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Bangkok to Chiang Mai Overnight Bus Travel – Times & Tickets by SOMBAT TOUR

Apr 2, 2024 | Go Places

Taking the bus is an easy way to travel from Bangkok to Chiang Mai or vice versa. It is also a popular alternative to train travel.

Chiang Mai, the biggest city in Northern Thailand, is located about 700km from Bangkok, the capital city of Thailand. Every day there are thousands of people travelling between these two cities, either by taking the train, bus or flying. Many tourists fly into Bangkok and then head north to Chiang Mai as part of the same holiday.

Every day thousands of people travel between Bangkok and Chiang Mai by bus, as well as to the other provinces in Northern Thailand.

The quickest mode of traversing from Bangkok to Chiang Mai or vice versa is, of course, by taking the one hour flight. And tourists love the overnight sleeper train for the fantastic countryside views they can get from the scenic train ride.

The cheapest way to travel between Chiang Mai and Bangkok is by taking the bus, and it is faster than train travel. The 700 kilometres bus route is a 9 hours journey whereas, by train, it takes between 11~14 hours depending on which train service you use. 

Bus travel isn’t really as bad as it sounds so please don’t be scared by the long travelling hour and distance. Select the correct bus and buy the right ticket, you’ll find that travelling by bus is a surprisingly comfortable experience.

This article will discuss extensively the luxury coach, particularly the overnight sleeper bus, about the schedules, tickets, bus stations, and other useful information that helps plan your trip in Bangkok and Chiang Mai.

Travelling by bus is a comfortable experience if you choose the right bus company and buy the correct ticket.

“SUPREME CLASS” Bus by Sombat Tour

The “Supreme Class” bus by Sombat Tour bus company is one of the best bus travel experiences you could have in Thailand. FYI, Sombat Tour is a very reputable bus company that provides excellent luxury coach services travelling to many provinces in Thailand.

The Supreme Class’s bus fare to Chiang Mai, or Bangkok, is 823 Baht  one way. There are ten departure times for these buses each day, for both Chiang Mai and Bangkok. Most of them leave the bus terminal in the evening between 6.00pm ~ 10.00pm. That means you’ll arrive at your destination the next day morning between 5.00am ~ 8.00am. 

The SUPREME BUS operated by Sombat Tour is one of the best bus travel experience you could have in Thailand. They are comfortable, reliable and cheap.

If you are travelling on a small budget and don’t mind paying less for the lower class bus type, there is also the Super Class (617 Baht) and Star Class (529 Baht) to choose from. The travelling hour is still the same but comes at a cheaper fare. Seats are smaller and without some of the luxurious features and facilities of the Supreme Class.

See the timetable below for the bus schedules. You can see that most buses depart in the evening and arrive in the next day’s morning. 

Timetable for departure and the estimated time of arrival for the bus leaving Bangkok for Chiang Mai.

Timetable for departure and the estimated time of arrival for the bus leaving Chiang Mai for Bangkok.

The Bus’s Features & Facilities

The Supreme Class bus is a luxury coach equipped with first class facilities. In Thailand, this type of luxury coach is commonly called the “VIP First Class” bus. 

The bus has 24 spacious seatings, with the seat setting being one on the left and two seats on the right. Seats can be reclined 135-degree and with adjustable leg rest, which helps passengers to fall asleep faster and more soundly. Each chair has a built-in massager (adjustable) so that you can be pummelled for 9 hours if you want. 

The bus also comes with free onboard Wi-Fi and 2 USB charging ports at every seat (1.0 Amp and 2.1 Amp) to charge mobile phone and tablet. Every seating has its own touchscreen personal entertainment system with English and Asian movies, interactive games and music. You’ll be given a USB headphone for watching movies and listening to music, but you can also use your 3.5mm headphone if you wish. 

The personal entertainment system with English and Asian movies, interactive games and music.

Complimentary water and snacks, as well as a blanket and neck pillow, are provided onboard. The blanket is a lifesaver, as it can get quite chilly on the bus thanks to the air conditioning. Much like in an aeroplane, we recommend you bring additional layers of clothes to stay warm. An onboard lavatory is available for light usage throughout the 9-hour journey. 

The check-in baggage service is also available, with each passenger is allowed two pieces of luggage not exceeding 25kg in total. If the luggage is too big or exceeds the weight limit, an extra transportation fee will be charged. For security purpose, passengers will be given a luggage tag for their checked-in baggage. Small hand carry bag can be stored in the overhead compartment. 

The complimentary water and snacks are served twice, usually, during the first and the last 30 minutes of the journey. 

Passengers won’t have to wait until the rest stop if they wish to ease themselves because there is an onboard lavatory at the back of the bus.

Where To Buy The Bus Ticket

Because Sombat Tour is a famous bus company in Thailand, you should book the bus ticket ahead to avoid disappointment, particularly if you are visiting Thailand during the high tourist season . The bus ticket can be purchased up to one year in advance of the actual travel date. 

The easiest way to purchase bus ticket is through Sombat Tour’s official website here . However, at the time of writing, the booking system is only available in the Thai language, even if the site is multi-lingual. You can try to proceed with the help of Google Translate as we find the booking process quite straight forward.

Choose the desired date and time, followed by your contact information and finally be directed to the merchant’s payment page, which is in ENGLISH to complete the payment with a credit card. You’ll receive a booking confirmation when payment is successful. 

The online booking system is only available in the Thai language, for now. But the process is pretty straight forward and can be easily completed with the help of using Google Translate. 

When book online, you have the options to pay either by credit card or over the cashier counter at 7-11 stores in Thailand.

If you don’t feel secure to pay with a credit card, you can choose the option to pay at 7-11 store during the online checkout page. You may walk into the nearest 7-11 store (in Thailand) with the booking code you received during the booking process and pay at the cashier counter either by cash or credit card.

Note that the payment must be completed within three hours upon the booking code is issued, and there will be a service charge of 25 Baht on top of the ticket price. You’ll receive a payment slip when payment is successful.

You can then bring this booking confirmation or the payment slip to the bus station’s ticket counter at least 30 minutes before the actual time of departure to claim your bus ticket.  

Another way to book Sombat Tour’s bus ticket is to buy it directly from their ticket counter. If you are in Bangkok, you can go to any of their five ticket counters here . In Chiang Mai, their ticket counter is located at Arcade Bus Station 3. Payment can be made either by cash or credit card. 

Bus Online Ticket

Another way to purchase the bus ticket easily is through the online ticket agent here . It is very convenient because the booking website is entirely in English, and they accept payment by Paypal , credit card, as well as payment over-the-counter at Tesco Lotus and Big C convenient stores.

Buying the bus ticket through online ticket agent is time-saving, but please pay very careful attention when choosing your bus ticket because other than Sombat Tour, they also sell the ticket for the other bus companies like Bangkok Busline, Thai Sriram Bus Express, etc. You may read their booking FAQ here .

Bus ticket going to the other destinations like Chiang Rai, Sukhothai, Phuket, Krabi, Pattaya, Siem Reap (Cambodia) is also on sale. Check availability and booking here .

See Bus Schedule from Bangkok to Chiang Mai .

See Bus Schedule from Chiang Mai to Bangkok .

Look out for the bus company name and type of class when booking your bus ticket online. 

Sombat Tour’s Bus Terminals

In Bangkok, Sombat Tour have their own bus terminal located at Vibhavadi (Vibhavadi Rangsit Rd, Lat Yao). Take note some of their buses depart from Mo Chit Bus Terminal, which is the biggest bus station in Bangkok. In Chiang Mai, the bus will arrive and depart from Arcade Bus Terminal 3. You can go to these bus terminals by using GRAB . 

Please be at the bus terminal at least 30 minutes before the actual time of departure to find your boarding platform. For bus ticket purchased online, you would first need to claim your ticket at the ticket counter.

If you arrive early at the bus terminal (Vibhavadi and Chiang Mai terminals), you may sit and relax at the terminal lounge which comes with free Wi-Fi, and public announcement for boarding.

