Bangkok to Pai

Bangkok to Pai

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Pai
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Bangkok to Pai Destination Reviews

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The bus itself looked a bit worse for wear, but still very comfortable for an overnight trip.
Bangkok to Pai, Bus Bus + Van, Next Step Journey (Next Step Journey), Oct 29, 2025
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Bangkok to Pai Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Torch
SUV 4pax
Any time
+12h
$345.38
  5.0
Taxi
Kanokwan Travel
Economy 3pax
Any time
+12h
$376.47
Bus
Tara Tour and Travel
Standard
18:30
11:30
$31.37
Bus
Torch
Standard
18:30
11:30
$32.94

Transportation from Bangkok to Pai

Facts about the transport from Bangkok to Pai

Cheapest Transport$28
Fastest Transport12h
Earliest Departure1:45 PM
Latest Departure9:39 PM
Departures per day22
Distance600 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAEC 168 Transport and Travel, Glassflower, Gosafe Transport, Kanokwan Travel, Kim Transfers Thailand, Next Step Journey, Prem Pracha, Sombat Tour, Tara Tour and Travel, Thai Railways, Torch

How to get from Bangkok to Pai

When you want to get from Bangkok to Pai, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Bus
  • Train
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus+van ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 610.20. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus+van as a bus+van ticket costs as low as USD 34.27.

How far is Bangkok from Pai?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Bangkok to Pai. Your trip will be a total of 373 miles (600 km). The flying distance is 373 miles (600 km).

How long does it take to get from Bangkok to Pai?

The travel time from Bangkok to Pai can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 12 to 24 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Bangkok to Pai?

The cost of the trip from Bangkok to Pai varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Next Step Journey: travelling by bus+van expect to pay as low as USD 34.27 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 610.20.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Bangkok to Pai:

  • Bus+Train price: USD 27.20 - USD 32.66. From Bangkok to Pai starting from 13:45 Hua Lamphong until 14:08 Bang Sue Junction
  • Bus+Van price: USD 34.29 - USD 43.29. From Bangkok to Pai starting from 18:00 Khao San Tara Travel until 19:00 Khao San Tara Travel
  • Bus price: USD 39.40. From Bangkok to Pai starting from 21:39 Mochit until 21:39 Mochit

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 364.05 to USD 610.20.

How many trips per day are there between Bangkok and Pai?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • 4 by Bus+Van from Bangkok to Pai starting from 18:00 Khao San Tara Travel until 19:00 Khao San Tara Travel
  • 1 by Bus from Bangkok to Pai starting from 21:39 Mochit until 21:39 Mochit
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Bangkok to Pai any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Bangkok to Pai. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 364.05.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator..

The most popular transport from Bangkok to Pai

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Bangkok to Pai? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 83% chosen Bus
  • 13% chosen Bus+Van
  • 4% decided to catch a taxi.