THE SHORT VERSION
Bangkok to Mae Sai at a glance.
- From
- Bangkok กรุงเทพมหานคร
- To
- Mae Sai แม่สาย
- Road distance
- About 853 km
- Straight line
- 746 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~10 h 45 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Mae Sai to Bangkok →
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Bangkok
Bangkok is Thailand's capital and its main long-distance bus hub, with separate terminals for the north and north-east, the east, and the south. International buses to Cambodia and Laos also start here.
- Mo Chit (Northern) Bus Terminal
Routes to the north and north-east, and many international buses. - Ekkamai (Eastern) Bus Terminal
Routes to the east coast, such as Pattaya and Trat. - Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai)
Routes to the south and west.
Arriving in Mae Sai
Ask the seller where the service ends in Mae Sai. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
KEEP GOING
From Mae Sai, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Mae Sai
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Bangkok from Mae Sai by road?+
About 853 km by road (746 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Bangkok to Mae Sai take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 10 h 45 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Bangkok?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Bangkok include Mo Chit (Northern) Bus Terminal, Ekkamai (Eastern) Bus Terminal, Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai), and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Mae Sai to Bangkok?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Mae Sai to Bangkok guide.
Where does the bus from Bangkok arrive in Mae Sai?+
It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.
What kind of bus runs from Bangkok to Mae Sai?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Bangkok to Mae Sai bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Mae Sai by bus?+
Direct buses from Mae Sai include Chiang Rai, Chiang Mai, Phitsanulok, Mae Sot, Nakhon Ratchasima (Korat) and more. See all connections on our Mae Sai bus page.
FOLLOW THE INFORMATION
Clear sources. Better decisions.
Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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