Other facilities at the bus terminal include shower rooms, convenience store, massage centres (not free), a cafe, ATMs, coin-operated public telephone, etc. 

In Bangkok, Sombat Tour has its own bus terminal at Vibhavadi. Some of their buses also use Mo Chit Bus Terminal. 

Passengers can rest at the terminal lounge while waiting for the bus departure. Wi-Fi and charging stations are available here. 

The Rest Stop 

Halfway into the journey, there will be a quick rest stop at Kamphaeng Phet Province where everybody can get down the bus for 30 minutes. Passengers may wash-up, walk around to stretch their legs, smoke a cigarette, buy souvenirs, or eat. The rest stop also has a minimart for passengers to replenish on snacks and drinks, if necessary. 

Supreme Class bus ticket holder is entitled to free buffet-style Thai meal at the restaurant. Of course, you may remain seated or sleep on the bus as the air-conditioner is always turned-on throughout the 30 minutes rest stop.

The minimarket at the rest stop where passengers can buy water and snacks, as well as souvenirs. 

The Supreme Class ticket price is inclusive of a free buffet style Thai meal inside the restaurant. 

The Wiang Ping Super VIP Class Bus

Every day there is one trip of a super luxurious bus departing from Bangkok and Chiang Mai. It’s called the “Wiang Ping” Super VIP Bus . The bus is a 20 seater luxury coach aims to give its passengers the comfort feel comparable to the first-class airline experience. 

The seats are bigger and more spacious. There are only two rows of seats, separated from each other by the aisle so that you won’t be bothered by a chatty seatmate. It’s suitable for people who want to be left alone, the single/solo traveller, the heartbroken … The bus leaves Bangkok at 9.19pm and Chiang Mai at 7.20pm daily. The fare is similar to Supreme Class bus ticket, i.e. 823 Baht one-way. 

The “WIANG PING” Supreme Bus has only 20 seats. The chair is wider and the aisle is also bigger even though the ticket price is the same as the usual Supreme Bus. 

Other than Chiang Mai, Sombat Tour also provide Supreme Class bus service to the other Northern Thailand provinces.

Many tourists combine their visit to Chiang Mai with detours to the neighbouring provinces such as Mae Hong Son, Lampang, Phayao, Chiang Khong and Chiang Rai. Sombat Tour has daily bus service (direct) travelling from these cities to Bangkok and vice versa.

There is also the bus going from Chiang Mai to Khon Kaen (Northeastern Thailand), and to Hua Hin (Southern Thailand) daily. You may refer to the bus schedule here as well as buying the bus ticket online. 

The Arcade Bus Terminal 3 at Chiang Mai. Besides Bangkok, you also can take Sombat Tour’s bus from here to Khon Kaen and Hua Hin.

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About Sombat Tour

Bus is a convenient way of travel no matter whether you need to get to a neighboring town a couple of hours away or venture further afield crossing the whole country. Whatever your budget, buses have you covered. Express buses offer the most affordable ticket price for travellers who have very little money to spend. VIP options are geared toward those who do not want to compromise on comfort. Before you jump on a bus, make sure you choose the type of service which suits you best. For a long-haul trip look for a VIP or first-class coach which provides non-stop service to your destination or just call a minor number of stations along the way. Express or local buses in many cases may prove an acceptable choice for shorter trips, but longer rides are often not the best buy. Study the timetable before going as many long-haul destinations are served by night buses, and some offer wider seats or sleeper berths for such travels. Make an online reservation for your bus ticket with Sombat Tour. Other travellers’ reviews will help you to choose the best ticket and coach class.

Sombat Tour Popular Stations

The main stations covered by Sombat Tour’s buses include:

• Ranong Bus Station Sombat
• Sombat Tour Chiang Khong
• Si Chiang Mai
• Sombat Tour Ranong Office
• Southern Terminal Bangkok
• Surat Thani Bus Terminal
• Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3
• Nakhon Phanom
• Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 2
• Thung Chang
• Sombat Tour Viphavadee 13
• Sombat Tour Ban Tha Ton
• Lamphun Bus Station
• Mae Hong Son
• Chiang Saen
• Hua Hin Bus Station
• Phuket Bus Terminal 2
• Lampang Bus Station
• Nan Bus Terminal

Sombat Tour Top Destinations

Sombat Tour buses ply a number of routes and here is the list of some of the most popular ones:

• Bangkok - Phuket
• Bangkok - Chiang Mai
• Phuket - Bangkok
• Chiang Mai - Bangkok
• Bangkok - Chiang Rai
• Chiang Rai - Bangkok
• Bangkok - Khon Kaen
• Bangkok - Hua Hin
• Hua Hin - Bangkok
• Bangkok - Ranong
• Ranong - Bangkok
• Bangkok - Nan
• Bangkok - Lampang
• Bangkok - Mae Hong Son
• Bangkok - Nong Khai
• Mae Hong Son - Bangkok
• Bangkok - Surin
• Nong Khai - Bangkok
• Bangkok - Mukdahan
• Surat Thani Bus Terminal - Bangkok
• Surin - Bangkok
• Lampang - Bangkok
• Bangkok - Mae Sai
• Nan - Bangkok
• Bangkok - Surat Thani Bus Terminal
• Mae Sai - Bangkok
• Bangkok - Chiang Khong
• Bangkok - Sisaket
• Mukdahan - Bangkok
• Sisaket - Bangkok
• Bangkok - Phayao
• Chiang Khong - Bangkok
• Lamphun - Bangkok
• Bangkok - Lamphun
• Phrae - Bangkok
• Phayao - Bangkok
• Bangkok - Phrae

Sombat Tour Ticket Prices & Bus Classes

One of the best things about bus travel is that you can almost tailor-make your trip adjusting it to your requirements for privacy and comfort. Different classes and types of buses cater to the different needs of travellers. The cheapest trips are normally offered by standard-class buses. They may be called local, express or ordinary. These are a good choice for shorter trips. Sleepers or VIP coaches are good both for longer and overnight trips. They may offer berths or wide soft reclining seats, sometimes with built-in massage options, blankets, soft drinks, and snacks, or more substantial meals on board or during toilet or refuelling stops. Travelling by night buses allows you to save on a hotel room, but to ensure the most comfortable ride do choose the class of your bus wisely. Prices always depend on the distance you ride and the type of coach. For some, even shorter trips, it is worth investing some extra money and buying a seat on a VIP bus as it can save you twice as much time as you spend travelling by an ordinary bus.

Travel by Bus: Pros & Cons

Pros of bus travel.

• Bus is the best choice to get to destinations that are not connected by rail or planes. The network of buses often covers almost the whole country, and their routes are well and long-established.
• Opposite to air travel and sometimes rail travel, taking a bus does not require arriving at the bus station much in advance. Check-in, even on international routes, does not take much time. Luggage allowances are usually very traveller-friendly, and the fee for extra luggage, if limits are set, is normally not very high.
• Bus tickets can be more affordable compared to air or fast train tickets. There is always a choice of ticket classes for all pockets. Cheaper standard options may be a bit slow and do not offer top comfort, but anyway acceptable and bring you to your destination. On longer routes, toilets or toilet stops as well as snacks, water, and sometimes toiletries and blankets are almost always included in the price.
• If you are ready to spend more, some VIP coaches offer seating comparable to business class on a plane with wide soft reclining seats, blankets, fewer passengers, and many other perks to make your trip a pleasant journey.

Cons of Bus Travel

• Newer intercity bus terminals are very often located out of the city close to bigger highways to allow buses to avoid city congestion. Unfortunately, it may create extra challenges for travellers, too. Getting to such a terminal may be a problem as in some destinations there are restrictions on vehicles allowed to enter the terminal, and you will have to use special carriers to get there. This results in higher costs as prices may be inflated. Also do calculate extra time if you are travelling during rush hours, especially if you are not familiar with the traffic situation at your starting point.
• Buses are probably the means of transport which runs out of schedule more often than trains or planes. They are heavily dependent on the road situation which sometimes can be unpredictable – accidents, road construction works, detours, etc. This is especially true for travels during weekends, high season, or national holidays. Do keep this in mind and do not plan tight connections.
• Travelling on certain routes or during the most popular periods may require advanced booking. Bear in mind that it is not always possible to show up at the bus station and hop on the next bus – tickets may well be all sold out, so organize your trip accordingly.

