Which bus from Bangkok to Chiang Mai is the best?
Check the bus schedule for Bangkok to Chiang Mai. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like Nakhonchai Air, Bangkok Busline or Sombat. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.
Cheapest bus trips today
Prices are for one way and one person
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Bangkok Busline14h 10m020:35BangkokChatuchak Bus Park10:45Chiang MaiBus Terminal 30Economy
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Transport Co17h 21m018:10BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal11:31Chiang MaiArcade Coach Station0Economy
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Cherdchai Tour10h 10m020:00BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal06:10Chiang MaiBus Terminal 30Economy
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Budsarakam Tour16h 32m019:40BangkokChatuchak Bus Park12:12Chiang MaiBus Terminal 30Economy
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Budsarakham Tour12h 15m018:30BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal06:45Chiang MaiArcade Coach Station0Economy
Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Prices are for one way and one person
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Bangkok Busline14h 10m006:00BangkokChatuchak Bus Park20:10Chiang MaiBus Terminal 30Economy
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Transport Co17h 21m007:25BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal00:46Chiang MaiArcade Coach Station0Economy
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Sri Thawong Tour10h 55m007:00BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal17:55Chiang MaiBus Terminal 30Economy
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Cherdchai Tour10h 10m020:00BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal06:10Chiang MaiBus Terminal 30Economy
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Viriya Tour10h 10m010:15BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal20:25Chiang MaiArcade Coach Station0Economy
Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Prices are for one way and one person
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Bangkok Busline14h 10m006:00BangkokChatuchak Bus Park20:10Chiang MaiBus Terminal 30Economy
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Sombat10h 30m008:00BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal18:30Chiang MaiArcade Coach Station0Economy
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Transport Co17h 21m007:25BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal00:46Chiang MaiArcade Coach Station0Economy
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Cherdchai Tour10h 10m020:00BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal06:10Chiang MaiBus Terminal 30Economy
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Viriya Tour10h 10m009:50BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal20:00Chiang MaiArcade Coach Station0Economy
Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Prices are for one way and one person
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Bangkok Busline14h 10m006:00BangkokChatuchak Bus Park20:10Chiang MaiBus Terminal 30Economy
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Sombat10h 30m008:00BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal18:30Chiang MaiArcade Coach Station0Economy
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Transport Co17h 21m007:25BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal00:46Chiang MaiArcade Coach Station0Economy
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Sri Thawong Tour10h 55m007:00BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal17:55Chiang MaiBus Terminal 30Economy
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Viriya Tour10h 10m009:50BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal20:00Chiang MaiArcade Coach Station0Economy
Cheapest bus trips Monday
Prices are for one way and one person
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Bangkok Busline14h 10m006:00BangkokChatuchak Bus Park20:10Chiang MaiBus Terminal 30Economy
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Sombat10h 30m008:00BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal18:30Chiang MaiArcade Coach Station0Economy
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Transport Co17h 21m007:25BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal00:46Chiang MaiArcade Coach Station0Economy
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Sri Thawong Tour10h 55m007:00BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal17:55Chiang MaiBus Terminal 30Economy
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Cherdchai Tour10h 10m020:00BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal06:10Chiang MaiBus Terminal 30Economy
Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
Prices are for one way and one person
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Bangkok Busline14h 10m006:00BangkokChatuchak Bus Park20:10Chiang MaiBus Terminal 30Economy
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Sombat10h 30m008:00BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal18:30Chiang MaiArcade Coach Station0Economy
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Transport Co17h 21m007:25BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal00:46Chiang MaiArcade Coach Station0Economy
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Sri Thawong Tour10h 55m007:00BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal17:55Chiang MaiBus Terminal 30Economy
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Cherdchai Tour10h 10m020:00BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal06:10Chiang MaiBus Terminal 30Economy
Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Prices are for one way and one person
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Bangkok Busline14h 10m006:00BangkokChatuchak Bus Park20:10Chiang MaiBus Terminal 30Economy
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Sombat10h 30m008:00BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal18:30Chiang MaiArcade Coach Station0Economy
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Transport Co17h 21m007:25BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal00:46Chiang MaiArcade Coach Station0Economy
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Sri Thawong Tour10h 55m007:00BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal17:55Chiang MaiBus Terminal 30Economy
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Cherdchai Tour10h 10m020:00BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal06:10Chiang MaiBus Terminal 30Economy
What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Bangkok and Chiang Mai?
Wednesday
is the busiest day, with more than 122 daily coaches from Bangkok to Chiang Mai. Thursday has instead the fewest connections, with only 39 daily coaches between Bangkok and Chiang Mai.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 382 coaches from Bangkok to Chiang Mai, while Afternoon sees the fewest connections between Bangkok and Chiang Mai, with 68 offers.
