The cheapest and fastest buses from Phrae to Bangkok
Cheapest price
€14
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
6 h 50 m
Average duration
7 h 30 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
490 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Phrae to Bangkok is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Phrae to Bangkok will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
Of the 11 buses that leave Phrae for Bangkok on Thu, Jan 08, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 08 the direct buses cover the 490 km distance in an average of 7 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 50 m .
On Thu, Jan 08 the slowest buses will take 7 h 56 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 Phrae to Bangkok
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Phrae to Bangkok 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 9m. 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 | €55 Average price |
9h 25m Average total duration 8h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 9m Average total duration Fastest 1h 9m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Phrae to Bangkok bus times
The table below shows live departures for Phrae to Bangkok buses for tomorrow, Thursday, January 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
PORNPIRIYA TOURS COMPANY LIMITED | 1:10 AM Phrae, Mae Kham Mee Wang Chang | 11h01 | 12:11 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:15 AM Phrae Bus Terminal | 7h05 | 9:20 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
PORNPIRIYA TOURS COMPANY LIMITED | 2:15 AM Phrae Bus Terminal | 9h33 | 11:48 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:56 AM Phrae Bus Terminal | 8h28 | 11:24 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
PORNPIRIYA TOURS COMPANY LIMITED | 12:10 PM Phrae, Mae Kham Mee Wang Chang | 11h01 | 11:11 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:30 PM Phrae Bus Terminal | 6h50 | 8:20 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:30 PM Phrae Bus Terminal | 8h00 | 9:30 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
PORNPIRIYA TOURS COMPANY LIMITED | 1:30 PM Phrae Bus Terminal | 9h13 | 10:43 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:35 PM Phrae Bus Terminal | 7h50 | 9:25 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:26 PM Phrae Bus Terminal | 7h50 | 10:16 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:20 PM Phrae Bus Terminal | 7h56 | 11:16 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Phrae to Bangkok
Buses from Phrae to Bangkok run on average 8 times per day, taking around 8h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:10, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 490 km distance in 7h 5m.
Distance 490 km |
Average bus duration 8h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 7h 5m |
First bus 08:10 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Bus providers: Budsarakham, Pornpiriya Tours Company Limited, Pornpiriya, Budsarakam Tour, Sombat Tour from Phrae to BangkokYou can travel by bus between Phrae to Bangkok with Budsarakham, Pornpiriya Tours Company Limited, Pornpiriya, 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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Pornpiriya Tours Company Limited
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Pornpiriya
Sombat Tour
FAQs: Bus from Phrae to Bangkok
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Phrae to Bangkok 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 Bangkok, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Pornpiriya Tours Company Limited
- One hand luggage and one carry-on luggage allowed; additional luggage may incur extra charges.
- Pornpiriya Tours Company Limited
- 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 Phrae to Bangkok
- 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
- 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
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