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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Chiang Mai to Udon Thani
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£24
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£24
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
10 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
10 h 30 m
Buses on 18 Sept
1
Distance
430 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Chiang Mai to Udon Thani 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 Udon Thani will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £24.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 1 buses from Chiang Mai to Udon Thani, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 430 km distance in an average of 10 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 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.
19:3010h30Chiang Mai, Bus Terminal 2 (Arcade)6:00Udon Thani, Northern Bus Terminal (Transport 2)£241One-way0 changes
- 19:3010h30Chiang Mai, Bus Terminal 2 (Arcade)6:00Udon Thani, Northern Bus Terminal (Transport 2)£241One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Chiang Mai to Udon Thani
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Chiang Mai to Udon Thani 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 5m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, while a flight costs an average of £54.
Distance: 430 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£27 Average Price Cheapest | £54 Average Price | £57 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 41m Average total duration 12h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 26m 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 Udon Thani:
A coach is £27 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Chiang Mai to Udon Thani costing on average £54.
Other travel options to Udon Thani take longer:
Coach takes on average 12h 11m.
Tickets start at around £27 compared to roughly £57 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £30. The journey takes 12h 11m versus 9h 26m 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, Phetprasert, Phetprasert 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 Udon Thani bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chiang Mai to Udon Thani coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 19:30 Chiang Mai, Bus Terminal 2 (Arcade) | 10h30 | 6:00 Udon Thani, Northern Bus Terminal (Transport 2) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chiang Mai to Udon Thani
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Buses from Chiang Mai to Udon Thani run on average 1 times per day, taking around 12h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £24 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 17:00, the last at 21:00. The fastest coach covers the 430 km distance in 10h 30m.
Distance 430 km |
Average bus duration 12h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 10h 30m |
First bus 17:00 |
Last bus 21:00 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: Orsuksa Tour, Phetprasert, Phetprasert Tour from Chiang Mai to Udon ThaniYou can travel by bus between Chiang Mai to Udon Thani with Orsuksa Tour, Phetprasert, Phetprasert Tour for as low as £24. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Chiang Mai to Udon Thani coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chiang Mai to Udon Thani 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 Udon Thani, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Chiang Mai and Udon Thani
Most Chiang Mai to Udon Thani buses use the to Udon Thani, Northern Bus Terminal (Transport 2) (อุดรธานี สถานีขนส่งสายเหนือ (ขนส่งสาย 2)) station pair. Use this guide to compare Chiang Mai and Udon Thani bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Udon Thani station do buses from Chiang Mai arrive at?
Getting to Udon Thani, Northern Bus Terminal (Transport 2) (อุดรธานี สถานีขนส่งสายเหนือ (ขนส่งสาย 2)) from Udon Thani city centre
Udon Thani, Northern Bus Terminal (Transport 2) (อุดรธานี สถานีขนส่งสายเหนือ (ขนส่งสาย 2)) is 2 km from Udon Thani city centre. Public transport options include:
Udon Thani, Northern Bus Terminal (Transport 2) (อุดรธานี สถานีขนส่งสายเหนือ (ขนส่งสาย 2)) bus station facilities and services
Udon Thani, Northern Bus Terminal (Transport 2) (อุดรธานี สถานีขนส่งสายเหนือ (ขนส่งสาย 2)) 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 small restaurants available 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 Udon Thani, Northern Bus Terminal (Transport 2) (อุดรธานี สถานีขนส่งสายเหนือ (ขนส่งสาย 2)).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Udon Thani, Northern Bus Terminal (Transport 2) (อุดรธานี สถานีขนส่งสายเหนือ (ขนส่งสาย 2)): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Udon Thani, Northern Bus Terminal (Transport 2) (อุดรธานี สถานีขนส่งสายเหนือ (ขนส่งสาย 2)): Wheelchair accessible.
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