THE SHORT VERSION
Mae Sot to Chiang Mai at a glance.
- From
- Mae Sot แม่สอด
- To
- Chiang Mai เชียงใหม่
- Road distance
- About 353 km
- Straight line
- 235 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~4 h 30 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Chiang Mai to Mae Sot →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Mae Sot
Mae Sot is a town on Thailand's western border with Myanmar. Buses and minivans run to Bangkok, Tak, Chiang Mai and Sukhothai.
- Mae Sot bus station
Outside the town centre. Long-distance buses and minivans.
Arriving in Chiang Mai
Songthaews (red trucks), tuk-tuks and ride-hail apps connect the terminal with the old city.
- Chiang Mai Arcade Bus Terminal
North-east of the old city. Long-distance and international services.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Buses towards Laos usually cross at Chiang Khong–Huay Xai. Check visa rules first.
KEEP GOING
From Chiang Mai, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Chiang Mai
More buses from Mae Sot
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Mae Sot from Chiang Mai by road?+
About 353 km by road (235 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Mae Sot to Chiang Mai take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 4 h 30 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Mae Sot?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Mae Sot include Mae Sot bus station, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Chiang Mai to Mae Sot?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Chiang Mai to Mae Sot guide.
Where does the bus from Mae Sot arrive in Chiang Mai?+
It depends on the operator. In Chiang Mai, services use Chiang Mai Arcade Bus Terminal. Songthaews (red trucks), tuk-tuks and ride-hail apps connect the terminal with the old city.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Chiang Mai?+
Songthaews (red trucks), tuk-tuks and ride-hail apps connect the terminal with the old city.
What kind of bus runs from Mae Sot to Chiang Mai?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Mae Sot to Chiang Mai bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Chiang Mai by bus?+
Direct buses from Chiang Mai include Lampang, Pai, Chiang Rai, Huay Xai, Sukhothai and more. See all connections on our Chiang Mai bus page.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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