THE SHORT VERSION
Chiang Mai to Hua Hin at a glance.
- From
- Chiang Mai เชียงใหม่
- To
- Hua Hin หัวหิน
- Road distance
- About 878 km
- Straight line
- 699 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~11 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Hua Hin 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 Hua Hin
Use a tuk-tuk or motorbike taxi into town; agree the fare first.
- Hua Hin bus station (BKS)
On Phetkasem Road, about 3 km south of the centre. Long-distance buses. - Roong Reuang coach terminal
About 7 km north, near Hua Hin Airport. Coaches to Suvarnabhumi Airport and Pattaya.
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.
- Buses heading south pass through town, so you can often get off before the terminal.
KEEP GOING
From Hua Hin, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Hua Hin
More buses from Chiang Mai
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Chiang Mai from Hua Hin by road?+
About 878 km by road (699 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Chiang Mai to Hua Hin take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 11 h 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 Hua Hin to Chiang Mai?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Hua Hin to Chiang Mai guide.
Where does the bus from Chiang Mai arrive in Hua Hin?+
It depends on the operator. In Hua Hin, services use Hua Hin bus station (BKS), Roong Reuang coach terminal. Use a tuk-tuk or motorbike taxi into town; agree the fare first.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Hua Hin?+
Use a tuk-tuk or motorbike taxi into town; agree the fare first.
What kind of bus runs from Chiang Mai to Hua Hin?+
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 Hua Hin 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 Hua Hin by bus?+
Direct buses from Hua Hin include Bangkok, Phuket Town, Don Mueang Airport (DMK), Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), Chumphon and more. See all connections on our Hua Hin 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.
12Go: Chiang Mai to Hua Hin bus route listing ↗Wikivoyage: Chiang Mai (Get in) ↗Wikivoyage: Hua Hin (Get in) ↗How BusConnects uses sources →