All facts for Bangkok to Chiang Mai bus at a glance
Compare all coach operators like Nakhonchai Air, Bangkok Busline and Sombat that travel daily 82 times by bus from Bangkok to Chiang Mai in one click. Book your Bangkok to Chiang Mai bus ticket starting from £14!
| Cheapest Bus | £14 |
| Fastest Bus | 8h 55m |
| Earliest Coach | 06:00 |
| Latest Coach | 22:35 |
| Daily Bus Connections | 82 Ø |
| Distance | 580.6 km |
| Coach Companies | Nakhonchai Air, Bangkok Busline, Sombat, Sri Thawong Tour, Budsarakham Tour, Transport Co, Tara Tour and Travel, Cherdchai Tour, Budsarakam Tour and Viriya Tour |
What are the cheapest coach tickets from Bangkok to Chiang Mai?
Every day, 82 buses from 10 coach companies leave Bangkok for Chiang Mai. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 16/01/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
13/01
Tuesday
14/01
Wednesday
15/01
Thursday
16/01
£16
Friday
17/01
£15
Saturday
18/01
£501
Sunday
19/01
£501
Monday
20/01
£15
Tuesday
21/01
£15
Wednesday
22/01
£501
Thursday
23/01
£501
Friday
24/01
£15
Saturday
25/01
£501
Sunday
26/01
£14
Monday
27/01
£501
Tuesday
28/01
£15
Wednesday
29/01
£501
Thursday
30/01
£14
Friday
31/01
£501
Saturday
01/02
£14
Sunday
02/02
£501
Monday
03/02
£14
Tuesday
04/02
£501
Wednesday
05/02
£501
Thursday
06/02
£15
Friday
07/02
£501
Saturday
08/02
£501
Sunday
09/02
The cheapest time to travel from Bangkok to Chiang Mai
With a price starting from £14, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Bangkok to Chiang Mai. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £14.
Morning
is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Bangkok to Chiang Mai, with £14. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £14.
How to save money travelling from Bangkok to Chiang Mai
Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.
Book the ticket from Bangkok to Chiang Mai in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Bangkok to Chiang Mai, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.
If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Bangkok to Chiang Mai are also emptier.Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.
What are the most popular bus companies from Bangkok to Chiang Mai?
These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Bangkok to Chiang Mai timetable.
Bangkok Busline from Bangkok to Chiang Mai
Here you will find the key facts about the Bangkok Busline bus route Bangkok to Chiang Mai:
| Cheapest Price | £14 |
| Fastest Coach | 10h 0m |
| Earliest Coach | 06:00 |
| Last Coach | 20:45 |
| Daily Connections | 20 Ø |
| Found on | 16/01/2025 |
Nakhonchai Air from Bangkok to Chiang Mai
Here you will find the key facts about the Nakhonchai Air bus route Bangkok to Chiang Mai:
| Cheapest Price | £18 |
| Fastest Coach | 8h 55m |
| Earliest Coach | 10:00 |
| Last Coach | 22:35 |
| Daily Connections | 22 Ø |
| Found on | 16/01/2025 |
Sombat from Bangkok to Chiang Mai
Here you will find the key facts about the Sombat bus route Bangkok to Chiang Mai:
| Cheapest Price | £15 |
| Fastest Coach | 10h 30m |
| Earliest Coach | 07:00 |
| Last Coach | 22:00 |
| Daily Connections | 21 Ø |
| Found on | 16/01/2025 |
In total 10 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.
All bus stations and stops in Bangkok and Chiang Mai
Here is a map with all coach stations in Bangkok and Chiang Mai. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.
Compare the bus with other modes of transport
The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Bangkok to Chiang Mai? Compare all modes of transports from
Bangkok to Chiang Mai.
All you need to know when you travel by bus from Bangkok to Chiang Mai
Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Bangkok to Chiang Mai. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.
FAQs for Bangkok to Chiang Mai bus
How much does a Bangkok Chiang Mai coach trip cost?
This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Bangkok Chiang Mai bus trip is available from £14 and takes 14h 10m. Compare offers and save money!
How much could I save by comparing buses from Bangkok to Chiang Mai?
This connection is offered by 10 companies with ticket prices ranging from £14 to £780. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Chiang Mai.
How many connections are available for the Bangkok Chiang Mai route on average every day?
Each day, the bus route from Bangkok to Chiang Mai is offered by roughly 82 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.
How long does a bus to Chiang Mai from Bangkok take?
The quickest coach from Bangkok to Chiang Mai is provided by Nakhonchai Air and takes 8h 55m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £23. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.
What time is the first bus from Bangkok to Chiang Mai?
The earliest bus to Chiang Mai departs from Bangkok at 06:00. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.
What time is the last coach from Bangkok to Chiang Mai?
The latest bus to Chiang Mai departs from Bangkok at 22:35. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.
Which bus companies serve the Bangkok Chiang Mai route?
Passengers looking to travel from Bangkok to Chiang Mai can travel with Nakhonchai Air, Bangkok Busline and Sombat. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.
Is there a direct bus between Bangkok and Chiang Mai?
You can check all the direct connections between Bangkok and Chiang Mai by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Nakhonchai Air, Bangkok Busline and Sombat.
What can I take with me on the bus to Chiang Mai from Bangkok?
Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Bangkok Chiang Mai bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.
What equipment is available for the Bangkok Chiang Mai bus route?
The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Bangkok to Chiang Mai on your planned travel date.
Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Bangkok to Chiang Mai
Economy
The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.
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