1. Bus – Chiang Mai to Nan
2. Taxi – Chiang Mai to Nan
3. FAQ + Travel Tips + Info
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From Chiang Mai to Nan you can travel by bus or taxi/car, motorbike.
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- Travel distance from Chiang Mai to Nan in Thailand is about 320 km by road. There are 3 ways how you can travel to Nan from Chiang Mai – travel by tourist bus, private car or taxi, or the most experienced travelers can travel on a motorbike. The most popular option of transfer to Nan is to travel by bus. Transport by bus from Chiang Mai to Nan takes about 6.5-9 hours and bus tickets cost about $9-11/pp. These tourist buses depart from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3. Bus is the most cheapest option of transfer to Nan. Another way how you can travel to Nan from Chiang Mai is to book your private car/taxi from Chiang Mai town or airport.
- Transfer by private car from Chiang Mai to Nan takes about 5-7 hours and it costs about $140-260 (car, minivan). Nan has an airport, but there are no direct flights from Chiang Mai. There are only flights from Bangkok, but this way of transfer does not make a sense. Nan has no railway station and there is no railway route from Chiang Mai to Nan province. The closest railway station is in Den Chai, about 145 south of Nan town center.
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- Nan Province was once an independent kingdom and is now a popular destination for tourists who want to enjoy the beauty of northern Thailand and its nature in peace. The quiet and peaceful province is hidden in a green valley in northern Thailand, along the border with Laos. Its development and architecture were greatly influenced by various neighboring kingdoms, especially Sukhothai, which played a significant political and religious role in shaping Nan’s development. There are a total of six national parks in Nan Province, including the stunning Doi Phukha Park. Read carefully the instruction how to reach Nan from Chiang Mai below. From Chiang Mai you can also travel to Phayao or Mae Hong Son province via Pai. There is no railway between Chiang Mai – Phayao – Mae Hong Son.
| Transfer Mode – Chiang Mai to Nan: | Travel Time | Cost Range |
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| Tourist Bus | 6.5-9 hours | $9-11/pp |
| Private Taxi/Car with a driver | 5-7 hours | $140-260 (vehicle) |
How do I get from Chiang Mai to Nan?
1. BUS from Chiang Mai to Nan
The most used and cheapest transfer option from Chiang Mai to Nan is a bus transfer. Since there is no railway here, most ordinary solo and low-cost travelers will use this option. On this route to Nan, you can use modern Greenbus buses, these buses can also be used for a possible return trip to Chiang Mai.
These buses depart from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 and arrive at Nan Bus Terminal, which is located a short distance from the city center. You will always see information about departure points and their locations and arrival points when searching for tickets online, so check everything carefully.
The bus transfer from Chiang Mai to Nan by Greenbus takes about 6-6.5 hours. However, this time may vary a little, buses may also be delayed, for example when departing or during the journey, it also depends on the traffic situation in the area. A minor disadvantage of this transport option is the rather limited bus schedule between Chiang Mai and Nan.
Transportation by bus of Greenbus to Nan from Chiang Mai in northern Thailand costs about $9-11/pp, these ticket prices may vary slightly throughout the year and may not be fixed. Bus tickets to Nan from Chiang Mai can be easily searched and purchased online well in advance.
It is advisable to arrive at Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 at least 30 minutes before the bus departs. Also, read all the transfer information and follow the bus company’s instructions when booking to avoid any misunderstandings.
🚍 Bus Schedule / Timetable – Chiang Mai to Nan + Bus Tickets:
| Bus Schedule – Chiang Mai to Nan: | Departure in Chiang Mai | Arrival in Nan | Bus Ticket |
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| GreenBus | 08:00 | 14:10 | From $11.00 |
| GreenBus | 09:30 | 15:40 | From $11.00 |
| GreenBus | 10:30 | 18:50 | From $11.00 |
| GreenBus | 11:30 | 17:40 | From $11.00 |
| GreenBus | 15:00 | 21:10 | From $11.00 |
2. PRIVATE TAXI / CAR from Chiang Mai to Nan
Another, but more expensive and comfortable option for land transfer to Nan from Chiang Mai is transport by private car/taxi with a driver. The companies Jed Yord, Smart En Plus, Lanna Expert Driver, Bangkok Taxi24, Thailand Travel Taxi, Freedom Tour Taxi, Kim Transfers Thailand, Glassflower, Kanokwan Travel, Go2Trip will offer you this option of transportation between these cities and for the return trip.
