The cheapest and fastest coaches from Mueang Kao to Chiang Mai
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
6 h
Average duration
6 h
Buses per day
2
Distance
209 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Mueang Kao to Chiang Mai is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mueang Kao to Chiang Mai will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $13.
Of the 2 buses that leave Mueang Kao for Chiang Mai every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 209 km distance in an average of 6 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 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 Mueang Kao to Chiang Mai
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Mueang Kao to Chiang Mai 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 flight which can get you there in 4h 50m. 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: 209 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
$11 Average Price Cheapest | $202 Average Price |
6h 15m Average total duration 5h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 50m Average total duration Fastest 4h 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Mueang Kao to Chiang Mai bus times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:30 am Sukhothai, Bus Terminal | 6h00 | 8:30 am Chiang Mai, Bus Terminal 2 (Arcade) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 3:45 am Sukhothai, Bus Terminal | 6h00 | 9:45 am Chiang Mai, Bus Terminal 2 (Arcade) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Mueang Kao to Chiang Mai
Distance 209 km |
Average bus duration 5h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 45m |
First bus 08:45 |
Last bus 19:00 |
Bus providers: Sukhothai Thani from Mueang Kao to Chiang MaiYou can travel by bus between Mueang Kao to Chiang Mai with Sukhothai Thani for as low as $11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Mueang Kao and Chiang Mai
- 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
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