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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Chiang Mai to Nong Khai
Cheapest price
€29
Average price
€29
Fastest journey
11 h 30 m
Average duration
11 h 30 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
409 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chiang Mai to Nong Khai 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 Nong Khai will cost around €29 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €29.
Of the 1 buses that leave Chiang Mai for Nong Khai on Sun, Dec 21, 1 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 409 km distance in an average of 11 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 11 h 30 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 11 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.
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Chiang Mai to Nong Khai
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Chiang Mai to Nong Khai among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €28. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, and a flight costs an average of €55.
Distance: 409 km
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14h 1m Average total duration 13h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Chiang Mai to Nong Khai bus times
The table below shows live departures for Chiang Mai to Nong Khai 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 |
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| 12:30 PM Chiang Mai | 11h30 | 12:00 AM Nong Khai | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:00 PM Chiang Mai | 11h30 | 12:30 AM Nong Khai | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chiang Mai to Nong Khai
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Buses from Chiang Mai to Nong Khai run on average 1 times per day, taking around 13h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €28 if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 18:00, the last at 20:00. The fastest bus covers the 409 km distance in 11h 30m.
Distance 409 km |
Average bus duration 13h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €28 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 11h 30m |
First bus 18:00 |
Last bus 20:00 |
Bus providers: Orsuksa Tour from Chiang Mai to Nong KhaiYou can travel by bus between Chiang Mai to Nong Khai with Orsuksa Tour for as low as €28. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Chiang Mai to Nong Khai
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chiang Mai to Nong Khai 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 Nong Khai, 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 Nong Khai, Bus Terminal, located 1.1 miles (1.7 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Chiang Mai to Nong Khai
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- 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Free parking available for passengers
- Local food stalls and small restaurants inside terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public toilets available
- Local Bus: Routes to city center
- Songthaew: Various routes
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