The cheapest and fastest buses from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai
Cheapest price
$57
Average price
$57
Fastest journey
1 d 20 m
Average duration
1 d 20 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
1436 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $57.
Of the 1 buses that leave Hat Yai for Chiang Rai on Thu, Nov 06, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 1436 km distance in an average of 1 d 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 20 m .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 1 d 20 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.


Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Hat Yai to Chiang Rai
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €47, and a flight costs an average of €41.
Distance: 892 miles (1436 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
€48 Average price Cheapest | €89 Average price |
25h 11m Average total duration 24h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration Fastest 2h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Hat Yai to Chiang Rai Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Piya Chaipat | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 24h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $58 |
Live departures
Hat Yai to Chiang Rai bus times
The table below shows live departures for Hat Yai to Chiang Rai buses for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:30 AM Hat Yai | 24h20 | 1:50 AM Chiang Rai | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai
Distance 892 miles (1436 km) |
Average bus duration 24h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $57 (€47) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 24h 20m |
First bus 09:15 |
Last bus 09:15 |
Bus providers: Piya Chai Patthana from Hat Yai to Chiang RaiYou can travel by bus between Hat Yai to Chiang Rai with Piya Chai Patthana for as low as $50 (€41). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Hat Yai, Bus Terminal, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 2, located 3.5 miles (5.7 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Hat Yai to Chiang Rai
- 04:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal
- Free parking available for passengers
- Food court and several local food vendors inside terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public restrooms available
- Bus: Local songthaews and tuk-tuks
- Minivan services
- 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal
- Free parking available for passengers
- Food court and several local food vendors inside terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
- Wheelchair ramps and assistance available
- Public restrooms available for small fee
- Local Bus: City routes
- Songthaew: Red trucks
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