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How do I get from Bangkok to Chiang Rai?

How do I get from Bangkok to Chiang Rai?

The best way to get from Bangkok to Chiang Rai is to fly which takes 3h 19m and costs ฿950 – ฿4400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ฿550 – ฿950 and takes 11h.

Is Chiang Rai worth visiting?

With incredible jungle scenery, dramatic mountains and amazing landscapes, it’s a really unique place. You could do hiking trips from Chiang Mai and Pai, and many people do, but due to the lack of tourists around Chiang Rai it’s a great place to see some nature.

How far is Chiang Mai from Bangkok by train?

751 km
The distance from Bangkok to Chiang Mai by train is 751 km. The duration of the train journey from Bangkok to Chiang Mai is between 11 hours for the fastest train, to 14 hours and 20 minutes for the slowest train. All trains originate from Hua Lamphong Railway Station in Bangkok.

How many days do you need in Chiang Rai?

Chiang Rai is ideally situated for discovering Thailand’s Golden Triangle, so three days in the city give you ample time to immerse yourself in local culture and cuisine, and explore the northern highlands.

How many days in Chiang Rai is enough?

Does Chiang Mai have a red light district?

Last week, my study abroad program went on a tour of the Chiang Mai Red Light District, an area in the Northern Thai city famous for a booming sex industry.

Can I travel from Bangkok to Chiang Mai?

Flying from Bangkok to Chiang Mai is the simplest mode of transportation if you’re planning the trip on your own. Most low-cost carriers—such as Nok Air and AirAsia—flying to Chiang Mai leave from Bangkok’s Don Mueang Airport, which mostly handles local flights.

Can I wear red in Thailand?

Of course, it is perfectly safe to wear a red shirt in Thailand! Unless that is you wear one and join a mass demonstration against the army’s orders… Red is an auspicious color in Thailand cause of the Thai-Chinese, and Sunday is the ‘red day of the week’.