1. Minivan to Mae Hong Son
2. Taxi/Car to Mae Hong Son
3. FAQ + Travel Tips + Info
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From Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son you can get by minibus, taxi, motorbike.
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- Travel distance from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son is about 240 km by road via Pai town. There are 3 ways how you can get to Mae Hong Son from Chiang Mai – travel by private minivan / minibus, private car/taxi or motorbike. There is no flight and no train from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son. There is no railway in this part of Thailand. The most popular and cheap option how to reach Mae Hong Son from Chiang Mai is to travel by private minivan / minibus. There are modern minivans to Mae Hong Son from Chiang Mai Arcade 2 and bus tickets cost about $9/pp. Transfer by minibus from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son Bus Terminal takes about 6 hours via Pai.
- Another option how you can go to Mae Hong Son from Chiang Mai is to book your private car/taxi. Transfer by private car/taxi with a driver from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son takes about 5-7 hours and it costs about $150-300/car. You can use various modern cars of Jed Yord, Smart En Plus or Joy Taxi private companies. You can travel by private taxi to Mae Hong Son from Chiang Mai Airport or town center. The most experienced travelers can also travel on motorbike to Mae Hong Son via Pai.
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- Mae Hong Son in northern Thailand is a remote and beautiful mountain province close to the border with Burma. The surface of the second northernmost province of Thailand is mountainous and the climate is relatively cold throughout the year. The province borders Myanmar (Burma) to the north and west, and strong Burmese influence can be seen on all temples and buildings. The province’s population is made up of Thais and many mountain tribes such as the Karen, Hmong, Lahu and Lisu. The province used to be called Thai Siberia due to its remoteness. From Chiang Mai you can also travel by tourist bus, private car or motorbike to Chiang Rai – another popular site in northern Thailand.
| Transfer Mode – Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son: | Travel Time | Cost Range |
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| Van / Minibus | 6 hours | $9-10/pp |
| Private Car / Taxi with a driver | 5-7 hours | $150-350/car |
| Motorbike (without loop) | 8-10 hours | $10-15/pp |
How do I get from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son?
1. VAN / MINIBUS from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son
The most popular and cheapest transfer option from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son in northern Thailand is a smaller minivan / minibus. This ground transportation option between these cities in Northern Thailand is offered by Prem Pracha private transport company. It mainly offers smaller minivans for a limited number of passengers, the disadvantage of this option is the more limited schedule of these minivans.
Minivans and minibuses depart from Chiang Mai Arcade 2 and arrive to Mae Hong Son Bus Terminal, you will see information about departures and arrivals when searching and booking tickets, so read everything carefully. Transportation by minivan from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son takes about 6 hours, but the indicated travel time may vary slightly and the exact travel time may not always be observed.
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It also depends on the traffic situation on the roads in northern Thailand. A transfer by minivan / minibus from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son then costs around $9/pp, but the indicated price of the tickets may vary during the year. A transfer by minivan / minibus is therefore a cheap option of transportation to Mae Hong Son, which will be suitable for most low-cost and solo travelers.
You can easily search and buy minivan tickets to Mae Hong Son online in advance. It is advisable to arrive at the departure point in Chiang Mai well in advance, at least 30-60 minutes before departure. When booking, also read all transfer information and instructions and follow the terms and conditions of the transport company.
2. TAXI / CAR from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son
A very convenient, but at the same time the most expensive land transfer option from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son is private car/taxi with a driver. Jed Yord, Smart En Plus, Joy Taxi, Freedom Tour Taxi, Kim Transfers Thailand, Bangkok Taxi24, GB Limousine will offer you this transport option between these cities. Most of these companies operate smaller classic cars or even larger SUVs and minivans for more people to Mae Hong Son.
Mainly larger minivans are suitable for group travel, and the fact that you can divide the car fare and calculate it for individual passengers is also an advantage. Another advantage of the private transfer is also the choice of the departure point in Chiang Mai and the arrival point in Mae Hong Son, so you can also save your time.
