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Samut Prakan
↳ Phayaoby bus.

Bus services from Samut Prakan to Phayao are listed on 12Go, where you can compare operators, departure times and prices for your date. The road distance is about 710 km. By car that is roughly 9 h without stops; buses usually take longer once pickups and rest breaks are included.

710 km by road~9 h by car
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THAILANDLAOSChiang RaiChiang MaiSukhothaiNakhon RatchasimaSamut PrakanPhayao710 km by roadFrom To Onward buses
Illustrative map: lines show connections, not the road taken. Outlines: Natural Earth.

THE SHORT VERSION

Samut Prakan to Phayao at a glance.

From
Samut Prakan สมุทรปราการ
To
Phayao พะเยา
Road distance
About 710 km
Straight line
624 km
Car time, no stops
~9 h buses take longer
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Right place. Right bus. Better start.

1

Leaving Samut Prakan

Boarding points depend on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from their office or your hotel. Your ticket shows the exact place and check-in time.

2

Arriving in Phayao

Ask the seller where the service ends in Phayao. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.

Phayao
Phayao. Photo: Sarawut VRW, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
3

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.

KEEP GOING

From Phayao, the road continues.

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GOOD QUESTIONS

Before you take your seat.

How far is Samut Prakan from Phayao by road?+

About 710 km by road (624 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.

How long does the bus from Samut Prakan to Phayao take?+

We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 9 h 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 Samut Prakan?+

It depends on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.

Is there a bus back from Phayao to Samut Prakan?+

Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Phayao to Samut Prakan guide.

Where does the bus from Samut Prakan arrive in Phayao?+

It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.

What kind of bus runs from Samut Prakan to Phayao?+

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 Samut Prakan to Phayao 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 Phayao by bus?+

Direct buses from Phayao include Chiang Rai, Chiang Mai, Sukhothai, Phitsanulok, Nakhon Ratchasima (Korat) and more. See all connections on our Phayao bus page.

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FOLLOW THE INFORMATION

Clear sources. Better decisions.

Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 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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