Facts about the bus from Bangkok to Chiang Mai
| Cheapest Bus | €23 |
| Fastest Bus | 10h 15m |
| Earliest Bus | 8:00 AM |
| Latest Bus | 8:30 PM |
| Daily Bus Routes | 7 |
| Distance | 688 kilometers |
| Bus Companies | Budsarakham Tour, Tara Tour and Travel, The Tiger 2022 |
Buses from Bangkok to Chiang Mai
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Bangkok to Chiang Mai Destination Reviews
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Svetozar ZAc in the bus was very strong,it was so cold insade
Bangkok to Chiang Mai, Bus Express, Tara Tour and Travel (ธาราทัวร์แอนด์ทราเวล), Dec 31, 2025
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Valeria MStaff was rude and overwhelmed. They obliged me to sit at a different, less comfortable seat on a different bus. Not worth the price.
Bangkok to Chiang Mai, Bus Express Class 44, Sritawong Tour, Dec 31, 2025
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Cecilie We were sat at the back of the bus, where the seats don’t recline, so we ended up sleeping on the floor, as the seats were not comfortable at all.
Bangkok to Chiang Mai, Bus Express, Tara Tour and Travel (ธาราทัวร์แอนด์ทราเวล), Dec 30, 2025
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Sara HWe had booked a Super VIP bus that was nice, but much more expensive than the regular ticket. The ticket price was 780 baht, and we paid 1,400 baht per ticket. That is a very large price difference. On the way back from Chiang Mai, we were given a significantly worse bus, and when we pointed this out, the bus company referred us back to the booking company. That is poor service.
Bangkok to Chiang Mai, Bus Super VIP Bus, Sritawong Tour, Dec 29, 2025
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Carolyn SOnly one toilet stop at about midnight is not adequate. . Couldn't use toilet bus as too dirty . No food voucher as stated by 12go.asia
Bangkok to Chiang Mai, Bus Express Class 44, Sritawong Tour, Dec 29, 2025
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Saga AThe bus was comfortable except it was super cold in the bus and we were freezing the whole trip.
Bangkok to Chiang Mai, Bus Bus VIP32, Next Step Journey (Next Step Journey), Dec 29, 2025
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Aline CSuch chaos on boarding that it was difficult to be sure to be in the right place... no one checked my ticket before departure and no company name registration on the bus. Fortunately we were several French, and at least checked our common destination 😅 on the bus everything went well, but no communication in English.
Bangkok to Chiang Mai, Bus Express Class 44, Sritawong Tour, Dec 28, 2025
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Vanja PBus was delayed by 75 minutes, no one on the gate to provide information, once it arrived two of the people in charge could not agree who to ket in and whi not to. Complete mess. The seats were not nulbered as on the ticket. Light was always on. There were 5+ stops. Super tight and uncomfortable. The ticket with 12go was 10eur more expensive va buying directly at the counter.
Bangkok to Chiang Mai, Bus Express, Sritawong Tour, Dec 28, 2025
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Wai YIt was great. It’s a really average bus to travel with, not much to say. The toilets should be maintained well in my opinion because they smell a bit strong when the doors are not closed properly. The driving feels safe, seats are normal, bus is comfortable enough.
Bangkok to Chiang Mai, Bus Express, Bangkok Busline (บางกอกบัสไลน์), Dec 27, 2025
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Rene Kdeparture was late
no food voucher
no wifi
old bus
labelled as super vip but service was not that good
Bangkok to Chiang Mai, Bus Super VIP Bus, Sritawong Tour, Dec 27, 2025
Bangkok to Chiang Mai Bus Schedule
| Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
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Bangkok Busline | Intercity | 06:00 | 16:30 | €16.07 | |
Sritawong Tour | Express | 07:00 | 17:55 | €14.64 | |
Transport Co | Standard | 07:25 | 00:46 | €16.07 | |
Sombat Tour | Express 44 | 08:00 | 18:30 | €16.07 | |
Nakhonchai Air | Gold Class | 08:30 | 18:38 | €18.75 | |
Sombat Tour | Express 44 | 09:00 | 19:30 | €18.75 | |
Viriya Tour | Intercity | 09:50 | 20:00 | €16.07 | |
Nakhonchai Air | First Class | 10:15 | 20:26 | €25.00 | |
Sritawong Tour | Express | 12:00 | 22:55 | €14.64 | |
Sombat Tour | Express 44 | 13:00 | 23:30 | €18.75 | |
Bangkok Busline | Intercity | 14:00 | 00:30 | €16.07 | |
Sritawong Tour | Express | 15:00 | 01:55 | €18.75 | |
Bangkok Busline | Intercity | 16:00 | 02:30 | €16.07 | |
Nakhonchai Air | First Class | 17:30 | 03:15 | €25.00 | |
Sritawong Tour | Express | 18:00 | 04:55 | €18.75 | |
Budsarakham Tour | Express | 18:30 | 06:45 | €18.75 | |
Bangkok Busline | Intercity | 18:50 | 05:20 | €16.07 | |
Sombat Tour | VIP 24 | 19:15 | 08:15 | €30.89 | |
Bangkok Busline | Intercity | 19:35 | 06:05 | €16.07 | |
Bangkok Busline | VIP 24 | 19:55 | 05:55 | €25.00 |
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 10h 15m. 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.
Transportation from Bangkok to Chiang Mai
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Trains€ 7.52
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Buses€ 22.99
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Flights€ 41.58
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Taxis€ 202.22
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Vans€ 27.59
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Ferries are not available