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Sombat Tour -Tickets and online bookings

Sombat Tour is a public transportation service provider in Thailand that has been operating since 1942. Since then, they have expanded their services to the northern, north-eastern, central, and southern parts of Thailand and cover 30 routes in total.

Official address : 23/21 Soi Vibhavadi 13, Lat Yao, Chatuchak, Bangkok 10900

Phone 1: +66 (0)84 6749443

Phone 2: +66 (0)98 -252 0888

• 4.5 Based on 32 reviews

Very comfortable and punctual. Nothing to complain about.

La climatisation fuit et ça pleut sur nous toute la nuit.

Everything was fine. Water and snacks were included. Seats were okay, even for tall Europeans.

Definitely the best way to travel. You get snacks, water and juice. The seats recline like beds. Complementary dinner vouchers half way through the journey when you stop. The sad part, no wifi, no headphones for tv and the chargers need usb adapters. Make sure you have one or you will have a flat phone. Great staff

No problems Bus on time, comfortable seats, air conditioning and a bottle of water. Thanks

Very comfortable and smooth ride!

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Sombat Tour’s popular routes

Bangkok to Chiang Mai

The distance between Bangkok and Chiang Mai is 354 miles, or approximately 567 kilometers. There are 5 ways to get from Bangkok to Chiang Mai, including flight, bus, minivan, car, and train. There are no morning departures for this route. The Earliest departure leaves at 23:00 and has a duration of 1 hour 15 minutes. The fastest way to travel is by bus, which takes approximately 10 hours 30 minutes.

Bangkok to Chiang Mai by

Chiang mai to bangkok.

The distance between Chiang Mai and Bangkok is 354 miles, or approximately 567 kilometers. There are 5 ways to get from Chiang Mai to Bangkok, including flight, bus, minivan, car, and train. There are no morning departures for this route. The Earliest departure leaves at 23:30 and has a duration of 13 hours 38 minutes. The fastest way to travel is by bus, which takes approximately 10 hours.

Chiang Mai to Bangkok by

Bangkok to phuket.

The distance between Bangkok and Phuket is 433 miles, or approximately 692 kilometers. There are 4 ways to get from Bangkok to Phuket, including flight, bus, minivan, and car. There are no morning departures for this route. The Earliest departure leaves at 22:00 and has a duration of 12 hours. The fastest way to travel is by bus, which takes approximately 12 hours 45 minutes.

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Hua hin to bangkok.

The distance between Hua Hin and Bangkok is 103 miles, or approximately 165 kilometers. There are 4 ways to get from Hua Hin to Bangkok, including minivan, car, bus, and train. There are no morning departures for this route. The Earliest departure leaves at 17:14 and has a duration of 3 hours 31 minutes. The fastest way to travel is by bus, which takes approximately 4 hours.

Hua Hin to Bangkok by

Bangkok to hua hin.

The distance between Bangkok and Hua Hin is 103 miles, or approximately 165 kilometers. There are 4 ways to get from Bangkok to Hua Hin, including minivan, car, bus, and train. There are no morning departures for this route. The Earliest departure leaves at 22:00 and has a duration of 4 hours. The fastest way to travel is by bus, which takes approximately 3 hours 30 minutes.

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Sombat Tour's most popular stations

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• Mae Hong Son
• Chiang Khong
• Nakhon Phanom
• Hua Hin Bus Station 888 Phet Kasem Rd, Tambon Hua Hin, Amphoe Hua Hin, Chang Wat Prachuap Khiri Khan 77110, Thailand
• Sombat Tour Viphavadee 13 Bus Station 13 Soi Vibhavadi Rangsit 16, Khwaeng Chom Phon, Khet Chatuchak, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10900, Tailandia
• Surat Thani Bus Terminal 417, Wat Pradu, Surat Thani 84000, Thailand
• Southern Bangkok Bus Terminal 2/2, Borommaratchachonnani Rd, Chim Phli, Taling Chan, Bangkok 10170, Thailand
• Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3, Tambon Wat Ket, Amphoe Mueang Chiang Mai, Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50000, Thailand
• Sombat Tour Ban Tha Ton Thung Thong Hotel, 314 Thaton Road Tambon Malika, Chiang Mai Chang Wat Chiang Mai 50280
• Phuket Bus Terminal 2 Phuket Bus Terminal 2, Ratsada, Mueang Phuket District, Phuket, Thailand
• Sombat Tour Chiang Rai Sombat Tour Chiang Rai
• Chiang Saen 1290, Wiang, Chiang Rai 57150, Thailand
• Ranong Bus Station Sombat Ranong Bus Station
• Sombat Tour Ranong Office Bang Non, Mueang Ranong District, Ranong 85000
• Mae Sai Bus Terminal Maesai Bus Terminal, Wiang Phang Kham, Mae Sai District, Chiang Rai 57130,Thailand
• Khon Kaen Bor Kor Soh 3, Liang Muang Rd. A.Maung, Khon Kean Province
• Mae Hong Son Sampan Chareon Mueang, Chong Kham, Mae Hong Son 58000, Thailand
• Sombat Tour Chiang Khong Bus Station 1020, Tambon Wiang, Amphoe Chiang Khong, Chang Wat Chiang Rai 57140, Thailand
• Lamphun Bus Station 56/7-8, Sanamkela Road, Tambon Nai Mueang, Amphoe Mueang Lamphun, Lamphun, 51000, Tambon Nai Mueang, Amphoe Mueang Lamphun, Chang Wat Lamphun 51000
• Lampang Bus Station 7FGM+W88, Phrabat, Mueang Lampang District, Lampang 52000, Thailand
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How much does a flight ride cost from bangkok to chiang mai.

The cost of a flight ride for a roundtrip adult ticket to Chiang Mai leaving from Bangkok is around $29.64

Do Sombat Tour have toilets on board?

Sombat Tour do have toilets on board!

Is there Wi-Fi on Sombat Tour?

Most of the Sombat Tour rides have Wi-Fi on board. We recommend reaching out directly to Sombat Tour to find out if your ride is one of those rides.

Do I need to print my ticket or does Sombat Tour offer e-tickets?

Sombat Tour has e-tickets so you don’t need to print your tickets.

Which cities does Sombat Tour operate in?

Sombat Tour operates in Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket, Hua Hin, Chiang Rai, Suratthani, Nong Khai, Lampang, Ubon Ratchathani, Phrae, Sisaket, Nan, Lamphun, Vientiane, Ranong, Mukdahan, Surin, Mae Sai, Mae Hong Son, Khon Kaen, Chiang Khong, Si Sa Ket, Chong Mek, Phayao, Fang, Nonthaburi, Nakhon Phanom, and Khemmarat

What is Sombat Tour’s contact information?

Phone: +66 (0)84 6749443

Where is the Sombat Tour office?

Sombat Tour’s office is located at 23/21 Soi Vibhavadi 13, Lat Yao, Chatuchak, Bangkok 10900

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Starting as a public transportation operator in 1942, Sombat Tour operated as Tek Chiang in Thailand. The company changed its name to Sombat Tour in November 1978 when it was registered as Thep Sombat Co. Ltd. In the course of its 50 years in operation. The company has focused on improving its bus services and raising industry standards in Thailand.

The business has expanded to 30 routes, covering various national regions. The company operates under the motto "Sombat Tour, Best friend companion" and tries to continuously improve transportation and customer service with their preparedness in all aspects. Its well-organized administration is the reason behind its success. The company has received several awards for its outstanding bus service.

Sombat Tour buses travel to many major cities and popular tourist locations. Moreover, it has a wide variety of buses for you to choose from. Sombat Tour consistently improves the quality of its services and provides punctuality, friendly employees, and extraordinary amenities. If you want to book bus tickets on Sombat Tour, log onto redBus to get exciting offers.

