How to travel from Chiang Rai to Ko Mak, Thailand
The distance between Chiang Rai and Ko Mak is around 999km (621 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take a ferry which takes around 4h 20m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Chiang Rai to Ko Mak by plane, ferry, bus and train. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Ko Mak → Chiang Rai if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Ferry
Fly from Chiang Rai (CEI) to Trat (TDX) then take a ferry to Koh Mak.
- Duration4h 20m
- Flight time2h 25m
- Typical costTHB 3,085($85)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Bus to Rayong, ferry
Take the bus to Rayong then take a ferry to Ko Samet Na Dan Pier then Ko Chang Center Point Pier and then to Koh Mak.
- Duration19hrs
- Departsonce a week
- Typical costTHB 2,470($68)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.
Bus, Train and Ferry
Take the bus to Chiang Mai then take the train to Don Mueang then take the bus to Ao Thammachat Pier then take a ferry to Ko Mak.
- Duration20h 25m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical costTHB 1,960($54)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Chiang Rai and Ko Mak
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Chiang Rai to Ko Mak by plane, ferry, bus and train. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take a ferry which costs around THB 1,525 ($42) and will take around 20h 35m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take a ferry and arrive in approximately 4h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately THB 3,085 ($85).
The distance between Chiang Rai and Ko Mak is around 999km (621 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 932km (579 miles)
It takes around 4h 20m to get from Chiang Rai and Ko Mak by plane and ferry.
The quickest way to get from Chiang Rai to Ko Mak is to fly and then take a ferry which takes around 4h 20m and will set you back approx THB 3,085 ($85).
The cheapest way to travel between Chiang Rai and Ko Mak is to take the bus and then take a ferry which will typically cost around THB 1,525 ($42) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Chiang Rai and Ko Mak. We recommend that you fly from Chiang Rai (CEI) to Trat (TDX) then take a ferry to Koh Mak. instead which will take 4h 20m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Chiang Rai and Ko Mak. We recommend that you fly from Chiang Rai (CEI) to Trat (TDX) then take a ferry to Koh Mak. instead which will take 4h 20m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Chiang Rai to Ko Mak. We recommend that you fly from Chiang Rai (CEI) to Trat (TDX) then take a ferry to Koh Mak. instead which will take 4h 20m.
The closest major airport to Ko Mak is Trat Airport (TDX) (TDX) which is approximately 54km (33 miles) from Ko Mak. U-Tapao International Airport (UTP) (UTP) and Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) (BKK) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Chiang Rai to Ko Mak. We recommend that you fly from Chiang Rai (CEI) to Trat (TDX) then take a ferry to Koh Mak. instead which will take 4h 20m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Chiang Rai to Ko Mak is to fly and then take a ferry which takes, on average, 4h 20m and will usually cost around THB 3,085 ($85).
Compare travel optionsbetween Chiang Rai and Ko Mak
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Ferry + 2 similar | 4h 20m | THB 3,085($85) | once daily | 999km (621 miles) |
| Bus, Plane and Ferry | 8h 20m | THB 4,760($130) | once daily | 1,134km (705 miles) |
| Bus to Phayao, plane and ferry | 9h 30m | THB 4,685($130) | once daily | 1,104km (686 miles) |
Bus to Rayong, ferry + 2 similar | 19hrs | THB 2,470($68) | once a week | 1,134km (705 miles) |
| Bus and Ferry | 20h 35m | THB 1,525($42) | once daily | 1,100km (684 miles) |
| Bus to Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal, Ferry | 1 day 1h | THB 2,000($55) | once daily | 1,156km (718 miles) |
Bus, Train and Ferry | 20h 25m | THB 1,960($54) | twice daily | 1,376km (855 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Chiang Rai and Ko Mak
Bus companies
Greenbus Thailand
Sombat Tour
Nakhonchai Air
The Transport Company
Bangkok Busline
Train operators
State Railway of Thailand
Airlines
Thai AirAsia
Nok Air
Thai Lion Mentari
Thai Vietjet Air
Thai Smile
Ferry operators
Boonsiri Ferry
Koh Mak Speedboat Services
Travel Mart
Khokaew Phitsadan
Airports near Ko Mak
The following major airports near Ko Mak offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Thailand and internationally.
Trat Airport (TDX)
- Distance
- 54km (33 miles) from Ko Mak
U-Tapao International Airport (UTP)
- Distance
- 185km (115 miles) from Ko Mak
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
- Distance
- 280km (174 miles) from Ko Mak