The average bus between Chiang Mai and Pakse takes 21h 36m and the fastest bus takes 20h 13m. The bus service runs several times per day from Chiang Mai to Pakse. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run twice daily between Chiang Mai and Pakse. The earliest departure is at 4:17 PM in the afternoon, and the last departure from Chiang Mai is at 7:00 PM which arrives into Pakse at 6:00 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 21h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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20h 13m • 1 change
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20h 13m • 1 change
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20h 13m • 1 change
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23h • 1 change
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No, there is no direct bus from Chiang Mai to Pakse. However, there are services departing from Chiang Mai station and arriving at Pakse station via Ubon Ratchathani. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 36m.
Chiang Mai to Pakse bus services, operated by Phetprasert Tour, depart from Chiang Mai station.
Chiang Mai to Pakse bus services, operated by Phetprasert Tour, arrive at Pakse station.
Book your Chiang Mai to Pakse bus tickets online with Phetprasert Tour, The Transport Company and Nakhonchai Air.
The distance between Chiang Mai and Pakse is 831.6 km. The road distance is 1,090 km.
You can take a bus from Chiang Mai to Pakse via Ubon Ratchathani in around 21h.