Most of these verified taxi companies offer transfers to Nan with modern smaller classic cars or larger SUVs and minivans are also available. Mainly larger minivans are suitable for group travel and the advantage is that you can divide the fare and calculate it for individual passengers. The advantage of a private transfer to Nan is also the choice of your departure and arrival point, both in Chiang Mai and in Nan.
You can go to Nan, for example, from Chiang Mai Airport or from your hotel to another hotel in Nan, this will also save you time. Transportation by private car/taxi from Chiang Mai to Nan takes about 5-7 hours, but the stated travel time may vary depending on your travel route. Transfer by private car/taxi with driver to Nan from Chiang Mai then costs between $140-260/car, these prices vary by car type.
In most cases, smaller classic cars are a cheaper option than larger minivans or SUVs for 9-10 passengers. You can easily find and book your private chauffeured car from Chiang Mai to Nan online in advance. Also read all transfer instructions and information when booking and follow all instructions given by the taxi company.
❓ FAQ + TIPS – Travel route from Chiang Mai to Nan:
1. How to book bus tickets or private taxi/car from Chiang Mai to Nan?
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- You can search and book tickets + car from Chiang Mai to Nan online with 12go.asia ➜.
- you can also search another travel routes and tickets, e.g. Nan to Chiang Mai, Nan to Bangkok…
2. What is the trave ltime from Chiang Mai to Nan?
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- Travel by tourist bus from Chiang Mai to Nan takes about 6.5-9 hours.
- Travel by private taxi/minivan, car from Chiang Mai to Nan takes about 5-7 hours.
3. What is the travel distance from Chiang Mai to Nan?
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- Travel distance from Chiang Mai to Nan in Thailand is about 320 km by road (the fastest route).
4. How much does it cost to get from Chiang Mai to Nan?
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- Travel by tourist bus to Nan from Chiang Mai costs about $9-11/pp.
- Travel by private taxi/minivan, car to Nan from Chiang Mai costs about $140-260 (vehicle).
5. Is it possible to book a private car/taxi to Nan?
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- Yes, from Chiang Mai to Nan you can travel by private taxi or car and you can book this car online. Private car is the most fastest but the most expensive option of transfer to Nan. You can use Jed Yord and Smart En Plus private taxi companies, they have modern cars or fast minivans.
6. Is it possible to travel by train from Chiang Mai to Nan?
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- No, there is no railway to Nan from Chiang Mai, travel by train is not possible. There is only a train from Chiang Mai to Den Chai. Den Chai is the closest railway station to Nan town, it is about 145 km south of Nan town center.
7. Is there a direct flight from Chiang Mai to Nan?
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- No, there is no direct flight to Nan from Chiang Mai, there are only flights with stopover, but this way of transfer does not make a sense. Nan has an airport – Nan Nakhon Airport and there are only some flights from Bangkok or to Bangkok.
8. How to travel from Nan to Bangkok?
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- You have 4 options if you want to travel to Bangkok from Nan. There is a direct flight, tourist bus, bus + train via Den Chai or you can book your private car. The best and fastest option is to travel by plane, if you want to skip another sites in northern Thailand.
9. Where to stay and how to book hotel in Nan?
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- Nan in northern Thailand has a large number of various hotels, guesthouses, luxury resorts or private houses and homes. Prices are low, but you can also book very luxury resort or home, hotel.
- You can search and Book hotel / resort in Nan ➜ easily online
10. Where you can also travel from Chiang Mai?
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- From Chiang Mai you can also travel to other popular places of northern Thailand, e.g. travel to Chiang Rai or to Pai. There are no trains from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai or Pai, you can travel by tourist bus, minivan or private car. You can also travel by train to Bangkok.
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