THE SHORT VERSION
Mae Sot to Phetchabun at a glance.
- From
- Mae Sot แม่สอด
- To
- Phetchabun เพชรบูรณ์
- Road distance
- About 386 km
- Straight line
- 278 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~5 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Phetchabun to Mae Sot →
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 Phetchabun
Ask the seller where the service ends in Phetchabun. 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 Phetchabun, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Phetchabun
More buses from Mae Sot
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Mae Sot from Phetchabun by road?+
About 386 km by road (278 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Mae Sot to Phetchabun take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 5 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 Phetchabun to Mae Sot?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Phetchabun to Mae Sot guide.
Where does the bus from Mae Sot arrive in Phetchabun?+
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 Phetchabun?+
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 Phetchabun 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 Phetchabun by bus?+
Direct buses from Phetchabun include Phitsanulok, Khon Kaen, Bangkok, Lampang, Chiang Mai and more. See all connections on our Phetchabun 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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