How to go → KHON KAEN to CHIANG MAI? ☀️

From Khon Kaen to Chiang Mai you can travel by bus, plane or bus+train.

- The travel distance from Khon Kaen to Chiang Mai spans approximately 650 km by road and 480 km by air. Opting for the best and most comfortable option, taking a direct flight from Khon Kaen Airport to Chiang Mai Airport, proves to be the optimal choice. The flight duration is approximately 1 hour, with ticket prices ranging from $60-100 per person. For those seeking the most economical option, traveling by tourist bus from Khon Kaen to Chiang Mai is recommended. Bus transport typically takes about 10-13 hours, with ticket costs averaging $19-26 per person. Reputable bus companies such as Sombat Tour, Esan Tour, or Phet Prasert operate modern and comfortable buses.
- There is no direct train route from Khon Kaen to Chiang Mai. Travelers opting for train travel must first journey to Phitsanulok, where they can then transfer to a train operated by Thai Railways bound for Chiang Mai. Traveling by bus and train via Phitsanulok from Khon Kaen to Chiang Mai typically takes about 13-17 hours, offering a convenient option for those interested in exploring Phitsanulok. From Chiang Mai, travelers can further explore nearby destinations such as Pai, Chiang Rai, and Phayao. Easily search and book bus tickets and flights from Khon Kaen to Chiang Mai online.

- Chiang Mai ranks among the most sought-after tourist destinations in northern Thailand. Renowned for its wealth of historical sites, monuments, pagodas, and temples, Chiang Mai serves as an ideal gateway for exploring the northern region of Thailand. Additionally, Chiang Mai serves as a vital transportation hub, offering connections to destinations such as Myanmar. Welcoming visitors from around the globe, Chiang Mai is equipped with a railway station, an international airport, and numerous bus services connecting to Bangkok.
- There are three primary transportation options for traveling from Khon Kaen to Chiang Mai: tourist bus, direct flight, or bus and train via Phitsanulok. Phitsanulok City lies approximately 320 km from Khon Kaen. Opting for a direct flight from Khon Kaen International Airport offers the fastest mode of transport to Chiang Mai. Notably, there is no direct train route connecting Chiang Mai and Khon Kaen. Refer to the instructions below for details on reaching Chiang Mai.

Transfer Mode – Khon Kaen to Chiang Mai:	Travel Time	Cost Range
Tourist Bus	10-13 hours	$19-26/pp
Plane (Direct Flight)	1 hour	$60-100/pp
Bus + Train (via Phitsanulok)	13-17 hours	$12-50/pp

Bus Schedule – Khon Kaen to Chiang Mai:	Departure in Khon Kaen	Arrival in Chiang Mai	Bus Ticket – Price
Esan Tour	09:30	21:30	From $19.00
Esan Tour	16:30	04:30	From $19.00
Phet Prasert	15:10	03:00	From $21.00
Phet Prasert	17:30	05:00	From $21.00
Phet Prasert	20:30	07:20	From $21.00
Phet Prasert	22:30	09:20	From $21.00
Sombat Tour	19:30	05:20	From $26.00

A) Bus from Khon Kaen to Phitsanulok

- from Khon Kaen to Phitsanulok you can travel by bus or van
- travel time by bus from Khon Kaen to Phitsanulok is about 5.5 hours
- there bus route is operated by Phetprasert Tour bus company
- travel time by bus from Khon Kaen to Phitsanulok costs about $6-10/pp

B) Train from Phitsanulok to Chiang Mai

- You can book and buy tickets+flights from Khon Kaen to Chiang Mai on 12go.asia ➜ or Baolau ➜.
- You can also search and book another tickets, Khon Kaen to Bangkok, Bangkok to Chiang Mai…

- Travel by tourist bus from Khon Kaen to Chiang Mai takes about 10-13 hours.
- Travel by plane – direct flight from Khon Kaen to Chiang Mai takes about 1 hour.
- Travel by bus + train from Khon Kaen to Chiang Mai (via Phitsanulok) takes about 13-17 hours.

- Travel distance from Khon Kaen to Chiang Mai is about 650 km by bus/train and about 480 km by plane.

- Transport by tourist bus from Khon Kaen to Chiang Mai costs about $19-26/pp.
- Transport by plane – direct flight from Khon Kaen to Chiang Mai costs about $60-100/pp.
- Transport by bus + train from Khon Kaen to Chiang Mai (via Phitsanulok) costs about $12-50/pp.

- The most cheapest way of transport from Khon Kaen to Chiang Mai in Thailand is to travel by tourist bus. Bus tickets to Chiang Mai start at $19/pp.

- The best and fastest way of getting to Chiang Mai from Khon Kaen is to take a direct flight from Khon Kaen International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport.

- Yes you can also travel by private taxi/car via Phitsanulok. From Khon Kane to Phitsanulok you can use Khonkaen taxi and from Phitsanulok to Chiang Mai you can use Glassflower or Thailand Limo by Datum private taxi companies.

- No, there is no train from Khon Kaen to Chiang Mai. You can travel by train to Chiang Mai only from Phitsanulok.

- From Chiang Mai you can travel by bus or car to Chiang Rai or Mae Hong Son, or you can go to not so crowded province of Nan. There is no railway between these sites, so you have to travel by bus, minivan or you can book your private car, teoretically you can travel on motorbike. You can also travel by train to Bangkok.

- Chiang Mai in Thailand offers a wide range of accommodation facilities, there are hotels, homestays, guesthouses…
- Search and book your accommodation in Chiang Mai > Book your hotel / resort in Chiang Mai ➜.

(You can change your departure and arrival, eg. Bangkok > Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai > Khon Kaen….)