The cheapest and fastest coaches from Chiang Mai to Kong
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
5 h 30 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
232 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Chiang Mai to Kong 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 Kong will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $11.
Of the 1 buses that leave Chiang Mai for Kong every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 232 km distance in an average of 5 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 5 h 30 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.


Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Chiang Mai to Kong
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Chiang Mai to Kong among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 5h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $11, and a flight costs an average of $176.
Distance: 232 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|
$12 Average Price Cheapest | $233 Average Price |
6h 26m Average total duration Fastest 5h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 33m Average total duration 6h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Chiang Mai to Kong bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chiang Mai to Kong coaches for tomorrow, Sunday, 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:00 am Chiang Mai | 5h30 | 9:30 am Kong | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chiang Mai to Kong
Buses from Chiang Mai to Kong run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:30, the last at 12:00. The fastest coach covers the 232 km distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 232 km |
Average bus duration 5h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 5h 0m |
First bus 02:30 |
Last bus 12:00 |
FAQs: Chiang Mai to Kong coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chiang Mai to Kong by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kong, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Chiang Mai, Bus Terminal 3, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Ban Kong, Porcharoen Resort & Spa (บานกอง แยก, สโขทยพรเจรญ รสอรทแอนดสปา), located away from the city centre.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Chiang Mai to Kong, follow these tips:
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- Sukhothai Thani (Win Tour)
- One piece of luggage per passenger
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chiang Mai and Kong
- 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
- Available at the intersection
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