Aya Service
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About Aya Service
While some travellers feel skeptical about vans, a good choice of destinations and competitive prices make vans one of the most popular means of transport for others. Vans are always more flexible than big buses. If there is a sudden request for rides to some new destinations, van operators are always the first to offer their service. Indeed, it is easier to launch a new route if you operate a vehicle of 10-15 pax capacity, isn’t it?
Aya Service operates van service and offers tickets with easy online booking. Check them if you are looking for options to travel by van.
What are the Main Stations of Aya Service?
Aya Service’s vans run to and from the following terminals:
- AYA Service Chiang Mai
- AYA Service Pai
- Chiang Mai Town Transfer
- Mae Hong Son
- Pai Hotel Transfer
- Rakthai Village
- Pai Hotel Transfer
- Chiang Mai Town Transfer
- Chiang Rai Hotel Transfer
- Nam Lod Cave
- Pang Mapha
- Wat Pa Tum Wua
What are the Most Popular Routes of Aya Service?
The most popular trip destinations of Aya Service’s timetable are:
What are the Vans Classes & Prices of Aya Service?
As a rule, it is not possible to choose a ticket class when travelling by van. Yet you can check with the operator and/or choose the type of van which serves your route. Some vans seat only 9-10 passengers, others accommodate up to 15 travellers. The former case means you may have more legroom, wider seats and a more comfortable ride, the latter – be ready for a limited space for your legs, elbows and your luggage. Read reviews on Aya Service van service to be sure they meet your expectations.
Pros & Cons of Van Travel
Pros of Van Travel
- Vans often reach the destinations where neither buses nor trains travel. These include secondary towns and smaller villages
- In most cases vans are the fastest way to get to your destination if travelling to relatively short distances overland simply because they are smaller than buses and more maneuverable
- Vans can let you get off at a more convenient point enroute – not necessarily at the terminal, what actually can save you loads of time and money in some cases.
Cons of Van Travel
- Some vans can be quite cramped with limited space for luggage available. Well, actually almost all vans offer limited luggage space and if you have more than one bag, suitcase or backpack, it may be a good idea to buy a separate seat for your luggage – yes, you will pay double for your trip, alas
- It is worth checking if your van runs on schedule or leaves when full – in the latter case you may end up waiting too long as on several routes it can take quite a time for a van to fill up.
- You should know that van drivers are notorious for their speedy driving. Even the most reputable companies sometimes fail to persuade the drivers to respect the speed limits. Even if your van driver does not insist on it, always buckle your seatbelt while travelling by van
- If you easily get seasick and your trip includes winding stretches, chances to feel motion sickness are higher while travelling by van than by bus. Take your medicine half an hour before your trip to be on the safe side.
Aya Service Stations
Mae Hong SonAYA Service Chiang MaiAYA Service PaiPang MaphaWat Pa Tum WuaPai Hotel TransferChiang Mai Town TransferRakthai VillagePai Hotel TransferChiang Mai Town TransferNam Lod CaveChiang Rai Hotel Transfer
Aya Service Company Reviews
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Sue CCollected on time from hotel & arrived only approx 1 hour late. Driver was under pressure at final pick up as he had full contingent of passengers & had to juggle us & our luggage. He did a good job, kept his cool & we arrived safely
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Mar 9, 2026
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Grace GWe found the pickup location easily and checked in totally fine. Service was on time and the driver was speedy but safe. We made a stop halfway for the toilet, drinks and snacks. I think we were a little late arriving but that was jut traffic arriving into Chiang Mai at rush hour, so keep that in mind when booking at particular times and if you’re coming into a busy city. The van was old but comfortable enough for the journey, a newer van would be nice to offer on these services.
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Feb 26, 2026
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Annabel RSuper kind driver!!
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Feb 24, 2026
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Gabrielė ŠThe trip was fast. They took me earlier and we came earlier. No need of medication from motion sickness
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Feb 17, 2026
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Mark ZLet’s start with that we arrived at destination (Chiang Rai bus terminal) 1 hr 45 min late vs. scheduled. This is because: van was 1/2 hr late for pickup and we made 4 stops totaling 1 hr 40 min vs. scheduled 1 stop of 20 min. Zero organization, no concept of time at all! To top it off they sent an email that you should be ready for pickup 50 min prior to scheduled time. So, I waited 1 hr 20 min in hotel lobby.
