ChiangMai2012 Posted March 9, 2012 Share Posted March 9, 2012 Next weekend I am planning on driving to Chiang Rai from Chiang Mai. On google maps it seems to be taking me on an unnecessary detour (screenshot attached). Is that necessary? And if so, why? Also, very open to suggestions on places to stop on the way there. Thanks. (First post) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rijb Posted March 9, 2012 Share Posted March 9, 2012 I've taken 118 many times. It's the best route as far as I'm concerned. People like to stop here for pie: Charin Garden Resort Welcome to the forum and welcome to Chiang Rai! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CMSteve Posted March 9, 2012 Share Posted March 9, 2012 Hope this doesn't sound weird, but make sure to check out the "bird zoo" out front. Its actually pretty cool. I've taken 118 many times. It's the best route as far as I'm concerned. People like to stop here for pie: Charin Garden Resort Welcome to the forum and welcome to Chiang Rai! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sysardman Posted March 9, 2012 Share Posted March 9, 2012 The road is cut through the mountains and also serves the major towns between CM and CR so it tends to take quite a few twists and turns, you will see this on your drive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
onthedarkside Posted March 9, 2012 Share Posted March 9, 2012 The first time I drove from CM to CR I really underestimated the time it would take. Lots of twists and turns, quite a low speed road. Allow more time than you estimate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcgriffith Posted March 9, 2012 Share Posted March 9, 2012 I can't explain the dip in the route on the 118 on your screenshot. I went through early Feb with no detour at all- perhaps another member (or Google maps) can explain this diversion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johpa Posted March 9, 2012 Share Posted March 9, 2012 (edited) Your relying on the Internet for directions instead of buying a road map? Edited March 9, 2012 by Johpa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mcgriffith Posted March 9, 2012 Share Posted March 9, 2012 Looking closely at my detailed road map, and the "dip" off the 118 on your Google map screen shot....I would say it is a glitch on Google's part. My best advice is just get on the 118 and go. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
villagefarang Posted March 9, 2012 Share Posted March 9, 2012 That is just a flaw in Google Maps. Just get on the 118 and follow it to the end and turn left toward Chiang Rai. The signage is good so just follow the signs. It is roughly a two hour drive from the edge of CM to the edge of CR. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MESmith Posted March 9, 2012 Share Posted March 9, 2012 Stay on 118. Ignore the google detour around doi saket Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sfokevin Posted March 9, 2012 Share Posted March 9, 2012 Right before Doi Saket top up you gas tank Keep an eye out for songtaws in the oncoming lane ;-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hellodolly Posted March 9, 2012 Share Posted March 9, 2012 I've taken 118 many times. It's the best route as far as I'm concerned. People like to stop here for pie: Charin Garden Resort Welcome to the forum and welcome to Chiang Rai! Is it right on the 118 past the Mae Suai turn off? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobl Posted March 9, 2012 Share Posted March 9, 2012 (edited) Your relying on the Internet for directions instead of buying a road map? You believe a roadmap in Thailand will be more up to date than the internet? That said, yes I think you can ignore that U bend at the Chiang Mai end that takes you off the 118 and back on again...Anyway, fwiw, I've driven two routes more than once (107 & 118). Personally I prefer the 107 but that's only because I have a 50km head start from Mae Taeng. The 118 does have a lot fewer twists and turns than the 107 mind you. It's a comfortable 3 hours from Mae Taeng to Mae Sai on the 107, or 3 hours from Chiang Mai to Mae Sai on the 118. Edit: Oops you wanted to go to CR not Mae Sai... Then yes the 118 is definitely best for you. Ignore the 107 unless you like twisty roads and mountains or fancy a stop off at Chiang Dao caves... Edited March 9, 2012 by bobl Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rijb Posted March 10, 2012 Share Posted March 10, 2012 I've taken 118 many times. It's the best route as far as I'm concerned. People like to stop here for pie: Charin Garden Resort Welcome to the forum and welcome to Chiang Rai! Is it right on the 118 past the Mae Suai turn off? I think it's near KM marker #142. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Semper Posted March 10, 2012 Share Posted March 10, 2012 Stay on 118. Ignore the google detour around doi saket Just follow the Green Bus from Arcade busstation, can't get lost. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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