Kanchanaburi City, Kanchanaburi Province to Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai Province from $311: 8 ways by bus, train, flight or car

The distance between Kanchanaburi and Chiang Mai is approximately 539 km by air, with a road distance of 689 km. Traveling by train, it takes around 14 hours and 29 minutes to reach Chiang Mai from Kanchanaburi. Alternatively, taking a train to Don Muang and then flying to Chiang Mai will take about 5 hours and 55 minutes. If you prefer to drive, it takes approximately 10 hours to reach Kanchanaburi from Chiang Mai by car, while the bus journey from Chiang Mai to Kanchanaburi takes around 12 hours.

The most cost-effective and time-efficient transportation option for traveling from Kanchanaburi to Chiang Mai is by train and fly. This option takes about 5 hours and 55 minutes and costs between $30 and $150. Alternatively, if you are on a budget, you can take a minivan and bus, which takes approximately 13 hours and 44 minutes and costs $17 to $35.

The prices for a train journey from Kanchanaburi to Chiang Mai range from $9 to $73, depending on the class and type of train. Alternatively, taking a bus from Chiang Mai to Kanchanaburi can cost between $17 and $27, depending on the bus company and amenities offered.

To travel from Kanchanaburi to Chiang Mai without using public transportation, you can choose to drive. The distance between the two cities is approximately 689 km, and it takes about 10 hours to drive. Additionally, the prices for renting a car and driving from Kanchanaburi to Chiang Mai vary, ranging from $75 to $120.

The best way to travel from Kanchanaburi to Chiang Mai without a car is by bus. The bus journey takes approximately 12 hours and the tickets cost between $17 and $27.

There is no direct train link between Kanchanaburi and Chiang Mai. However, you can take a train from Kanchanaburi to Chiang Mai with transfers at Taling Chan and Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station, which takes approximately 14h 29m. Alternatively, there is a direct bus service that departs Kanchanaburi and arrives at Chiang Mai Terminal 3, taking approximately 12h.

The flight time from Don Muang Airport in Bangkok to Chiang Mai Airport is typically 1 hour and 10 minutes. The cost of the flight can vary depending on the airline and time of booking, but on average, a one-way ticket can cost around $50 to $100 USD.

There are plenty of accommodation options available near Chiang Mai. With over 1171 hotels to choose from, there is something to suit every budget and preference. Prices for hotels in Chiang Mai start at $27 per night.