The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bangkok to Mae Sot
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
8 h 44 m
Average duration
10 h 6 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
389 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bangkok to Mae Sot is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bangkok to Mae Sot will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
Of the 2 buses that leave Bangkok for Mae Sot 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 389 km distance in an average of 10 h 6 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 44 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 28 m 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.
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TARA TOUR & TRAVEL
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Compare coach and flight for Bangkok to Mae Sot
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bangkok to Mae Sot among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £12, and a flight costs an average of £62.
Distance: 389 km
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£12 Average Price Cheapest | £82 Average Price |
10h 15m Average total duration 9h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Bangkok to Mae Sot bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bangkok to Mae Sot coaches for today, Monday 15 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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TARA TOUR & TRAVEL | 09:00 Bangkok | 8h44 | 17:44 Mae Sot Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
SASANAN TOUR | 13:30 Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 11h28 | 00:58 Mae Sot Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 16 December | |||||
![]() | 02:30 Bangkok | 8h00 | 10:30 Mae Sot | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bangkok to Mae Sot
Buses from Bangkok to Mae Sot run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 45m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 5 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 09:00, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 389 km distance in 8h 0m.
Distance 389 km |
Average bus duration 9h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 8h 0m |
First bus 09:00 |
Last bus 23:30 |
Bus providers: Cherdchai Tour, Sasanan Tour, Cherdchai Tour North, Tara Tour & Travel, Tara Tour and Travel from Bangkok to Mae SotYou can travel by bus between Bangkok to Mae Sot with Cherdchai Tour, Sasanan Tour, Cherdchai Tour North, Tara Tour & Travel, Tara Tour and Travel for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bangkok to Mae Sot coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bangkok to Mae Sot by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Mae Sot, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal, which is located around 6.9 miles (11.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Mae Sot, Bus Station (เทศบาลนครแม่สอด, สถานีขนส่งผู้โดยสาร), located 2 miles (3.3 km) away from the city centre.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Bangkok to Mae Sot, follow these tips:
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- Cherdchai Tour North
- Luggage included in fare; specific size/type not provided.
- Sasanan Tour
- Luggage included in fare; specific size/type not provided.
- Cherdchai Tour North
- Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bangkok and Mae Sot
- 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal
- Available at terminal parking lot, 20 baht per hour
- Food court and several local food vendors available inside terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
- Wheelchair ramps and elevators available
- Public restrooms available for 5 baht
- BTS: Mo Chit Station
- MRT: Chatuchak Park Station
- Bus: 3, 26, 77, 96, 104, 134, 136, 138, 145, 509, 522
- 06:00-22:00
- Free public Wi-Fi
- Limited street parking available
- Street food vendors and local restaurants nearby
- Available on Chakrabongse Road
- Basic ramps available
- Available at nearby restaurants and shops
- Bus: 2, 15, 44, 511
- Boat: Phra Arthit Pier
- 04:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal
- Large parking area available for both short and long-term parking
- Food court and various food stalls available inside terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
- Wheelchair ramps, elevators
- Public restrooms available with fee
- Bus: 84, 91, 123, 124, 127, 146, 149, 170, 177, 183, 189, 515, 539
- Metro: NA
- Train: NA
- 06:00-18:00
- Free parking available for vehicles
- Small local food stalls and vendors around the station
- Available in front of the station
- Basic ramps available
- Basic facilities available
- Local songthaews and tuk-tuks
- 05:00-22:00
- Free parking available at the station
- Small food stalls and local vendors inside and around the station
- Available at the station entrance
- Basic ramps available
- Available for free
- Local songthaew services
- Local bus routes
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