Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1

Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1

Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3
Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1
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Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 Destination Reviews

JP
Jack P
The bus temperature inside was very pleasant, the seats had plenty of leg room and the journey was pretty smooth all the way.
Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1, Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), May 28, 2026
BM
Balan M
Very comfortable
Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1, taxi Economy 3pax, Torch (ทอช), May 22, 2026
DM
Dennis M
Communication was great and was a fast and easy transfer process
Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1, Van Van, So Good Airline Service and Travel, May 20, 2026
DO
Dominique O
Language barrier with Driver but it’s to be expected. Picked up on time and Got us to our destination. However he drove aggressively fast, dangerous at times passing multiple vehicles during our entire long ride. Worried he may endanger many more passengers in the future into a car accident. He would pass aggressively almost had so many close calls with oncoming traffic passing double yellow lines at an unsafe speed. We value safe driving to get to our final destination than being aggressively fast where we feared for our lives. Unsettling ride that’s for sure. We are just thankful we arrived alive after the ride.
Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1, Van Van, So Good Airline Service and Travel, May 17, 2026
VP
Véronique P
On time, confortable.
Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1, Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), May 17, 2026
SP
Sabina P
Very easy travel from Chiang Mai-Chiang Rai. Everything pretty clear and uncomplicated. Price fair, pretty much same as Book directly at the bus station.
Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1, Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), May 12, 2026
MV
Marija V
Van was late and that wouldn't be the problem if they just let me know before I had to call them after 40 minutes of wait. Also, we get to stop by the White Temple and I wasn't aware of that, I thought it was direct transport. The confort was satisfactory and I got from point A to the point B. I would recommend the agency just I would suggest them to be a bit open and clear about things.
Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1, Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), May 10, 2026
CG
Carla G
Punctual, fast and the AC was working too well
Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1, Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Apr 29, 2026
SS
Sarah S
Bus was on time, staff friendly and helpful and spoke english. Seats were very comfy and free water provided! Trip was pretty much the length of time that’s stated
Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1, Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Apr 28, 2026
TF
Thomas F
I unfortunately got stuck in the back seat of the minivan basically in the boot next to the luggage. Im 6ft4 I could not stretch my legs and was in a lot of pain 😂 There are other seats with a lot more room so if you get picked up early get those seats first! We got picked up in a nice car but then dropped at a petrol station for 30 mins where we waited for the minivan. Got to chiang rai after about 5 hours in total since leaving chiang mai. If I was in a better seat it would have been fine I reckon.
Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1, Van VIP Minivan, Pai Friendly Tour, Apr 28, 2026
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Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Bus
GreenBus
VIP
06:00
09:20
$13.26
  4.5
Bus
GreenBus
Express
07:00
10:45
$8.75
  4.3
Bus
GreenBus
VIP
07:30
10:50
$13.26
  4.5
Bus
GreenBus
Express
08:15
12:00
$8.14
  4.3
Bus
GreenBus
Express
08:45
12:30
$8.75
  4.3
Bus
GreenBus
VIP
09:30
12:50
$12.65
  4.5
Bus
GreenBus
Express
10:00
13:45
$8.75
  4.3
Bus
GreenBus
Express
10:30
14:15
$8.14
  4.3
Bus
GreenBus
Express
11:00
14:45
$8.75
  4.3
Bus
GreenBus
Express
11:30
15:15
$8.14
  4.3
Bus
GreenBus
Express
12:00
15:45
$8.14
  4.3
Bus
GreenBus
Express
12:45
16:25
$8.75
  4.3
Bus
GreenBus
Express
13:15
17:00
$8.14
  4.3
Bus
GreenBus
VIP
13:45
17:05
$12.65
  4.5
Bus
GreenBus
Express
14:15
18:00
$8.14
  4.3
Bus
GreenBus
Express
15:15
19:05
$6.35
  4.1
Bus
GreenBus
Express
16:30
20:20
$6.35
  4.1
Bus
GreenBus
Express
17:00
20:45
$8.75
  4.3
Bus
GreenBus
Express
17:30
21:20
$6.35
  4.1
Bus
GreenBus
VIP
18:00
21:20
$13.26
  4.5

How to get from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1

When you want to get from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • 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 Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 17.76. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 11.68.

How far is Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 from Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1. Your trip will be a total of 94 miles (150 km). The flying distance is 94 miles (150 km).

How long does it take to get from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1?

The travel time from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 24 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1?

The cost of the trip from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)): travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 11.68 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 17.76.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1:

  • Bus tickets - USD 11.67 to USD 17.74;
  • Plane tickets - USD 72.20 to USD 194.44;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 130.41 to USD 274.78.

How many trips per day are there between Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 and Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1?

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 07:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 07:30. There are 11 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 72.20.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai

Nok Air (นกแอร์), Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย), Thai Airways, Thai Smile (ไทยสมายล์), Thai Vietjet (ไทยเวียดเจ็ทแอร์)

Buses

Taking a bus from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Chiang Mai 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 130.41.

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

The most popular transport from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1? 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:

  • 98% decided to go for a bus.
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1

Facts about the transport from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1

Cheapest Transport$12
Fastest Transport3h
Earliest Departure7:00 오전
Latest Departure10:45 오후
Departures per day11
Distance150 kilometers
Transport CompaniesGlassflower, GreenBus, Jed Yord, Nok Air, Smart En Plus, Thai AirAsia, Thai Airways, Thai Vietjet