What is the best way to travel from Chiang Rai to Phuket?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Phuket from Chiang Rai?
You can reach Phuket with just £46 by taking a Flight from Nok Air, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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GreenBus012:00Chiang RaiBus Terminal 2PhuketBus Terminal 10EconomyA Bus from GreenBus goes from Bus Terminal 2, Chiang Rai (Thailand) at 13/12/2025 12:00:00 to Bus Terminal 1, Phuket (Thailand) arriving at 01/01/0001 00:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £71 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 0m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
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GreenBus012:00Chiang RaiBus Terminal 2PhuketBus Terminal 10EconomyA Bus from GreenBus goes from Bus Terminal 2, Chiang Rai (Thailand) at 14/12/2025 12:00:00 to Bus Terminal 1, Phuket (Thailand) arriving at 01/01/0001 00:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £71 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 0m
Cheapest Buses Sunday
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Nok Air5h 0m013:55Chiang Rai AirportChiang Rai Airport18:55Phuket AirportPhuket Airport0EconomyA Flight from Nok Air goes from Chiang Rai Airport, Chiang Rai Airport (Thailand) at 15/12/2025 13:55:00 to Phuket Airport, Phuket Airport (Thailand) arriving at 15/12/2025 18:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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Nok Air4h 30m019:15Chiang Rai AirportChiang Rai Airport23:45Phuket AirportPhuket Airport0EconomyA Flight from Nok Air goes from Chiang Rai Airport, Chiang Rai Airport (Thailand) at 15/12/2025 19:15:00 to Phuket Airport, Phuket Airport (Thailand) arriving at 15/12/2025 23:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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Thai AirAsia5h 5m013:40Chiang Rai AirportChiang Rai Airport18:45Phuket AirportPhuket Airport0EconomyA Flight from Thai AirAsia goes from Chiang Rai Airport, Chiang Rai Airport (Thailand) at 15/12/2025 13:40:00 to Phuket Airport, Phuket Airport (Thailand) arriving at 15/12/2025 18:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £47 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 5m
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Thai Lion Air10h 40m010:15Chiang Rai AirportChiang Rai Airport20:55Phuket AirportPhuket Airport0EconomyA Flight from Thai Lion Air goes from Chiang Rai Airport, Chiang Rai Airport (Thailand) at 15/12/2025 10:15:00 to Phuket Airport, Phuket Airport (Thailand) arriving at 15/12/2025 20:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £54 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
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Thai Lion Air6h 15m014:40Chiang Rai AirportChiang Rai Airport20:55Phuket AirportPhuket Airport0EconomyA Flight from Thai Lion Air goes from Chiang Rai Airport, Chiang Rai Airport (Thailand) at 15/12/2025 14:40:00 to Phuket Airport, Phuket Airport (Thailand) arriving at 15/12/2025 20:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £57 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
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GreenBus26h 0m013:40Chiang RaiBus Terminal 215:40PhuketBus Terminal 20EconomyA Bus from GreenBus goes from Bus Terminal 2, Chiang Rai (Thailand) at 15/12/2025 13:40:00 to Bus Terminal 2, Phuket (Thailand) arriving at 16/12/2025 15:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £53 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 0m
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GreenBus012:00Chiang RaiBus Terminal 2PhuketBus Terminal 10EconomyA Bus from GreenBus goes from Bus Terminal 2, Chiang Rai (Thailand) at 15/12/2025 12:00:00 to Bus Terminal 1, Phuket (Thailand) arriving at 01/01/0001 00:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £71 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 0m
Cheapest Flights Monday
Cheapest Buses Monday
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GreenBus012:00Chiang RaiBus Terminal 2PhuketBus Terminal 10EconomyA Bus from GreenBus goes from Bus Terminal 2, Chiang Rai (Thailand) at 16/12/2025 12:00:00 to Bus Terminal 1, Phuket (Thailand) arriving at 01/01/0001 00:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £71 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 0m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
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GreenBus012:00Chiang RaiBus Terminal 2PhuketBus Terminal 10EconomyA Bus from GreenBus goes from Bus Terminal 2, Chiang Rai (Thailand) at 18/12/2025 12:00:00 to Bus Terminal 1, Phuket (Thailand) arriving at 01/01/0001 00:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £71 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 0m
Cheapest Buses Thursday
What are the fastest trips from Chiang Rai to Phuket?
