THE SHORT VERSION
Lampang to Phayao at a glance.
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Lampang
Lampang is a northern Thai city south-east of Chiang Mai, known for its horse carts. Buses on the Bangkok–Chiang Mai route stop here.
- Lampang bus terminal
Outside the centre. Long-distance and regional services.
Arriving in Phayao
Ask the seller where the service ends in Phayao. 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 Phayao, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Phayao
More buses from Lampang
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Lampang from Phayao by road?+
About 135 km by road (106 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Lampang to Phayao take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 1 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 Lampang?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Lampang include Lampang bus terminal, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Phayao to Lampang?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Phayao to Lampang as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Lampang arrive in Phayao?+
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 Lampang to Phayao?+
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 Lampang to Phayao 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 Phayao by bus?+
Direct buses from Phayao include Chiang Rai, Chiang Mai, Sukhothai, Phitsanulok, Nakhon Ratchasima (Korat) and more. See all connections on our Phayao 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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