Sombat Tour Bus Services

Buses operated by Sombat Tour frequently travel between several cities. Depending on the amenities supplied onboard and the traveller's budget, Sombat Tour offers a variety of bus models. These models include Supreme, Super, Star, and Smart buses.

As of now, Sombat Tour operates only in Thailand. With more than 59 departures every day, predominantly from Bangkok, Chiang Mai, and Phuket, it is one of the busiest bus companies. Thus, Sombat Tour is trusted by various locals as well as tourists.

You can check out the availability of buses on the redBus website.

Amenities Offered by Sombat Tour Buses

If you are travelling with Sombat Tour buses, you must know about the amenities offered to its passengers. Moreover, it will help you learn all services available and ask for something if required.

Some of the most prominent amenities offered by Sombat Tour buses are:

• Complimentary Snacks and Drinks
• Neck Pillow
• Air conditioning
• Reclining Chairs

These are only a few of the various amenities provided by Sombat Tour. In addition, you should confirm that the buses you select for your trip have the amenities you require. Prices for bus tickets may vary from one bus to the next depending on the number of amenities and the type of bus you choose.

Popular Routes Covered by Sombat Tour

Sombat Tour is one of the busiest bus companies in Thailand. It provides services to a variety of cities. Some of the local routes covered by Sombat Tour are:

• Bangkok to Chiang Mai
• Chiang Mai to Bangkok
• Bangkok to Koh Samui
• Nan to Bangkok
• Bangkok to Hua Hin
• Bangkok to Khon Kaen
• Lampang to Bangkok
• Mae Hong Son to Bangkok
• Khon Kaen to Chiang Mai
• Bangkok to Surin
• Bangkok to Sisaket
• Khon Kaen to Chiang Rai
• Bangkok to Phayao
• Bangkok to Ubon Ratchathani

Sombat Tour bus services cover various other routes. You can book any of these routes from the redBus website.

Popular Bus Terminals Covered by Sombat Tour

While travelling long distances, it is important to know the major terminals. It helps in understanding the boarding and drop-off points. Some of the popular bus terminals covered by Sombat Tour are:

• Bangkok Bus Terminal (Chatuchak)
• Ubon Ratchathani Bus Terminal
• Chiang Mai Bus Terminal
• Ranong Bus Terminal
• Surat Thani Bus Terminal
• Nan Bus Terminal
• Phitsanulok Bus Terminal 1

Through redBus, you may find more details on these terminals and other information. To access the necessary Sombat Tour terminal information, log onto the redBus platform. After selecting your boarding and drop-off points, you can carry forward with booking your bus tickets and make the final payment.

Popular Cities Served by Sombat Tour

Some of the most popular cities served by Sombat Tour are:

• Surat Thani
• Ubon Ratchathani
• Mae Hong Son

redBus provides you with the option of booking tickets from any of these cities. Moreover, it also showcases an extensive list of boarding and drop-off points to choose from.

Types of Buses Offered by Sombat Tour

Sombat Tour has a great frequency of buses that ply between different cities regularly. One can choose to travel by different types of buses offered by Sombat Tour based on the facilities available onboard and budget. The various types of buses offered by Sombat Tour include:

• Business Class

Office Address of Somabat Tour

There are quite a few offices of Sombat Tour in Thailand. Some of them are listed below:

Mo Chit Bus Terminal

Address : Kamphaeng Phet Rd., Chatuchak, Bangkok 10900

Phone: 1215/02-936-3256

Address : 37 Ka-om Rd., Watsomanas, Pomprapsattruphai, Bangkok 10100

Phone: 1215/02-030-4999

Southern Bus Terminal

Address : 8 Soi Borommaratchachonnani 62/6, Chimphli, Taling Chan, Bangkok 10170

Phone: 02-894-6050-1

Sukhonthasawat

Address : 17/150 Sukhonthasawat Rd., Ladprao, Bangkok 10230

Phone: 1215/086-317-1992

Address: 23/21 Soi Vibhavadi 11-13, Ladyao, Chatuchak, Bangkok 10900

Phone: 1215/083-296-6944

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Sombat Tour Review

Last updated on December 11, 2023

Posted on December 11, 2023 April 5, 2023 by Kamolchat Thanaditsayakun

Sombat Tour is a well-known and respected public transport company, operating a fleet of modern buses on routes across Thailand, mostly departing from Bangkok. In the main, they operate three different standards of buses – Supreme, Super and Star with differing levels of luxury across the three, including reclining chairs, massage chairs, and personal TV screens. You could argue that the quality of their buses is good enough to rival those in Western countries, and their plan certainly seems to be to provide a better quality of service in Thailand by giving better comfort levels and facilities onboard their buses. With plenty of other bus companies operating across Thailand, how does Sombat Tour compare in terms of prices, schedules and service? Our Sombat Tour company review will answer those questions and more.

About Sombat Tour

Sombat Tour is a very well established public transport company with their roots dating back to 1942, when the business was formed under the name Tek Chiang. In 1978 they changed the name to Thepsombat Company Limited and began trading as Sombat Tour, so they have been operating public transport services for close to 80 years now. Initially, they operated a small number of routes but have expanded a lot over the last few decades to cover all regions of Thailand to some extent. In total, they operate 30 different routes, with the majority of these departing from or going to the country’s capital city, Bangkok. Some of the most popular routes include Bangkok to Phuket, Bangkok to Chiang Mai, Bangkok to Hua Hin, Bangkok to Koh Samui, and Bangkok to Surat Thani , while routes departing from other cities include Chiang Mai to Hua Hin, and Chiang Rai to Nakhon Phanom.

Sombat Tour does not operate any cross-border routes, so if you’re looking to travel from Thailand into a neighboring country, you’ll need to consider different bus companies, or catch a flight. Another option is to use Sombat Tour to get you close to the border but cross the border independently before picking up another bus on the other side; a good idea if you were intent on traveling with Sombat Tour as much as possible!

Schedules vary on all their routes, with some routes only having one or two buses each way per day, while others have multiple buses to choose from. Bangkok to Chiang Mai is a good example, with around 20 departures from Bangkok each day, departing from Mo Chit and/or Vibhavadi and you can choose which type of bus you want to travel on depending on the schedule. They have Star, Super and Supreme services as well as a VIP 20 bus. These and the Supreme buses are the most expensive as both are VIP types. More on the bus types in a moment. Another good thing to look out for is that Sombat Tour provides special ‘Lady Buses’ as they call them, which are special buses put on just for female passengers on Fridays and Sundays from Bangkok to Chiang Mai. This is great news if you’re a female traveling alone.

Let’s take a closer look at the different buses that Sombat Tour operates. Star buses have the cheapest tickets, so consider these if you’re traveling on a budget. Even these most affordable bus services are very comfortable as they offer seats that recline and have calf support for your legs, and there is a steward onboard serving snacks and beverages. The Super class buses are similar – both have four seats to a row – but these could be double-decker buses and may include massage chairs and personal TV screens in addition to those other comforts. Supreme class buses are the VIP types that you may have traveled on with other bus companies. These have only three seats per row, giving you larger seats and more room around you. All seats have a massage option, and they recline further than those on the more standard buses.

Tickets to travel with Sombat Tour are generally quite comparable to buses operated by other companies, but you will probably find you’re paying a few more baht to travel with Sombat Tour. You could argue that you’re getting a great service for that slight extra cost, as even Sombat Tour’s standard buses include more than some other provider’s luxury buses, so you are getting more for your money anyway.

Sombat Tour Customer Reviews

The buses operated by Sombat Tour certainly appear to be very well equipped, comfortable and modern, according to their website, but are they really as good as they say they are? Looking at reviews of Sombat Tour that have been left by previous passengers is the best way to judge this.

Many passengers use the travel website, 12Go.asia to book their bus tickets in Thailand. On this travel booking site you can enter the route and dates that you want to travel, then compare all the different transport options. For popular routes like Bangkok to Chiang Mai , they sell tickets for Sombat Tour as well as other bus companies so you can check the prices and bus types, and read reviews, before going ahead to book.

