Rome2Rio

How to get fromChiang Rai to Pattayaby plane, bus, train, or car

Find Transport to Pattaya

See all options
QR code to download the Rome2Rio app

Download the Rome2Rio travel app

Scan QR code with your phone to download the app

Download on the App StoreGet it on Google Play

There are 6 ways to get from Chiang Rai to Pattaya by plane, bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Fly to Suvarnabhumi Airport, bus

    best
    1. Fly from Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)plane plane CEI - BKK
    2. Take the bus from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Pattaya Jomtien Bus Stationbus bus
    4h 4m
    ฿1,432–3,948

  2. Bus, train

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Jed Yod Cafe to Chiang Mai Train Stationbus bus
    2. Take the train from Chiang Mai to Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminaltrain train 52
    3. Take the bus from Mochit New Van Terminal to Pattaya Pannipabus bus
    20h 51m
    ฿1,047–1,773

  3. Bus via Bangkok

    1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai Nakhonchaiair to Nakhonchaiair Station Bangkokbus bus Chiang Rai Nakhonchaiair - Nakhonchaiair Station Bangkok
    2. Take the bus from Mochit New Van Terminal to Pattaya Pannipabus bus
    15h 23m
    ฿1,159–1,264

  4. Drive  898.7 km

    1. Drive from Chiang Rai to Pattayacar car 898.7 km
    11h 38m
    ฿3,972–5,737

  5. Fly to Don Mueang International Airport, bus

    1. Fly from Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)plane plane CEI - DMK
    2. Take the bus from Mo Chit Bus Terminal to South Pattaya Wongsaithing Tour Bus Stopbus bus
    5h
    ฿1,499–3,348

  6. Bus

    1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Rayongbus bus
    2. Take the bus from Rayong Bus Terminal to Pattayabus bus 138
    18h 10m
    ฿1,108–1,434

Chiang Rai to Pattaya by bus

Calendar7Weekly Buses
Duration15h 23mAverage Duration
Ticket฿1,159Cheapest Price
See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Chiang Rai to Pattaya.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 837.4 km
  • Duration: 4h 4m

What companies run services between Chiang Rai, Thailand and Pattaya, Thailand?

You can take a bus from Chiang Rai Nakhonchaiair to Pattaya Pannipa via Nakhonchai Air and Mochit New Van Terminal in around 15h 23m.

Airlines
Train operators
Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around the world?

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including Travelling Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast by boat, bus, car and train, How to plan an amazing trip around Scandinavia, and Getting around the Cyclades - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Booking & Getting There