1. Flights to Krabi
2. Bus + Train to Krabi
3. Bus / Van to Krabi
4. Taxi / Car to Krabi
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- Krabi is located in southern Thailand, close to Koh Phi Phi – the most visited island in this area. Krabi is a very large and popular tourist site with various activites, places of interests and amazing beaches. Krabi has also a wide range of accommodation facilities, there are various hotels, guesthouses and luxury resorts. Krabi has also an airport, and there are various domestic flights, so if you want to travel by plane – it is very easily accessible. Krabi has no railway station, the closest railway station is about 160 km from the town – in Surat Thani. There are 4 ways how you can travel to Krabi from Chiang Rai – take a flight, travel by bus, by train + bus or private car/taxi, all these ways with stopover in Bangkok or Chiang Mai. There are also some direct flights from Chiang Mai International Airport to Krabi Airport. From Krabi you can also travel by boat to Koh Lipe or Koh Phi Phi and Koh Lanta in southern Thailand.
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From Chiang Rai to Krabi you can get by plane, bus, bus + train, car.
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- Travel distance from Chiang Rai to Krabi is about 1600 km by tourist bus, train + bus and about 1320 km if you take a flight. Flight from Chiang Rai to Krabi is the most comfortable and fastest option of transfer. There are flights via Bangkok from Chiang Rai Airport, travel time is about 5-7 hours and it costs about $50-150/pp to reach Krabi Airport. It is also possible travel by bus or minivan to Chiang Mai and take a direct flight to Krabi. Thre are various airlines from Thailand: Thai Air Asia, Thai VietJet Air, Air Asia, Bangkok Air between Chiang Rai – Chiang Mai – Bangkok and Krabi.
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- Another way how to reach Krabi from Chiang Rai is to travel by bus + train via Chiang Mai, Bangkok and Surat Thani. You can travel by bus to Chiang Mai and from this town you can travel by train via Bangkok to Surat Thani. Surat Thani is the closest railway station to Krabi – about 160 km north of Krabi town. Travel time by bus + train from Chiang Rai to Krabi (via Chiang Mai, Bangkok and Surat Thani) is totally about 45-55 hours. Travel by bus+train from Chiang Rai to Krabi (via Chiang Mai, Bangkok, Surat Thani) costs about $55-130/pp. You can also travel by tourist sleeper bus from Chiang Rai to Krabi with stopover in Bangkok. Transfer by tourist bus from Chiang Rai to Krabi costs about $40-75/pp – it is the most cheapest way of transport. Search and book tickets or flights to Krabi from Chiang Rai easily online. From Krabi you can also travel to Koh Phangan or you can go to Phuket or Koh Jum.
| Transfer Mode – Chiang Rai to Krabi: | Travel Duration | Cost Range |
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| Plane (via Bangkok) | 5-7 hours | $50-150/pp |
| Bus + Train (via Chiang Mai, Bangkok, Surat Thani) | 45-55 hours | $55-130/pp |
| Tourist Bus (via Bangkok) | 25-32 hours | $40-75/pp |
| Private Car (via Bangkok) | 26-36 hours | $730-950 (car) |
How do I get from Chiang Rai to Krabi?
