THE SHORT VERSION
Chiang Rai to Chiang Khong at a glance.
- From
- Chiang Rai เชียงราย
- To
- Chiang Khong เชียงของ
- Road distance
- About 105 km
- Straight line
- 71 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~1 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Chiang Khong to Chiang Rai →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Chiang Rai
Chiang Rai is northern Thailand's second city and a gateway to the Golden Triangle and Laos. It has two bus terminals: one in the centre for regional buses and one south of town for long-distance services.
- Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1
In the town centre. Regional buses to Mae Sai, Chiang Saen and Chiang Khong. - Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 2
About 5 km south of the centre. Long-distance buses to Bangkok, Chiang Mai and beyond.
Arriving in Chiang Khong
Ask the seller where the service ends in Chiang Khong. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
KEEP GOING
From Chiang Khong, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Chiang Khong
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Chiang Rai from Chiang Khong by road?+
About 105 km by road (71 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Chiang Rai to Chiang Khong take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 1 h 15 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Chiang Rai?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Chiang Rai include Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1, Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 2, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Chiang Khong to Chiang Rai?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Chiang Khong to Chiang Rai guide.
Where does the bus from Chiang Rai arrive in Chiang Khong?+
It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.
What kind of vehicle runs from Chiang Rai to Chiang Khong?+
12Go lists minivan (shared van) services on this route rather than full-size buses. Vans are usually quicker but have less luggage space, so check the luggage allowance for your departure before you book.
Can I book the Chiang Rai to Chiang Khong bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Chiang Khong by bus?+
Direct buses from Chiang Khong include Chiang Mai, Luang Prabang, Bangkok. See all connections on our Chiang Khong bus page.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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