Chiang Mai to Sakon Nakhon

Chiang Mai to Sakon Nakhon

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Chiang Mai to Sakon Nakhon Schedule

Chiang Mai to Sakon Nakhon Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Kim Transfers Thailand Van 9pax Any time฿ 17,600
Nok Air Economy 07:10 - 16:50฿ 5,248
Nok Air Economy 08:00 - 14:30฿ 5,248
Nok Air Economy 10:45 - 17:00฿ 5,248
Nok Air Economy 12:10 - 17:00฿ 2,738
Phet Prasert Express 17:00 - 06:20฿ 916
Phet Prasert Express 19:30 - 08:50฿ 916

Transportation from Chiang Mai to Sakon Nakhon

Facts about the transport from Chiang Mai to Sakon Nakhon

Cheapest Transport$25
Fastest Transport6h 5m
Earliest Departure10:45 AM
Latest Departure7:30 PM
Departures per day9
Distance713 kilometers
Transport CompaniesKim Transfers Thailand, Nok Air, Phet Prasert

How to get from Chiang Mai to Sakon Nakhon

When you want to get from Chiang Mai to Sakon Nakhon, 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 Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus 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 USD 406.31. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as USD 330.13.

How far is Chiang Mai from Sakon Nakhon?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Chiang Mai to Sakon Nakhon. Your trip will be a total of 444 miles (713 km). The flying distance is 3214 miles (5171 km).

How long does it take to get from Chiang Mai to Sakon Nakhon?

The travel time from Chiang Mai to Sakon Nakhon can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 7 to 15 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Chiang Mai to Sakon Nakhon?

The cost of the trip from Chiang Mai to Sakon Nakhon varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Kim Transfers Thailand (Thailand Taxi Airport and Travel): travelling by taxi expect to pay as low as USD 330.13 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 USD 406.31.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Chiang Mai to Sakon Nakhon:

  • flight+Bus price: USD 16.54. From Chiang Mai to Sakon Nakhon starting from 06:50 Don Mueang Airport until 13:30 Don Mueang Airport
  • Bus+Train price: USD 16.54 - USD 65.24. From Chiang Mai to Sakon Nakhon starting from 15:30 Hua Lamphong until 18:00 Don Mueang
  • Bus tickets - USD 24.88 to USD 24.88;
  • flight price: USD 188.71. From Chiang Mai to Sakon Nakhon starting from 10:45 Chiang Mai Airport until 10:45 Chiang Mai Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 330.13 to USD 406.31.

How many trips per day are there between Chiang Mai and Sakon Nakhon?

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 Sakon Nakhon any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Chiang Mai to Sakon Nakhon 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 Sakon Nakhon. 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 USD 330.13.

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 Sakon Nakhon

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Chiang Mai to Sakon Nakhon? 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:

  • 100% decided to go for a bus.