1. Train to Chiang Mai
2. Bus to Chiang Mai
3. Taxi/Car to Chiang Mai
4. Flights to Chiang Mai
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From Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai you can travel by train, bus, taxi, plane.
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- The travel distance from Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai in Thailand spans approximately 620 kilometers by land, should you opt for a journey by tourist bus or train. However, the most optimal and expedient route to reach Chiang Mai from Ayutthaya is by air from Bangkok. Commence your journey from Ayutthaya to Bangkok by either bus or train, with a travel time of approximately 2-3 hours, followed by a direct flight from Bangkok to Chiang Mai, which typically takes 1-1.5 hours. Alternatively, Thai Railways operate trains from Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai, offering another popular and cost-effective mode of transportation. The train journey from Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai spans about 10-11.5 hours, with sleeper berth tickets available starting from $20 per person.
- Travelers can also opt for tourist buses to Chiang Mai, with a travel duration of approximately 9-10 hours from Ayutthaya and bus tickets starting at $20 per person. Additionally, private taxi or minivan services cater to group travel needs, providing convenient door-to-door transfers. Secure your travel arrangements, including train or bus tickets, taxi services, or flights from Ayutthaya or Bangkok to Chiang Mai, conveniently online.
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- Chiang Mai – the vibrant epicenter and vital transportation nexus of northern Thailand. Renowned for its natural splendor and mountainous treks, Chiang Mai is a magnet for travelers seeking adventure, as well as a favored haunt for digital nomads from across the globe. Beyond its natural allure, the city boasts a wealth of historical landmarks, particularly temples. Alongside beach resorts, Chiang Mai ranks among Thailand’s foremost destinations, boasting numerous Buddhist temples and pagodas that warrant exploration. Other popular destinations accessible from Chiang Mai include Chiang Rai, Nan, and Phayao, reachable by bus, taxi, or motorbike. Discover the four primary routes available to travel from Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai by referring to the instructions provided below.
| Transfer Mode – Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai: | Travel Time | Cost Range |
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| Train | 10-12 hours | $20-60/pp |
| Tourist Bus | 9-10 hours | $20-41/pp |
| Plane (Direct Flight from Bangkok) | 1-1.5 hours | $40-150/pp |
| Private Car / Taxi with a driver | 8-9 hours | $250-480/car |
How do I get from Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai?
1. TRAIN from Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai
The most used and cheapest option of land transfer from Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai is the train transfer. Around 5 trains run on this route every day, but this number can change during the year. These 1st to 3rd class Thai trains will offer you a cheaper option in the form of seats or sleeping beds, which are more expensive options. For this longer route, you should choose a sleeper bed, which is much more comfortable than a seat.
Trains depart from Ayutthaya Railway Station and arrive at Chiang Mai Railway Station, look at the Thai railway map and you will know where you will depart from and where you will arrive exactly. Chiang Mai Railway Station is located a short distance from the city center, so you will have everything within easy reach.
The journey by train to Chiang Mai from Ayutthaya takes about 10-13 hours, this time varies according to the train, each train has a different travel time, usually the given travel time is respected. A train transfer from Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai costs between $8-60/pp, depending on the option you choose.
The cheapest option is a seat in the 3rd class of the train, but this is not suitable for this longer route, it is better to choose a sleeping berth in the 2nd or 1st class of the train, the 2nd class is cheaper than the 1st class. These train ticket prices may change throughout the year and are not fixed.
You can easily search and buy train tickets to Chiang Mai from Ayutthaya online well in advance, which is recommended. When booking a ticket, also read all instructions and conditions of the transfer and arrive at the train station at least 30-60 minutes before the departure of the train.
It is not necessary to print the train ticket, if you have a smart phone, it is enough to have it stored in your phone with a QR code and then you will prove yourself with this code when boarding the train. The train transfer is suitable for all ordinary solo and low-cost travelers who are looking for an optimal transport option at a reasonable price.
2. BUS from Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai
Another cheaper option for ground transportation to Chiang Mai from Ayutthaya is by bus. After the train transfer, it is the second cheapest transport option between these cities. Companies such as Tara Tour and Travel, Cherdchai Tour, Tour with Thai or Thai Sriram operate modern and comfortable buses on this route to Chiang Mai.
Some of these companies will also transfer you to the departure point / bus station in Ayutthaya and most buses then arrive at Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3. You will always see all this information about departures and arrivals when searching and booking tickets, so read everything carefully.
The bus transfer from Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai takes about 9-10 hours, but the indicated travel time may vary and buses may also be late. Also, take into account that the buses also make other stops during the journey, but the time for these stops is usually already included in the total journey time.
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A bus transfer from Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai costs about $20-41/pp, these prices may change during the year and are not fixed. You can easily search and buy bus tickets to Chiang Mai from Ayuttahya online in advance. A smaller disadvantage is the more limited bus schedule between these cities.
When booking a ticket, again read all transfer instructions and follow the instructions of the transport company. Bus transfer to Chiang Mai is sought after mainly by ordinary low-cost travelers. If you are thinking whether to choose a bus or a train to Chiang Mai, it is better to go by train.
3. TAXI / CAR from Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai
Another way to travel from Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai is by private car/taxi with a driver. This comfortable transport option will be suitable mainly for travelers who have a larger budget for their travel or for group travel. On this route, you can use private transfers from companies such as Thailand Limo by Datum, Bangkok Taxi 24, Glassflower, Kim Transfers, N and T Travel or Go2Trip.
These private companies offer modern and comfortable smaller classic cars, SUVs and even larger minivans for more people. Mainly larger minivans are suitable for those traveling in a group of several people at once. The advantage of a private transfer is the fact that you can choose your departure point in Ayutthaya and your arrival point in Chiang Mai. This can also save you some additional time.
