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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Chiang Rai to Phrae
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$10
Fastest journey
3 h 51 m
Average duration
3 h 51 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
199 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chiang Rai to Phrae is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chiang Rai to Phrae will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 4 buses that leave Chiang Rai for Phrae on Wed, Jun 10, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 10 the direct buses cover the 199 km distance in an average of 3 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 51 m .
On Wed, Jun 10 the slowest buses will take 3 h 51 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
5:30 PM3h51Chiang Rai9:21 PMPhrae Bus Terminal$101One-way0 transfers- 6:00 PM3h51Chiang Rai9:51 PMPhrae Bus Terminal$101One-way0 transfers
- 6:30 PM3h51Chiang Rai10:21 PMPhrae Bus Terminal$101One-way0 transfers
- 7:00 PM3h51Chiang Rai10:51 PMPhrae Bus Terminal$101One-way0 transfers
- 5:30 PM3h51Chiang Rai9:21 PMPhrae Bus Terminal$101One-way0 transfers
- 6:00 PM3h51Chiang Rai9:51 PMPhrae Bus Terminal$101One-way0 transfers
- 6:30 PM3h51Chiang Rai10:21 PMPhrae Bus Terminal$101One-way0 transfers
- 7:00 PM3h51Chiang Rai10:51 PMPhrae Bus Terminal$101One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus for Chiang Rai to Phrae
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Chiang Rai to Phrae among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a bus costs an average of $11.
Distance: 123 miles (199 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$11 Average price Cheapest | $30 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $11 (€9) compared to roughly $30 (€25) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $19 (€16). The journey takes 3h 51m versus 3h 51m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Sombat Tour.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Chiang Rai to Phrae Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Sombat Tour | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:21PM | Duration 3h51 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Sombat Tour | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:51PM | Duration 3h51 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Sombat Tour | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 10:21PM | Duration 3h51 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Sombat Tour | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:51PM | Duration 3h51 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
Live departures
Chiang Rai to Phrae bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chiang Rai to Phrae buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, June 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:30 PM Chiang Rai | 3h51 | 9:21 PM Phrae Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:00 PM Chiang Rai | 3h51 | 9:51 PM Phrae Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:30 PM Chiang Rai | 3h51 | 10:21 PM Phrae Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:00 PM Chiang Rai | 3h51 | 10:51 PM Phrae Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Chiang Rai to Phrae
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Buses from Chiang Rai to Phrae run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 17:30, the last at 19:00. The fastest bus covers the 123 miles (199 km) distance in 3h 51m.
Distance 123 miles (199 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 51m |
First bus 5:30 PM |
Last bus 7:00 PM |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Bus providers: Sombat Tour from Chiang Rai to PhraeYou can travel by bus between Chiang Rai to Phrae with Sombat Tour for as low as $11 (€9). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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