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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Chiang Mai to Phayao
Cheapest price
£7
Average price
£7
Fastest journey
2 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 55 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
104 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Chiang Mai to Phayao 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 Phayao will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £7.
Of the 2 buses that leave Chiang Mai for Phayao 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 104 km distance in an average of 2 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 55 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.
1:002h55Chiang Mai3:55Phayao£71One-way0 changes- 9:002h55Chiang Mai11:55Phayao£71One-way0 changes
- 9:002h55Chiang Mai11:55Phayao£71One-way0 changes
- 1:002h55Chiang Mai3:55Phayao£71One-way0 changes
Live departures
Chiang Mai to Phayao bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chiang Mai to Phayao coaches for tomorrow, Thursday 9 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1:00 Chiang Mai | 2h55 | 3:55 Phayao | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:00 Chiang Mai | 2h55 | 11:55 Phayao | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chiang Mai to Phayao
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Buses from Chiang Mai to Phayao run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 11:25, the last at 11:25. The fastest coach covers the 104 km distance in 2h 55m.
Distance 104 km |
Average bus duration 3h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 2h 55m |
First bus 11:25 |
Last bus 11:25 |
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Bus providers: Greenbus from Chiang Mai to PhayaoYou can travel by bus between Chiang Mai to Phayao with Greenbus for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Chiang Mai to Phayao coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chiang Mai to Phayao 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 Phayao, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chiang Mai and Phayao
Most Chiang Mai to Phayao buses use the Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Tha Wang Thong, Phayao Bus Terminal station pair. Use this guide to compare Chiang Mai and Phayao bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Chiang Mai station do buses to Phayao leave from?
Getting to Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 from Chiang Mai city centre
Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 is 3 km from Chiang Mai city centre. Public transport options include:
Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 bus station facilities and services
Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food court and several local food vendors inside terminal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal. ATMs are aTM machines from major Thai banks available.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3: Wheelchair ramps and accessible facilities.
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