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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Chiang Mai to Nong Khai
Cheapest price on 19 Sept
£28
Average ticket price on 19 Sept
£28
Fastest journey on 19 Sept
11 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 19 Sept
11 h 30 m
Buses on 19 Sept
1
Distance
409 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Chiang Mai to Nong Khai is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chiang Mai to Nong Khai will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £28.
On Sat 19 Sept, we found 1 buses from Chiang Mai to Nong Khai, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 409 km distance in an average of 11 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 11 h 30 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.
19:3011h30Chiang Mai, Bus Terminal 2 (Arcade)7:00Nong Khai Bus Terminal£281One-way0 changes
- 19:3011h30Chiang Mai, Bus Terminal 2 (Arcade)7:00Nong Khai Bus Terminal£281One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Chiang Mai to Nong Khai
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Chiang Mai to Nong Khai among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £27 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, while a flight costs an average of £80.
Distance: 409 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£27 Average Price Cheapest | £80 Average Price | £57 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 1m Average total duration 13h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 10h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Chiang Mai to Nong Khai:
A coach is £53 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Chiang Mai to Nong Khai costing on average £80.
Other travel options to Nong Khai take longer:
Coach takes on average 13h 31m.
Tickets start at around £27 compared to roughly £57 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £30. The journey takes 13h 31m versus 10h 5m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Orsuksa Tour, Orsuksa Tour, Orsuksa Tour.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Live departures
Chiang Mai to Nong Khai bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chiang Mai to Nong Khai coaches for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19:30 Chiang Mai, Bus Terminal 2 (Arcade) | 11h30 | 7:00 Nong Khai Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chiang Mai to Nong Khai
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Buses from Chiang Mai to Nong Khai run on average 1 times per day, taking around 13h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 18:00, the last at 20:00. The fastest coach covers the 409 km distance in 11h 30m.
Distance 409 km |
Average bus duration 13h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 11h 30m |
First bus 18:00 |
Last bus 20:00 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: Orsuksa Tour from Chiang Mai to Nong KhaiYou can travel by bus between Chiang Mai to Nong Khai with Orsuksa Tour for as low as £26. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Chiang Mai to Nong Khai coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chiang Mai to Nong Khai 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 Nong Khai, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chiang Mai and Nong Khai
Most Chiang Mai to Nong Khai buses use the to Nong Khai Bus Terminal station pair. Use this guide to compare Chiang Mai and Nong Khai bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Nong Khai station do buses from Chiang Mai arrive at?
Getting to Nong Khai Bus Terminal from Nong Khai city centre
Nong Khai Bus Terminal is 1 km from Nong Khai city centre. Public transport options include:
Nong Khai Bus Terminal bus station facilities and services
Nong Khai Bus Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Local food stalls and small restaurants inside terminal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are aTM machines from major Thai banks.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nong Khai Bus Terminal.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nong Khai Bus Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nong Khai Bus Terminal: Wheelchair accessible.
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