The cheapest and fastest buses from Chiang Mai to Chiang Ngoen
Cheapest price
$9
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 38 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
212 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chiang Mai to Chiang Ngoen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chiang Mai to Chiang Ngoen will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
Of the 5 buses that leave Chiang Mai for Chiang Ngoen on Thu, Nov 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 06 the direct buses cover the 212 km distance in an average of 4 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
On Thu, Nov 06 the slowest buses will take 5 h 24 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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Compare bus and flight for Chiang Mai to Chiang Ngoen
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Chiang Mai to Chiang Ngoen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a flight costs an average of €126.
Distance: 131 miles (212 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|
€7 Average price Cheapest | €182 Average price |
4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 4h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 6m Average total duration 6h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Chiang Mai to Chiang Ngoen Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Sukhothai Thani (Win Tour) | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 12:55PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Esan Tour | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 02:54PM | Duration 5h24 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Sukhothai Thani (Win Tour) | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Esarn Tour | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Esan Tour | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 12:24AM | Duration 5h24 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Live departures
Chiang Mai to Chiang Ngoen bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chiang Mai to Chiang Ngoen buses for tomorrow, Thursday, November 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:45 AM Chiang Mai, Bus Terminal 2 (Arcade) | 4h10 | 5:55 AM Chiang Ngoen, Tak Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
ESAN TOUR | 2:30 AM Chiang Mai, Bus Terminal 2 (Arcade) | 5h24 | 7:54 AM Chiang Ngoen, Tak Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:50 AM Chiang Mai, Bus Terminal 2 (Arcade) | 4h10 | 10:00 AM Chiang Ngoen, Tak Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
ESAN TOUR | 12:00 PM Chiang Mai, Bus Terminal 2 (Arcade) | 5h24 | 5:24 PM Chiang Ngoen, Tak Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Chiang Mai, Bus Terminal 2 (Arcade) | 4h00 | 4:00 PM Chiang Ngoen, Tak Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chiang Mai to Chiang Ngoen
Buses from Chiang Mai to Chiang Ngoen run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 3m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 131 miles (212 km) distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 131 miles (212 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 00:30 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Bus providers: Esarn Tour from Chiang Mai to Chiang NgoenYou can travel by bus between Chiang Mai to Chiang Ngoen with Esarn Tour for as low as $9 (€7). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Chiang Mai to Chiang Ngoen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chiang Mai to Chiang Ngoen by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Chiang Ngoen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the bus 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 bus at Chiang Ngoen, Tak Bus Terminal, located 0.8 miles (1.3 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Chiang Mai to Chiang Ngoen
- 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
- 06:00-18:00
- Free parking available at terminal
- Small local food stalls available
- Available at the terminal entrance
- Basic wheelchair access
- Basic facilities available
- Local Bus: Available from city center
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