GreenBus

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6,428 customer reviews
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About GreenBus

Company Information

Green Bus Thailand is a bus company that operates a range of routes around Thailand from the company’s central hub located in Chiang Mai.

GreenBus Company rightfully enjoys high reputation. Its routes cover all the regions of Thailand – from South to North and from Northeast to Centre.

As a rule, the company’s buses use the main bus station or terminal of towns and cities around Thailand, called Bo-Ko-So. These are often located out of the centre.

In Chiang Mai, GreenBus uses the largest and newest Bus Terminal 3, aka Arcade Bus Terminal in the north-eastern part of the city, off Super Hwy 11.

Routes served by Green Bus

GreenBus travels across much of Thailand with routes to the north, south, and northeast as well as around the centre of the country. Some of the most popular routes are listed below.

Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai

By far the most popular route of the Thai North, Chiang Mai–Chiang Rai stretch is served by three different types of buses providing travellers with a good choice of level of comfort and ticket price.

There are buses all throughout the day from 6 am till 7 pm with the trip taking just under 4 hours.

Chiang Mai to Laos border

GreenBus offers an easy way to get to the border with Laos at Chiang Khong, from where you can cross over the Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge 4 to Huay Xai in the Lao province of Bokeo.

Chiang Mai to Myanmar border

From Chiang Mai, Green Bus operates trips to the destinations at the border with Myanmar including:

  • Mae Sot in Tak province that is linked to the Myanmar’s town of Myawaddy.

  • Mae Sai in Chiang Rai province of Thailand that connects to the border town of Tachilek on the Myanmar side and is the gateway to the famous Golden Triangle where the borders of Thailand, Laos and Myanmar meet.

Chiang Mai – other destinations in Thai North

Popular Northern Thai destinations served by Green Bus from Chiang Mai also include:

  1. Nan
  2. Phrae
  3. Phayao
  4. Lampang

Chiang Mai & Chiang Rai – Phuket

The longest routes of Green Bus connect Thai North with the southern resort island of Phuket.

There are trips to Phuket both from Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai taking the epic 24 and 26 hours respectively.

Phitsanulok – Surat Thani

Green Bus is also the best choice for the overland travel from the North to Donsak pier in Surat Thani for onward transfer to the islands of the Gulf including Koh Samui, Koh Phangan and Koh Tao.

Chiang Mai – Bangkok

Note that GreenBus DOES NOT currently operate the route to Bangkok – for bus trips between Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai and Bangkok choose another bus operator.

Green Bus types of seats

The company operates three different classes of buses:

  • Bus Express L
  • Bus Intercity Express XL
  • Bus VIP 24/32.

Greenbus VIPs are the most comfortable way to travel. VIP Green buses feature 24-32 seats organised three per row instead of the usual four what provides additional elbow and leg space enhancing the overall travel experience.

Such buses are the best choice for longer routes e.g. between Phitsanulok and Surat Thani though the price for such seats is between 30 and 50 per cent higher than for seats in ordinary express buses.

Bus Intercity Express XL is a sensible compromise between more expensive VIPs and ordinary buses.

Bus Express L is a good choice for shorter trips up to 4–5 hours, e.g. between Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai or Lampang.

All GreenBus coaches are air-conditioned and are equipped with soft reclining seats meaning that even the cheapest L class is a decent choice.

Green Bus Tickets

Green Bus tickets can be booked both online and at the bus stations covered by the company’s network of routes.

There is an option of online booking at the official website of the company though the process is not as straightforward as it could have been due to language barrier – not all parts of the website are translated into English what creates certain difficulties.

We recommend to buy Green Bus tickets online and well in advance for the longer, most popular routes and the routes which have a limited number of departures per day, especially to Phuket.

Pros

  1. Buses operated by GreenBus service much of the northern, southern, north-eastern, and central parts of Thailand which means that there is a number of routes to choose from including some off-the-beaten-track destinations for overseas travellers.

  2. Buses of all classes are air-conditioned and spacious with ample legroom.

  3. This company has a refund policy meaning that you can cancel or change your tickets – though both changes and cancellations are subject to terms and conditions.

