Chiang Mai to Mae Sai

Chiang Mai to Mae Sai

Chiang Mai
Mae Sai
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Chiang Mai to Mae Sai Destination Reviews

JR
Night we love service
Chiang Mai to Mae Sai, Bus Express Combo, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Jan 24, 2026
FD
When I reserve a ticket to Chiang Rai , the ticket go to Mae Son and I pay for Maé Son . It's not normal.
Chiang Mai to Mae Sai, Bus Express Combo, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Jan 17, 2026
EN
There are two stops in Chiang Rai. There were no announcements made at either one. It was a bit confusing as there arenactually three bus stations and my GPS indicated wasn’t at my stop. It was a bit confusing and someone could miss their stop and go onto Mae Sai by mistake.
Chiang Mai to Mae Sai, Bus Express Combo, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Jan 10, 2026
NC
need to improve on cleanliness
Chiang Mai to Mae Sai, Bus VIP combo, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Dec 13, 2025
HF
good but no wifi neither charging ports on bus. but staff very kind, they give us tasty cookies and water.
Chiang Mai to Mae Sai, Bus VIP combo, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Nov 17, 2025
YH
Old bus , use over time aout one hour.
Chiang Mai to Mae Sai, Bus Express Combo, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Nov 9, 2025
SS
Punctual, nice and calm ride. Would be good, if all Stops would be schuduled
Chiang Mai to Mae Sai, Bus Express Combo, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Nov 8, 2025
MP
They should tell What is the stop to know where we are. We were worried to Pass CHIANG RAI terminal 1 stop. No clim at the bus station.
Chiang Mai to Mae Sai, Bus Express Combo, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Nov 7, 2025
HT
Good and comfortable
Chiang Mai to Mae Sai, Bus VIP combo, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Sep 1, 2025
RM
Brilliant service from start to finish
Chiang Mai to Mae Sai, Bus Express Combo, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Feb 12, 2025
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Chiang Mai to Mae Sai Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Freedom Tour Taxi Service
Comfort 3pax
Any time
+3h 50m
€88.65
Taxi
Torch
Economy 3pax
Any time
+3h 25m
€89.99
Bus
GreenBus
Express Combo
08:00
13:10
€9.51
  4.5
Bus
GreenBus
VIP combo
08:00
13:10
€14.48
  4.4
Bus
GreenBus
Express Combo
12:30
17:40
€9.51
  4.5
Bus
GreenBus
VIP combo
12:30
17:40
€14.48
  4.4
Bus
GreenBus
Express Combo
15:00
20:10
€9.51
  4.5
Bus
GreenBus
VIP combo
15:00
20:10
€14.48
  4.4

How to get from Chiang Mai to Mae Sai

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

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • 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 Flight 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 EUR 271.86. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as EUR 11.52.

How far is Chiang Mai from Mae Sai?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Chiang Mai to Mae Sai. Your trip will be a total of 107 miles (171 km). The flying distance is 107 miles (171 km).

How long does it take to get from Chiang Mai to Mae Sai?

The travel time from Chiang Mai to Mae Sai can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 4 to 17 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Chiang Mai to Mae Sai?

The cost of the trip from Chiang Mai to Mae Sai varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)): travelling by bus expect to pay as low as EUR 11.52 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 EUR 271.86.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Chiang Mai to Mae Sai:

  • Bus tickets - EUR 11.52 to EUR 16.49;
  • flight price: EUR 352.66. From Chiang Mai to Mae Sai starting from 14:50 Chiang Mai Airport until 14:50 Chiang Mai Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from EUR 99.13 to EUR 271.86.

How many trips per day are there between Chiang Mai and Mae Sai?

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 08:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 15:00. There are 7 available bus trips every day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Chiang Mai to Mae Sai any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Chiang Mai to Mae Sai is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Chiang Mai to Mae Sai. 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 EUR 99.13.

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 Chiang Mai to Mae Sai

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Chiang Mai to Mae Sai? 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:

  • 86% decided to go for a bus.
  • 14% decided to catch a taxi.

Transportation from Chiang Mai to Mae Sai

Facts about the transport from Chiang Mai to Mae Sai

Cheapest Transport€12
Fastest Transport3h 25m
Earliest Departure8:00 ص
Latest Departure3:00 م
Departures per day42
Distance171 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBangkokTaxi24, Easyride Services, Freedom Tour Taxi Service, Go2Trip, Gosafe Transport, GreenBus, Kim Transfers Thailand, Myanmar Airways Intl, Smart En Plus, T Buddy Service Chiang Mai, Thailand Travel Taxi, Than Car Service, Torch