Pai to Chiang Rai

Pai to Chiang Rai

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Chiang Rai
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Pai to Chiang Rai Destination Reviews

FC
First vehicle we had was comfortable, spacious, and had good ac. Unfortunately we switched to a different van around the Chiang Mai area and it was a whole lot different: compact seats and no ac. Also I was sitting in the back with my girlfriend so I had a mountain of bags to my right. I was sweating to say the least. Important to note the roads from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai and extremely rough - bumpy 90%.
Pai to Chiang Rai, Van Minivan, Terminal Green Pai (Terminal Green Pai), Aug 6, 2025
PS
The ride from Pai to Chiang Mai was good. The ride from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai was terrible, the driver was overtaking where he shouldn’t and was speeding in urban areas.
Pai to Chiang Rai, Van Minivan, Terminal Green Pai (Terminal Green Pai), Jul 31, 2025
CW
We caught the bus from Pai to Chiang Rai. Just bear in mind that when doing this route you do change mini buses at the side of the road just outside of Chiang Mai for those who head on to go to Chiang Rai. The mini bus itself was absolutely fine, and the driver was very nice & drove well. If you suffer with travel sickness I would definitely recommend buying some anti sickness pills! There was a stop on both trips to use the toilet and buy snacks if needed. Do not trust google maps with the location of the bus stop, it’s further up the road than maps would suggest, the picture on the ticket is helpful though. I would definitely recommend this company to travel with.
Pai to Chiang Rai, Van Minivan, Terminal Green Pai (Terminal Green Pai), Jul 21, 2025
CL
All in all the service was okay. We didn’t understand why we had to change the minivans on the way. First driver was very friendly and was driving responsibly, second driver was okay friendly but was driving recklessly.
Pai to Chiang Rai, Van Minivan, Terminal Green Pai (Terminal Green Pai), Feb 14, 2025
IK
Only giving two stars as the first minibus was okay however, we weren’t made aware we’d be switching buses mid way through and the second bus was horrific. Squashed in the back of the bus with everyone’s bags on our laps, on a seemingly “double” seat. It’s a good job it was me and my partner travelling as if it were two solo travellers it would be unacceptable. Second driver also drove like a crazy man. All over the road and generally felt really unsafe - especially when you are driving on main roads that high with no barrier to stop you falling off the cliff. All it took was one was wrong turn and we were gone for.
Pai to Chiang Rai, Van Minivan, Terminal Green Pai (Terminal Green Pai), Jan 20, 2025
MH
Not clear when booking online that this trip involves a stop to transfer passengers to two other buses heading for different destinations.
Pai to Chiang Rai, Van Minivan, Terminal Green Pai (Terminal Green Pai), Jan 19, 2025
LS
Really great driver, super nice
Pai to Chiang Rai, taxi Comfort 3pax, Freedom Tour Taxi Service (Freedom Tour and Taxi Service), Oct 16, 2024
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Pai to Chiang Rai Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
BangkokTaxi24
Economy 3pax
Any time
+6h
$196.51
Taxi
Firstplan Transport Services
Economy 3pax
Any time
+6h
$127.85
  5.0
Van
Terminal Green Pai
Minivan
07:00
13:30
$20.04
  4.1
Van
Aya Service
Standard
07:00
14:00
$21.58

Transportation from Pai to Chiang Rai

Facts about the transport from Pai to Chiang Rai

Cheapest Transport$17
Fastest Transport5h 45m
Earliest Departure7:00 AM
Latest Departure9:00 AM
Departures per day6
Distance288 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBangkokTaxi24, Prem Pracha, Terminal Green Pai, Than Car Service

How to get from Pai to Chiang Rai

When you want to get from Pai to Chiang Rai, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Bus
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 246.55. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as USD 147.97.

How far is Pai from Chiang Rai?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Pai to Chiang Rai. Your trip will be a total of 179 miles (288 km). The flying distance is 179 miles (288 km).

How long does it take to get from Pai to Chiang Rai?

The travel time from Pai to Chiang Rai can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 6 to 9 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Pai to Chiang Rai?

The cost of the trip from Pai to Chiang Rai varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Than Car Service (ธาน คาร์ เซอร์วิส): travelling by taxi expect to pay as low as USD 147.97 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 246.55.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Pai to Chiang Rai:

  • Bus price: USD 16.06. From Pai to Chiang Rai starting from 09:00 Pai until 09:00 Pai
  • Van price : USD 20.35 - USD 27.74;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 147.96 to USD 246.54.

How many trips per day are there between Pai and Chiang Rai?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Pai to Chiang Rai any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Pai to Chiang Rai. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 147.96.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Pai to Chiang Rai. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Pai to Chiang Rai.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Pai to Chiang Rai

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Pai to Chiang Rai? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 99% opted for a van.
  • 1% Other