THE SHORT VERSION
Pai to Mae Hong Son at a glance.
- From
- Pai ปาย
- To
- Mae Hong Son แม่ฮ่องสอน
- Road distance
- About 106 km
- Straight line
- 50 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~2 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Not listed as direct
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.
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 Mae Hong Son, the road continues.
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Pai from Mae Hong Son by road?+
About 106 km by road (50 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Pai to Mae Hong Son take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 2 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 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 Mae Hong Son to Pai?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Mae Hong Son to Pai as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Pai arrive in Mae Hong Son?+
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 Pai to Mae Hong Son?+
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 Pai to Mae Hong Son 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 Mae Hong Son by bus?+
Direct buses from Mae Hong Son include Chiang Mai, Bangkok. See all connections on our Mae Hong Son 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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