Nearest airport
Chiang Rai International Airport | 70 km | 1.5 hours by road
Northern Thailand, Thailand
Quick answer
From Chiang Rai city, take Highway 101 north toward Chiang Khong for approximately 65 km, which takes about 1.5 to 2 hours. Regular songthaews and minivans connect Chiang Rai to Chiang Saen throughout the day.
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Chiang Rai International Airport | 70 km | 1.5 hours by road
Chiang Rai Railway Station | 65 km | 1.5 hours by road
Chiang Rai Bus Terminal | 65 km | 1.5 hours by minivan
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From Chiang Rai city, take Highway 101 north toward Chiang Khong for approximately 65 km, which takes about 1.5 to 2 hours. Regular songthaews and minivans connect Chiang Rai to Chiang Saen throughout the day.
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