Facts about the bus from Chiang Mai to Sukhothai
| Cheapest Bus | €12 |
| Fastest Bus | 5h |
| Earliest Bus | 7:45 AM |
| Latest Bus | 7:00 PM |
| Daily Bus Routes | 17 |
| Distance | 150 kilometers |
| Bus Companies | Esarn Tour, Sukhothai Thani, Sukhothai Wintour, Tour with Thai |
Buses from Chiang Mai to Sukhothai
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Chiang Mai to Sukhothai Destination Reviews
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Joab GGood value for money. Not a VIP bus so don't expect reclinable seats or lots of leg space. Bus felt clean and the driver was on time and made a good ride. We had a 20Bath coupon for food at the middle of the trip. Good experience overall :)
Chiang Mai to Sukhothai, Bus Express, Sukhothai Wintour, Feb 27, 2026
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Pedro NOn time, comfortable, stop for lunch... As good as one can expect.
Chiang Mai to Sukhothai, Bus Express, Sukhothai Wintour, Feb 25, 2026
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John FWent as planned with enough toilet/food stops. Very comfortable.
Chiang Mai to Sukhothai, Bus Express, Sukhothai Wintour, Feb 23, 2026
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Peter PThe Bus was very load.
Chiang Mai to Sukhothai, Bus Standard, Tour with Thai (ที ดับบลิว ที ทัวร์วิทไทย), Feb 23, 2026
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Joseph MComfortable and received snacks and a light lunch.
Chiang Mai to Sukhothai, Bus Express, Sukhothai Wintour, Feb 23, 2026
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Nicole SGreat! Pretty comfy, with enough toilet breaks. They give you a snack and water bottle, and there is a break for lunch where you get 20baht discount on your meal.
Chiang Mai to Sukhothai, Bus Express, Sukhothai Wintour, Feb 7, 2026
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Rhonda The bus ride was pleasant heading through the countryside and beautiful landscapes of Thailand. Our driver drove safely and the ‘copilot’ was patient and helpful. Water was given to everyone with a snack. We arrived safely, on time, and the bus had excellent air conditioning. What more could you ask for?!
Chiang Mai to Sukhothai, Bus Standard, Tour with Thai (ที ดับบลิว ที ทัวร์วิทไทย), Feb 6, 2026
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Christopher EBus was not sdeluxe- surly driver - took six hours not five- was not express- poor value for money
Chiang Mai to Sukhothai, Bus Standard, Tour with Thai (ที ดับบลิว ที ทัวร์วิทไทย), Feb 3, 2026
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Aaron Older bus but everything worked just fine
Chiang Mai to Sukhothai, Bus Standard, Tour with Thai (ที ดับบลิว ที ทัวร์วิทไทย), Jan 31, 2026
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Kimberley GIt was a perfectly acceptable and economical way to get to Sukhothai.
Chiang Mai to Sukhothai, Bus Express, Sukhothai Wintour, Jan 28, 2026
Chiang Mai to Sukhothai Bus Schedule
| Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
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Tour with Thai | First Class | 00:00 | 06:00 | €19.55 | |
Tour with Thai | Express 40 | 07:30 | 12:30 | €13.58 | |
Esarn Tour | Intercity | 08:00 | 13:00 | €8.80 | |
Sukhothai Thani | Intercity | 08:45 | 14:25 | €10.08 | |
Tour with Thai | Express 40 | 09:30 | 14:30 | €13.58 | |
Tour with Thai | First Class | 10:00 | 16:00 | €19.55 | |
Sukhothai Thani | Intercity | 11:00 | 16:30 | €8.26 | |
Tour with Thai | First Class | 11:50 | 17:50 | €19.55 | |
Sukhothai Thani | Intercity | 12:50 | 18:30 | €10.08 | |
Tour with Thai | First Class | 14:00 | 20:00 | €19.55 | |
Sukhothai Thani | Intercity | 15:00 | 20:40 | €10.08 | |
Sukhothai Thani | Intercity | 16:30 | 22:10 | €10.08 | |
Tour with Thai | Express 40 | 19:00 | 00:00 | €13.58 |
How to get from Chiang Mai to Sukhothai by Bus
Taking a bus to get from Chiang Mai to Sukhothai 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 Chiang Mai to Sukhothai 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 Chiang Mai to Sukhothai?
Traveling by bus, the distance from Chiang Mai to Sukhothai 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 Chiang Mai to Sukhothai by Bus?
The estimate travel time from Chiang Mai to Sukhothai is about 5h. Note that traveling by bus is slower compared to driving your own car or getting a taxi. Depending on the departure time congestion between Chiang Mai and Sukhothai 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 Chiang Mai to Sukhothai by Bus?
The ticket price from Chiang Mai to Sukhothai 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.
Chiang Mai to Sukhothai timetable
To help you plan your trip, here is the Chiang Mai to Sukhothai 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 Chiang Mai to Sukhothai
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Buses€ 11.03
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Flights€ 217.47
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Taxis€ 93.69
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Vans€ 21.86
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Trains are not available
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Ferries are not available