  4. Green Bus booking can be made online.

  5. Travelling overland with GreenBus on longer routes is cheaper than flying.

  6. Food, drinks, snacks, and cold towels are provided on buses.

Cons

  1. Some older buses – very few actually – are not equipped with toilets. These are used on shorter routes and generally should not be a problem.

  2. Cheaper Express buses make a number of stops along the way, which can result in a longer journey.

  3. Buses vary in terms of condition and some are newer models than others. As such some may also be cleaner and more roadworthy than others.

  4. Drop off points are usually at the main bus stations in each town or city and you will need to plan your own onward transportation to your hotel accordingly.

  5. Buses are not equipped with Wi-Fi or USB ports and entertainment options are often limited to one TV screen in the front part of the bus so you may wish to bring your own for long journeys.

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GreenBus Popular Routes

Chiang Mai - Chiang Rai
Bus Express
07:00, 07:45, 08:00, 08:45, 09:00, 10:00, 11:00, 11:30, 12:45, 14:00, 15:00, 17:00, 18:30
Bus VIP
07:30, 08:15, 09:00, 09:30, 10:30, 12:15, 13:00, 15:30, 18:00
Bus Express Combo
15:30
Bus VIP combo
15:30
Chiang Rai - Chiang Mai
Bus Express
07:30, 08:00, 08:30, 08:45, 09:00, 09:30, 12:00, 13:30, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00, 16:30, 18:30
Bus VIP
08:00, 10:00, 12:30, 13:00, 14:00, 14:30, 15:30, 17:15, 18:00
Bus VIP combo
10:00
Bus Express Combo
10:00
Chiang Mai - Chiang Khong
Bus Express Combo
08:30
Bus VIP combo
08:30
Bus Express
09:30
Chiang Mai - Mae Sai
Bus Express
08:00
Bus VIP combo
08:00, 12:30, 15:00
Bus Express Combo
08:00, 12:30, 15:00
Chiang Mai - Phayao
Bus Express
08:00, 15:00, 16:00
Bus VIP combo
08:00, 11:30, 13:00, 17:30
Bus Express Combo
08:00, 11:30, 13:00, 17:30
Chiang Mai - Mae Sot
Bus VIP combo
13:30
Bus Express Combo
13:30
Phayao - Chiang Mai
Bus Express
07:30, 08:15, 09:30
Bus VIP combo
08:00, 12:00, 15:30, 17:00
Bus Express Combo
08:00, 12:00, 15:30, 17:00
Mae Sai - Chiang Mai
Bus Express
08:00
Bus VIP combo
07:30, 09:30, 15:00
Bus Express Combo
07:30, 09:30, 15:00
Chiang Mai - Phuket
15:00
Chiang Mai - Nan
Bus Express Combo
08:00, 09:30, 10:30, 11:30, 15:00, 17:00, 22:30
Bus VIP combo
08:00, 09:30, 10:30, 11:30, 15:00, 17:00, 22:30
Bus Express
10:00, 10:30, 18:00, 22:30
Mae Sot - Chiang Mai
Bus VIP combo
06:15
Bus Express Combo
06:15
Nan - Chiang Mai
Bus Express
07:30
Bus VIP combo
08:00, 08:30, 09:30, 12:00, 16:00, 17:00, 22:30
Bus Express Combo
08:00, 08:30, 09:30, 12:00, 16:00, 17:00, 22:30
Chiang Khong - Chiang Mai
Bus Express
09:30
Bus VIP combo
10:30, 12:00
Bus Express Combo
10:30, 12:00
Chiang Mai - Phrae
Bus VIP combo
12:30
Bus Express Combo
12:30
Phuket - Chiang Mai
13:00
Chiang Rai - Lampang
13:30
Phrae - Chiang Mai
Bus VIP combo
09:00
Bus Express Combo
09:00
Lampang - Chiang Rai
07:30
Mae Sot - Mae Sai
Bus VIP combo
07:00
Bus Express Combo
07:00
Mae Sai - Mae Sot
Bus VIP combo
07:00
Bus Express Combo
07:00
Mae Sai - Phuket
Bus VIP combo
12:00
Bus Express Combo
12:00
Phuket - Mae Sai
Bus VIP combo
13:30
Bus Express Combo
13:30
Phitsanulok - Donsak
Bus VIP combo
14:30
Bus Express Combo
14:30
Mae Sai - Bueng Kan
Bus VIP combo
14:00
Bus Express Combo
14:00
Bueng Kan - Mae Sai
Bus VIP combo
15:00
Bus Express Combo
15:00
Donsak - Phitsanulok
Bus VIP combo
14:00
Bus Express Combo
14:00
NaN Passengers