At the time of writing, over 18,700 customers have booked bus tickets with Sombat Tour through 12Go , and there are over 1,200 reviews of the company. The overall rating is 4.4 out of 5 stars, which is very good. 62% of customers gave 5 stars and 25% gave 4 stars, with very low percentages giving 3, 2 or 1 stars, so customers have definitely been impressed and very happy according to these Sombat Tour reviews.

Looking at some of the recent comments on the reviews, passengers have raved over how comfortable and well equipped the buses were, that the staff were friendly and the driving was good, that they arrived on time, and that it was good value for money. There were a few negative points mentioned in recent reviews. Several customers said that there were no announcements in English and therefore they had trouble figuring out what was going on when the bus stopped for a break. Some others mentioned that there was no Wi-Fi, but we could not see any claims that they offer Wi-Fi – perhaps this is a service that could be added in the future. Another comment was about the air conditioning being too cold, but this is a very standard complaint on buses in Thailand and we recommend always bringing a few extra layers.

Should You Travel with Sombat Tour?

With generally very good reviews, it seems as though Sombat Tour is striving to, and reaching their goals, to provide a great service. In countries like Thailand, keeping to schedules to arrive and depart on time is a common problem, but it looks as though Sombat Tour is good at keeping to their scheduled timetables and that they genuinely want to provide a comfortable and affordable service to their passengers. With this in mind, we can’t see any reason not to recommend traveling with Sombat Tour, even if they might be very slightly more expensive than some of their competitors. Remember, you can check prices for Sombat Tour and other bus companies on the travel website, 12Go , and make up your own mind.

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Travel with Sombat Tour

Sombat Tour is a bus company based in Bangkok, Thailand. It offers departures in 1 country, such as Thailand . It is one of the many bus companies in Thailand, as it offers more than 99 daily departures, mostly from cities like Bangkok , Chiang Mai , and Phuket. Sombat Tour operates regular bus lines. Intercity buses are also offered by Sombat Tour.

Popular domestic bus lines

Sombat Tour offers comfortable rides between a lot of well known destinations in Thailand . You can find their most popular departures below:

Bangkok - Hua Hin Chiang Mai - Bangkok Phuket - Bangkok Chiang Rai - Bangkok Hua Hin - Bangkok

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Sombat Tour holds an average score of 5 , derived from 2 reviews submitted by our travellers. This places Sombat Tour at the 18. position among all bus companies in Thailand and 330. position globally. 50% of our travellers rated their experience with Sombat Tour as very good. Among the amenities offered, passengers expressed the highest satisfaction with the Value for money and Driver. You can see some of the reviews left by our passengers below:

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BANGKOK TO CHIANG MAI by TRAIN or BUS: Schedule and Fares

Bangkok is the epicenter of Southeast Asia’s backpacking scene, thanks to its central location, cheap costs, and direct flights from almost every major city worldwide. Naturally, travelers use this as entry point and jump off point to other destinations not just in Thailand but in the ASEAN region.

Most travelers on a multi-city tour take one of these three usual routes: go north to Chiang Mai, go south to Phuket and Krabi, or go out to Siem Reap in Cambodia. If you’re planning on taking the first route, this post is for you.

From Bangkok, you can reach Chiang Mai in three ways: by train, by bus, and by plane.

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Bangkok to Chiang Mai by Train

The first thing you should do is to get to Hua Lamphong Station (aka Bangkok Railway Station), where trains bound for Chiang Mai start their journey. If you’re coming from Suvarnabhumi Airport or Don Mueang Airport, here’s how to get to Hua Lamphong: Airport to Hua Lamphong .

At Hua Lamphong Station, you have a choice to ride a daytime train or an overnight sleeper train.

The journey to Chiang Mai takes 11 to 16 hours, depending on what train you’re taking. The daytime seat-only express Train #7 takes 11 hours, leaving Bangkok at 8:30am and arrives at 7:30pm. Fare is around ฿890 (USD27.32, PHP1460).

Hence, I recommend the overnight sleeper train so you won’t waste a day and you actually save a hotel night.

All overnight sleeper trains have second class berths, but not all have first class. Some trains are air-conditioned; others use fan only. Double check before booking.

• Second-class fare: from ฿830 (fan only) to ฿1300 (air-conditioned)
• First-class fare: around ฿1753 (USD54, PHP2875)

Here are your choices:

What I took was Train #13, which left Hua Lamphong at 7:35pm and arrived in Chiang Mai the next morning. Our train got delayed but it was a good experience overall. Just bring snacks onboard in case you get hungry.

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Chiang Mai Train Station to Old City

In Chiang Mai, the train stops at the Chiang Mai Train Station, which is only 3km from the city center. From here, you have several options to reach the Old City in the city center.

• By Taxi. Fare: around ฿150, depending on which part of the city is your destination.
• By Tuktuk. Fare: ฿120-150, depending on your negotiation skills and where in the city you’re going.
• By Bus. Take the City Bus B1. Fare: ฿15.
• By Songthaew (shared taxi). Fare: ฿30 or more, again, depending on where you’re going.

Expect the songthaew to wait for other passengers. Like at the airport, some drivers will also try to convince you to just rent the whole vehicle for ฿150 or higher. Don’t. Just share with other passengers if you have time. You can also try to talk to other travelers too and form a group of four.

Bangkok to Chiang Mai by Bus

Another option is the bus. I haven’t really tried this because I find trains, although slower, to be generally safer and more comfortable. But if you prefer the bus, here’s how to reach Chiang Mai from Bangkok.

Daytime and overnight buses are also available, arriving at Chiang Mai Arcade. Fare is from ฿530 to ฿830, depending on the class and company.

You can board a bus at Mo Chit Bus Station or Viphavadee 13 Terminal .

From Mo Chit Bus Station

Also called Morchit Station or North Terminal. It’s situated close to Mo Chit BTS Station and Chatuchak Weekend Market. If your hotel is close to a BTS Station, you can easily get here. This is also where locals catch long-distance buses.

Below are the bus companies, schedules, and fares.

From Sombat Tour Viphavadee 13 Terminal

Sombat Tour’s own bus terminal near Chatuchak. Here, you can take a Sombat Tour bus or Bangkok Busline bus.

More Bus Options

You’ll find travel agencies that sell bus tickets to Chiang Mai. They usually cater to tourists so they’re slightly pricier. The catch is, you’ll also be taken to the bus station. It’s usually bundled with a minivan transfer to the bus terminal. You also have to be cautious because Khao San is rife with scams. Book with reputable companies only. If you want full control of your time, just go to the terminal and catch the bus there yourself. Or you can book via 12go.asia .

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How to Travel on the Bangkok to Chiang Mai Bus

A popular way to travel to the North of Thailand is to catch a Bangkok to Chiang Mai bus.

Travelling by bus is faster than the train and there are many bus companies to choose from, with various classes and ticket prices, including 1st Class, Express, VIP...

Bus from Bangkok to Chiang Mai

If you decide to travel by bus from Bangkok to Chiang Mai, you should make sure that you are leaving from the right bus terminal.

There are three main bus stations in Bangkok, but only one that operates buses to Chiang Mai - Mo Chit Northern Bus Terminal.

• For more information about the Mo Chit Bus Terminal click here >

Buying Bus Tickets for the Bus from Mo Chit to Chiang Mai

At the bus station, the ticket selling counters for bus from Mo Chit to Chiang Mai are located outside on the 1st floor (ground floor).

At first it can be quite confusing as there are so many different bus companies to choose from. To make it simple you should know that basically all these companies offer the same kind of services:

To book your Bangkok to Chiang Mai bus tickets online click here >

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To get more detailed information (timetables, fares...) about the different companies operating buses to / from Bangkok to Chiang Mai see below >

Arrival / Departure from Chiang Mai

In Chiang Mai you will arrive at, or depart from the Arcade Bus Station , which is the long distance bus station located a few kilometres east of the "Old City".

The station is divided in 2 distinctive terminals (number 2 and number 3) which stand only a few metres apart, with a road running in between them.