Transportation by private car with a driver to Chiang Mai from Ayutthaya takes about 8-9 hours, but the stated driving time may vary depending on your travel route. Transfer by private car/taxi from Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai costs between $250-480/car, these prices also vary according to the type of car and the number of passengers.
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Smaller classic cars for 1-3 passengers are usually a cheaper option than larger SUVs or minivans and minibuses. Minivans and minibuses are suitable for groups of e.g. up to 9 passengers. However, you can budget the car fare for each passenger in the vehicle, so these options may be convenient for some.
You can search and book your private car/taxi to Chiang Mai online in advance. Companies may have different transfer conditions, e.g. maximum luggage weight, read this information when booking a car online.
4. VAN + FLIGHT from Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai
A good and convenient way to transfer from Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai is to fly via Bangkok. So this transportation option has 2 steps, first it is a bus or train trip from Ayutthaya to Bangkok and then a direct flight from Bangkok to Chiang Mai. This transport option from Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai via Bangkok can take approx. 6-8 hours, as a result it is usually the fastest transfer option. But of course it depends on how long you will wait for the flight from Bangkok to Chiang Mai.
A bus transfer from Ayutthaya to Bangkok takes about 1-5-2 hours and a direct flight from Bangkok to Chiang Mai takes about 1-1.5 hours. Transportation by bus / minivan and air from Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai via Bangkok costs about $40-150/pp in total. Air connections from Bangkok to Chiang Mai are offered by various airlines such as Nok Air, Air Asia, Thai Airways, Thai Lion Air, Bangkok Air, Thai Smile, VietJet Air and others.
The cheapest flights to Chiang Mai from Bangkok are usually offered by Thai AirAsia. If you would use this option of transport, you must purchase a separate ticket for the transfer to Bangkok and then a ticket from Bangkok to Chiang Mai. These minivan and bus tickets to Bangkok and flights to Chiang Mai are easy to find and book online in advance.
Flights to Chiang Mai are operated from Suvarnabhumi and Don Mueang airports in Bangkok. Chiang Mai International Airport is an easily accessible airport and is located approximately 3 km from the city center, so you will immediately have everything within easy reach.
❓ FAQ – Travel route from Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai:
1. How to book and buy tickets/taxi from Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai?
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- Book and buy tickets+flights from Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai on 12go.asia ➜ or Baolau ➜.
- You can also search and book another tickets, Ayutthaya to Bangkok, Bangkok to Chiang Mai…
2. What is the travel time from Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai?
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- Travel by train from Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai takes about 10-13 hours.
- Travel by tourist bus from Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai takes about 9-10 hours.
- Travel by plane – direct flight from Bangkok to Chiang Mai takes about 1-1.5 hour.
- Travel by private car/taxi from Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai takes about 8-9 hours.
3. How far is Chiang Mai from Ayutthaya?
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- Travel distance from Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai is about 620 km by train/bus and about 550 km by plane from Bangkok.
4. How much does it cost to get from Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai?
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- Transfer by train from Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai costs about $20-60/pp (depends on the class).
- Transfer by tourist bus from Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai costs about $20-41/pp.
- Transfer by plane from Bangkok to Chiang Mai costs about $40-150/pp.
- Transfer by private car/van from Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai costs about $250-480/car.
5. Is it necessary to print your train e-ticket to Chiang Mai?
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- Yes, you have to print your train e-ticket/voucher from Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai if you book via Baolau
- You can receive your train tickets also in 12go.asia office or they can deliver these train tickets in Bangkok
- Read carefully the informations and instructions at 12go.asia and Baolau websites.
6. What type of trains you can book from Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai?
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- You can book 1st and 2nd class trains of Thai Railways to Chiang Mai.
- The best option is to book sleeper berth, because travel time is about 10-12 hours by train.
7. What is the most cheapest option of travel from Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai?
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- The most cheapest way of transport from Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai in northern Thailand is to travel by tourist bus or sleeper 2nd class train of Thai Railway.
8. What is the best way of transport from Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai?
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- The best and fastest way of getting to Chiang Mai from Ayutthaya is via Bangkok by plane. So you can travel by bus and train to Bangkok and take a direct flight from Bangkok to Chiang Mai. Direct flight from Bangkok to Chiang Mai takes about 1-1.5 hour and prices are very low.
9. How to travel from Chiang Mai to Pai?
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- From Chiang Mai to Pai you can travel by minivan/bus or private taxi. Travel distance is about 130 km and tickets for minivans start at $6/pp. Pai is a popular tourist site close to Chiang Mai.
- Read this article > How to get from Chiang Mai to Pai?
10. Where to stay in Chiang Mai Mai?
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- There are various cheap and luxury hotels, private resorts, bungalows or homestays for tourists. Prices are low, but there are also various expensive luxury hotels, resorts.
- Search and book your accommodation > Book your hotel/resort in Chiang Mai ➜.
11. How to move and explore Thailand?
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- There are various ways of transport in Thailand, you can use various tourist buses / minivans, trains, private cars / taxi, boats and ferries or you can rent a motorbike or bicycle. Read carefully this article: Transportation in Thailand.
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🚆 Train Schedule / Timetable – Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai + Train Tickets:
Train Schedule - Ayutthaya to Chiang Mai | Departs in Ayutthaya | Arrival in Chiang Mai |
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Train SP7 | 09:55 | 19:30 |
Train SP13 | 21:07 | 08:40 |
Train EX51 | 23:36 | 12:10 |
Train RP109 | 15:19 | 04:05 |
Train SP9 | 19:45 | 07:15 |
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