THE SHORT VERSION
Chiang Mai to Mae Sot at a glance.
- From
- Chiang Mai เชียงใหม่
- To
- Mae Sot แม่สอด
- Road distance
- About 353 km
- Straight line
- 235 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~4 h 30 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Mae Sot 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 Mae Sot
Songthaews and motorbike taxis run into town.
- Mae Sot bus station
Outside the town centre. Long-distance buses and minivans.
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.
- Check the current status of border crossings before planning to travel on.
KEEP GOING
From Mae Sot, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Mae Sot
More buses from Chiang Mai
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Chiang Mai from Mae Sot by road?+
About 353 km by road (235 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Chiang Mai to Mae Sot take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 4 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 Mae Sot to Chiang Mai?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Mae Sot to Chiang Mai guide.
Where does the bus from Chiang Mai arrive in Mae Sot?+
It depends on the operator. In Mae Sot, services use Mae Sot bus station. Songthaews and motorbike taxis run into town.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Mae Sot?+
Songthaews and motorbike taxis run into town.
What kind of bus runs from Chiang Mai to Mae Sot?+
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 Mae Sot 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 Sot by bus?+
Direct buses from Mae Sot include Phitsanulok, Don Mueang Airport (DMK), Chiang Rai, Bangkok, Kanchanaburi and more. See all connections on our Mae Sot 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 Mae Sot bus route listing ↗Wikivoyage: Chiang Mai (Get in) ↗Wikivoyage: Mae Sot (Get in) ↗How BusConnects uses sources →