Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai by train, bus, flight, taxi from THB 278

Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai Destination Reviews

Neil L

Arrived on time which is always good

Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai, Bus First Class, Nakhonchai Air (นครชัยแอร์), Dec 5, 2025

Divya A

Very comfortable bus, with business-class level leg space. Operator was accurate about both pick up and drop off timings, gave a free voucher for food en route and the also a snack inside the bus. Only advice would be to check in early so you can avoid getting the last seat which doesn't recline as much.

Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai, Bus Super VIP, Sritawong Tour, Dec 5, 2025

Tomas D

My only complaint was there was a loud beeping sound going off throughout the journey which makes it hard to sleep for light sleepers. However the bus is very comfy and there is plenty of room.

Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai, Bus Super VIP Bus, Sritawong Tour, Dec 5, 2025

Brandon H

Honestly you get what you pay for.. The journey is long, and slightly uncomfortable as you have to sit for 14 hours, but just stand and walk around if needed I will say that the benches and space in general is small - wouldn’t recommend for anybody 6ft+

Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai, Train #51 Class 3 Fan, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Dec 4, 2025

Lonne

It was the best organised bus company we used in Thailand so far. We got a small snack and a bottle of water after we got on the bus and made a stop at midnight where we could get free, basic, Thai food. It is still a bus, so it wasn't extremely comfy, but it was definitely fine. We arrived about 1 hour earlier than expected.

Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai, Bus Express, Bangkok Busline (บางกอกบัสไลน์), Dec 3, 2025

Sean G

It was terrible. Lights on the entire time. AC wont stop blowing in my face. I got food poisoning from the street food on here. Toilets really dirty with a river on the floor. They gave me and my partner totally separate seats with no ability to switch. and the cart looked nothing like the images on the website. it was total hell.

Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai, Train #109 2nd Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Dec 3, 2025

Susanna G

no english information, bus was running late, felt not safe on the road

Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai, Bus First Class, Nakhonchai Air (นครชัยแอร์), Dec 3, 2025

Lili S

After the booking the waiting to confirm isn’t immediate. I had several msgs saying we had to wait for confirmation, when we got one with seats assigned, we then received another saying that they are still waiting don’t understand why 12GO doesn’t have immediate confirmation as they are the processors! Very confusing

Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai, Bus First Class, Nakhonchai Air (นครชัยแอร์), Dec 3, 2025

Yasmin V

The seats where a lot better than in other busses. A lot of room en we got a welcome treat and a blanket. That was very sweet. For this long trip this was the best you can get for this price I think. The only thing that was less comfortable was the VC. It was very cold and we couldn't regulate it much. Oh jeah and the buss driver was also very kind.

Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai, Bus Super VIP Bus, Sritawong Tour, Dec 3, 2025

Adrian R

Bus accident

Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai, Bus Super VIP, Sritawong Tour, Dec 2, 2025

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Transportation from Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai

Facts about the transport from Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai

Cheapest Transport	$9
Fastest Transport	1h
Earliest Departure	2:15 AM
Latest Departure	11:55 PM
Departures per day	80
Distance	680 kilometers
Transport Companies	Bangkok Airways, Bangkok Busline, BangkokTaxi24, Budsarakham Tour, Cathay Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Emirates, Firstplan Transport Services, Glassflower, Jed Yord, MCC VAN, Nakhonchai Air, Nok Air, Smart En Plus, Sombat Tour, Tara Tour and Travel, Thai AirAsia, Thai Airways, Thai Lion Air, Thai Railways, Thai Vietjet, Thailand Limo by Datum, Transport Co

Popular Routes

How to get from Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai

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

Flight
Bus
Train
Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. 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 taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 546.46. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 8.69.

How much does it cost to get from Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai?

The cost of the trip from Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย): travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 8.69 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 546.46.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai:

Train tickets - USD 8.69 to USD 47.80;
Bus tickets - USD 20.34 to USD 31.74;
Plane tickets - USD 27.24 to USD 80.05;
taxi+Train price: USD 96.58 - USD 123.51. From Bangkok to Chiang Mai starting from 08:30 Chiang Mai until 19:35 Chiang Mai

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 252.92 to USD 546.46.

How many trips per day are there between Hua Lamphong and Chiang Mai?

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

Buses start plying the route from 06:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 22:35. There are 40 available bus trips every day.
Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 24 trains per day.
Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Bangkok to Chiang Mai any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Bangkok to Chiang Mai. 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 27.24.

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 Bangkok to Chiang Mai

Asiana Airlines, Bangkok Airways (บางกอกแอร์เวย์ส), Cathay Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Emirates, Korean Air, Nok Air (นกแอร์), Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย), Thai Airways, Thai Lion Air (ไทยไลอ้อนแอร์), Thai Smile (ไทยสมายล์), Thai Vietjet (ไทยเวียดเจ็ทแอร์)

Buses

Taking a bus from Bangkok to Chiang Mai 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 Bangkok to Chiang Mai. 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 252.92.

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

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai? 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:

45% users enjoyed a train ride.
33% chosen taxi+Train
17% decided to go for a bus.
4% users took a plane.
1% Other

Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai