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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Chiang Mai to Khon Kaen
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€18
Fastest journey
12 h
Average duration
12 h
Buses per day
2
Distance
484 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chiang Mai to Khon Kaen 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 Khon Kaen will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Of the 2 buses that leave Chiang Mai for Khon Kaen on Wed, Nov 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 05 the direct buses cover the 484 km distance in an average of 12 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h .
On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest buses will take 12 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Chiang Mai to Khon Kaen
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Chiang Mai to Khon Kaen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, and a flight costs an average of €34.
Distance: 484 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€18 Average price Cheapest | €76 Average price | €67 Average price |
12h 0m Average total duration 11h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 20h 45m Average total duration 20h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Chiang Mai to Khon Kaen bus times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2:30 AM Chiang Mai, Bus Terminal 2 (Arcade) | 12h00 | 2:30 PM Khon Kaen, Bus Terminal 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:00 PM Chiang Mai, Bus Terminal 2 (Arcade) | 12h00 | 12:00 AM Khon Kaen, Bus Terminal 3 | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chiang Mai to Khon Kaen
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Distance 484 km |
Average bus duration 11h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 11h 45m |
First bus 09:00 |
Last bus 22:30 |
Bus providers: Esarn Tour, Sombat Tour, Phetprasert Tour from Chiang Mai to Khon KaenYou can travel by bus between Chiang Mai to Khon Kaen with Esarn Tour, Sombat Tour, Phetprasert Tour for as low as €17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Chiang Mai to Khon Kaen
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 Khon Kaen, Bus Terminal 3, located 6.2 miles (10 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Chiang Mai to Khon Kaen
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office
- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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 accessible
- Public restrooms available
- Bus: Local songthaews and city buses
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