Khon Kaen to Chiang Mai Bus

Khon Kaen to Chiang Mai Chiang Mai to Khon Kaen

Khon Kaen to Chiang Mai Route Summary

Khon Kaen to Chiang Mai bus is a popular way of traveling. There are up to 8 daily bus departures available, including 8 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Khon Kaen bus station at 09:30h, arriving at Chiang Mai bus station at 21:30h the same day. While latest bus departs at 16:30h, arriving at 04:30h the following day.
Departure station and country Khon KaenThailand
Arrival station and country Chiang MaiThailand
Travel Distance 647 km
Average Trip Duration 12h 00min
Total Departures 8
Lowest Price €23
Transportation Options Bus, Plane


Getting from Khon Kaen and Chiang Mai by bus

The shortest travel distance between Khon Kaen and Chiang Mai is 647 km. The fastest bus which departs at 09:30 has a travel time of 12:00h. The longest travel time on the route is 12:00h. Depending on the selected departure, the following amenities are available: air condition, wifi and toilet. 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 Chiang Mai earlier, there is 1 night bus departing from Khon Kaen to Chiang Mai. The overnight bus departs at 16:30 and arrives at 04:30 the following day. Since the travel time between the two stations is 09:03, all bus departures for this route are overnight. You can see some of them below.

Bus companies operating the Khon Kaen to Chiang Mai route

There is a total of 7 bus companies operating the route. These bus companies have not been rated yet by travelers. Here you can see the list of the most popular bus companies operating this route.

Lotus Phibun Tour
7.5 Naluang
Chan Tour
RG Adventure
9.2 Cherdchai Tour

Departure and arrival stations

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

You can see information about the departure station and stops Khon Kaen here

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  Chiang Mai

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


Cheapest tickets

Budget-friendly tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: €23 (One-Way) or €46 (Return).

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