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Compare bus, train, and flight for Bangkok to Chiang Mai
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bangkok to Chiang Mai among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €12 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 24m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €12, while a flight costs an average of €45.
Distance: 583 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€12 Average price Cheapest | €18 Average price | €45 Average price | €75 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 30m Average total duration 13h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 23m Average total duration 9h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 24m Average total duration Fastest 4h 24m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bangkok to Chiang Mai:
A train is €7 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bangkok to Chiang Mai costing on average €18.
A train is €33 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bangkok to Chiang Mai costing on average €45.
Other travel options to Chiang Mai take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 53m.
Train takes on average 13h 0m.
Compare prices and tickets Bangkok to Chiang Mai by bus, train, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bangkok to Chiang Mai
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Trains from Bangkok to Chiang Mai run on average 4 times per day, taking around 13h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 4 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:15, the last at 15:30. The fastest train covers the 583 km distance in 13h 10m.
Distance 583 km |
Average train duration 13h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 4 |
Direct trains 4 |
Fastest train 13h 10m |
First train 7:15 AM |
Last train 3:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Thailand Railways from Bangkok to Chiang Mai trainsThailand Railways trains will get you between Bangkok and Chiang Mai from €11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Bangkok to Chiang Mai
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bangkok to Chiang Mai by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Chiang Mai, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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Popular train stations from Bangkok to Chiang Mai
Most Bangkok to Chiang Mai trains use the Bangkok, Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station to Chiang Mai station pair. Use this guide to compare Bangkok and Chiang Mai train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bangkok, Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station train station facilities and services
Bangkok, Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bangkok, Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Chiang Mai train station facilities and services
Chiang Mai has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chiang Mai: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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