THE SHORT VERSION
Chiang Mai to Don Mueang Airport (DMK) at a glance.
- From
- Chiang Mai เชียงใหม่
- To
- Don Mueang Airport (DMK) ท่าอากาศยานดอนเมือง
- Road distance
- About 667 km
- Straight line
- 569 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~8 h 30 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Don Mueang Airport (DMK) to Chiang Mai →
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai is the main city of northern Thailand. Long-distance buses use the Arcade bus terminal, with services across Thailand and into Laos.
- Chiang Mai Arcade Bus Terminal
North-east of the old city. Long-distance and international services.
Arriving in Don Mueang Airport (DMK)
For northern and north-eastern routes, Mo Chit bus terminal is a short taxi or city-bus ride away.
- Don Mueang International Airport · ท่าอากาศยานดอนเมือง
City buses and limousine services leave from outside arrivals; some long-distance vans collect here.
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.
- Low-cost flights land at all hours. Check your connection works with bus departure times.
KEEP GOING
From Don Mueang Airport (DMK), the road continues.
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Chiang Mai from Don Mueang Airport (DMK) by road?+
About 667 km by road (569 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Chiang Mai to Don Mueang Airport (DMK) take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 8 h 30 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 Chiang Mai?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Chiang Mai include Chiang Mai Arcade Bus Terminal, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Don Mueang Airport (DMK) to Chiang Mai?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Don Mueang Airport (DMK) to Chiang Mai guide.
Where does the bus from Chiang Mai arrive in Don Mueang Airport (DMK)?+
It depends on the operator. In Don Mueang Airport (DMK), services use Don Mueang International Airport. For northern and north-eastern routes, Mo Chit bus terminal is a short taxi or city-bus ride away.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Don Mueang Airport (DMK)?+
For northern and north-eastern routes, Mo Chit bus terminal is a short taxi or city-bus ride away.
What kind of bus runs from Chiang Mai to Don Mueang Airport (DMK)?+
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 Chiang Mai to Don Mueang Airport (DMK) 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 Don Mueang Airport (DMK) by bus?+
Direct buses from Don Mueang Airport (DMK) include Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), Ayutthaya, Kanchanaburi, Pattaya and more. See all connections on our Don Mueang Airport (DMK) bus page.
FOLLOW THE INFORMATION
Clear sources. Better decisions.
Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 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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