Getting to Lampang, Thailand

Getting There and Away

Written by Graham Smith, Hannah McKinsey, Lorraine Aust, Somchai Boonmee

12/08/2025

Aerial photograph of a large Buddha statue at Wat Prathat Doi Prachan, surrounded by lush greenery in Lampang, Thailand.

OK Pitiporn, Pexels

Lampang is served by its own airport, Lampang Airport (LPT), a main railway station, Nakhon Lampang Railway Station, and a central bus terminal, Lampang Bus Station.

By Air (from Bangkok):

Direct flights are available from both Suvarnabhumi (BKK) and Don Mueang (DMK) airports in Bangkok to Lampang Airport (LPT). Airlines such as Thai AirAsia, Thai Lion Air, Nok Air, and Bangkok Airways operate on this route. The flight duration is approximately 1 hour 5 minutes to 1 hour 35 minutes. Indicative one-way costs range from approximately ฿1,100 to ฿3,800, or $25 to $59.

By Train (from Bangkok):

Trains depart from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal in Bangkok to Nakhon Lampang Railway Station. The journey typically takes between 8 to 12 hours. Train ticket prices can range from approximately $4.04 to $54.99.

By Bus (from Bangkok):

Buses operate from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal to Lampang Bus Station. The travel time is generally between 8 hours 30 minutes and 10 hours. Fares typically range from approximately ฿500 to ฿1,000, or €14 to €29. Some VIP bus services may include complimentary meals.

By Bus (from Chiang Mai):

Frequent bus services connect Chiang Mai (from its main bus terminals) to Lampang Bus Station. This shorter journey takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes to 3 hours. Ticket prices are around ฿95 to ฿190, or $2.80 to $4.00.

By Train (from Chiang Mai):

Trains run daily from Chiang Mai to Nakhon Lampang. The trip typically lasts about 2 hours 24 minutes to 2.5 hours. Costs range from approximately ฿60 to ฿1,000.

Car Rental:

Car rental services are available at Lampang Airport, offering flexibility for exploring Lampang and the surrounding areas. Companies like Drive Car Rental operate near the airport.

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