• To know how to get from the bus station to the city click here >

Bus Companies from Bangkok to Chiang Mai

Below you will find some detailed information about three different bus companies that we have used in the past and that offer bus services to and from Mo Chit in Bangkok to Chiang Mai Arcade Bus Station.

The Transport Company  - “ บริษัท ขนส่ง “

The Transport Company is the government bus company (under the Thai Ministry of Transport). It is often referred by Thai people by its initial letters บขส (pronounce: Baaw-Khaaw-Saaw) or just as 99 or 999.

It offers three types of buses from Bangkok to Chiang Mai: -         VIP Bus = double-decker bus, 32 massage seats (adjustable at 135 degrees), 1st Class A/C, snacks and drinks, TV and lavatory / toilet on board.

Travelling time 9h30 / Ticket fare = 876 THB -         1st Class Bus = double-decker bus,  50 massage seats (adjustable at 135 degrees), 1st Class A/C, snacks and drinks, TV and lavatory on board. Travelling time 9h30 / Ticket fare = 563 THB -         2nd Class Bus = double-decker bus, 55 seats (adjustable at 115 degrees), 2nd Class A/C, no lavatory. Travelling time 11 hours / Ticket fare = 438 THB

The Transport Company - Bangkok to Chiang Mai Bus Timetable

The transport company - chiang mai to bangkok bus timetable.

Ticketing :

At Mo Chit outside on the 1st floor The Transport Company has a huge orange stand spreading from counter #23 to counter #31.

Tickets can be purchased up to 60 days before the departure date directly at Mo Chit.

You can also book your tickets by phoning their call centres: Phone: 1490 (pay and collect your tickets using your ref. number at any Thai Ticket Major cinema in Thailand). Phone: 02-8721777 (pay and collect your tickets using your ref.number at any 7/11 shop in Thailand).

To know more about The Transport Company contact their call centre at 1490 or go to their website (partially in English):

www.home.transport.co.th

Sombat Tour – “สมบัติทัวร์”

This private company offers three different classes of buses on its Bangkok – Chiang Mai route:

-         VIP Supreme Class = A/C double-decker bus, 32 seats, snacks and drinks, TV and lavatory on board. Travelling time 9h30 / Ticket fare = 876 THB -         Super Class = A/C double-decker bus, 40 seats, snacks and drinks, TV and lavatory on board. Travelling time 9h30 / Ticket fare = 657 THB -         Star Class = A/C single deck bus, 40 seats, snacks, TV and lavatory on board. Travelling time 9h30 / Ticket fare = 563 THB

Sombat Tour - Schedule of Buses from Bangkok to Chiang Mai

*On Fri. and Sun. this bus is reserved for women.

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Sombat Tour - Schedule of Buses from Chiang Mai to Bangkok

Note that Sombat Tour operates a twice a week  “Lady bus” which are strictly reserved for women. It leaves every Friday and Sunday at 20.10 on the Bangkok to Chiang Mai bus route and at 20.15 on the Chiang Mai to Bangkok bus route.

Tickets can be purchased up to 30 days in advance directly at the Sombat Tour counters at Mo Chit Bus Station (outside 1st Floor / counters A2, 1, 15, 16 and 17).

Or you can book tickets online here >

To know more go to www.sombattour.com or telephone their call centre on: 027921444.

Nakhonchai Air – “นครชัยแอร์”

This is another private bus company and our favourite because of its modern bus fleet, its punctuality and safety standards.

Their Bangkok to Chiang Mai bus service offers 2 different kinds of single deck buses: -         First Class = A/C single deck bus,  21 or 30 massage seats, individual TV screens, snacks and drinks, hot meals served on board, lavatory. Travelling time 9 hours / Ticket fare = 876 THB   -         Gold Class = A/C single deck bus, 32 massage seats, TV on board, snacks, hot meals served on board, lavatory. Travelling time 9 hours / Ticket fare = 657 THB

Nakhonchai Air - Bus Timetable from Bangkok to Chiang Mai

Nakhonchai air - bus timetable from chiang mai to bangkok.

Tickets can be bought up to 30 days in advance at their ticket selling counter at Mo Chit Bus Terminal (ground floor outside counter 22A).

You can also purchased your Bangkok to Chiang Mai bus tickets directly at the Nakhonchai Air small station which is located along Kamphaeng Phet 2 Road (about 1.5 km south from Mo Chit). Actually, you can also board your bus there, as all their buses leave from this small station first and then make a stop at the nearby Mo Chit Bus Terminal to pick up more passengers before leaving for Chiang Mai.

Tickets can also be purchased by phoning their call centre: 1624 at least 12 hours before departure time. Pay and collect your tickets using your given reference number at any 7/11 shop in Thailand.

To know more go to www.nca.co.th (in Thai only) or phone 029394999 ext. 1125, 1126

Buying Bus Tickets from a Bangkok Travel Agency

If you choose to buy your Bangkok to Chiang Mai bus tickets at one of the travel agencies found in Bangkok, you will obviously have to pay an extra charge.

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If you purchase your tickets at one of the Khaosan Road travel agencies, there are a few things that you should know about these tourist buses:   - Khao San Road bus fares can be cheaper than in Mo Chit, but you will travel in a run-down double-decker bus with other foreign tourists (no Thai people). - There are only evening departures (18.00 / 19.00 / 20.00) and the buses leave from Khaosan Road area and not from Mo Chit. - The Khao San Road Bangkok to Chiang Mai bus is usually packed to the limit and doesn’t offer as much comfort (legroom) or as many on-board services (snacks and drinks) than the scheduled buses leaving from Mo Chit. Many people still however use them, as they are cheap and they leave from the Koh San Road where many foreigners stay .

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Bangkok to Chiang Mai

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Nestled in a Northern basin of woodlands and mountains, the former capital of Lanna kingdom, Chiang Mai is a city with infinite charm. Gorgeous ancient wats and chedis – some of them dating back to XIII century – dot the city. Forest monasteries hide in the mountains and hills. Colourful markets bursting with OTOP products, flavoursome Northern Thai cuisine with unforgettable khao soi, welcoming and friendly locals and endless choices to live through unforgettable experiences, no matter whether you are just on a short 2 day visit or on a month-long trip. There is plenty to take in in Chiang Mai, from temples, museums, galleries and waterfalls, to quaint coffee shops, epic clothing malls and a unique night-life scene for party goers and music enthusiasts alike.

You will enjoy Chiang Mai, that is for sure.

Getting to Chiang Mai

Overland travel to Chiang Mai is easy and convenient: numerous buses link the northern capital with major provincial centres of the country. From the capital Route #1 Bangkok–Chiang Rai brings you as far as Lampang, where you switch to Route 11 Lampang–Chiang Mai, which goes all the way to your destination. The northern line of state railway of Thailand is a 751km long stretch from Hua Lamphong station in Bangkok to Chiang Mai. Depending on the means of transport you choose, the whole journey lasts anywhere between 9 and 14 hours.

From Bangkok to Chiang Mai by bus

Getting the bus to Chiang Mai from Bangkok is easy, affordable and comfortable enough to sustain you through the long journey. Chiang Mai bound buses originate from the Northern and Northeastern Bus Terminal (Mochit) . With a lot of companies (e.g. Bangkok Busline, Siam FirstNew Viriya, etc.) serving the route and departures throughout the day you have plenty of options. Most buses leave after 8pm arriving early in the morning the next day. Note that in peak seasons (i.e. during Thai festivals like Songkran in April or Khao/Ok Phansa in July/October etc.) it is wise to book in advance. Prices vary depending on the level of comfort of the bus. If you can afford paying some extra baht, opt for VIP coaches with 24 seats (from 800 THB) which ensure enough space both for your legs and elbows. But even the cheapest buses from Bangkok (from 500 THB) are comfortable enough to sleep through the whole journey.

A word of comfort: Mochit Bus Terminal is enormous, but there is a lot of staff to help passengers to find their way. You will be caught right at the entrance and directed to the right platform.

