Buses from Bangkok to Chiang Mai

Buses from Bangkok to Chiang Mai

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Bangkok to Chiang Mai Bus Schedule

Bangkok to Chiang Mai Bus Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
12Go Transfer VIP Van 9pax Any time$ 311.02
Nok Air Economy #DD14005:20 - 06:25$ 76.52
Thai Airways Economy #TG210207:55 - 09:15$ 117.22
Thai Railway Class II AC 08:30 - 19:30฿ 741
Thai Vietjet Economy #VZ10210:30 - 11:45฿ 1,497
Thai Airways Economy #TG211013:30 - 14:50฿ 3,702
Thai Vietjet Economy #VZ10615:15 - 16:30฿ 2,802
Thai Vietjet Economy #VZ10816:15 - 17:30฿ 1,347
Bangkok Busline Express 18:35 - 04:05฿ 664
Nok Air Economy #DD13821:05 - 22:25฿ 2,759
Thai Railway Class II Fan 22:30 - 12:10฿ 515

Transportation from Bangkok to Chiang Mai

Facts about the bus from Bangkok to Chiang Mai

Cheapest Bus$19
Fastest Bus8h 55m
Earliest Bus6:00 AM
Latest Bus10:35 PM
Daily Bus Routes39
Distance692 kilometers
Bus CompaniesBangkok Busline, Budsarakham Tour, Nakhonchai Air, Sombat Tour, Tara Tour and Travel, Transport Co

Bangkok to Chiang Mai Destination Reviews

TL
Really a good trip! Comfortable bus and the 10 hours didn’t feel like it so worth it.
Bus First Class, Nakhonchai Air (นครชัยแอร์), Mar 17, 2024
HG
cold in bus and bus always stop many station so you can't have a good rest
Bus Express, Sritawong Tour (Sritawong Tour), Mar 16, 2024
AK
We travelled in a comfortable bus and were served a packed lunch, a snack and drinks. Very good value for money
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Bus First Class, Nakhonchai Air (นครชัยแอร์), Mar 15, 2024
AG
The bus ride was really good! We left on time, just about 5 minutes later, but it was okay. The bus was nice, each seat had water, snacks, and a blanket. We even had our own screen to watch movies. Most of the movies were in Thai, but that was fine. The funny part was the toilets, they were tiny! If you're big, it might be a problem. And there was a hole beside the toilet where people passing by could see you! But when you gotta go, you gotta go, haha! We were happy that halfway through, we stopped for dinner, which was included in the ticket. The food was good, and the toilets were clean. You could also buy snacks. The drive was supposed to be 10 hours, but we ended up arriving quite late, around 11 hours and 30 minutes. Overall, it was a good service, and we were glad we tried these buses.
Bus VIP, Bangkok Busline (บางกอกบัสไลน์), Mar 1, 2024
L
AC was not working well and it was very hot and uncomfortable on the 11 hour journey, the bus stopped over 10 times along the way so we had toilet breaks and food stops. The journey seemed to take forever. Driver was very good and it was a fairly comfortable ride, only downfalls was the AC was blowing warm air and the bus was very old and in bad shape.
Bus Express, Sritawong Tour (Sritawong Tour), Feb 26, 2024
RS
There was a lot of sun in the first seat, the curtain didn't cover it well and because of that I spent hours in the sun, and even felt sick with my blood pressure dropping. Otherwise, it was okay. The system for getting food was also not very detailed, I didn't understand it and ended up not getting it. Communication could be improved for tourists.
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Bus Express, Sritawong Tour (Sritawong Tour), Feb 25, 2024
M
Negative because we are still waiting for a response regarding a refund
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Bus Express, Sritawong Tour (Sritawong Tour), Feb 25, 2024
MH
Comfortable seats. Left on time and the journey went quickly.
Bus First Class, Nakhonchai Air (นครชัยแอร์), Feb 22, 2024
AC
There was no food, even if it was a VIP trip, just a bottle of water and biscuits. The bus arrived more than 2 hours earlier, in the middle of the night, and make us going down really quickly. When I went out from the bus my luggage was already thrown in the middle of the street.
Bus VIP 24, Bangkok Busline (บางกอกบัสไลน์), Feb 22, 2024
HJ
The people from the Bangkok travel office took us to the bus terminal and just left us there with zero instructions whatsoever. We were wondering around not sure where to go and tried to get help but no one knew our company. Eventually someone found us and took us to a bus which was meant to be vip but really wasn’t very comfortable at all and the toilet was awful. Not nice to be on for 12 hours
Bus VIP 32, Bangkok Travel Plus, Feb 18, 2024
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How to get from Bangkok to Chiang Mai by Bus

Taking a bus to get from Bangkok to Chiang Mai is a safe, comfortable and less expensive alternative for traveling this route. To popular destinations, bus companies operate multiple trips per day, often round the clock at 30-60 minute intervals. To less traveled destinations, there may be only 1 scheduled trip a day. The most common bus types are non-air-conditioned, air-conditioned, and premium buses.

It is best to reserve your tickets at least a few days ahead of your travel date. Check our list of bus companies available for online booking offering Bangkok to Chiang Mai tickets. When traveling on weekends and holidays it is recommended to reserve tickets much earlier due to higher numbers of travelers, both vacation-makers and urban workers returning home to their provincial home.

How far is it from Bangkok to Chiang Mai?

Traveling by bus, the distance from Bangkok to Chiang Mai depends on the route taken. Most bus companies travel via expressways or tollways. This may not necessarily be the shortest route but it is the fastest one as normally there is less traffic and no traffic lights.

To get to certain island destinations which are not connected to the mainland by a bridge, buses board large car ferries. Passengers are usually asked to get off the bus, but there is no need to take your luggage from the bus. The travel distance from port to port is added to the total distance.

How long does it take to get from Bangkok to Chiang Mai by Bus?

The estimate travel time from Bangkok to Chiang Mai is about 8h 55m. Note that traveling by bus is slower compared to driving your own car or getting a taxi. Depending on the departure time congestion between Bangkok and Chiang Mai may differ greatly There is usually more traffic between morning until afternoon during weekdays than during weekends.

Another important factor that may affect travel time is the type of bus. Premium or VIP buses are usually faster as they use motorways and call to fewer bus stations (if any) en route. Buses normally make short 10-30-minute breaks after a few hours of continuous travel to allow passengers use bathrooms, stock up on munchies and let bus attendants and the driver have rest.

Some premium buses have onboard toilets and the second driver. Nevertheless, usually they still make en route stops for a quick lunch or fuel refill.

How much does it cost to get from Bangkok to Chiang Mai by Bus?

The ticket price from Bangkok to Chiang Mai can vary depending on the type of buses you choose. For a less expensive ticket consider non-air-conditioned or ordinary buses. Premium or luxury buses are more expensive but you can expect more comfort and some additional services like phone charging ports, personal entertainment system screens and toilets.

Bangkok to Chiang Mai timetable

To help you plan your trip, here is the Bangkok to Chiang Mai timetable of bus departure and arrival times.

Best Rated Companies for this Route

Bus companies differ a lot in quality and service they provide. When choosing a bus company for you travels, do some basic research before you buy your tickets.

Safety is one of the most important aspects to consider. We also recommend you checking reviews on overall service quality of the bus companies serving this route.

Our service only partners with reliable and trustworthy bus companies. We do our best to provide your a choice of the best operators available on each route.