Vans from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai

Vans from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai

Chiang Mai
Chiang Rai
Wed, Sep 3
+ Add return
0 Passengers
Sort by
Recommended
Filters
Departure time
Price
Arrival time
 
 
 
 
 

Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai Destination Reviews

R
We were waiting for the bus over an hour
Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai, Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Aug 18, 2025
RB
The minibus came to our hotel in time. We kept within the expexted time of arrival and had a stop at noon at the white temple.
Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai, Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Aug 12, 2025
JM
Took longer than expected due to multiple stops. Driver drive pretty wild.
Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai, Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Aug 6, 2025
EP
Air conditioned, clean and comfortable van. Driver was polite and friendly and drove us safely to destination.
Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai, Van Van, Yortdoy Travel (ยอดดอย ทราเวล), Jul 8, 2025
VV
The car took a long time to leave, making three stops before reaching our destination. We arrived in Chiang Rai an hour and a half later.
Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai, Van Minivan, Terminal Green Pai (Terminal Green Pai), Jun 9, 2025
SA
Driver came late and didn’t speak anything but Thai (fair enough, but when the minivan is packed with Europeans and he had a lot of information to give about drop off, rest stops etc, of course it was confusing. Pre empting this with a card with information on or previously giving us the information online would have helped), so there was a lot of guesswork and communication through Google translate. Luggage went on the roof and we got to Chiang Rai safely, so alls well that ends well.
Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai, Van Van, Yortdoy Travel (ยอดดอย ทราเวล), May 19, 2025
TH
At first the driver was more than one hour too late. It was a horrible trip. The driver was too fast, although the road was bad and he overtook almost every car or lorry even though he couldn‘t see anything. I had fear of death. It was the most horrible trip I ever made.
Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai, Van Minivan, Terminal Green Pai (Terminal Green Pai), May 15, 2025
4.4
46 customer reviews
5
52%
4
33%
3
13%
2
2%
1
0%

Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai Van Schedule

OperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Go2Trip Group Booking
SUV 3pax
07:30
12:30
$201.21
Yortdoy Travel
Van
09:00
13:00
$17.03
  5.0
Aya Service
Standard
09:00
12:30
$15.48
  4.3
Terminal Green Pai
Minivan
09:00
13:30
$18.57
  3.5
Yortdoy Travel
Van
09:00
13:00
$24.76
Terminal Green Pai
Minivan
09:00
13:30
$21.67
  3.5
Mekong Transfer
Van + Bus
09:00
12:45
$18.57
  3.0
Mekong Transfer
Van
09:00
12:30
$16.56
  5.0
Terminal Green Pai
Minivan
09:00
15:30
$21.67
Terminal Green Pai
Minivan
09:00
15:30
$27.86

Transportation from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai

Facts about the van from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai

Cheapest Van$22
Fastest Van3h 30m
Earliest Van9:00 AM
Latest Van9:00 AM
Daily Van Routes5
Distance125 kilometers
Van CompaniesAya Service, Mekong Transfer, Terminal Green Pai, Yortdoy Travel

How to get from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai by Van

Van is a convenient option to get from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai. Van tickets are affordable, vans are generally do a faster job than buses, vans offer a good choice of departures.

Depending on the van type, each vehicle can accommodate between 12 and 15 passengers. Yet an evident drawback of travelling by van is limited space for the luggage. In most cases you will need to keep your bags, backpacks or suitcases under your seat or in the aisle. Thus van is not the best choice if you travel with huge luggage. F this is the case, consider buying a separate ticket for your bags or choose bus instead.

On certain routes, vans are your only choice of transportation as no buses, trains or flights are available between those destinations.

It is a popular question whether it is necessary to book van tickets in advance. Though some routes feature a lot of departures, we still highly recommend booking your seat especially if you are going to take one of the last vans of the day; travelling during weekends, public holidays or busy tourist seasons; are in a group of two or more and want to travel on the same van.

Here is the list of companies that run regular vans between Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai and offer tickets for online booking.

How far is from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai?

Vans follow the same routes as buses do. Thus the driving distance between Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai will be about 125 km. Some vans do not take the shortest route to Chiang Rai and make detours to pick up and drop off passengers en route. If this is the case, it will result in a longer travel time – you can see it when choosing your ticket.

How long does it take to get from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai by Van?

Most vans need from 3h 30m to 4h 30m hours to get from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai Note though that travel time depends greatly on traffic conditions. Traffic can be dense around the rush hour at both your departure point and destination. Weather conditions – e.g. heavy rain – often result in longer travel time, too.

Before booking your van tickets, check how long the trip with each operator takes as some vans follow longer routes to Chiang Rai or make detours.

Also, it is important to know that van companies that accept online booking offer scheduled van departures; yet there are also some vans which depart only when full, and in certain cases the waiting period can be long. Thus choosing an operator that runs vans on a set schedule is always a better idea.

How much does it cost to get from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai by Van?

When using a van, the fare or ticket price for travelling from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai is pre-computed. This usually includes toll fees, gas and other overheads. But, it is recommended to read the details and ask for clarifications when this is not clear at the onset.

Pre-computed fares for vans can be expensive but unlike buses and trains; you would not need to buy a ticket for each passenger. For a big group of 12 or more people, this translates to huge savings compared to getting multiple taxis.

This makes it a cheap option for travelling when in groups. The van service will also not charge extra for bags and luggage, as long as it fits inside the van.

Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai timetable

If you are a group, you can consolidate your schedules and use just one van. Check out above Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai timetable for van services.

Best Rated Companies for this Route

Getting a van service for your group can offer extra space, comfort and convenience not found in other transport options. Unlike taxis or buses which have numerous trips per day, a van service is usually scheduled. But some van services do follow a scheduled departure time. Please check our listings for such services.

Having your entire group together for a long trip can add to the enjoyment. This can allow your group to discuss and even sing to your heart's content without fear of bothering others.

Just like taxis, the advantage of travelling by van is that you can ask the driver to stop by stores, supermarkets and other establishments. You can stop anywhere at any time since you are basically renting the van and not just paying for taxi fare. You can use this opportunity to take epic groupie pics at local landmarks and tourist spots.

Vans are especially useful when travelling with large and sensitive equipment like photography setups and large computers. Trunks and compartments might not be a safe holding area for fragile packages. Placing them inside the roomy and well-padded interior of van will make it more secure and safe.