Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station to Chiang Mai

Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station to Chiang Mai

Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station
Chiang Mai
Thu, Sep 18
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Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station to Chiang Mai Destination Reviews

HD
Too long and uncomfortable
Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station to Chiang Mai, Train #7 2nd Class AC seats only, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Sep 14, 2025
GT
Cockroaches on the floor, extreem noise of the train with the windows constantly open, mosquitoes and other insects flying in and boilling hot inside.
Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station to Chiang Mai, Train #13 2nd Class Fan seats only, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Sep 14, 2025
ST
Everything was great - the upper bunks are far more comfortable and quieter than the lower bunks.
Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station to Chiang Mai, Train #13 2nd Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railways (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Sep 14, 2025
LK
Couldn’t have been easier. On time, spotlessly clean, comfy. Very helpful staff, very efficient setting up and packing up beds. Only one complaint, all the lights on all night made sleep difficult , had to sleep with blanket over my head, next time will remember eye mask!
Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station to Chiang Mai, Train #9 2nd Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railways (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Sep 13, 2025
SC
Booked a cabin for me and my wife only to find I was in one cabin and she was in another. Seating was all over the place.we had to arrange an elaborate swap with several couples for us all to get sorted. Toilets we disgusting
Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station to Chiang Mai, Train #13 1st Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Sep 11, 2025
RH
Service is good. It works perfect and easy to use
Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station to Chiang Mai, Train #13 1st Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Sep 11, 2025
NN
The trip was excellent - however, finding the appropriate train station was a challenge. Some additional information on the website as to how to locate and board the train would be helpful to first-timers like myself. Otherwise, I would rate the trip 5/5.
Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station to Chiang Mai, Train #13 2nd Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Sep 10, 2025
AH
Would be even better if lights were dimmed a bit
Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station to Chiang Mai, Train #9 2nd Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railways (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Sep 9, 2025
K
very cool and relaxing
Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station to Chiang Mai, Bus Gold Class, Nakhonchai Air (นครชัยแอร์), Sep 9, 2025
KF
Terminal was relatively easy to find, just had to ask a few people. A lady showed me my assigned seat, later she gave everyone water and a packet of cookies. I recommend to take something to eat, just in case. The bus stops once around 1pm and everyone can get off for approximately 20 minutes to buy food, I’m actually not too sure if the bus ticket could’ve been used as a coupon to order a meal (because I took the bus with another company days later and they informed me to keep the ticket to then buy food with it, while on this tour no one exactly told me that). Bus ride was smooth, ac worked fine, seats weren’t too uncomfortable, with a sleeping mask I managed to get a little bit of sleep. There was a toilet on board, small but enough. And the bus arrived on time in Chiang Mai. There were usb chargers on board, I didn’t use them but saw a woman trying to charge her phone and I think it didn’t really work.
Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station to Chiang Mai, Bus Express, Sritawong Tour (Sritawong Tour), Sep 8, 2025
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Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station to Chiang Mai Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Train
Thai Railways
2nd Class AC seats only
07:30
17:50
$17.60
  4.5
Train
Thai Railways
2nd Class AC seats only
09:05
19:30
$17.60
  4.5
Train
Thai Railways
2nd Class Sleeper AC
14:15
04:00
$32.73
  4.5
Train
Thai Railway
2nd Class Sleeper AC
14:15
04:05
$23.90
  4.5
Train
Thai Railway
Class 3 Fan
14:15
04:05
$7.25
  4.0
Train
Thai Railway
2nd Class Fan seats only
14:15
04:05
$12.24
  3.9
Train
Thai Railways
2nd Class Sleeper AC
18:40
07:15
$32.73
  4.5
Train
Thai Railway
2nd Class Sleeper AC
18:40
07:15
$32.73
  4.5
Train
Thai Railway
1st Class Sleeper AC
18:40
07:15
$51.91
  3.8
Train
Thai Railways Group Booking
2nd Class Sleeper with AC
18:40
07:15
$851.08
Train
Thai Railways
2nd Class Sleeper AC
20:05
08:40
$26.43
  4.5
Train
Thai Railway
Class 3 Fan
20:05
08:40
$9.78
  4.0
Train
Thai Railway
2nd Class Fan seats only
20:05
08:40
$14.76
  3.9
Train
Thai Railway
1st Class Sleeper AC
20:05
08:40
$45.60
  3.8
Train
Thai Railway
2nd Class Sleeper AC
22:30
12:10
$25.17
  4.5
Train
Thai Railway
Class 3 Fan
22:30
12:10
$8.51
  4.0
Train
Thai Railway
2nd Class Fan seats only
22:30
12:10
$13.50
  3.9

Transportation from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station to Chiang Mai

Facts about the transport from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station to Chiang Mai

Cheapest Transport$9
Fastest Transport8h
Earliest Departure6:00 早上
Latest Departure10:35 晚上
Departures per day12
Distance400 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBangkok Busline, BangkokTaxi24, Budsarakham Tour, Firstplan Transport Services, Glassflower, MCC VAN, Nakhonchai Air, Sombat Tour, Tara Tour and Travel, Thai Railway, Thai Railways, Thailand Limo by Datum, Transport Co

How to get from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station to Chiang Mai

When you want to get from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station to Chiang Mai, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Bus
  • Train
  • 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 Train ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Train ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 48.75. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 8.83.

How far is Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station from Chiang Mai?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station to Chiang Mai. Your trip will be a total of 249 miles (400 km). The flying distance is 249 miles (400 km).

How long does it take to get from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station to Chiang Mai?

The travel time from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station to Chiang Mai can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 8 to 14 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station to Chiang Mai?

The cost of the trip from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station 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 8.83 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Train - a one-way Train ticket can cost as much as USD 48.75.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station to Chiang Mai:

  • Train tickets - USD 8.83 to USD 48.75;
  • Bus tickets - USD 20.53 to USD 32.04;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 255.28 to USD 551.55.

How many trips per day are there between Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station and Chiang Mai?

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

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 12 trains per day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

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 255.28.

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 Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station to Chiang Mai

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station 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:

  • 70% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 29% decided to go for a bus.
  • 1% Other