The cheapest and fastest coaches from Chiang Mai to Kanchanaburi
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$28
Fastest journey
11 h
Average duration
13 h 13 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
536 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Chiang Mai to Kanchanaburi is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chiang Mai to Kanchanaburi will cost around $28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $22.
Of the 4 buses that leave Chiang Mai for Kanchanaburi every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 536 km distance in an average of 13 h 13 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h .
The slowest buses will take 15 h 31 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.

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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Chiang Mai to Kanchanaburi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $21, and a flight costs an average of $26.
Distance: 536 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
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$22 Average Price Cheapest | $47 Average Price |
13h 46m Average total duration 13h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Chiang Mai to Kanchanaburi bus times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:00 am Chiang Mai, Bus Terminal 3 (Arcade) | 11h30 | 11:30 am Kanchanaburi, Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
SASANAN TOUR | 12:00 am Chiang Mai, Bus Terminal 3 (Arcade) | 15h31 | 3:31 pm Kanchanaburi Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
SASANAN TOUR | 12:00 pm Chiang Mai, Bus Terminal 3 (Arcade) | 14h51 | 2:51 am Kanchanaburi Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:00 pm Chiang Mai, Bus Terminal 3 (Arcade) | 11h00 | 11:00 pm Kanchanaburi, Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chiang Mai to Kanchanaburi
Distance 536 km |
Average bus duration 13h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 11h 30m |
First bus 06:40 |
Last bus 19:30 |
Bus providers: Sasanan Transport, Sasanan Tour, Nakhonchai Air, Sasanan Transportation from Chiang Mai to KanchanaburiYou can travel by bus between Chiang Mai to Kanchanaburi with Sasanan Transport, Sasanan Tour, Nakhonchai Air, Sasanan Transportation for as low as $21. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Chiang Mai to Kanchanaburi coach

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Chiang Mai, Bus Terminal 3 (Arcade), which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Kanchanaburi, Bus Terminal, located away from the city centre.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Chiang Mai to Kanchanaburi, follow these tips:
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chiang Mai and Kanchanaburi
- 05:00-21:00
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal
- Free parking available for both cars and motorcycles
- Food court and several local food vendors inside terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
- Wheelchair ramps and accessible facilities
- Public restrooms available with 5 baht fee
- Bus: R3, RTC Shuttle
- Songthaew: Red trucks from city center
- 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Free parking available for passengers
- Several local food stalls and small restaurants inside and around the terminal
- Available at the terminal entrance
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public toilets available
- Local Bus: Various routes within Kanchanaburi
- Songthaew: Local shared taxis
- 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Free parking available for passengers
- Food court and local vendors available inside terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public restrooms available
- Local Bus: 1, 2, 3
- Songthaew routes available
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