1. Flight to Mae Hong Son
2. Train+Bus to M.Hong Son
3. Bus to Mae Hong Son
4. Taxi to Mae Hong Son
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From Bangkok to Mae Hong Son you can get by train, bus, taxi, plane.
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- Travel distance from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son in Thailand is about 880 km by road. The best and fast way how to get to Mae Hong Son is to travel by plane- there are direct flights from Bangkok. Direct flight from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son takes about 1.5 hour and it costs about $80-100/pp. Mae Hon Son Airport is close to the town center. Another way how you can travel to Mae Hong Son from Bangkok is by train of Thai Railway + minibus via Chiang Mai. Travel by train + minibus from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son takes totally about 22-25 hours and it costs about $17-60/pp, it is the most cheapest option of transfer. Chiang Mai is the closest railway station to Mae Hong Son. From Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son you can travel by minibus, private car or motorbike.
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- You can also travel by tourist bus from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son. Transport by bus to Mae Hong Son from Bangkok takes about 16 hours and bus tickets cost about $30/pp. It is also possible to book your private car to Mae Hong Son from Bangkok, but only via Chiang Mai. Transfer by private car from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son via Chiang Mai and Pai takes about 13 hours and it costs about $360-520/car.
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- Mae Hong Son in northern Thailand is a remoted province, close to Pai and Chiang Mai. Mae Hong Son is a town in north-west Thailand, capital of Mae Hong Son Province. It is in the Shan Hills, near the border with Burma. The city is rich of the beauty of natural resources – mountains, forests, flowers leading the city to one of the must-see cities in Thailand. Mae Hong Son has an airport but there is no railway, so it is necessary to travel by plane, minibus, private car or motorbike. You can search and book tickets and flights from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son easily online.
| Transfer Mode – Bangkok to Mae Hong Son: | Travel Time | Cost Range |
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| Plane (direct flight) | 1.5 hours | $80-100/pp |
| Train + Bus (via Chiang Mai) | 22-25 hours | $17-60/pp |
| Tourist Bus | 16 hours | $30/pp |
| Private Car/Taxi with a driver | 13 hours | $360-520/car |
How do I get from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son?
1. FLIGHT from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son
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- from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son you can travel by plane – direct flight
- direct flight is the most fastest option of transfer to Mae Hong Son from Bangkok
- airlines to Mae Hong Son from Bangkok: Nok Air Nok Air (นกแอร์), Thai Vietjet (ไทยเวียดเจ็ทแอร์)
- direct flight from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son takes only about 1.5 hour
- flights from Don Mueang Airport or Suvarnabhumi Airport to Mae Hong Son Airport
- flight from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son costs only about $80-100/pp
- Book your flight from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son online on 12go.asia ➜ or Baolau ➜
2. TRAIN + BUS from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son
A) Train from Bangkok to Chiang Mai
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- the most popular way of transport from Bangkok to Chiang Mai
- travel time by train from Bangkok to Chiang Mai is about 11-14.5 hours
- there are seat or sleeper trains of Thai Railway to Chiang Mai
- train ticket to Chiang Mai from Bangkok costs about $8-50/pp
- read this article: How to go to Chiang Mai from Bangkok?
- you can check current Thailand Railway Map + Thailand Train Timetable
B) Bus from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son
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- from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son you can travel by bus or taxi, minivan
- travel by bus/minivan from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son takes about 9 hours
- bus ticket to Mae Hong Son from Chiang Mai costs about $9/pp
- private car/taxi to Mae Hong Son from Chiang Mai costs about $190-200/pp
- private taxi is the most fastest option of getting to Mae Hong Son, travel time is about 5-7 hours
3. BUS from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son
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- another cheap way how to get to Mae Hong Son from Bangkok is a bus transfer
- one-way bus ticket from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son costs about $30/pp
- travel by bus from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son takes about 16 hours
- bus company from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son: Sombat Tour
- come to check in at least 60 minutes before departur of the bus
- bus arrives to Mae Hong Son Bus Terminal
- Book and buy bus tickets from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son on 12go.asia ➜ or Baolau ➜
4. PRIVATE TAXI/CAR from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son
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- from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son you can also travel by private taxi/car or minivan
- transfer by taxi/car from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son takes about 13 hours
- taxi companies to Bangkok: Andaman Taxis, Kim Transfers Thailand
- private car to Chiang Mai from Bangkok costs about $360-520/car
- private transfer by modern car to Mae Hong Son is the most expensive option of transport
- you can depart from your hotel or Suvarnabhumi Airport or Don Mueang Airport in Bangkok
❓ FAQ — Travel route from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son:
