THE SHORT VERSION
Mae Sot to Chaiyaphum at a glance.
- From
- Mae Sot แม่สอด
- To
- Chaiyaphum ชัยภูมิ
- Road distance
- About 571 km
- Straight line
- 383 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~7 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Not listed as direct
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Mae Sot
Mae Sot is a town on Thailand's western border with Myanmar. Buses and minivans run to Bangkok, Tak, Chiang Mai and Sukhothai.
- Mae Sot bus station
Outside the town centre. Long-distance buses and minivans.
Arriving in Chaiyaphum
Ask the seller where the service ends in Chaiyaphum. 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 Chaiyaphum, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Chaiyaphum
More buses from Mae Sot
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Mae Sot from Chaiyaphum by road?+
About 571 km by road (383 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Mae Sot to Chaiyaphum take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 7 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 Mae Sot?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Mae Sot include Mae Sot bus station, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Chaiyaphum to Mae Sot?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Chaiyaphum to Mae Sot as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Mae Sot arrive in Chaiyaphum?+
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 Mae Sot to Chaiyaphum?+
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 Mae Sot to Chaiyaphum 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 Chaiyaphum by bus?+
Direct buses from Chaiyaphum include Bangkok, Sukhothai, Pattaya, Nakhon Sawan, Samut Prakan and more. See all connections on our Chaiyaphum 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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