For example, you can leave from Chiang Mai Airport or from your hotel in the city and you can arrive back at your hotel in Mae Hong Son. Transportation by private car/taxi with driver from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son takes about 5-7 hours, but this time may vary depending on your travel route.
A private car/taxi transfer from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son then costs between $150-350, these prices vary depending on the type of car you choose. Smaller classic cars for 1-3 passengers are usually a cheaper option than larger minivans or SUVs for more people.
You can easily find and book your private car/taxi to Mae Hong Son from Chiang Mai online well in advance. A private transfer will probably not be a suitable transport option for low-cost travelers, but it will be suitable for those who have a larger budget for their travel and are looking for privacy when traveling through Thailand.
❓ FAQ — Travel from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son:
1. How to book tickets or car from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son?
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- You can book tickets and private car from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son on 12go.asia ➜.
- you can also book another routes, e.g. Mae Hong Son > Pai, Mae Hong Son > Bangkok…
2. What is the travel time from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son?
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- Transfer by tourist minivan/minibus from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son takes about 6 hours.
- Transfer by private taxi/minivan, car from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son takes about 5-7 hours.
3. What is the travel distance from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son?
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- Travel distance from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son in northern Thailand is about 240 km by road via Pai town.
4. How much does it cost to get from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son?
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- Travel by minivan/minibus from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son costs about $9/pp.
- Travel by private taxi or car to Mae Hong Son from Chiang Mai costs about $150-350/car.
5. What private transfers to Mae Hong Son are available?
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- Transport by private car, taxi or minibus is the most comfortable and fastest but the most expensive way of transfer to Mae Hong Son from Chiang Mai. There are various minibuses or modern new cars and also SUV jeeps for 4 people by Jed Yord, Smart En Plus, Joy Taxi. These cars to Mae Hong Son can be booked online in advance.
6. Is it possible to get by train to Mae Hong Son from Chiang Mai?
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- No, there is no railway to Mae Hong Son, travel by train is not possible in this part of Thailand. The closest railway station to Mae Hong Son is in Chiang Mai. From Chiang Mai you can travel by train of Thai Railway to Bangkok. You can check Train Schedule – Chiang Mai to Bangkok.
7. Is there a direct flight to Mae Hong Son from Chiang Mai?
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- No, there is no flight from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son. There are only flights from Bangkok to Mae Hong Son.
8. What is the cheapest way of transfer to Mae Hong Son from Chiang Mai?
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- The most cheapest way of transfer to Mae Hong Son from Chiang Mai in Thailand is to travel by minivan / minibus, tickets cost about $9/pp.
9. How do you get back from Mae Hong Son to Chiang Mai?
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- From Mae Hong Son to Chiang Mai you can travel by minivan/bus, private car or motorbike. The most popular option for tourists is to take a private minivan, it is also a cheap way of transfer. You can also take a direct flight or bus from Mae Hong Son to Bangkok.
10. How to go to Nan and Phayao from Chiang Mai?
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- From Chiang Mai to Nan and Phayao you can travel by bus/minivan or private car. There is no other way how you can get to Nan town in Nan province. There are some buses or minibuses from Chiang Mai, travel time is about 6.5-9 hours to Nan and about 3.5 hours to Phayao.
11. Where to stay in Mae Hong Son, hotel or bungalow?
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- Mae Hong Son in Thailand offers mainly private homes, cottages or tourist resorts in the town or nearby area.
- You can search + book your accommodation in Mae Hong Son > Book Your Stay in Mae Hong Son ➜.
🚍 Bus Schedule / Timetable – Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son + Tickets:
Bus Schedule - Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son | Departs in Chiang Mai | Arrival in Mae Hong Son |
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Prem Pracha | 09:30 | 15:30 |
Prem Pracha | 10:30 | 16:30 |
Prem Pracha | 12:30 | 18:30 |
Prem Pracha | 13:30 | 19:30 |
Prem Pracha | 14:30 | 20:30 |
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