Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son

Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son

Chiang Mai
Mae Hong Son
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Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son Destination Reviews

KH
Driver was in time and very polite. We felt very comfortable. The car was in very good condition and clean. Highly recommended!
Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son, taxi Economy 3pax, AEC 168 Transport and Travel (เออีซี 168 ทรานสปอร์ต แอนด์ ทราเวล), Nov 4, 2025
TA
Smooth drive. Driver is pleasant
Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son, Bus Minivan, Prem Pracha (เปรมประชาขนส่ง), Oct 13, 2025
DS
Left on time, arrived on time. Driver very friendly. Nice guy.
Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son, Bus Minivan, Prem Pracha (เปรมประชาขนส่ง), May 30, 2025
RA
Excellent service smooth journey and the driver very friendly 👍
Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son, Bus Minivan, Prem Pracha (เปรมประชาขนส่ง), Feb 8, 2025
SM
Although the road is for tough stomachs, bus ride was good. No delays, enough toilet and food breaks, all in all recommended
Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son, Bus Minivan, Prem Pracha (เปรมประชาขนส่ง), Jan 30, 2025
N
Great experience, arrived on time, stopped on the way remains for refreshments and stalls. Will travel again. Air conditioning and room in the van.
Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son, Bus Minivan, Prem Pracha (เปรมประชาขนส่ง), Dec 4, 2024
GS
We had a very friendly driver. Felt safe the whole trip. Thank you.
Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son, Bus Minivan, Prem Pracha (เปรมประชาขนส่ง), Nov 16, 2024
FB
A really good driver, the 6hours have passed quickly !
Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son, Bus Minivan, Prem Pracha (เปรมประชาขนส่ง), Jan 12, 2023
KD
Lost my earbuds on the bus. They found it 20 min later and kept them at the station.
Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son, Bus Minivan, Prem Pracha (เปรมประชาขนส่ง), Nov 18, 2022
RK
We were given the seats at the back which weren't proper seats and fold down for luggage. The driver forgot to turn the air conditioning on for the first 2 hours of the journey.
Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son, Bus Minivan, Prem Pracha (เปรมประชาขนส่ง), Jun 24, 2022
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Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Smart En Plus
VIP Van 9pax
Any time
+5h 50m
€155.06
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
06:30
16:35
€205.00
Flight
Thai Vietjet
Economy
08:00
16:35
€226.00
Bus
Prem Pracha
Minivan
08:30
14:30
€6.95
  4.5
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
09:20
16:35
€200.00
Bus
Prem Pracha
Minivan
10:30
16:30
€6.95
  4.5
Bus
Prem Pracha
Minivan
11:30
17:30
€6.95
  4.5
Flight
Thai Vietjet
Economy
11:55
16:35
€189.00
Flight
Thai Airways
Economy
12:20
16:35
€236.50
Bus
Prem Pracha
Minivan
13:00
19:05
€8.02
  4.0
Bus
Prem Pracha
Minivan
13:30
19:30
€6.95
  4.5
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
13:50
16:35
€143.33
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
14:10
16:35
€239.50
Bus
Prem Pracha
Minivan
14:30
20:30
€6.95
  4.5
Bus
Prem Pracha
Minivan
15:00
21:05
€8.02
  4.0
Bus
Prem Pracha
Minivan
15:30
21:30
€6.95
  4.5
Flight
Thai Vietjet
Economy
17:45
16:35
€128.50
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
18:25
16:35
€174.00
Flight
Bangkok Airways
Economy
20:00
16:35
€269.00
Flight
Thai Vietjet
Economy
20:55
16:35
€160.00

Transportation from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son

Facts about the transport from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son

Cheapest Transport€11
Fastest Transport2h 20m
Earliest Departure1:00 PM
Latest Departure10:30 PM
Departures per day5
Distance117 kilometers
Transport CompaniesGosafe Transport, Nok Air, Prem Pracha, Smart En Plus, Torch

How to get from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son

When you want to get from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about EUR 194.24. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as EUR 126.10.

How far is Chiang Mai from Mae Hong Son?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son. Your trip will be a total of 73 miles (117 km). The flying distance is 73 miles (117 km).

How long does it take to get from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son?

The travel time from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 18 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son?

The cost of the trip from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Torch: travelling by taxi expect to pay as low as EUR 126.10 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as EUR 194.24.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son:

  • Bus tickets - EUR 10.19 to EUR 10.19;
  • flight price: EUR 125.12. From Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son starting from 22:30 Chiang Mai Airport until 22:30 Chiang Mai Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from EUR 126.11 to EUR 194.24.

How many trips per day are there between Chiang Mai and Mae Hong Son?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as EUR 126.11.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator..

The most popular transport from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 98% decided to go for a bus.
  • 1% Other