The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bangkok to Mae Sai
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
11 h
Average duration
11 h 40 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
746 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bangkok to Mae Sai is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bangkok to Mae Sai will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $24.
Of the 8 buses that leave Bangkok for Mae Sai every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 746 km distance in an average of 11 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h .
The slowest buses will take 12 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Live departures
Bangkok to Mae Sai bus times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:30 am Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 12h40 | 3:10 pm Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:00 am Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 12h20 | 10:20 pm Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:30 am Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 12h00 | 10:30 pm Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:00 am Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 11h00 | 10:00 pm Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:40 am Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 12h30 | 12:10 am Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:30 pm Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 12h00 | 12:30 am Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:40 pm Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 12h20 | 1:00 am Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 1:30 pm Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 11h00 | 12:30 am Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bangkok to Mae Sai
Distance 746 km |
Average bus duration 15h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 11h 0m |
First bus 16:30 |
Last bus 19:50 |
Bus providers: Budsarakam Tour, Budsarakham, Cherdchai Tour, Cherdchai Tour North, Transport Co. from Bangkok to Mae SaiYou can travel by bus between Bangkok to Mae Sai with Budsarakam Tour, Budsarakham, Cherdchai Tour, Cherdchai Tour North, Transport Co. for as low as $23. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bangkok to Mae Sai coach

When departing from Bangkok, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) and Bangkok, Chatuchak Minivan Terminal (Mo Chit Van Terminal). When arriving in Mae Sai, you can end your route in coach stations like Mae Sai, Mae Sai Bus Terminal and Mae Sai.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2), which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Mae Sai, Mae Sai Bus Terminal, located away from the city centre.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Bangkok to Mae Sai, follow these tips:
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- Budsarakham
- One piece of luggage per passenger
- Cherdchai Tour North
- Luggage included in fare; specific size/type not provided.
- Transport Co.
- Luggage included in fare; specific size/type not provided.
- Budsarakam Tour
- Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
- Cherdchai Tour North
- Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bangkok and Mae Sai
- 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal
- Available at terminal parking lot, 20 baht per hour
- Food court and several local food vendors available inside terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
- Wheelchair ramps and elevators available
- Public restrooms available for 5 baht
- BTS: Mo Chit Station
- MRT: Chatuchak Park Station
- Bus: 3, 26, 77, 96, 104, 134, 136, 138, 145, 509, 522
- 04:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal
- Large parking area available for both short and long-term parking
- Food court and various food stalls available inside terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
- Wheelchair ramps and elevators available
- Public restrooms available with 5 THB fee
- BTS: Mo Chit Station
- MRT: Chatuchak Park Station
- Bus: 3, 26, 29, 34, 49, 52, 77
- 06:00-18:00
- Free parking available at the terminal
- Small local food stalls and vendors around the terminal
- Available at the terminal entrance
- Ground level access
- Basic facilities available
- Local songthaews and tuk-tuks
- 06:00-20:00
- Free parking available at the terminal
- Local food stalls and small restaurants inside and around the terminal
- Available at the terminal entrance
- Basic ramps available
- Available at the terminal
- Bus: Local songthaews and tuk-tuks
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