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Feb 13, 2026
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valentin LI didn't get drop to the right place, I was supposed to bed dropped to Chiang Mai arcade 2, I getting dropped to place 15mn away from arcade 2
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Feb 13, 2026
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Balint JThe communication it was not satisfying.
We waited the transfer station 2h
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Feb 12, 2026
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Charlton VSafe drive, good driver (sorry , forgot his name), good stop for drink and snack.
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Feb 12, 2026
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Jerome SBecause our hotel was far away of the starting point we had to book another taxi to this place. Trying to contact them in person was not possible because it was to crowded with people in their office. Most of them were renting a motorcycle which takes a long time.
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Feb 11, 2026
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Jan DOverall rather good experience. Driver was mostly driving safely, despite the occasional reckless maneuver that seems so typical for Thai drivers.
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Feb 9, 2026
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Ellie DJourney in minivan to and from Pai on time. Nice and easy pick up from hotel in Chiang Mai. Convenient toilet stop with a shop half way on the journey.
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Feb 9, 2026
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Anna Wthe driver was really driving too fast. We didnt had problems on the way to get to pai from chiang mai, but the way back, terrible, he also seemed the whole time super nervous. So was not really a nice experience in total.
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Feb 4, 2026
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Benjamin BDriver drove gentle. Bus was cosy crowded.
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Feb 4, 2026
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Lydia NGreat service. Van was comfy and stopped for a break mid-way. Would recommend.
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Feb 3, 2026
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Johanna WIn the back, not many place
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Feb 3, 2026
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Nena SWas a bit late and uncomfortable, but it got us where we needed to be
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Jan 31, 2026
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Amy WThe shuttle ride was fine but because the driver was running late so we didn’t get a bathroom stop or a stop at the White Temple. This was the reason I chose this service.
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Jan 29, 2026
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Dylan Bgood guy, great drive. smooth living.
taxi Economy 3pax, Aya Service (Aya Service), Jan 28, 2026
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Karen IVery comfortable
Lots of breaks
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Jan 27, 2026
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Marc LTook us to city gate
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Jan 26, 2026
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Anselm MProfessional and almost flawless. More communication about the pause in English needed, I know a bit of Thai but not everybody can understand it. More legroom would also be appreciated.
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Jan 18, 2026
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Jamie MDriver made everything nice and easy, definitely a windy road but driver tries their best to straight line some of the windy bits when there’s no other traffic making the drive a bit more tolerable. Van is comfy, air conditioned and not completely rammed. Place for bags on the back and under seats. Would definitely use AYA again !
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Jan 16, 2026
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Oakley KDriver got us there safe and sound but the roads can’t be a bit scary😂
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Jan 7, 2026
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Leah POrganisers in the reception were rude and unhelpful, I was charged 100baht for a medium suitcase even though other passengers had much bigger and heavier backpacks, agreed drop off location in chiang mai was not adhered to and messed up my connecting transport
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Jan 5, 2026
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Phillip FGood communication before journey, Great driver. Relaxing journey, stopped off a couple of times for rest breaks and interesting places.
taxi Economy 3pax, Aya Service (Aya Service), Dec 28, 2025
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Elisabeth BWe arrived 50 Minutes late and did not make the break that was mentioned. We also stopped at a different Bus station than mentioned on the ticket.
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Dec 28, 2025
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Donald PFull van with everyone’s luggage…. Suggest JB future you kiddy
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Dec 28, 2025
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Dominic VDriver drove like crazy. Always overtook in sharp curves with almost zero visibility. But we arrived on time and made it in one piece back to Chiang Mai.
For travelers who are scared of trained - aggressive - driving: don’t do it!
For everyone else: Do it!
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Dec 27, 2025
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Margriet WIt's a bumpy ride, so this time I took medicine before and it went better. Driver was fine, although I do not favour telephoning all the time. Halfway a stop is a life saver. Thanks!
