The cheapest and fastest buses from Udon Thani to Chiang Rak Noi
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
8 h 10 m
Average duration
8 h 10 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
433 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Udon Thani to Chiang Rak Noi is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Udon Thani to Chiang Rak Noi will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 1 buses that leave Udon Thani for Chiang Rak Noi on Sun, Dec 21, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 433 km distance in an average of 8 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 10 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 8 h 10 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 Udon Thani to Chiang Rak Noi
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Udon Thani to Chiang Rak Noi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a flight costs an average of €21.
Distance: 269 miles (433 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight |
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€13 Average price Cheapest | €28 Average price |
8h 40m Average total duration 8h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Udon Thani to Chiang Rak Noi bus times
The table below shows live departures for Udon Thani to Chiang Rak Noi buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:30 PM Udon Thani | 8h10 | 9:40 PM Chiang Rak Noi | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Udon Thani to Chiang Rak Noi
Buses from Udon Thani to Chiang Rak Noi run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $16 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:10, the last at 21:40. The fastest bus covers the 269 miles (433 km) distance in 8h 10m.
Distance 269 miles (433 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€13) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 10m |
First bus 08:10 |
Last bus 21:40 |
FAQs: Bus from Udon Thani to Chiang Rak Noi
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Udon Thani to Chiang Rak Noi by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Chiang Rak Noi, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Udon Thani Bus Terminal, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Chiang Rak Noi, Pratunam Phra-in, located 13.6 miles (22 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Udon Thani to Chiang Rak Noi
- 04:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in 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 city buses
- Tuk-tuk service available
- 05:00-22:00
- Free parking available for passengers
- Small food stalls and local vendors near the station
- Available at the station entrance
- Basic ramps available
- Basic facilities available
- Bus: 3, 4, 97, 185, 504
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