THE SHORT VERSION
Phuket Town to Chiang Mai at a glance.
- From
- Phuket Town ภูเก็ต
- To
- Chiang Mai เชียงใหม่
- Road distance
- About 1522 km
- Straight line
- 1215 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~19 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Chiang Mai to Phuket Town →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Phuket Town
Phuket is Thailand's largest island, joined to the mainland by a bridge, so buses run straight onto it. Long-distance buses use Phuket Bus Terminal 2, about 4 km north of Phuket Town, with services to Bangkok, Krabi, Surat Thani, Hat Yai and more.
- Phuket Bus Terminal 2
About 4 km north of Phuket Town. The main long-distance terminal. - Phuket Bus Terminal 1
The small old terminal in town. Some regional and local services. - Rassada Pier
Ferries to Koh Phi Phi, Krabi and Koh Lanta.
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 Phuket Town
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Phuket Town from Chiang Mai by road?+
About 1522 km by road (1215 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Phuket Town to Chiang Mai take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 19 h 15 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 Phuket Town?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Phuket Town include Phuket Bus Terminal 2, Phuket Bus Terminal 1, Rassada Pier, 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 Phuket Town?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Chiang Mai to Phuket Town guide.
Where does the bus from Phuket Town 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 Phuket Town 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 Phuket Town 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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