1. FLIGHTS from Chiang Rai to Krabi
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- flight with stopover is the best / fastest way how to get and travel from Chiang Rai to Krabi
- there are also sometimes very cheap – low-cost flights to Krabi from Chiang Rai via Bangkok
- travel time by plane from Chiang Rai to Krabi is about 5-7 hours
- airlines from Chiang Rai to Krabi via Bangkok: Thai Air Asia, Thai VietJet Air, Air Asia, Bangkok Air…
- flight to Krabi from Chiang Rai with stopover in Bangkok costs about at $50-150/pp
- there are also flights from Chiang Mai to Krabi
- flights from Chiang Rai International Airport to Krabi Airport
2. TRAIN + BUS from Chiang Rai to Krabi (via Surat Thani)
A) Bus or Van from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai
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- there are tourist buses or minivans from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai
- this is the cheapest option of transfer to Chiang Mai from Chiang Rai
- bus company to Chiang Mai from Chiang Rai: Greenbus
- bus ticket from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai costs about $7-11/pp
- travel time by bus is about 3-4 hours to reach Chiang Mai
- buses depart from Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 and arrive at Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3
B) Train from Chiang Mai to Surat Thani (via Bangkok)
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- travel by train is also a popular and comfortable way of transport via Bangkok
- 1.step – train from Chiang Mai to Bangkok, 2.step – train from Bangkok to Surat Thani
- Surat Thani is the closest train station to Krabi (about 250 km north-east of Krabi)
- there are seat or sleeper tourist trains of Thai Railways to Surat Thani
- train tickets from Chiang Mai to Surat Thani cost about $40-80/pp (1st, 2nd class trains)
- transport by train from Chiang Mai to Surat Thani (via Bangkok) takes about 33-40 hours
- check this article > How to reach Surat Thani from Bangkok?
C) Bus or minivan from Surat Thani to Krabi
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- from Surat Thani to Krabi you can travel by bus or private minivan
- transport by tourist bus/van from Surat Thani to Krabi takes about 3.5-4 hours
- transfer by bus from Surat Thani to Krabi costs about $6-15/pp
- check this article > How to get from Surat Thani to Krabi?
3. BUS from Chiang Rai to Krabi (via Bangkok)
A) Bus from Chiang Rai to Bangkok
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- from Chiang Rai to Bangkok you can travel by sleeper or seat tourist bus
- bus companies to Bangkok from Chiang Rai: Sombat Tour, Bangkok Busline, Nakhonchai Air…
- transport by tourist sleeper bus from Chiang Rai to Bangkok takes about 11-13 hours
- transport by sleeper tourist bus from Chiang Rai to Bangkok costs about $21-39/pp
- there are various modern sleeper tourist buses, day + overnight buses
- read this article: How to go to Bangkok from Chiang Rai?
B) Bus from Bangkok to Krabi
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- a cheap way of transfer to Krabi from Bangkok
- transport by bus from Bangkok to Krabi takes about 12-16 hours
- bus companies to Krabi: Phantip, Lignite, Jolly Travel, Songserm, Paradise Travel…
- transfer by bus from Bangkok to Krabi costs about $19-35/pp
- read this article: How to reach Krabi from Bangkok?
4. PRIVATE TAXI / CAR from Chiang Rai to Krabi (via Bangkok)
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- you can also travel by private taxi or car from Chiang Rai to Krabi with stopover in Bangkok
- the most expensive option of transport from Chiang Rai to Krabi
- transport by private taxi or car from Chiang Rai to Krabi takes about 26-36 hours
- taxi companies from Chiang Rai to Krabi: Bangkok Taxi 24, Glassflower…
- private taxi from Chiang Rai to Krabi costs about $730-950 (vehicle, car, minivan)
- there are various modern types of cars and other vehicles
- you can also arrive by private taxi/car to Ao Nang and from Ao Nang by boat to Railay Beach
❓ FAQ + Tips — Travel route from Chiang Rai to Krabi:
1. How to book and buy tickets or flights from Chiang Rai to Krabi?
2. How long does it take to get from Chiang Rai to Krabi?
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- Travel by plane from Chiang Rai to Krabi (via Bangkok) takes about 5-7 hours.
- Travel by bus + train from Chiang Rai to Krabi (via Chiang Mai, Bangkok, Surat Thani) takes about 45-55 hours.
- Travel by tourist bus from Chiang Rai to Krabi (via Bangkok) takes about 25-32 hours.
- Travel by private taxi/car from Chiang Rai to Krabi (via Bangkok) takes about 26-36 hours.
3. How far is Krabi from Chiang Rai?
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- Travel distance from Chiang Rai to Krabi is about 1600 km by bus, train + bus and about 1320 km by plane.
4. How much does it cost to travel from Chiang Rai to Krabi?
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- Transport by plane from Chiang Rai to Krabi (via Bangkok) costs about $50-150/pp.
