Chiang Mai to Motihari Distance & How to Reach

Thailand to Bihar · 1,685 km · Compare travel & driving options

Chiang Mai to Motihari distance: 1685 km (aerial), approximately 1725 km by road. By train: ~26 hrs 32 min. By road: ~22 hrs 11 min.
Chiang Mai
Thailand
Motihari
Bihar
1,685 km
aerial distance (straight line)
1,047 miles · Road distance: ~1,725 km (via road)
🗺 Route map
1,725 km
Road distance
22 hrs 11 min
Drive time
1,685 km
Aerial distance
Route data via OpenStreetMap
How to get from Chiang Mai to Motihari
By Flight
No direct flights
Nearest airport: DBR
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By Car
22 hrs 11 min
1,725 km via highway
Quick facts
Aerial distance
1,685 km (1,047 mi)
Road distance
~1,725 km
Recommended
Train (26 hrs 32 min)
Most affordable
Train
📍 Chiang Mai to Motihari distance overview

The straight-line distance from Chiang Mai to Motihari is approximately 1,685 km (1,047 miles). By road, the distance increases to about 1,725 km due to terrain, highways, and road networks connecting Thailand to Bihar.

1,685 kmAerial distance
~1,725 kmBy road
26 hrs 32 minTrain
✈️ Reaching Motihari by air
No direct airport

Motihari does not have its own commercial airport. The nearest airport is DBR. Fly to the nearest airport and continue by road or rail.

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🚗 By car — Chiang Mai to Motihari
22 hrs 11 min ~1,725 km

The drive from Chiang Mai to Motihari is a long one — approximately 1,725 km taking around 22 hrs 11 min. Plan at least one overnight halt. Fatigue driving on Indian highways is dangerous.

💡 Travel tips for Chiang Mai to Motihari
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Book early
Book trains 2-3 weeks in advance during peak season (Oct-Mar) for better prices and availability.
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Check weather
Avoid monsoon (Jun-Sep) for road trips. Road conditions can deteriorate and flights may face delays.
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Carry valid ID
Aadhaar, Passport, or Voter ID is required for train travel and recommended for bus journeys.
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Plan rest stops
For drives over 22 hrs 11 min, plan overnight halts. Fatigue driving is dangerous on Indian highways.
🔗 Useful travel resources

For official travel information, regulations, and booking services:

DGCA — Indian aviation authority

Passport Seva — Passport and travel documents

Frequently asked questions
What is the distance from Chiang Mai to Motihari?
The aerial (straight-line) distance from Chiang Mai to Motihari is approximately 1,685 km (1,047 miles). The road distance is approximately 1,725 km, which takes about 22 hrs 11 min by car.
What is the best way to travel from Chiang Mai to Motihari?
The most comfortable option is by train, taking approximately 26 hrs 32 min. Motihari doesn't have a major airport — the nearest is DBR.
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