Facts about the bus from Bangkok to Chiang Mai
| Cheapest Bus | $23 |
| Fastest Bus | 9h |
| Earliest Bus | 8:30 AM |
| Latest Bus | 10:30 PM |
| Daily Bus Routes | 9 |
| Distance | 992 kilometers |
| Bus Companies | Nakhonchai Air, Next Step Journey, Tara Tour and Travel |
Buses from Bangkok to Chiang Mai
Bangkok to Chiang Mai Destination Reviews
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Satveer PRude staff member, awful toilet, not great all round
Bangkok to Chiang Mai, Bus Super VIP, Sritawong Tour (Sritawong Tour), Jul 30, 2025
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Michael BThe bus attendant was really rude at the beginning of the trip but overall the trip was great.
Bangkok to Chiang Mai, Bus Express, Cherdchai Tour North, Jul 29, 2025
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Isseu SIt was nice. Comfy seats.
Downside we waited for someone that was late so we arrived really past the ETA.
AC was a bit too cold but was overall nice. Would recommend
Bangkok to Chiang Mai, Bus Super VIP, Sritawong Tour (Sritawong Tour), Jul 28, 2025
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Marie HBus very noisy with people speaking loud most of the time. Only one real stop. No electrical socket. Wake up by the hostess who strictly tear off my blanket while I was sleeping. Very poor experience, I would not do It again !
Bangkok to Chiang Mai, Bus Super VIP Bus, Sritawong Tour (Sritawong Tour), Jul 28, 2025
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Jair ABus not in great condition. Aircon too strong and the lid to block the air above my seat was broken. No way to stop the airflow.
A couple of seats were broken as well
Bangkok to Chiang Mai, Bus Super VIP, Sritawong Tour (Sritawong Tour), Jul 27, 2025
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Eleonora Excellent!! A lot of space and super comfy!
They give us water and snack, and blanket
Really reccomended
Bangkok to Chiang Mai, Bus Super VIP Bus, Sritawong Tour (Sritawong Tour), Jul 27, 2025
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Dennis KGood bus and good trip
Bangkok to Chiang Mai, Bus VIP 20, Sombat Tour (สมบัติ ทัวร์), Jul 27, 2025
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Gabriella SA lot better than I expected, got the Super VIP and there was plenty of leg room, the seats reclined à decent amount and we got a snack, a juice box and a water bottle to start the journey. Stopped a couple hours in for some really yummy food. The toilet was very cramped but it’s a toilet on a bus so it doesn’t get much better. The journey is very bumpy and cold with the AC so don’t expect to sleep much. Overall pleasant journey
Bangkok to Chiang Mai, Bus Super VIP Bus, Sritawong Tour (Sritawong Tour), Jul 26, 2025
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Miene VGreat night bus, very comfortable and food included.
Bangkok to Chiang Mai, Bus VIP 20, Sombat Tour (สมบัติ ทัวร์), Jul 26, 2025
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Aung MIt was great. We arrived to the destination on time. 👍-,-
Bangkok to Chiang Mai, Bus Express, Cherdchai Tour North, Jul 22, 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 | $18.17 | |
Sritawong Tour | Express | 07:00 | 17:55 | $16.55 | |
Transport Co | Standard | 07:25 | 00:46 | $18.17 | |
Sombat Tour | Express 44 | 08:00 | 18:30 | $18.17 | |
Sritawong Tour | Super VIP | 08:30 | 18:55 | $23.68 | |
Sombat Tour | Express 44 | 09:00 | 19:30 | $21.20 | |
Viriya Tour | Intercity | 09:50 | 20:00 | $18.17 | |
Viriya Tour | Intercity | 10:10 | 20:20 | $18.17 | |
Sritawong Tour | Express | 12:00 | 22:55 | $16.55 | |
Sombat Tour | Express 44 | 13:00 | 23:30 | $21.20 | |
Bangkok Busline | Intercity | 14:00 | 00:30 | $18.17 | |
Bangkok Busline | Intercity | 16:00 | 02:30 | $18.17 | |
Sombat Tour | Express 44 | 18:00 | 04:30 | $21.20 | |
Budsarakham Tour | Express | 18:30 | 06:45 | $21.20 | |
Bangkok Busline | Intercity | 18:50 | 05:20 | $18.17 | |
Sombat Tour | VIP 24 | 19:15 | 08:15 | $34.94 | |
Bangkok Busline | Intercity | 19:35 | 06:05 | $18.17 | |
Bangkok Busline | VIP 24 | 19:55 | 05:55 | $28.27 | |
Budsarakham Tour | Express | 20:15 | 08:30 | $21.20 | |
Nakhonchai Air | Gold Class | 20:31 | 06:21 | $21.20 |
Transportation from Bangkok to Chiang Mai
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Trains$ 8.57
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Buses$ 22.73
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Flights$ 55.69
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Taxis$ 231.89
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Vans$ 25.70
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Ferries are not available
Popular Routes
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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 9h. 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.
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