THE SHORT VERSION
Pai to Chiang Khong at a glance.
- From
- Pai ปาย
- To
- Chiang Khong เชียงของ
- Road distance
- About 402 km
- Straight line
- 229 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~6 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Not listed as direct
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Pai
Pai is a small town in the mountains north-west of Chiang Mai. Minivans run from Chiang Mai along a famously winding road with hundreds of bends.
- Pai bus station
In the town centre. Minivans to Chiang Mai and Mae Hong Son.
Arriving in Chiang Khong
Ask the seller where the service ends in Chiang Khong. 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 Chiang Khong, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Chiang Khong
More buses from Pai
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Pai from Chiang Khong by road?+
About 402 km by road (229 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Pai to Chiang Khong take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 6 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 Pai?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Pai include Pai bus station, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Chiang Khong to Pai?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Chiang Khong to Pai as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Pai arrive in Chiang Khong?+
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 vehicle runs from Pai to Chiang Khong?+
12Go lists minivan (shared van) services on this route rather than full-size buses. Vans are usually quicker but have less luggage space, so check the luggage allowance for your departure before you book.
Can I book the Pai to Chiang Khong 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 Chiang Khong by bus?+
Direct buses from Chiang Khong include Chiang Rai, Chiang Mai, Luang Prabang, Bangkok. See all connections on our Chiang Khong bus page.
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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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