Chiang Rai car hire

The average price of fuel in Chiang Rai is R94,51 per litre over the past 30 days. Filling up a tank of fuel costs between R1 134 and R1 512, depending on the car size.

Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar) is the most frequently booked car hire type in Chiang Rai.

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An Economy car hire in Chiang Rai costs R482 per day, on average.

A Compact car hire in Chiang Rai costs R411 per day, on average.

An Intermediate car hire in Chiang Rai costs R805 per day, on average.

You will find that Chiang Rai is a very busy city with lots going on, so it’s better to have a small car which will help you navigate turns and park more easily. For example, a Mitsubishi Mirage is one such compact vehicle that is recommended. If you’re planning on heading out to the mountains, then you should go for something a bit more robust, such as a Toyota Fortuner; this is better suited for uneven surfaces and steep terrain. All the cars should provide you with air conditioning too, which is very helpful when it comes to battling the heat and humidity in the country.

You must stay within the speed limits when driving in your car hire in Chiang Rai. For instance, on motorways, the maximum speed you can travel is 120 km/h, whilst on rural roads, you cannot go faster than 90 km/h. When in Chiang Rai or other urban areas, the speed limit is 50 km/h. If you don’t abide by the limits, you may be prosecuted by local authorities, which can include a fine.

It’s not easy to find parking in Chiang Rai, with most car parks coming at a cost. One car park which is conveniently located and low in cost is the open-air car park in the Mueang Chiang Rai District. This costs about ฿ 20 (around A$ 0.80) per hour and is a roughly 10-minute walk from popular tourist attractions like Chiang Rai Clock Tower. Alternatively, you can find on-street parking, which is sporadic across the city and costs about ฿ 10 (around A$ 0.40) per hour.