The cheapest and fastest buses from Bangkok to Phrae
Cheapest price
€14
Average price
€16
Fastest journey
7 h
Average duration
7 h 48 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
490 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bangkok to Phrae is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bangkok to Phrae will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
Of the 12 buses that leave Bangkok for Phrae on Sun, Dec 21, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 490 km distance in an average of 7 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 8 h 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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Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Bangkok to Phrae
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bangkok to Phrae among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a flight costs an average of €33.
Distance: 490 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|
€14 Average price Cheapest | €57 Average price |
9h 35m Average total duration 9h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bangkok to Phrae bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bangkok to Phrae buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:30 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 8h00 | 6:30 PM Phrae Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:30 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 8h00 | 8:30 PM Phrae Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:40 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 8h00 | 8:40 PM Phrae Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:30 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 8h00 | 9:30 PM Phrae Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:30 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 7h00 | 8:30 PM Phrae Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
PORNPIRIYA TOURS COMPANY LIMITED | 1:30 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 9h27 | 10:57 PM Phrae Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:46 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 8h00 | 10:46 PM Phrae Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:16 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 8h00 | 11:16 PM Phrae Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
PORNPIRIYA TOURS COMPANY LIMITED | 2:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 9h27 | 11:27 AM Phrae Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 7h00 | 9:00 AM Phrae Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:46 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 8h18 | 12:04 PM Phrae Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:30 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 8h00 | 3:30 PM Phrae Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 8h00 | 6:00 PM Phrae Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bangkok to Phrae
Buses from Bangkok to Phrae run on average 14 times per day, taking around 9h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
There are 14 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:00, the last at 22:20. The fastest bus covers the 490 km distance in 7h 0m.
Distance 490 km |
Average bus duration 9h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 7h 0m |
First bus 08:00 |
Last bus 22:20 |
Bus providers: Pornpiriya, Pornpiriya Tours Company Limited, Budsarakam Tour, Sombat Tour from Bangkok to PhraeYou can travel by bus between Bangkok to Phrae with Pornpiriya, Pornpiriya Tours Company Limited, Budsarakam Tour, Sombat Tour for as low as €13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bangkok to Phrae
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bangkok to Phrae 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 Phrae, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Bangkok, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) and Bangkok, Chatuchak Minivan Terminal (Mo Chit Van Terminal). When arriving in Phrae, you can end your journey in coach stations like Phrae, Bus Terminal and Phrae, Mae Kham Mee Wang Chang.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2), which is located around 6.9 miles (11.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Phrae, Bus Terminal, located 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre.
To find the cheapest bus tickets for your trip from Bangkok to Phrae, follow these tips:
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- One piece of luggage per passenger
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- One hand luggage and one carry-on luggage allowed; additional luggage may incur extra charges.
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- Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
- Budsarakam Tour
- Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bangkok to Phrae
- 04:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal
- Large parking area available for both short and long-term parking
- Food court and various food stalls available inside terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
- Wheelchair ramps and elevators available
- Public restrooms available with 5 THB fee
- BTS: Mo Chit Station
- MRT: Chatuchak Park Station
- Bus: 3, 26, 29, 34, 49, 52, 77
- 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal
- Available at terminal parking lot, 20 baht per hour
- Food court and several local food vendors available inside terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
- Wheelchair ramps and elevators available
- Public restrooms available for 5 baht
- BTS: Mo Chit Station
- MRT: Chatuchak Park Station
- Bus: 3, 26, 77, 96, 104, 134, 136, 138, 145, 509, 522
- 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Free parking available for passengers
- Local food stalls and small restaurants inside the terminal
- Available at the terminal entrance
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public toilets available
- Local songthaew services
- Local bus services
- 06:00-18:00
- Free parking area available
- Small local food stalls and vendors
- Available at the terminal entrance
- Ramps available
- Basic facilities available
- Bus: Local songthaews and regional buses
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