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How to get fromChiang Mai to Sam Ngaoby bus, taxi, or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Chiang Mai to Sam Ngao by bus, taxi, or car

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  1. Bus, taxi

    best
    1. Take the bus from Chiang Mai to Lampangbus bus 874 / ...
    2. Take the bus from Lampang to Takbus bus
    3. Take the taxi from Tak to Sam Ngaotaxi taxi
    6h 4m
    ฿905–1,217

  2. Drive 235 km

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Chiang Mai to Sam Ngaocar car 235 km
    3h 28m
    ฿884–1,276

  3. Taxi

    1. Take the taxi from Chiang Mai to Sam Ngaotaxi taxi 235 km
    3h 28m
    ฿2,600–3,200

Questions & Answers

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  • Distance: 325.4 km
  • Duration: 6h 4m

What companies run services between Chiang Mai, Thailand and Sam Ngao, Thailand?

There is no direct connection from Chiang Mai to Sam Ngao. However, you can take the bus to Lampang, take the bus to Tak, then take the taxi to Sam Ngao. Alternatively, you can drive from Chiang Mai to Sam Ngao in around 3h 28m.

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