Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station to Chiang Mai

Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station to Chiang Mai

Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station
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Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station to Chiang Mai Destination Reviews

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Evi H
have taken sleeping 2nd class, went off at time and arrived, very friendly and helpful steward, good price, could even sleep. would take train again next time
Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station to Chiang Mai, Train #109 2nd Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Mar 18, 2026
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Graciela M
Everything was great except there was so instructions or information given out. Like when we stopped I had no idea how long we had and apparently you could also use your ticket at the gas station for a meal? Also didn’t know that until after it was too late. This information definitely needs to be better communicated otherwise everything else was great!
Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station to Chiang Mai, Bus Super VIP, Sritawong Tour (Sritawong Tour), Mar 17, 2026
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Grant A
Not set up for people visiting this Amazing Country ! No communication on the trip, other than with Thais ( due to language barriers ) Tourists asking one and other, What are we stopping for and how long ? ? Toilet break - meal break ? ? or just picking up passengers ? A COUPLE OF SIGNS THAT COULD BE DISPLAYED WHEN STOPPING ( would be nice ) and how much further and how much longer to the destination from major stops would also be appreciated.
Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station to Chiang Mai, Bus Express, Sritawong Tour (Sritawong Tour), Mar 16, 2026
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Sadia M
The bus left 30 minutes late. It was well after midnight when we arrived. The reason behind my low scores are because…. 1. They stopped for food and let no one else off. 2. I went to the bathroom, flushed the toilet, and ALL of the toilet water came out of the bowl and on to the floor and my shoes. 3. Instead of fixing the broken AC unit above my seat, someone thought it best to zip tie it together. I couldn’t adjust the direction of the air blowing on me. And because I am a woman of a certain age, I experienced a HOT FLASH, and could not cool myself off. I had to lean over my daughter to try to get any air I could. So I had to sit on the bus smelling like toilet water and hot as all literal hell as the flames of hades radiated out of my body.
Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station to Chiang Mai, Bus Express, Sritawong Tour, Mar 16, 2026
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Nikkie B
Bus was very old, chargers were not good. Lights weren’t working. Not what we expected for a ‘Super VIP Bus’
Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station to Chiang Mai, Bus Super VIP Bus, Sritawong Tour, Mar 16, 2026
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Daniel S
The food not great at all
Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station to Chiang Mai, Bus Express, Sritawong Tour, Mar 14, 2026
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Briana M
The trip was great, bus was cozy. We received drinks and snacks on the bus. There was also a meal ticket included with bus ticket. You use this ticket when you stop at this food/restaurant place, the food was not that great, it was cold. Other than that the bus ride was fine, we arrived an hour early.
Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station to Chiang Mai, Bus VIP 20, Sombat Tour (สมบัติ ทัวร์), Mar 13, 2026
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Robert R
Service was on time and professional. Staff was on duty, present, and helpful. Bunk was quite adequate and linens impeccably clean. However, instead of a food car there were roaming people yelling out, with a limited section. The train was rickety, in very poor condition, and loud making it impossible to rest. No alcohol. No alcohol allowed. No good coffee. For an eleven hour trip these things are a must for adult human beings. I’d gladly pay extra for these things to improve.
Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station to Chiang Mai, Train #109 2nd Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Mar 11, 2026
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Johnny R
Everything Ok.
Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station to Chiang Mai, Bus Super VIP, Sritawong Tour, Mar 6, 2026
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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.
Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station to Chiang Mai, Bus Super VIP, Sritawong Tour, Mar 5, 2026
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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
$17.27
  4.5
Train
Thai Railways
2nd Class AC seats only
09:05
19:30
$17.27
  4.5
Train
Thai Railways
2nd Class Sleeper AC
14:15
04:00
$32.13
  4.5
Train
Thai Railway
2nd Class Sleeper AC
14:15
04:05
$23.47
  4.5
Train
Thai Railway
Class 3 Fan
14:15
04:05
$7.12
  4.0
Train
Thai Railway
2nd Class Fan seats only
14:15
04:05
$12.01
  3.9
Train
Thai Railways
2nd Class Sleeper AC
18:40
07:15
$32.13
  4.5
Train
Thai Railway
2nd Class Sleeper AC
18:40
07:15
$32.13
  4.5
Train
Thai Railway
1st Class Sleeper AC
18:40
07:15
$50.96
  3.8
Train
Thai Railways Group Booking
2nd Class Sleeper with AC
18:40
07:15
$835.49
Train
Thai Railways
2nd Class Sleeper AC
20:05
08:40
$25.94
  4.5
Train
Thai Railway
Class 3 Fan
20:05
08:40
$9.60
  4.0
Train
Thai Railway
2nd Class Fan seats only
20:05
08:40
$14.49
  3.9
Train
Thai Railway
1st Class Sleeper AC
20:05
08:40
$44.77
  3.8
Train
Thai Railway
2nd Class Sleeper AC
22:30
12:10
$24.70
  4.5
Train
Thai Railway
Class 3 Fan
22:30
12:10
$8.36
  4.0
Train
Thai Railway
2nd Class Fan seats only
22:30
12:10
$13.25
  3.9

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 47.86. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 8.67.

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 8.67 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 47.86.

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 8.67 to USD 47.86;
  • Bus tickets - USD 20.15 to USD 31.45;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 250.60 to USD 541.45.

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 9 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 250.60.

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:

  • 96% decided to go for a bus.
  • 3% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 1% Other

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 AM
Latest Departure10:35 PM
Departures per day9
Distance400 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBangkok Busline, BangkokTaxi24, Budsarakham Tour, Firstplan Transport Services, Glassflower, MCC VAN, Nakhonchai Air, Sombat Tour, Tara Tour and Travel, Thai Railway, Thailand Limo by Datum, Transport Co