Chiang Mai to Khon Kaen Bus: Book Your Seat for Less

Chiang Mai to Khon Kaen Khon Kaen to Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai to Khon Kaen Route Summary

Chiang Mai to Khon Kaen bus is a popular way of traveling. For this specific route, two transport types are available: bus and plane. We found up to 10 bus departures, including 5 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Chiang Mai at 09:00h, arriving at Khon Kaen at 21:30h the same day. While the latest bus departs at 19:00h, arriving at 07:00h the following day. For faster travel, 14 flights are available daily.
Departure station and country Chiang MaiThailand
Arrival station and country Khon KaenThailand
Travel Distance 402 mi
Average Trip Duration 19h 45min
Total Departures 10
Popular Operators Phet Prasert Bus, Esan Tour
Lowest Price $19
Transportation Options Bus, Plane


Traveling by bus from Chiang Mai to Khon Kaen

The shortest travel distance between Chiang Mai and Khon Kaen is 402 mi. The fastest bus which departs at 19:00 has a travel time of h. The longest travel time on the route is 12:30h. Depending on the selected departure, the following amenities are available: air condition, wifi and restroom.

Overnight buses

If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Khon Kaen earlier, there are 5 overnight buses from Chiang Mai to Khon Kaen. The overnight buses depart between and 19:00 and arrive between 02:30 and 07:00 the same day.

Bus companies

There is a total of 2 bus companies operating the routes. These bus companies have not been rated yet by the clients. Here you can see the most popular bus companies operating this route and their overall rating.

Esan Tour
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Departure and arrival stations

If you're wanting more detailed information about either Chiang Mai or Khon Kaen, including general information, station and stop information and other popular routes, you can follow the links below.
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  Chiang Mai

You can see information about the departure station and stops Chiang Mai here

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  Khon Kaen

You can see information about the arrival station and stops Khon Kaen here


Cheapest ticket prices

Adult ticket: $19 (One-Way) or $38 (Return).

Trip reviews from Chiang Mai to Khon Kaen

If you had travelled from Chiang Mai to Khon Kaen, and you want to share your travel experience with fellow travellers, we encourage you to leave a review for the route and tell both to us and to other passengers what part of your journey was the best, and what needs improvement.


Other popular destinations from Khon Kaen

If you're looking for inspiration as to where to travel next once you've reached Khon Kaen, here is the list of the most popular travel combinations that our clients have previously purchased their tickets for:


Chiang Mai to Khon Kaen Bus Summary

Route Overview Key Info
Departure Station Chiang Mai
Destination Station Khon Kaen
Daily Departures Over 10 bus departures , including more than 5 night buses.
Earliest Departures 09:00 AM
Latest Departure 07:00 PM
Travel Distance 402 mi
Travel Time 19:45

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