THE SHORT VERSION
Lampang to Tak at a glance.
- From
- Lampang ลำปาง
- To
- Tak ตาก
- Road distance
- About 182 km
- Straight line
- 162 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~2 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Tak to Lampang →
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 Tak
Ask the seller where the service ends in Tak. 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 Tak, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Tak
More buses from Lampang
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Lampang from Tak by road?+
About 182 km by road (162 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Lampang to Tak take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 2 h 15 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 Tak to Lampang?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Tak to Lampang guide.
Where does the bus from Lampang arrive in Tak?+
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 Tak?+
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 Tak 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 Tak by bus?+
Direct buses from Tak include Sukhothai, Phitsanulok, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Bangkok and more. See all connections on our Tak 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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