The cheapest and fastest coaches from Chiang Rai to Tha Chai
Cheapest price
19S$
Average price
19S$
Fastest journey
8 h
Average duration
8 h
Buses per day
1
Distance
275 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Chiang Rai to Tha Chai is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chiang Rai to Tha Chai will cost around 19S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 19S$.
Of the 1 buses that leave Chiang Rai for Tha Chai every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 275 km distance in an average of 8 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 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.
12:30 AM8h00Chiang Rai8:30 AMTha Chai19 S$1One-way0 changes
12:30 AM8h00Chiang Rai8:30 AMTha Chai19 S$1One-way0 changes
Live departures
Chiang Rai to Tha Chai bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chiang Rai to Tha Chai coaches for tomorrow, Friday, 14 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:30 AM Chiang Rai | 8h00 | 8:30 AM Tha Chai | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chiang Rai to Tha Chai
Buses from Chiang Rai to Tha Chai run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 18S$ if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 09:30, the last at 10:30. The fastest coach covers the 275 km distance in 8h 0m.
Distance 275 km |
Average bus duration 8h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price 18S$ |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 0m |
First bus 9:30 AM |
Last bus 10:30 AM |
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Bus providers: Sukhothai Thani (Win Tour) from Chiang Rai to Tha ChaiYou can travel by bus between Chiang Rai to Tha Chai with Sukhothai Thani (Win Tour) for as low as 18S$. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Chiang Rai to Tha Chai coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chiang Rai to Tha Chai by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tha Chai, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- One piece of luggage per passenger
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chiang Rai and Tha Chai
Most Chiang Rai to Tha Chai buses use the Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 2 to Ban Kluai, Sukhothai Bus Terminal station pair. Use this guide to compare Chiang Rai and Tha Chai bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Chiang Rai station do buses to Tha Chai leave from?
Getting to Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 2 from Chiang Rai city centre
Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 2 is 5 km from Chiang Rai city centre. Public transport options include:
Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 2 bus station facilities and services
Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 2 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food court and several local food vendors inside terminal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal. ATMs are aTM machines from major Thai banks available.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 2.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 2: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 2: Wheelchair ramps and assistance available.
Which Tha Chai station do buses from Chiang Rai arrive at?
Getting to Ban Tha Chai from Tha Chai city centre
Ban Tha Chai is 6 km from Tha Chai city centre. Public transport options include:
Ban Tha Chai bus station facilities and services
Ban Tha Chai has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are several ATMs from major Thai banks.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ban Tha Chai.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ban Tha Chai: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ban Tha Chai: Basic ramps.
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