- Transport by train+bus from Chiang Rai to Krabi (via Bangkok, Surat Thani) costs about $55-130/pp.
- Transport by tourist bus or van from Chiang Rai to Krabi costs (via Bangkok) about $40-75/pp.
- Transport by private taxi/car from Chiang Rai to Krabi (via Bangkok) costs about $730-950 (vehicle,car).
5. What is the best way of transport from Chiang Rai to Krabi?
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- The best way of transport from Chiang Rai to Krabi in southern Thailand is to travel by plane with stopover in Bangkok. You can also take a direct flight from Chiang Mai to Krabi, so you can travel by bus / van from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai and take a direct flight from Chiang Mai International Airport.
6. What is the most cheapest option of transfer from Chiang Rai to Krabi?
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- The most cheapest option how you can reach Krabi from Chiang Rai is to travel by sleeper tourist bus via Bangkok. But this way of transport is not so comfortable and takes a lot of time.
7. Is there a direct train from Chiang Rai to Krabi?
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- No, there is no direct train from Chiang Rai to Krabi. There is a train from Chiang Mai to Bangkok and from Bankok to Surat Thani. Surat Thani is the closest railway station to Krabi. Krabi town has no railway station. From Surat Thani to Krabi you can travel by bus / van.
8. Is it possible to travel by private car/taxi from Chiang Rai to Krabi?
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- Yes, there are some private companies with modern cars and other vehicle to Krabi from Chiang Rai, with stopover in Bangkok. Travel by private car is the most expensive option of getting to Krabi. You can also book private van / minivan for group of people.
9. How to get to Krabi from Surat Thani Railway Station?
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- There are only 2 option how you can go to Krabi from Surat Thani Railway Station. There are some tourist buses or minivans or you can take a private car / taxi. Travel time is about 4-5 hours and travel distance is 160 km by road.
10. Where to travel from Krabi? What to visit?
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- From Krabi you can travel by tourist bus, van or speedboat to Koh Lanta. Koh Lanta is about 100 km from Krabi, it is the biggest island in Gulf of Thailand in the south. The most visited island close to Krabi is Koh Phi Phi. From Krabi to Koh Yao Yai or Koh Yao Noi you can travel by boat or ferry, you can also go to Surat Thani.
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4 Ways of Transfer from Chiang Rai to Krabi:
| 1. FLIGHTS from Chiang Rai to Krabi | |
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| Transfer Options | Flight with stopover |
| Flight Duration | About 5-7 hours |
| Airlines | Thai Air Asia, Thai VietJet Air, Air Asia, Bangkok Air… |
| Flight Cost | About $50-150/pp (with stopover in Bangkok) |
| 2. TRAIN + BUS from Chiang Rai to Krabi (via Surat Thani) | |
| A) Bus or Van from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai | |
| Bus Company | Greenbus |
| Bus Ticket Cost | About $7-11/pp |
| Travel Time | About 3-4 hours |
| Departure Point | Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 |
| Arrival Point | Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 |
| B) Train from Chiang Mai to Surat Thani (via Bangkok) | |
| Train Ticket Cost | About $40-80/pp (1st, 2nd class trains) |
| Travel Time | About 33-40 hours |
| Train Station in Surat Thani | Surat Thani |
| C) Bus or Minivan from Surat Thani to Krabi | |
| Transfer Options | Bus or Private Minivan |
| Travel Time | About 3.5-4 hours |
| Transfer Cost | About $6-15/pp |
| 3. BUS from Chiang Rai to Krabi (via Bangkok) | |
| A) Bus from Chiang Rai to Bangkok | |
| Transfer Options | Tourist Sleeper Bus or Seat Bus |
| Bus Companies | Sombat Tour, Bangkok Busline, Nakhonchai Air… |
| Travel Time | About 11-13 hours |
| Transfer Cost | About $21-39/pp |
| B) Bus from Bangkok to Krabi | |
| Transfer Options | Bus |
| Travel Time | About 12-16 hours |
| Bus Companies | Phantip, Lignite, Jolly Travel, Songserm, Paradise Travel… |
| Transfer Cost | About $19-35/pp |
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