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

Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai Destination Reviews

Alexander K

It was extremes cold in the bus and even though it wasn’t completely full, the Bus attendant told me he can’t give me another blanket, because just one was to small for me. Unfortunately the ac was kind of broken. So first you can’t turn of the ac over your head and second even if you try to turn the direction it kinda still goes to your head. And I got a headache for the rest of the day. So it actually was a pretty terrible drive. Plus I couldn’t really sleep in the bus because it really hurt on my head.

Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai, Bus Super VIP, Sritawong Tour, Mar 5, 2026

Camila A

Too noisy, too bright, too cold.

Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai, Train #51 2nd Class Fan seats only, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Mar 4, 2026

Marcelo S

12 Go servicié was perfect. Bus was unpuntual and very poor

Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai, Bus Gold Class, Nakhonchai Air (นครชัยแอร์), Mar 4, 2026

Amelia

The ride itself wasn’t bad. Plenty of space on the seat, room for baggage etc. but people are just inconsiderate. You’d think with it being a SLEEPER bus people would be quiet and not be talking at 3am, but perhaps not

Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai, Bus Super VIP Bus, Sritawong Tour, Mar 4, 2026

Sanne D

Lovely bus, water and cake, stop around 1am with free food.

Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai, Bus Super VIP Bus, Sritawong Tour, Mar 2, 2026

Amy C

Paid extra for the "VIP" bus. Yes the seats did recline a lot but maybe too much - the seat infront of you will be touching your legs (even if you are not tall) Like many other people have said, the bus was absolutely freezing. The driver stopped for constant cigarette breaks but refused to let passengers have even one break in over 10 hours. I asked a couple of times could I get off for 2 minutes as I was too cold on the bus but the driver was very rude and just kept shouting no and waving in my face. We arrived just about on time but could have arrived earlier if the driver hadn't stopped so often for his own personal breaks, or he could have let the passengers off for 10 minutes at some point to break up that cold and uncomfortable journey. There was a "meal" provided but it was a lucky dip microwave meal from 7eleven, no vegetarian option. None of the staff could speak English at all so trying to get any help was very difficult. I tried to contact 12go for support but that was also a huge waste of my time. Honestly i would save your money and go for one of the cheaper buses - this was definitely not a "VIP" experience.

Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai, Bus VIP Bus, Tour with Thai (ที ดับบลิว ที ทัวร์วิทไทย), Mar 2, 2026

Yves O

It was really OK, chairs are very comfortables but I can’t understand why, just after going out of the parking of MoChit, the driver stop to take some parcels… why I don’t do that before the departure of the bus… it’s seems very inexplicable…

Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai, Bus Super VIP, Sritawong Tour, Mar 1, 2026

Mark A

Smooth easy comfortable ride

Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai, Bus Super VIP, Sritawong Tour, Mar 1, 2026

Renee S

Most comfortable bus I’ve traveled on, would use again!

Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai, Bus Gold Class, Nakhonchai Air (นครชัยแอร์), Mar 1, 2026

Luana D

I think one stop in 11 hours is pretty crazy. It didn't look like we were even allowed to go to the in bus bathroom since they didn't let you get up from your seat.

Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai, Bus Express, Sritawong Tour, Mar 1, 2026

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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 554.32. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 8.81.

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 8.81 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 554.32.

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

Train tickets - USD 8.81 to USD 48.49;
Bus tickets - USD 20.63 to USD 32.20;
Plane tickets - USD 27.64 to USD 81.20;
taxi+Train price: USD 97.97 - USD 125.29. 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 256.56 to USD 554.32.

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 27.64.

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 256.56.

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

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 Railway, Thai Railways, Thai Vietjet, Thailand Limo by Datum, Transport Co

Popular Routes

Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai