The cheapest and fastest coaches from Chiang Mai to Udon Thani
Cheapest price
$34
Average price
$34
Fastest journey
10 h 30 m
Average duration
10 h 30 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
430 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Chiang Mai to Udon Thani 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 Udon Thani will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $34.
Of the 1 buses that leave Chiang Mai for Udon Thani 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 430 km distance in an average of 10 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 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 Udon Thani
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Chiang Mai to Udon Thani among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 6h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $25, and a flight costs an average of $53.
Distance: 430 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
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$33 Average Price Cheapest | $104 Average Price |
12h 38m Average total duration 12h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 20m Average total duration Fastest 6h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Chiang Mai to Udon Thani bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chiang Mai to Udon Thani coaches for today, Sunday, 14 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:00 pm Chiang Mai, Bus Terminal 2 (Arcade) | 10h30 | 11:30 pm Udon Thani, Northern Bus Terminal (Transport 2) (อุดรธานี สถานีขนส่งสายเหนือ (ขนส่งสาย 2)) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chiang Mai to Udon Thani
Buses from Chiang Mai to Udon Thani run on average 2 times per day, taking around 12h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 17:00, the last at 21:00. The fastest coach covers the 430 km distance in 10h 30m.
Distance 430 km |
Average bus duration 12h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 10h 30m |
First bus 17:00 |
Last bus 21:00 |
Bus providers: Orsuksa Tour, Phetprasert, Phetprasert Tour from Chiang Mai to Udon ThaniYou can travel by bus between Chiang Mai to Udon Thani with Orsuksa Tour, Phetprasert, Phetprasert Tour for as low as $25. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Chiang Mai to Udon Thani coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chiang Mai to Udon Thani 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 Udon Thani, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chiang Mai and Udon Thani
- 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
- 04:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in terminal
- Free parking available for passengers
- Food court and several local food vendors inside terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public restrooms available
- Bus: Local songthaews and city buses
- Tuk-tuk service available
- 04:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Free parking available for passengers
- Food court and local vendors available inside and around the terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public restrooms available for a small fee
- Bus: Local routes available
- Songthaew: Various routes
- 04:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Free parking available for passengers
- Food court and small restaurants available inside terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public restrooms available
- Local Bus: 1, 2
- Songthaew: Red routes
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