1. How to book tickets + flights from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son?
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- Book and buy tickets+flights from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son online on 12go.asia ➜ or Baolau ➜.
- you can also book another tickets or flights, e.g. Mae Hong Son to Bangkok, Bangkok to Pai…
2. What is the travel time from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son?
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- Travel by plane (direct flight) from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son takes about 1.5 hour.
- Travel by train + bus from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son (via Chiang Mai) takes about 22-25 hours.
- Travel by tourist bus from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son takes about 13 hours.
- Travel by taxi/private car from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son takes about 13 hours.
3. What is the travel distance from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son?
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- Travel distance from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son is about 880 km by road and about 680 km by plane.
4. How much does it cost to travel from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son?
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- Transfer by plane (direct flight) from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son costs about $80-100/pp.
- Transfer by train + bus from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son (via Chiang Mai) costs about $17-60/pp.
- Transfer by tourist bus from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son costs about $30/pp.
- Transfer by private car/taxi from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son costs about $360-520/car.
5. What is the most cheapest way of transfer from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son?
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- The most cheapest way of transport from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son in Thailand is to travel by train + tourist minibus via Chiang Mai. There are various seat and sleeper trains of Thai Railway to Chiang Mai and private minivans or minibuses from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son.
6. Is there a direct train from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son?
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- No, there is no railway to Mae Hong Son, but you can travel by train to Chiang Mai from Bangkok.
7. What is the best way of transport from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son?
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- The best and fastest way how to reach Mae Hong Son from Bangkok is to travel by plane, but it is not a cheap option. Mae Hong Son Airport is only about 1 km from the town center.
8. How to go back from Mae Hong Son to Bangkok?
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- From Mae Hong Son to Bangkok you can travel by plane, minibus + train, tourist bus or private car/taxi. The fastest option is to take a direct flight. It is the same way of transfer how you arrived to Mae Hong Son.
9. Where you can also travel from Chiang Mai?
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- From Chiang Mai in northern Thailand you can also travel to Chiang Rai, Pai or Phayao. There are various private minivans, minibuses or private cars, travel by train is not possible because there is no railway.
10. How and where to book hotel in Mae Hong Son?
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- Mae Hong Son offers mainly cheap guesthouses, hotels and private resorts or bungalows. Search and book your hotel, bungalow or resort in Mae Hong Son in Thailand online here > Book resort or hotel in Mae Hong Son ➜.
11. How to travel solo in Thailand?
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- Embark on a solo adventure in Thailand by researching destinations, ensuring personal safety, trying local experiences, connecting with fellow travelers, and savoring the diverse landscapes and attractions the country has to offer. Traveling on your own in Thailand is very popular by travelers. Read this article: Solo Travel in Thailand.
Bangkok to Mae Hong Son Schedule:
| Type | Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time |
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| Taxi | Kim Transfers Thailand | Any time | +13h |
| Taxi | Kim Transfers Thailand | Any time | +13h |
| Taxi | Kim Transfers Thailand | Any time | +13h |
| Flight | Bangkok Airways | 06:30 | 16:10 |
| Flight | Bangkok Airways | 07:45 | 15:00 |
| Flight | Bangkok Airways | 08:10 | 16:10 |
| Flight | Bangkok Airways | 11:55 | 15:00 |
| Flight | Bangkok Airways | 13:05 | 16:10 |
| Flight | Bangkok Airways | 13:30 | 16:35 |
| Bus | Sombat Tour | 17:00 | 08:10 |
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