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Best price £ 16.50
Journey duration 10 h 2 min
Connections per day 14
First departure 19:10
Last departure 22:30
Distance 362.3 mi

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Planning to travel from Chiang Mai to Bangkok? Sometimes it can be hard to know where to start - but that's where Virail comes in. Our powerful search engine will explore all the options available for your trip, combing through more than 2000 transport companies all over the globe. All you have to do is enter your travel dates. In an instant, we'll show you a thorough list of possible routes, with all the information you need to make your decision. Choose from buses, trains, and more, connecting or direct, one-way or round trip - whatever you prefer. When you see your results, select your chosen option and Virail will redirect you to the provider's website, where you can complete your booking. Let us do the legwork for you, and you can just sit back and enjoy your trip.

How can I find the cheapest bus tickets to get from Chiang Mai to Bangkok?

The cheapest bus tickets from Chiang Mai to Bangkok cost £ 11.22. On average, you can expect to spend around £ 122.13 for your bus ticket. Virail will help you find a journey that fits your budget. You can expect prices to vary between different travel providers and methods of transport; often, faster journeys will cost more than slower routes. If your travel dates are flexible, you might be able to find cheaper bus tickets, as prices may fluctuate a little from day to day. You may also find lower prices by booking at certain times of day, avoiding rush hour traffic. Another tip for travelers on a tight budget is to look for connecting journeys. Sometimes it can be cheaper to make a change or two along the way, rather than traveling on a direct route from Chiang Mai to Bangkok.

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Buses from Chiang Mai to Bangkok

Bangkok buslines Bangkok buslines 19:10 – 04:10 Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 2 (Arcade) – Sombat Tour Office (Vibhavadi Rangsit Road) £ 17.33 9 h Direct
Bangkok buslines Bangkok buslines 19:10 – 04:40 Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 2 (Arcade) – Bangkok Bus Terminal (Chatuchak) £ 17.33 9 h 30 min Direct

How long does the journey from Chiang Mai to Bangkok take by bus?

The distance between Chiang Mai and Bangkok is around 362.3 mi. Depending on the exact route and provider you travel with, your journey time can vary. On average, this journey will take approximately 9 h 44 min. However, the fastest routes between Chiang Mai and Bangkok take 8 h 30 min. If a fast journey is a priority for you when traveling, look out for express services that may get you there faster. Some flexibility may be necessary when booking. Often, these services only leave at particular times of day - or even on certain days of the week. You may also find a faster journey by taking an indirect route and connecting in another station along the way.

At what time of the day can I travel from Chiang Mai to Bangkok?

The first journey of the day departs from Chiang Mai at 12:30. If you prefer to travel later in the day, the last departure will leave at 22:30. Remember, these are the general times of journeys between Chiang Mai and Bangkok. However, they are somewhat changeable as they may be affected by local events or holidays, peak seasons, or other factors. Always check your travel dates in advance to be on the safe side.

How many times a day do journeys run from Chiang Mai to Bangkok?

The exact number of journeys from Chiang Mai to Bangkok can vary from day to day. Some services may only run on particular days of the week, while others might be seasonal. In general, an average of 11 departures leave each day. These are run by a number of different transport providers, including Bangkok Busline, Lignite Tour (PK), Budsarakham Tour, Sombat Tour, Diamond Tour, Lignite Tour PK, Transport Co, Nakhonchai Air, Glassflower, Thai sriram, Lignite tour and Bangkok buslines. On particularly busy days, there can be up to 64 departures. You can usually expect there to be more connections on weekdays. Many providers run fewer journeys on weekends or public holidays. As a traveler, you may prefer to take a direct route from Chiang Mai to Bangkok. However, you will find more options available to you if you are willing to take a connecting route. These pass through one or more different cities, and you'll have to change along the way. Not all travelers feel comfortable making multiple connections, but if you are, then you will enjoy greater flexibility when making your booking. The exact number of daily departures from Chiang Mai to Bangkok varies, but in general, you can expect to find 11 direct connections with no changes leaving each day. Travelers who are happy to take an indirect route will find, on average, 0 journeys with one change or more.