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06/15/2026
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Chiang Mai to Bangkok by bus

The journey from Chiang Mai to Bangkok by bus is 362.63 mi and takes 10 hr 2 min. There are 72 connections per day, with the first departure at 12:00 AM and the last at 11:30 PM. It is possible to travel from Chiang Mai to Bangkok by bus for as little as $13.83 or as much as $531.44. The best price for this journey is $13.83.

Lowest Price $13.83
Journey Duration 10 hr 2 min
Connection per Day 72
Lowest Price $13.83
Highest Price $531.44
First Departure 12:00 AM
Last Departure 11:30 PM
Distance 362.63 mi
Departure Chiang Mai
Arrival Bangkok
Carriers Nakhonchai Air, Sritawong Tour

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Price as departure date approaches

Bus companies may charge higher ticket prices as the date of departure approaches. Prices in the next days can range from around $10.05 to $38.63 but may be subject to change. Our advice is to book as early as possible to potentially save up to 74% on your trip!

Best time to book cheap bus tickets from Chiang Mai to Bangkok

The cheapest Chiang Mai - Bangkok bus tickets can be found for as low as $17.10 if you’re lucky, or $21.84 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as $37.26.

Find the best day to travel to Bangkok by bus

When travelling to Bangkok by bus, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Glassflower, Bangkok Busline and Kim Transfers Thailand from Chiang Mai to Bangkok
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Chiang Mai to Bangkok CO2 Emissions by Bus

Ecology
Train
40.85kg
Bus
43.77kg
Flight
116.72kg
Car
93.37kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a bus ticket from Chiang Mai to Bangkok?
A bus ticket from Chiang Mai to Bangkok is $166.22. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as $13.83.
What's the cheapest bus ticket from Chiang Mai to Bangkok?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Chiang Mai to Bangkok is $13.83. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Chiang Mai and Bangkok by bus?
Chiang Mai to Bangkok is 362.63 mi.
How long does the bus between Chiang Mai and Bangkok take?
Chiang Mai to Bangkok is on average 10 hr 2 min. However the fastest option will get you there in 8 hr 0 min.
Which companies operate from Chiang Mai to Bangkok?
The bus journey from Chiang Mai to Bangkok is covered by 23 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Nakhonchai Air, Sritawong Tour, Cherdchai Tour North, Than Car Service, Kittikarn Tour, Freedom Tour Taxi Service, Viriya Tour, Go2Trip, Freedom Tour & Taxi Service, T Buddy Service Chiang Mai, Easyride Services, Torch, Glassflower, Gosafe Transport, Bangkok Busline, Intui Travel Transfer, Kim Transfers Thailand, Bangkok Taxi 24, Tara Tour and Travel, Khao San Tara Tour, Smart En Plus, Khamkhun Tour And Travel, Next Step Journey and Cherdchai Tour.
How many bus connections per day go from Chiang Mai to Bangkok?
Chiang Mai to Bangkok has 72 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first bus from Chiang Mai to Bangkok leave?
The earliest bus from Chiang Mai to Bangkok departs at 12:00 AM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last bus from Chiang Mai to Bangkok depart?
The latest bus from Chiang Mai to Bangkok departs at 11:30 PM. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Chiang Mai to Bangkok in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest bus ticket we have found is $13.83 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
How many direct connections depart from Chiang Mai to Bangkok?
There are on average 72 direct connection(s) from Chiang Mai to go to Bangkok.
What's the fastest journey time between Chiang Mai to Bangkok by bus?
The fastest journey time by bus between Chiang Mai and Bangkok is 8 hr 0 min.
Is there a direct bus from Chiang Mai to Bangkok?
Yes, there is a direct bus between Chiang Mai and Bangkok.
What are the CO2 emissions for Chiang Mai to Bangkok by bus?
The bus journey from Chiang Mai to Bangkok creates 43.77kg of CO2 emissions.