THE SHORT VERSION
Udon Thani to Mae Sot at a glance.
- From
- Udon Thani อุดรธานี
- To
- Mae Sot แม่สอด
- Road distance
- About 598 km
- Straight line
- 455 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~8 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Not listed as direct
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Udon Thani
Udon Thani is a city in north-east Thailand, about an hour from the Lao border at Nong Khai. International buses run to Vientiane, and long-distance buses to Bangkok and across Isan.
- Udon Thani Bus Terminal 1
In the centre. Long-distance buses and the international bus to Vientiane. - Udon Thani Bus Terminal 2
On the edge of town. Regional services.
Arriving in Mae Sot
Songthaews and motorbike taxis run into town.
- Mae Sot bus station
Outside the town centre. Long-distance buses and minivans.
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.
- Check the current status of border crossings before planning to travel on.
KEEP GOING
From Mae Sot, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Mae Sot
More buses from Udon Thani
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Udon Thani from Mae Sot by road?+
About 598 km by road (455 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Udon Thani to Mae Sot take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 8 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 Udon Thani?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Udon Thani include Udon Thani Bus Terminal 1, Udon Thani Bus Terminal 2, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Mae Sot to Udon Thani?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Mae Sot to Udon Thani as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Udon Thani arrive in Mae Sot?+
It depends on the operator. In Mae Sot, services use Mae Sot bus station. Songthaews and motorbike taxis run into town.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Mae Sot?+
Songthaews and motorbike taxis run into town.
What kind of bus runs from Udon Thani to Mae Sot?+
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 Udon Thani to Mae Sot 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 Mae Sot by bus?+
Direct buses from Mae Sot include Phitsanulok, Chiang Mai, Don Mueang Airport (DMK), Chiang Rai, Bangkok and more. See all connections on our Mae Sot bus page.
FOLLOW THE INFORMATION
Clear sources. Better decisions.
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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