Phayao → Chiang Rai by bus
The bus from Phayao to Chiang Rai takes about 2 hours and costs ฿776. There is one departure bookable through Busaba, at 05:10, leaving from Phayao University 2 (Forest Pavilion).
- Fares today: ฿776 (Prices checked 2026-10-02)
Fares and times from the reservation systems of Kasemthara Tour. Checked 02 Oct 2026 02:21 (ICT).
FromPhayao
ToChiang Rai
Timetable · 2026-10-02
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Operator | Class | Fare from |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05:10 | 07:10 | 2h | Kasemthara TourPhayao University 2 (Forest Pavilion) · snack included | VIP 32 | ฿776Choose seat |
93 km apart in a straight line, averaging 47 km/h over 2h
1departures
1operators
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Operators on this route
- Kasemthara Tour
1 departures/day · Class: VIP 32 · from ฿776
Terminals
- Phayao Phayao University 2 (Forest Pavilion)
- Chiang Rai Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 2
Frequently asked
- About 2 hours on the one scheduled service.
- ฿776 — the fare we have for 2026-10-02.
- There is one departure, at 05:10.
- 1 licensed operators sell this route through Busaba: Kasemthara Tour.
- Not on the current timetable — the only departure is at 05:10.
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- Return trip: Chiang Rai to Phayao bus
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Read from the live Busaba booking system on 02 Oct 2026 02:21 (ICT), for departures on 2026-10-02.