How to travel from Ko Phangan to Chiang Rai, Thailand
The distance between Ko Phangan and Chiang Rai is around 1,199km (745 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a ferry and then fly which takes around 3h 25m.
9 routes found
We've found 9 different ways to get from Ko Phangan to Chiang Rai by ferry, plane, bus and train. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Chiang Rai → Ko Phangan if you're planning a return trip.
Ferry and Plane
Take a ferry to Bangrak Pier Koh Samui then fly from Koh Samui (USM) to Chiang Rai (CEI).
- Duration3h 25m
- Flight time2h 40m
- Typical costTHB 2,870($79)
Multiple operators
3 similiar routes
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Ferry, Train and Bus
Take a ferry to Lomprayah Tapee River Surat Thani City then take the train to Bang Sue Junction and then to Den Chai then take the bus to Chiang Rai.
- Duration22h 60m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costTHB 2,105($58)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Koh Samui and then to Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal then take the bus to Chiang Rai.
- Duration1 day 2h
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costTHB 2,035($56)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Ko Phangan and Chiang Rai
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Ko Phangan to Chiang Rai by ferry, plane, bus and train. The cheapest option is to take a ferry, then take the train and then take the bus which costs around THB 1,850 ($51) and will take around 1 day 4h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a ferry and then fly and arrive in approximately 3h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately THB 2,870 ($79).
The distance between Ko Phangan and Chiang Rai is around 1,199km (745 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,115km (693 miles)
It takes around 3h 25m to get from Ko Phangan and Chiang Rai by ferry and plane.
The quickest way to get from Ko Phangan to Chiang Rai is to take a ferry and then fly which takes around 3h 25m and will set you back approx THB 2,870 ($79).
The cheapest way to travel between Ko Phangan and Chiang Rai is to take a ferry, then take the train and then take the bus which will typically cost around THB 1,850 ($51) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Ko Phangan and Chiang Rai. We recommend that you take a ferry to Bangrak Pier Koh Samui then fly from Koh Samui (USM) to Chiang Rai (CEI). instead which will take 3h 25m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Ko Phangan and Chiang Rai. We recommend that you take a ferry to Bangrak Pier Koh Samui then fly from Koh Samui (USM) to Chiang Rai (CEI). instead which will take 3h 25m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Ko Phangan to Chiang Rai. We recommend that you take a ferry to Bangrak Pier Koh Samui then fly from Koh Samui (USM) to Chiang Rai (CEI). instead which will take 3h 25m.
The closest major airport to Chiang Rai is Mae Fah Luang – Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) (CEI) which is approximately 31km (19 miles) from Chiang Rai. Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) (CNX) and Nan Airport (NNT) (NNT) 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 Ko Phangan to Chiang Rai. We recommend that you take a ferry to Bangrak Pier Koh Samui then fly from Koh Samui (USM) to Chiang Rai (CEI). instead which will take 3h 25m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Ko Phangan to Chiang Rai is to take a ferry and then fly which takes, on average, 3h 25m and will usually cost around THB 2,870 ($79).
Compare travel optionsbetween Ko Phangan and Chiang Rai
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Ferry and Plane + 3 similar | 3h 25m | THB 2,870($79) | twice daily | 1,199km (745 miles) |
| Ferry to Surat Thani Airport, Fly | 5h 45m | THB 3,050($84) | once daily | 1,352km (840 miles) |
| Ferry to Chumphon, Fly | 7h 15m | THB 5,085($140) | once daily | 1,338km (831 miles) |
| Ferry, Bus and Plane | 7h 10m | THB 2,360($65) | 4 times a day | 1,443km (897 miles) |
Ferry, Train and Bus + 1 similar | 22h 60m | THB 2,105($58) | once daily | 1,559km (968 miles) |
| Ferry to Chumphon Train, train and bus | 1 day 4h | THB 1,850($51) | once daily | 1,555km (966 miles) |
Ferry and Bus + 2 similar | 1 day 2h | THB 2,035($56) | once daily | 1,276km (793 miles) |
| Ferry to Sutthisan MRT Veronica Residence, Bus | 1 day 4h | THB 2,470($68) | twice daily | 1,295km (804 miles) |
| Ferry to Bangkok Khao San Road, Bus | 1 day 5h | THB 2,000($55) | once daily | 1,236km (768 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Ko Phangan and Chiang Rai
Ferry operators
Seatran Discovery
Lomprayah
Raja Ferry
Lomlahkkhirin High Speed Ferries
Songserm
Train operators
State Railway of Thailand
Airlines
Bangkok Airways
Thai Smile
Nok Air
Thai Vietjet Air
Thai Lion Mentari
Bus companies
Phantip Travel
Nakhonchai Air
Sombat Tour
Tara Tour and Travel
Greenbus Thailand
Airports near Chiang Rai
The following major airports near Chiang Rai offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Thailand and internationally.
Mae Fah Luang – Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI)
- Distance
- 31km (19 miles) from Chiang Rai
Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
- Distance
- 133km (82 miles) from Chiang Rai
Nan Airport (NNT)
- Distance
- 158km (98 miles) from Chiang Rai