GreenBus Stations

Phuket Bus Terminal 2Chiang Khong Local BusMae SaiLampang Bus StationNan Bus TerminalNong KhaiPhayaoPhitsanulok Bus Terminal 1PhraeMae SotChiang Rai Bus Terminal 1ThoengBueng KanPhitsanulok Bus Terminal 2Donsak RajaChiang Muan Bus TerminalChiang Mai Bus Terminal 3Thung Chang Green BusChiang Saen GreenBus

GreenBus Company Reviews

C
Comfortable, safe, fast
Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Mar 11, 2024
J L
Chauffeurs imprudence
Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Mar 9, 2024
C Z
Fast, efficient travel from Chiang Mai to Chiang rai. Telephone ticket sufficient. The station is well laid out and the Green bus staff explain where to wait. Everything is written on the buses, so it's pretty easy. A small bottle of water is provided, which is appreciated. A little legroom is missing.
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Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Mar 5, 2024
B N
Was very good bus
Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Feb 27, 2024
M C
Really swanky VIP bus. Loads of leg room, banging AC, free bottle of water and snack, clean toilet on board and we arrived nearly an hour before expected. Brilliant
Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Feb 23, 2024
A
Our experience with green-bus was great. But with 12go asia not so much. We were charged more than what green bus charges for and also charged for an insurance we didn’t even accept to buy.
Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Feb 22, 2024
T B
Too much commotion with delay of foreign family removal from bus
Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Feb 19, 2024
H W
The bus was 35 mins late, however we quickly boarded and headed off! The bus was so spacious and had comfy reclinable seats! We got given a bottle of water, snack and sick bag. I would recommend!! :)
Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Feb 13, 2024
H D
Unfortunately there were some delays but otherwise had a great trip!
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Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Jan 29, 2024
S A
It was very fast and easy to find, very cheap, seats were not that comfortable but would recommend doing it again! ❤️
Bus Express Combo, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Jan 28, 2024
A S
One of the most comfortable bus rides I had in Asia. Seats are extremely comfortable and the ride felt quite quick. We also arrived 2h early. In contrast to what another comment said, there was a USB charging outlet by ny seat. They're not lying about the temperature though. It was extreme even for this part of the world and the blankets thy gave us didn't help much. I'd recommend wearing layers
Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Jan 27, 2024
T L
Very pleasant trip despite the very cold air-conditioning, but we knew that, so we even brought a hat for those who were a little chilly. Good driver.
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Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Jan 26, 2024
M H
Seat was uncomfortable for a long journey. Bus station takes a bit to figure out. But overall a great experience
Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Jan 22, 2024
B M
Nice seats, good driver but a bit cold AC, everyone was freezing
Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Jan 21, 2024
T B
Great journey with comfortable bus. Operator on time. Water and small snack provided.
Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Jan 19, 2024
A D
On time, all good.
Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Jan 11, 2024
L S
air conditioner temperature control is always too cold, we have to wear enough to survive. I have traveled many times on the bus this route, with no one exception. could you let me know why? and doesn't this line operationer cherish the fuel? this trip seems that the filter of the air conditioner was dirty, I smelt the dust.
Bus Express Combo, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Jan 7, 2024
M F
Bus left on time. A break halfway. Arrived early even.
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Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Jan 3, 2024
D P
Perfectly on time. Seats comfortable (VIP bus to Chiang Mai). Small snack and water included. Recommended
Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Jan 3, 2024
S B
Seats were not comfortable and quite an old bus.
Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Jan 2, 2024
И М
The Bus Terminal in Chiang Mai is of medium comfort, but everything else was really good.
Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Jan 1, 2024
E S
Was more than OK. Comfortable. Clean bathroom. Went very smoothly.
Bus Express Combo, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Dec 29, 2023
Z L
Very Crazy! Thanks 12 go
Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Dec 29, 2023
A M
Old busses, very noisy and swingy. No wifi
Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Dec 28, 2023
