20h 50mFastest
Ubon Ratchathani to Chiang Mai by train
There is no direct train. You change trains once in Ayutthaya</strong> or <strong>Rangsit</strong> or <strong>Phachi</strong> or <strong>Bangkok and book each train as its own ticket. We found 12 good connections.
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| 1st train | Change at | 2nd train | Total time | Fare from | With berths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SP22 14:50 | Ayutthaya wait 2h 14m |
EX51 23:36 | 20h 50m | at booking | – |
| SP22 14:50 | Rangsit wait 1h 07m |
EX51 22:58 | 20h 50m | at booking | – |
| RP140 20:30 | Ayutthaya wait 2h 45m |
SP7 08:21 | 21h 20m | at booking | – |
| RP140 20:30 | Rangsit wait 1h 30m |
SP7 07:53 | 21h 20m | at booking | – |
| EX72 06:10 | Ayutthaya wait 1h 21m |
RP109 15:18 | 21h 50m | at booking | – |
| EX72 06:10 | Phachi wait 1h 56m |
RP109 15:38 | 21h 50m | at booking | – |
| SP24 19:15 | Bangkok wait 2h 40m |
SP7 07:30 | 22h 35m | 1,537 THB | 1,537 THB |
| RP136 07:30 | Rangsit wait 1h 33m |
SP9 19:06 | 23h 45m | at booking | – |
| RP136 07:30 | Ayutthaya wait 2h 48m |
SP9 19:43 | 23h 45m | at booking | – |
| EX72 06:10 | Bangkok wait 3h 45m |
SP9 18:40 | 25h 05m | 1,283 THB | 1,283 THB |
| RP136 07:30 | Bangkok wait 2h 05m |
SP13 20:05 | 25h 15m | 515 THB | 1,043 THB |
| RP136 07:30 | Ayutthaya wait 4h 12m |
SP13 21:07 | 25h 15m | at booking | – |
Fares are per adult for the cheapest class we know on each train. "With berths" uses a sleeper berth on the overnight train(s). Live fares show when you book.
20h 50mShort change: trains can be late
21h 20m
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Book RP140Day 1 20:30 Ubon Ratchathani → Day 2 05:36 AyutthayaRP140 · Rapid · 9h 06m · 🌙 overnight
- ⏱ Change in Ayutthaya: wait 2h 45m at Ayutthaya
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Book SP7Day 2 08:21 Ayutthaya → Day 2 17:50 Chiang MaiSP7 · Special Express · 9h 29m
21h 20mShort change: trains can be late
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Book RP140Day 1 20:30 Ubon Ratchathani → Day 2 06:23 RangsitRP140 · Rapid · 9h 53m · 🌙 overnight
- ⏱ Change in Rangsit: wait 1h 30m at Rangsit
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Book SP7Day 2 07:53 Rangsit → Day 2 17:50 Chiang MaiSP7 · Special Express · 9h 57m
21h 50mShort change: trains can be late
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Book EX72Day 1 06:10 Ubon Ratchathani → Day 1 13:57 AyutthayaEX72 · Express · 7h 47m
- ⏱ Change in Ayutthaya: wait 1h 21m at Ayutthaya
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Book RP109Day 1 15:18 Ayutthaya → Day 2 04:00 Chiang MaiRP109 · Rapid · 12h 42m · 🌙 overnight
21h 50mShort change: trains can be late
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Book EX72Day 1 06:10 Ubon Ratchathani → Day 1 13:42 PhachiEX72 · Express · 7h 32m
- ⏱ Change in Phachi: wait 1h 56m at Phachi
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Book RP109Day 1 15:38 Phachi → Day 2 04:00 Chiang MaiRP109 · Rapid · 12h 22m · 🌙 overnight
22h 35mfrom 1,537 THBSleep on the train
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Book SP24Day 1 19:15 Ubon Ratchathani → Day 2 04:50 Bangkok (Krung Thep Aphiwat)SP24 · Special Express · 9h 35m · 🌙 overnight · from 979 THB · berth 979 THB
- ⏱ Change in Bangkok: wait 2h 40m at Bangkok (Krung Thep Aphiwat)
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Book SP7Day 2 07:30 Bangkok (Krung Thep Aphiwat) → Day 2 17:50 Chiang MaiSP7 · Special Express · 10h 20m · from 558 THB