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Dec 27, 2025
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Destiny LThe dr
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Dec 23, 2025
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Jaroslaw GAC wasn’t strong enough and it was hot in the back of the bus
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Dec 16, 2025
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sam JThe hotel was not very good
Van Van + Train, Aya Service (Aya Service), Dec 15, 2025
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Emmanuel ADriving was sometimes imprudent. The speed warning activated many times. There was also rude behavior from the driver.
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Dec 7, 2025
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Derek FThe driver was very professional. Had a great personality, was skilled in driving aggressively without any discomfort. I usually experience motion sickness sitting in the back, which I did not on this trip. We stopped once about an hour from Chiang Rai where we
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Dec 3, 2025
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Samuel LThe driver was 30 minutes late with the pickup.
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Dec 1, 2025
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Christine FI tried to cancel my ticket but this was virtually impossible. Not easy to navigate and unclear directions about how to do it. No clear link in the website.
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Nov 18, 2025
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Guy BHelpful driver, comfortable vehicle. Arrived at destination an hour later than planned. A long panned stop at 15 minutes from the destination, which doesn't really make sense.
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Nov 18, 2025
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Carolina ATrip was amazing. Nice driver, great car and on time
taxi Economy 3pax, Aya Service (Aya Service), Nov 8, 2025
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Cat VMy husband and I were last to be picked up at about 9.20 so unfortunately had to sit separately. The van was comfortable, I think the driver stuck to speed limits! He did fiddle a lot with his phone though. I appreciated the toilet stops, especially at the white temple :)
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Nov 8, 2025
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Elizabeth MOkay seats, air con was on and even got a bit chilly later on in the journey. We had a 15 minute stop about half way before getting to the more windy roads. Driver was nice and the drive was fine. Driver arrived about 10 minutes early to the bus terminal so we set off to pick up other passengers from their hotels.
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Nov 8, 2025
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Micah SVan was on time and got us to our destination on time, that’s the main thing.
Old van which broke down for 10 or 15minutes early in our journey.
Driver was erratic and doing some of the craziest driving I’ve experienced in South East Asia. I appreciate they drive differently here, and also that the driver knows the road well, however we were passing all of the other mini vans which also have drivers which know the road. We were passing them on blind corners, down hills, in some of the wettest driving conditions I have seen. So dangerous. It was an experience, that’s for sure
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Nov 5, 2025
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Lorena MThe website was misleading. It was shared that we would be arriving at 12:30 but we ended up arriving around 14:30. The bus took three stops we didn’t know about. I think this information should be provided while booking.
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Nov 4, 2025
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Clovis EOn time, even earlier ! Although the many turns
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Nov 2, 2025
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Clovis EPick-up at the hôtel, nice and speedy travel, right on time !
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Oct 31, 2025
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Myah MGrand trip, on time and the driver was good.
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Oct 8, 2025
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Yonatan SDriver didn’t stop when one of us needed to throw up, also the minibus did one hour tour inside chiang mai to pick other people, which wasn’t said before we bought the ticket….
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Oct 8, 2025
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Sigal HAlthough we booked well in advance, pickup could only be arranged directly through the agency, not through the booking itself. It turns out the agency also offers hotel pickups in the city, and even though the instructions said to arrive 30 minutes early (which we did), we were informed that the van first stops at multiple hotels to collect other passengers.
As a result, we had no choice of seats and ended up waiting a full hour — literally on the clock — about 30 minutes past the scheduled departure time, until the entire round of pickups was completed. The van itself wasn’t very comfortable either, with three people squeezed into a narrow seat, which made the winding road to Pai quite unpleasant.
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Oct 7, 2025
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Tristen TThey charged us 200 baht extra for two suitcases even though they were smaller than other people's backpacks. They told us they don't do hotel pick up and they picked someone up from their hotel on the way. They dropped someone off as well. Because of this we didn't get to make a stop on the way for the toilet or a stretch.
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Sep 9, 2025
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Yesim COn time, very safe. Thank you.
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Sep 2, 2025
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Robyn BWe were waiting for the bus over an hour
Van Standard, Aya Service (Aya Service), Aug 18, 2025