M F
Bus on time and easy to find 10-minute stop. Perfect
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Bus VIP combo, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Dec 27, 2023
D
Very comfortable way of getting there. Seats are nice and big. TVs don’t work and it is pretty chilly on the bus still really nice.
Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Dec 27, 2023
D H
Easy Trip with the Bus
Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Dec 27, 2023
C R
Fastest and best way to go from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai!
Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Dec 26, 2023
M
Everything is perfectly organized. The seats could be more comfortable.
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Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Dec 25, 2023
S W
We had a good journey, lots of backpackers in a bus. Bus was pretty basic but comfortable.
Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Dec 23, 2023
M B
Very nice and big seat
Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Dec 23, 2023
A A
Very good ride. Comfortable bus, water and snacks included. Beautifiul views.
Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Dec 23, 2023
L P
Several hours I was waiting for confirmation and the ticket…meanwhile I received info that reservation is canceled but later it was not true.. totally chaotic..
Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Dec 20, 2023
C S
Easy and comfortable way to travel
Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Dec 19, 2023
F O
The journey was smooth and on time. The ticket is very misleading as i thought I'd booked to chiang rai but it said mai sae. Turns out it stops in chiang rai en route but it doesn't say this anywhere and 12 go were not helpful. .
Bus Express Combo, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Dec 19, 2023
P C
The bus reached almost 30 mins before time. The ride was smooth overall. The staff of Green Bus were courteous and professional. Gave one break in the trip for stretching legs and restroom breaks
Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Dec 18, 2023
E F
Bus departed and arrived on time. Journey was comfortable. Only negative was that the luggage space above seats was very narrow. Just about fitted my laptop rucksack. A/C for was comfortable.
Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Dec 17, 2023
M Z
We were woken up at 5:30 for breakfast while we had dinner at 23 the night before, everything else was good and fine!
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Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Dec 16, 2023
J J
Great comfy bus, it was there early to pick us up and we got to our destination early.
Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Dec 15, 2023
A D
too cold inthere
Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Dec 14, 2023
A
The staff was friendly and provided kind service. They even helped me get off early as my destination was before the final destination! So great!
Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Dec 12, 2023
J M
Really luxurious Bus with snacks and water. Unfortunately it was really cold
Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Dec 12, 2023
A C
Unfriendly hostess, outdated bus.
Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Dec 7, 2023
K A
The AC was adjustable and the bus seats were quite comfy, it didn’t stop more than once, perfect bus ride!
Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Dec 7, 2023
B P
Punctual departure and arrival only slightly late. Water and small snack included. Air-conditioned and not too cold. Stops in Chiang Rai first at Bus Terminal 2 and then at Bus Terminal 1.
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Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Dec 6, 2023
C A
The bus smelled funny and the seat didnt work
Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Dec 1, 2023
T C
The bus was way too old to drive through the mountains. Continues beeping sound when the bus reached certain speed, but no working km/h meter.
Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Nov 21, 2023
G G
Bus was quite hot and seat was broken. But bus was clean.
Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Nov 14, 2023
T Y
The driver does makes stops on arrival in Chiang rai but doesn’t inform the passengers. Also no English when we asked where exactly we were. 12GO is the best way to get a ticket!
Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Nov 9, 2023
M G
The bus broke down and we spent an hour and a half waiting for another one to come to continue the trip. The rest everything was great, these things happen and it was our turn! The treatment was great ????
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Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Nov 8, 2023
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95.2% of 6,428 travelers were presumably happy with GreenBus as they left good or no review