23h 45mShort change: trains can be late
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Book RP136Day 1 07:30 Ubon Ratchathani → Day 1 17:33 RangsitRP136 · Rapid · 10h 03m
- ⏱ Change in Rangsit: wait 1h 33m at Rangsit
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Book SP9Day 1 19:06 Rangsit → Day 2 07:15 Chiang MaiSP9 · Special Express · 12h 09m · 🌙 overnight
23h 45m
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Book RP136Day 1 07:30 Ubon Ratchathani → Day 1 16:55 AyutthayaRP136 · Rapid · 9h 25m
- ⏱ Change in Ayutthaya: wait 2h 48m at Ayutthaya
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Book SP9Day 1 19:43 Ayutthaya → Day 2 07:15 Chiang MaiSP9 · Special Express · 11h 32m · 🌙 overnight
25h 05mfrom 1,283 THB
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Book EX72Day 1 06:10 Ubon Ratchathani → Day 1 14:55 Bangkok (Krung Thep Aphiwat)EX72 · Express · 8h 45m · from 245 THB
- ⏱ Change in Bangkok: wait 3h 45m at Bangkok (Krung Thep Aphiwat)
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Book SP9Day 1 18:40 Bangkok (Krung Thep Aphiwat) → Day 2 07:15 Chiang MaiSP9 · Special Express · 12h 35m · 🌙 overnight · from 1,038 THB · berth 1,038 THB
25h 15mfrom 515 THBCheapest
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Book RP136Day 1 07:30 Ubon Ratchathani → Day 1 18:00 Bangkok (Krung Thep Aphiwat)RP136 · Rapid · 10h 30m · from 205 THB
- ⏱ Change in Bangkok: wait 2h 05m at Bangkok (Krung Thep Aphiwat)
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Book SP13Day 1 20:05 Bangkok (Krung Thep Aphiwat) → Day 2 08:45 Chiang MaiSP13 · Special Express · 12h 40m · 🌙 overnight · from 310 THB · berth 838 THB
25h 15m
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Book RP136Day 1 07:30 Ubon Ratchathani → Day 1 16:55 AyutthayaRP136 · Rapid · 9h 25m
- ⏱ Change in Ayutthaya: wait 4h 12m at Ayutthaya
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Book SP13Day 1 21:07 Ayutthaya → Day 2 08:45 Chiang MaiSP13 · Special Express · 11h 38m · 🌙 overnight
Good to know
- Each train is a separate ticket. Book the first train, then the second train for the day it leaves.
- Leave at least 2–3 hours to change trains. Long-distance trains, especially from the south, often run late, and a missed connection is not refunded.
- Most long-distance trains in Bangkok use Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal, so you usually change in the same building.
- Times and fares come from our timetable and can change. The booking page shows the live times, seats and fares.
See also: night trains · return: Chiang Mai to Ubon Ratchathani · all connections
FAQ
Is there a direct train from Ubon Ratchathani to Chiang Mai?
No. You change trains once, in Ayutthaya or Rangsit or Phachi or Bangkok, and book each train as a separate ticket.
What is the fastest way from Ubon Ratchathani to Chiang Mai by train?
Take SP22 at 14:50, change in Ayutthaya and continue on EX51. The whole trip takes about 20h 50m, including 2h 14m to change trains.
What is the cheapest train from Ubon Ratchathani to Chiang Mai?
From about 515 THB per adult in total, on RP136 and SP13 in the cheapest available class.
How much time should I leave to change trains?
At least one hour at the same station. Long-distance trains, especially from the south, are often late, so a wait of 2–3 hours is safer. If you change between Hua Lamphong and Krung Thep Aphiwat in Bangkok, allow extra time to cross the city.