From Bangkok to Chiang Mai by train

An overnight train from Bangkok to Chiang Mai is a classic Thailand experience. Tickets do sell quickly (especially lower berths), so book well in advance. The trip takes a little bit longer compared to the bus journey, roughly twelve hours, but is significantly more comfortable. The first and second class compartments are well equipped for comfort with seats that fold out into bunk beds (avoid the top bunk if you are claustrophobic). There are both fan and AC 2nd class sleepers, so check when you book. To travel like a king, buy the 1st class single sleeper which costs over 2000 THB per person but does not limit your privacy in any way. There are also 2nd class fan seats (about 600-650 THB) which are to be considered only in case there are no other options left, as with an extra 100 THB you can get a fan sleeper, but add 200 THB – and travel with an AC.

You may as well choose travelling by day as the route is filled with beauty as it takes you through mountainous regions and sprawling countryside that often seem untouched by civilization when viewed from the windows of the moving train.

Tip: There are food vendors constantly patrolling the carriages, so snacks and refreshments are never in short supply, but it is illegal to sell any alcoholic beverages on the train.

From Bangkok to Chiang Mai by private taxi

Leave for Chiang Mai directly from your hotel any time of the day. It may prove a good option for those travelling in a group of friends. A 9-seats Toyota Commuter costs THB 13,200 and takes about 9 hours to travel between the two capitals. The roads are generally smooth, there are gas stations with clean toilets and convenience stores along the way, and the scenery is great.

From Bangkok to Chiang Mai by plane

With several low cost carries selling tickets from Bangkok to Chiang Mai at as low as THB1000 and bringing you to your destination in mere 1½ hour, you may want to consider flying between the two cities instead of spending the whole night on the move travelling overland.

Thai Lion Air , an associate of the Indonesia-based Lion Air company, makes as many as 10 return flights between Bangkok and Chiang Mai daily. Airfare starts from THB1000 and up, depending on the date and the time of the day you wish to fly. The most busy periods sell well before the travel date, but normally even a couple of days prior to your desired date of travel there are deals under THB2000 to catch. 15 kg of checked-in luggage and 7 kg of cabin luggage are already included into the ticket price. The earliest flight takes off from Bangkok Don Mueang Airport at 8.55am and the last one – at 9.50pm with eight other options in between.

In Bangkok Lion Air is based in Don Mueang International Airport to the north of the capital. To get there, use airport shuttle buses (routes A1 and A2). A1 starts from Morchit bus terminal and A2 originates at the Victory Monument, calling en route to Sanam Pao, Ari, Saphan Kwai and Morchit BTS stations (THB30). The latter is also served by A1 route. Travel time depends on traffic and is from 60 to 80 minutes. There are commuter trains between Hua Lamphong train station and Don Mueang airport, too. Trains take about 50 minutes to get from the railway station to the airport and are always a secure bet. Operating time is from 4.20am till 10.25pm.

A major gateway to Northern Thailand, Chiang Mai International Airport is one of the four busiest airports in the country operating daily domestic and international flights from/to Bangkok, Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Seoul and more. Chiang Mai Airport is located quite close to the city centre (just about two km), which makes flying to Chiang Mai even more reasonable: you are not going to spend much time and money getting to your hotel from the airport.

Note that many hotels in the city provide free transfer from the airport but it should be ordered in advance. Otherwise you can catch a taxi, a songthaew or a tuk-tuk to get to the centre. Taking into consideration the distance, the cost of the ride may seem a bit exaggerated, but in absolute figures it is still peanuts (about THB150).

Tip : Chiang Mai Airport is also used as a hub by Kan Air , a domestic airline which serves among the others some of the most amazing destinations in the north of Thailand, including Pai and Mae Hong Son . It is worth considering flying to these towns as not every traveller is able to survive a seriously winding road from Chiang Mai to Pai and from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son .

Getting around

The majority of Chiang Mai’s attractions lie within the walls of the Old City. Bicycles are the easiest way to get around and can be rented from nearly every guesthouse. Before setting off to explore the city, check the brakes though, as the city fleet leaves much to be desired. Expect to pay from THB50 to THB100 for an ordinary bike with fixed gear.

Motorcycle: Renting a scooter or a motorcycle (well, a car would also do) is a brilliant way to get around, and there are shops peppered everywhere that hire them out. Getting around this way gives you tons of freedom to approach your holiday however you would like and go exploring; and to stay in Chiang Mai and not go exploring should be a crime. Be prepared to leave your passport as a security deposit. Normally there are no problems with getting it back on returning your vehicle to the rental shop. Tip: Take extra caution while riding a motorcycle or a scooter to Doi Suthep, the city’s picturesque peak. The combination of the winding road and breath-taking views can play bad tricks on inexperienced riders.

Songtaews: These are big trucks with benches in the back. The red and white ones are good for trips within the city (THB20-40 per ride), and the yellow ones will take you to some of the neighbouring Northern provinces. They are generally the cheapest way to get around, but sometimes require a little bit of negotiation.

Tuk-tuks: These are more expensive that songthaews (rot daeng) . Consider chartering one if you are longing for new experience; otherwise use rot daeng. Prices, noise, pollution and safety record do not make tuk-tuks a viable option for every time you want to go somewhere.

Taxis: There are plenty of taxis everywhere. If you are used to the meter taxis of Bangkok, then you should probably know that even though the cabs look the same as they do in Bangkok, none of them use meters. Do negotiate before the ride.

Where to stay

Prices on accommodation in Chiang Mai have risen in the recent years, and it is now next to impossible to find a decent option for THB300; THB1000 being a more realistic figure for a budget room in a guesthouse within the walls. If you choose any of them, you have a convenience of being in the middle of the action close to many attractions; but there are other good options, too. You can look for some pleasant budget accommodation just east of the Old City in Thanon Tha Phae, close to the Chiang Mai Night Bazaar. Thanon Nimmanhaemin with all its bars and restaurants is easily accessible from the western part of the Old City. Lodgings outside the city cater for the city veterans or those looking for relaxed countryside feel and are a great choice if your have your own wheels.

It is a good idea to try something different while you are in Chiang Mai. You will for sure visit a fair amount of temples, do some hiking and trekking, or even white-water rafting or rock climbing. Add a zest to your stay by enrolling to a massage class and learning the basics of the Thai massage; doing some volunteering in any of the elephant camps (ask in Elephant Nature Park, to begin with); seeing how those bright colourful Chiang Mai parasols are being produced; and cruising Thanon Ratchadamnoen on Sunday evening when it becomes an epicentre of local commerce, culture, cuisine and people-watching.

Tip: Chiang Mai is famous for its colourful festivals. Try to schedule your visit to see and participate in some of them if you can. During the first weekend of February the Flower Festival is held, and the city resembles a great blossoming garden. It is all wet for Songkran, which falls on April, 12–14, with revellers pouring water to each other (and passers-by) along the city moat. Loi Krathong, one of the most beautiful Thai festivals, is called Yi Peng in Chiang Mai. Thousands of illuminated lanterns float in the night skies over the city creating an unforgettable picture.

Getting to Chiang Mai by car

If you have a car there are two routes to get to Chiang Mai from Bangkok. The quicker and shorter one is to go to Nakhon Sawan, then turn left before you get into the city to highway number 1. You will pass Khamphaeng Phet, Tak and Lampang. If you love pizza stop in Lampang and go to the Riverside restaurant there. Better don't visit the elephant park between Lamphang and Chiang Mai for riding on the gray giants, there are better places to get in touch with elephants. After a total distance of about 700 kilometer you will arrive in Chiang Mai.

The second route is slightly longer, but rewards you with smaller roads through big forests. Drive up to Nakhon Sawan, then take the highway to Phitsanulok (117). Continue on highway 11 and you will reach Lampang and then Chiang Mai. In Phisanulok you have two more alternatives. If you turn right towards Phetchaboon you will pass the 'Switzerland of Thailand', a nice area with very relaxing resorts. In Phetchaboon you can visit Khao Koh, the mountain that has one place where your car will slowly roll up the hill. You stop, you turn off the engine and in neutral gear your car will slowly start rolling up the hill.

If you turn left you can visit the city of Sukhothai with its historical park. Rent a bicycle at the park entrance and enjoy the atmosphere of the well preserved 700 year old temple ruins.

