Book train tickets “Bangkok (Krung Thep Aphiwat) → Chiang Mai” — easy booking, sleeper cars, arrive in the morning ready to explore
Travel from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Chiang Mai Railway Station on the popular Northern Line — with the CNR Special Express, Express and Rapid trains. Choose from fan seats, A/C seats, sleepers and private-cabin sleepers. Book your train tickets online easily and travel safely by rail.
Route Overview
- Origin: Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal
- Destination: Chiang Mai Railway Station
- Distance: approximately 751 km
- Travel time: fastest about 10 h 25 min (daytime trains) / overnight about 12–14 h
Timetable
| Train No. / Service Type | Departure (Krung Thep Aphiwat) | Arrival (Chiang Mai) | Booking |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 — Special Express Diesel Railcar (daytime) | 09:05 | 19:30 | Book Now |
| 109 — Rapid (daytime) | 14:15 | 04:05 | Book Now |
| 9 — Special Express CNR (sleeper) | 18:40 | 07:15 (next morning) | Book Now |
| 13 — Special Express (sleeper) | 20:05 | 08:40 (next morning) | Book Now |
| 51 — Express (sleeper) | 22:30 | 12:10 (next morning) | Book Now |
Note: Schedules may change; please check the latest times from the State Railway of Thailand before booking.
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Fares for general passengers (starting prices)
- 3rd Class fan seat: 230 – 320 THB (best value)
- 2nd Class fan seat: 338 – 428 THB
- 2nd Class A/C seat: 558 – 700 THB
- 2nd Class A/C sleeper (upper/lower berth): 728 – 1,100 THB
- 1st Class A/C sleeper (upper/lower berth): 1,400 – 1,700 THB
- 1st Class A/C sleeper (private cabin): 2,446 THB
Train travel tip: Lower berths are usually wider and slightly more expensive; book ahead in high season to get the berth you want
Route Highlights
- Beautiful scenery throughout: Passing Ayutthaya–Lopburi–Nakhon Sawan–Phitsanulok–Uttaradit–Lampang–Lamphun, with mountains, curved bridges and morning mist in the North
- Khun Tan Tunnel: Thailand’s longest railway tunnel, a highlight before reaching Lamphun–Chiang Mai
- Sleep overnight and arrive in the morning: Take train 9 or 13 and wake up ready for Wat Phra That Doi Suthep or a stroll along Nimman Road
- Easy with luggage: Easy to board and alight, with no strict weight limits like flights — ideal for longer trips
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Book train tickets Bangkok (Krung Thep Aphiwat) → Chiang Mai
