How to get from Chiang Mai to Bangkok

By the GoPhuot editors · Updated 24 September 2026

Distance: 583 kmstraight line
Fastest: 3h 30m - 4h 15mby flight
Cheapest: 8 - 60 USDby train
Ways to go: 5flight, train, bus

All five, side by side

OptionTimePriceDeparts

Flight + Airport TransferTime4h 15m - 5h 30mPrice35 - 155 USDDepartsDailyRead more
Direct FlightTime3h 30m - 4h 15mPrice30 - 140 USDDepartsDailyRead more
Direct FlightTime3h 30m - 4h 15mPrice25 - 120 USDDepartsDailyRead more
TrainTime10h 30m - 13h 30mPrice8 - 60 USDDepartsDailyOvernightRead more
BusTime10h 30m - 13h 30mPrice12 - 35 USDDepartsHourlyOvernightRead more

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Flight + Airport Transfer

Fast with a smoother landing, fly into Bangkok and finish with a quick transfer to the city center.

1Chiang Mai International AirportCNXBangkok Suvarnabhumi AirportBKK
Flight3h 30m - 4h 15m30 - 140 USDDaily
2Bangkok Suvarnabhumi AirportCentral Bangkok
Airport Rail Link / Taxi45m - 1h 15m5 - 15 USDFrequent

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2 partners · paid

Flight · Chiang Mai International Airport → Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, sold by Skyscanner

30 - 140 USD3h 30m - 4h 15mDaily

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Flight · Chiang Mai International Airport → Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, sold by Trip.com

30 - 140 USD3h 30m - 4h 15mDaily

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Direct Flight

Fastest and easiest, fly straight from Chiang Mai to Bangkok and arrive with the city skyline still ahead of schedule.

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2 partners · paid

Flight · Chiang Mai International Airport → Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, sold by Skyscanner

30 - 140 USD3h 30m - 4h 15mDaily

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Flight · Chiang Mai International Airport → Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport, sold by Trip.com

30 - 140 USD3h 30m - 4h 15mDaily

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Direct Flight

Quick and budget-friendly, hop from Chiang Mai to Don Mueang and keep your Bangkok arrival light and simple.

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2 partners · paid

Flight · Chiang Mai International Airport → Bangkok Don Mueang Airport, sold by Skyscanner

25 - 120 USD3h 30m - 4h 15mDaily

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Flight · Chiang Mai International Airport → Bangkok Don Mueang Airport, sold by Trip.com

25 - 120 USD3h 30m - 4h 15mDaily

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Train

Scenic and steady, ride overnight through northern hills and wake up near Bangkok with a classic rail rhythm.

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Train · Chiang Mai Railway Station → Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal, sold by 12Go

8 - 60 USD10h 30m - 13h 30mDaily

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Bus

Cheapest and widely used, roll overnight from Chiang Mai to Bangkok with frequent departures and simple booking.

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Bus · Chiang Mai Arcade Bus Terminal → Bangkok Bus Terminal, sold by 12Go

12 - 35 USD10h 30m - 13h 30mHourly

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Now that you’re there

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