If you decide to go by bus it will take you about 10 hours, the train will take about 14 hours. Traveling such long distances over night will safe you the costs for one night in a hotel. There are many airlines that fly to Chiang Mai, but you would miss a beautiful trip that way. We recommend to take the plane back, especially when you are heading down south towards the islands.

.. is a city that offers so many attractions that you will hardly be able to see all, even if you stay there several months. What we will try to inform you about are the things that you might not find in your guide book. But let's start with the common things first. People say you need to do three things in Chiang Mai: eat Khao Soi, a delicious rice noodle dish with many ingredients, visit Boo Sang where the colorful umbrellas are handmade from paper and visit the temple on the mountain, Wat Doi Suthep. On weekdays there are not so many people there. If the sun shines you can make beautiful pictures of the golden chedi. If you take one of the red songtaew taxis please keep in mind that the way down is a bit more expensive then the way up.

Khao Soi is made from rice noodles in a thin yellow curry, quite similar to the Massaman style. It is a soup-like specialty and mixed with deep-fried crispy noodles and boiled egg noodles. Usually on the side you will get shallots, banana, lime and pickled cabbage. Don't take the oil-fried ground chilies if you can't stand the extreme spicy taste. Coconut milk is used to soften the taste and make it less spicy. You can often order Khao Soi with chicken or beef, sometimes also the veggie version.

Then there is Boo Sang, a village near San Pathong where they produce the paper umbrellas / parasols and paint them since over 200 years. It is a very interesting process and at the umbrella factory on the right side, close to the junction, you can follow every step of the production. The Sa paper is made from the bark of the mulberry tree. There they would also paint wonderful motives on the cover of your mobile phone or on your clothes. If you have a bag, t-shirt or shorts you want to make unique - bring them and you do not have to buy something there. The village of Baan Tawai near Hang Dong is very similar to Boo Sang, with loads of souvenirs and wooden furniture. It is cheaper than the night bazaar in the city, but Boo Sang we like better.

The Chinese-style Wororot Market can be found near the Narawat Bridge over the River Ping. On Sundays there is a big street market inside the old city, starting from 7 p.m. until midnight. On Saturdays there is the walking street market (called Thanon Khon Doen) on Wualai Road. The night bazaar opens every day in the early afternoon and closes at night. A lot of different things are sold there, but you need to negotiate prizes. Do not expect the Louis-Vuitton Handbags or Versace jeans to be original. Many shops sell the same things, so you can ask for a price and then move on and ask another shop. There is a Chinese Money Changer shop about 50 meter from Tha Phae road coming on the right side of the night bazaar street which usually has the best exchange rates in town. If you reach the end of the night bazaar, cross the junction at Phantip Plaza and continue for another 300 meter. Behind the big hotel on the left side you will see the 3D street art museum 'Art in Paradise'. Bring your camera, because you can step into the 300+ paintings on the ground, walls and ceiling and get some really nice or funny pictures.

If you love animals and you would like to do something good, please visit Care For Dogs in Chiang Mai (Hang Dong District) or the Elephant Nature Park in Mae Taeng. The park is not cheap, but you will be rewarded seeing smiling elephants without hooks, chains or fences. They could easily run away, but they love to stay there. In the afternoon you might be able to go swimming in the river with the gray giants and brush their back with a big broom. The park offers day trips or you can stay and volunteer for a while. Something you will never forget. A bit further down behind the park on the same small road some shops offer white-water and bamboo rafting. While bamboo rafting is very slow and relaxed (one could say it's boring), the white-water is a bit more challenging. It is not really that white unless you come after there were heavy rainfalls in the mountains.

If you like to go swimming please Google 'Grand Canyon Chiang Mai'. This is a hidden gem in the north and not many people know about it. Clear and clean water, almost nobody there during the weekdays when the sun is out (Thais don't like to get tanned). Be careful and don't jump from the walls into the water. A recently opened coffee shop can be found at the entrance.

If you can drive a scooter or want to rent a car this loop is very nice: CM - Hang Dong - Samoeng - Mae Rim - CM It takes about 3 hours and there is almost no traffic on weekdays. You will pass stunning view points, you can discover a hidden cave (which is a bit difficult to find), a very nice big coffee shop 20 km before Samoeng, strawberry fields in Samoeng and then there are many activities like bungee jumping, shooting ranges, ATV and buggy rentals, go-carriage, paint-ball and some parks, restaurants etc. near Mae Rim. With a scooter or car you can also go up the mountain and explore Wat Doi Suthep on your own. Please always wear a helmet, drive carefully and do not drink alcohol and drive!

Let's talk food...

Some people say there are more pubs and restaurants than people living in Chiang Mai. We would like to recommend a few special places that we enjoyed.

Inside the old city is a vegetarian restaurant called Taste from Heaven, the best vegetarian restaurant in the north. They have a Facebook page with their address and a map. The owner speaks good English. They also do very good cooking classes.

The biggest pizza is served at The Dukes, where you can also find fantastic spare ribs. Huge portions, no need for a starter. It is on the other side of the river, between Narawat bridge and the old iron bridge. Another branch is at the night bazaar road, next to McD.

The most beautiful food is served in the Mix Bar and Restaurant at the end of Nimman Hemmin Soi 1.

At the corner of Soi 6 (opposite Tesco Express) you can find a small shop called Smoothie Blues, where you can have the best breakfast in town. Don't try their mango 'smoothie blues' - you might get addicted to it. In the small soi between Nimman Hemmin Soi 11 and 13 is Sumo Sushi. Japanese food Thai-style, not expensive. A few meters away is the beer factory with a huge selection of imported beers and a bit further down the street to Soi 9 is a Japanese Yakiniku Grill. The grill is build-in to the table and you prepare your food yourself.

A place you should not miss is Yummy Pizza on Canal Road. It is a bit outside, but offers very tasty food and sometimes really good life music. The owner of the restaurant is your contact person for everything about Muay Thai boxing.

The former 'Rainforest Restaurant' Khao-Mao Khao-Fang is on road 3044. It is one of the most beautiful restaurants in Chiang Mai. Better sit near the lake, because the waterfall on the other side is quite noisy after a while. They also serve food inside the air-conditioned coffee shop.

Temples in Chiang Mai

Beside Wat Doi Suthep on the mountain there are many many other temples in Chiang Mai. There is Wat Phra Sing inside the old city, there is Wat U-Mong with its caves and a huge fish pond near Chiang Mai University. Another nice temple is Wat Doi Kham near the night safari. Not many tourist know this place. From here you have a very nice view over the city (on a clear day).

Shopping in Chiang Mai

Central Festival is a huge new shopping mall on the superhighway. The Robinson Airport Plaza is also nice and easier to reach. Maya is usually crowded with students from the nearby university. If you plan to stay longer in the city you better rent a place than staying in hotels or guest-houses. Air-conditioned studios can be found for a monthly rental price of about 100 Euro, but condominiums inside the city or in the Nimman Hemmin area are much much more expensive. You will be much better off by renting a house in one of the housing estates (which usually come with security, pool, gym, clubhouse etc.), as houses are cheaper in rent than apartments.

Attention: the Zoo and the Night Safari are charging double entrance fees to tourists. We recommend not to support such behavior and avoid places like this.

Most of the city is mapped on Google Streetview, so you can explore some areas already on your PC.

Transportation from Bangkok to Chiang Mai

• Trains $ 7.56
• Buses $ 17.71
• Flights $ 38.61
• Taxis $ 220.26
• Vans $ 21.80
• Ferries are not available

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• Bangkok → Pattaya
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• Bangkok → Koh Samui
• Bangkok → Hua Hin
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• Chiang Mai → Bangkok
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• Hua Hin → Bangkok
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• Chiang Mai → Chiang Rai
• Chiang Mai → Pai
• Chiang Mai → Phuket
• Chiang Mai → Krabi

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• Chiang Rai → Chiang Mai
• Ayutthaya → Chiang Mai
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• Phuket → Chiang Mai
• Sukhothai → Chiang Mai

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