Chiang Mai to Sakon Nakhon Bus

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Chiang Mai to Sakon Nakhon Route Summary

Chiang Mai to Sakon Nakhon bus is a popular way of traveling. There are up to 4 daily bus departures available, including 4 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Chiang Mai bus station at 17:00h, arriving at Sakon Nakhon bus station at 06:50h the following day. While latest bus departs at 19:30h, arriving at 08:15h the following day.
Departure station and country Chiang Mai, Thailand
Arrival station and country Sakon Nakhon, Thailand
Travel Distance 482 mi
Average Trip Duration 13h 17min
Total Departures 4
Popular Operators Phet Prasert Bus
Lowest Price $27
Transportation Options Bus


Getting from Chiang Mai and Sakon Nakhon by bus

The shortest travel distance between Chiang Mai and Sakon Nakhon is 482 mi. The fastest bus which departs at 17:00 has a travel time of 12:45h. The longest travel time on the route is 13:50h. Depending on the selected departure, the following amenities are available: toilet, seat belts and multimedia. You can book tickets in advance to secure your seat, especially during peak travel times.

Overnight buses

If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Sakon Nakhon earlier, there are 4 night buses from Chiang Mai to Sakon Nakhon. The overnight buses depart between and 19:30 and arrive between 05:45 and 08:15 the same day. Since the travel time between the two stations is 11:47, all bus departures for this route are overnight. You can see some of them below.

Bus companies operating the Chiang Mai to Sakon Nakhon route

Phet Prasert Bus is the carrier operating this route. This company has been rated 3 times by travelers. Here you can see their average rating.

Departure and arrival stations

For more details about Chiang Mai or Sakon Nakhon bus stations, including general information, and other popular routes, you can check the links below.
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  Chiang Mai

You can see information about the departure station and stops Chiang Mai here

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  Sakon Nakhon

You can see information about the arrival station and stops Sakon Nakhon here


Cheapest tickets

Budget-friendly tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: $27 (One-Way) or $54 (Return).

Travel reviews for Chiang Mai to Sakon Nakhon bus

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