The cheapest and fastest coaches from Chiang Mai to Phitsanulok
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
6 h
Average duration
6 h 34 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
257 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Chiang Mai to Phitsanulok 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 Phitsanulok will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
Of the 13 buses that leave Chiang Mai for Phitsanulok every day 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 257 km distance in an average of 6 h 34 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 10 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Chiang Mai to Phitsanulok
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Chiang Mai to Phitsanulok among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 6h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 257 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£9 Average Price Cheapest | £28 Average Price |
6h 53m Average total duration Fastest 6h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 8m Average total duration 6h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Chiang Mai to Phitsanulok bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chiang Mai to Phitsanulok coaches for today, Thursday 27 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ESAN TOUR | 12:00 Chiang Mai, Bus Terminal 2 (Arcade) | 8h33 | 20:33 Phitsanulok, Bus Terminal 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
633-14 | 12:00 Chiang Mai, Bus Terminal 2 (Arcade) | 6h20 | 18:20 Phitsanulok, Bus Terminal 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 28 November | |||||
![]() | 01:45 Chiang Mai, Bus Terminal 2 (Arcade) | 7h25 | 09:10 Phitsanulok, Bus Terminal 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 01:45 Chiang Mai, Bus Terminal 2 (Arcade) | 7h10 | 08:55 Phitsanulok Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 02:30 Chiang Mai, Bus Terminal 2 (Arcade) | 6h00 | 08:30 Phitsanulok, Bus Terminal 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 02:30 Chiang Mai, Bus Terminal 2 (Arcade) | 6h20 | 08:50 Phitsanulok, Bus Terminal 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
ESAN TOUR | 02:30 Chiang Mai, Bus Terminal 2 (Arcade) | 8h33 | 11:03 Phitsanulok, Bus Terminal 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:00 Chiang Mai, Bus Terminal 2 (Arcade) | 7h00 | 11:00 Phitsanulok Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 04:00 Chiang Mai, Bus Terminal 2 (Arcade) | 7h15 | 11:15 Phitsanulok, Bus Terminal 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 05:50 Chiang Mai, Bus Terminal 2 (Arcade) | 7h25 | 13:15 Phitsanulok, Bus Terminal 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 05:50 Chiang Mai, Bus Terminal 2 (Arcade) | 7h10 | 13:00 Phitsanulok Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chiang Mai to Phitsanulok
Buses from Chiang Mai to Phitsanulok run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 12 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 257 km distance in 6h 0m.
Distance 257 km |
Average bus duration 6h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 6h 0m |
First bus 02:15 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Sukhothai Thani (Win Tour), Esarn Tour, Phetprasert Tour from Chiang Mai to PhitsanulokYou can travel by bus between Chiang Mai to Phitsanulok with Sukhothai Thani (Win Tour), Esarn Tour, Phetprasert Tour for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Sukhothai Thani (Win Tour)
Esarn Tour
Phetprasert Tour
FAQs: Chiang Mai to Phitsanulok coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chiang Mai to Phitsanulok 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 Phitsanulok, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Chiang Mai, Bus Terminal 3 (Arcade), which is located around 3.1 miles (5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Phitsanulok Bus Terminal, located 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from the city centre.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Chiang Mai to Phitsanulok, follow these tips:
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- Sukhothai Thani (Win Tour)
- One piece of luggage per passenger
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chiang Mai and Phitsanulok
- 05:00-21:00
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal
- Free parking available for both cars and motorcycles
- Food court and several local food vendors inside terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
- Wheelchair ramps and accessible facilities
- Public restrooms available with 5 baht fee
- Bus: R3, RTC Shuttle
- Songthaew: Red trucks from city center
- 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Free parking available for passengers
- Food court and small vendors inside terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public restrooms available
- Bus: Local songthaews and tuk-tuks
- Local buses available
- 04:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal
- Free parking available for passengers
- Food court and several local food vendors inside terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
- Wheelchair ramps and assistance available
- Public restrooms available
- Local Bus: 1, 2, 3
- Songthaew routes available
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