THE SHORT VERSION
Chiang Rai to Lampang at a glance.
- From
- Chiang Rai เชียงราย
- To
- Lampang ลำปาง
- Road distance
- About 228 km
- Straight line
- 184 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~2 h 45 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Lampang 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 Lampang
Use a songthaew or tuk-tuk into town.
- Lampang bus terminal
Outside the centre. Long-distance and regional services.
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.
- Many Bangkok–Chiang Mai buses stop here. Check whether yours does.
KEEP GOING
From Lampang, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Lampang
More buses from Chiang Rai
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Chiang Rai from Lampang by road?+
About 228 km by road (184 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Chiang Rai to Lampang take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 2 h 45 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 Lampang to Chiang Rai?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Lampang to Chiang Rai guide.
Where does the bus from Chiang Rai arrive in Lampang?+
It depends on the operator. In Lampang, services use Lampang bus terminal. Use a songthaew or tuk-tuk into town.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Lampang?+
Use a songthaew or tuk-tuk into town.
What kind of bus runs from Chiang Rai to Lampang?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Chiang Rai to Lampang 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 Lampang by bus?+
Direct buses from Lampang include Chiang Mai, Sukhothai, Phitsanulok, Khon Kaen, Don Mueang Airport (DMK) and more. See all connections on our Lampang bus page.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 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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