You can get to Phuket from Chiang Rai in just 4h 30m with a Flight from Nok Air. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Nok Air4h 30m019:15Chiang Rai AirportChiang Rai Airport23:45Phuket AirportPhuket Airport0EconomyA Flight from Nok Air goes from Chiang Rai Airport, Chiang Rai Airport (Thailand) at 15/12/2025 19:15:00 to Phuket Airport, Phuket Airport (Thailand) arriving at 15/12/2025 23:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 4h 30m
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Nok Air5h 0m013:55Chiang Rai AirportChiang Rai Airport18:55Phuket AirportPhuket Airport0EconomyA Flight from Nok Air goes from Chiang Rai Airport, Chiang Rai Airport (Thailand) at 15/12/2025 13:55:00 to Phuket Airport, Phuket Airport (Thailand) arriving at 15/12/2025 18:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £46 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 0m
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Thai AirAsia5h 5m013:40Chiang Rai AirportChiang Rai Airport18:45Phuket AirportPhuket Airport0EconomyA Flight from Thai AirAsia goes from Chiang Rai Airport, Chiang Rai Airport (Thailand) at 15/12/2025 13:40:00 to Phuket Airport, Phuket Airport (Thailand) arriving at 15/12/2025 18:45:00. 50 Economy ticket for £47 per person are available. Travel duration is 5h 5m
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Thai Lion Air6h 15m014:40Chiang Rai AirportChiang Rai Airport20:55Phuket AirportPhuket Airport0EconomyA Flight from Thai Lion Air goes from Chiang Rai Airport, Chiang Rai Airport (Thailand) at 15/12/2025 14:40:00 to Phuket Airport, Phuket Airport (Thailand) arriving at 15/12/2025 20:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £57 per person are available. Travel duration is 6h 15m
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Thai Lion Air10h 40m010:15Chiang Rai AirportChiang Rai Airport20:55Phuket AirportPhuket Airport0EconomyA Flight from Thai Lion Air goes from Chiang Rai Airport, Chiang Rai Airport (Thailand) at 15/12/2025 10:15:00 to Phuket Airport, Phuket Airport (Thailand) arriving at 15/12/2025 20:55:00. 50 Economy ticket for £54 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 40m
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GreenBus26h 0m013:40Chiang RaiBus Terminal 215:40PhuketBus Terminal 20EconomyA Bus from GreenBus goes from Bus Terminal 2, Chiang Rai (Thailand) at 15/12/2025 13:40:00 to Bus Terminal 2, Phuket (Thailand) arriving at 16/12/2025 15:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £53 per person are available. Travel duration is 26h 0m
Fastest Flights Monday
Fastest Buses Monday
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Bus from Chiang Rai to Phuket
What are the most popular stations in Chiang Rai and Phuket?
In Chiang Rai, you will usually depart from Bus Terminal 2, Central Plaza or Bus Terminal 1, while in Phuket you will be arriving at Bus Terminal 2, Bus Terminal 1 or Central Patong Coach Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Phuket from Chiang Rai? With 2 connections between 1 Bus and Flight operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Chiang Rai and Phuket, you can pay as low as £46 with a Flight from Nok Air.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Flight from Nok Air: you will get to Phuket in just 4h 30m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Chiang Rai and Phuket are GreenBus, Nok Air and Thai Lion Air, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Chiang Rai and Phuket is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Chiang Rai Airport or to Ban Talat Yai, and look at flights from Chiang Rai Airport, and landing at Phuket Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Chiang Rai to Phuket?
The most popular companies between Chiang Rai and Phuket, are GreenBus, Nok Air and Thai Lion Air. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: GreenBus
Airlines: Nok Air, Thai Lion Air and Thai AirAsia
All you need to know when you travel from Chiang Rai to Phuket
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Chiang Rai to Phuket. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Chiang Rai to Phuket
How can I reach Phuket from Chiang Rai?
Every day, there are on average 2 connections between Bus and Flight, with which you can get to Phuket from Chiang Rai.
How far is Phuket from Chiang Rai?
The distance between Chiang Rai and Phuket is 1,346.5 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Chiang Rai and Phuket?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 36 kgs of CO2, a train 47 kgs, a car 229 kgs, and a flight 331 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Chiang Rai to Phuket?
You can get to Phuket with just £46 by taking a Flight from Nok Air.
What is the fastest way to get from Chiang Rai to Phuket?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Phuket in just 4h 30m with a Flight from Nok Air.
More routes to Chiang Rai and to Phuket
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Chiang Rai and to Phuket. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
