How to get to Chiang Rai
From Bangkok
By Air
Daily flights connecting Bangkok with Chiang Rai are available from:
- Thai Airways (www.thaiairways.com)
- AirAsia (www.airasia.com)
- Nok Air (www.nokair.com)
- Bangkok Airways (www.bangkokair.com )
- Thai Lion Air (www.lionairthai.com)
By Bus
The coach ride from Bangkok to Chiang Rai is probably best made overnight since passengers can gain sleep prior to an early morning arrival. There are both air-conditioned bus services recommended, from Bangkok’s Northern Bus Terminal (Mochit 2 Bus Terminal) on Kamphaengphet 2 Road. The journey may take approximately 9-11 hours.
For further details, call the Northern Bus Terminal +66 2936 2852 to 66 or +66 2936 3666
From Chiang Mai
By Bus
Chiang Rai is 182 kilometers north of Chiang Mai. Air conditioned buses leave 12 times daily from Chiang Mai Arcade Bus Terminal to Chiang Rai. Some buses continue to Mae Sai and Chiang Saen.
Travel in Chiang Rai
By Taxi
Taxi meter is available in Chiang Rai.
Tel: 053 773477