Greenbus: Chiang Mai to Phayao: Online Booking, Schedules, and Routes
Green Bus runs daily trips from Chiang Mai to Phayao. The bus takes 3 hours to travel 149 kilometers. Express tickets cost 260 THB, and VIP seats cost 360 THB.
Phayao sits next to Thailand’s largest freshwater lake. Air-conditioned buses depart from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 several times each day. Most buses combine VIP front seats with Express rear seating.
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Bus Schedule: Chiang Mai to Phayao
Here’s the schedule for Express and VIP bus services from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Phayao Bus Terminal by GreenBus:
Travel Time
Travel time from Chiang Mai to Phayao is 2 hours 55 minutes to 3 hours 15 minutes, depending on the service. The distance between Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 and Phayao Bus Terminal is 149 kilometers (93 miles) by road.
GreenBus Options and Amenities
On the Chiang Mai to Phayao route, GreenBus primarily operates combo buses that feature both VIP and Express sections, while some departures are Express-only services.
Combo Bus Configuration
The combo buses are divided into two sections:
Front VIP Section (Rows 1-4)
- Seating Layout: 1-2 configuration (single seats on one side, double seats on the other)
- Price: 360 THB
- Features:
- Wide, comfortable seats with extra legroom
- Personal reading lights
- USB charging ports
- Complimentary bottled water
Rear Express Section (Rows 5-9)
- Seating Layout: 2-2 configuration (two seats on each side of the aisle)
- Price: 260 THB
- Features:
- Standard reclining seats
- Air conditioning
- Complimentary water
Express-Only Buses
Some departures (particularly the 10:30 service) operate as Express-only buses:
- Configuration: Full 2-2 seating layout throughout
- Total Seats: 40 seats across 10 rows
- Price: 260 THB
- Features: Same as Express section in combo buses
Seating Options and Tips
Combo Bus Layout
- VIP Section (Rows 1-4):
- 3 seats per row (1-2 configuration)
- Single A seats for solo travelers
- B-C pair seats for couples
- Express Section (Rows 5-9):
- 4 seats per row (2-2 configuration)
- A-B and C-D pair seats
Best Seat Recommendations
- VIP Section:
- Best Solo Seat: 2A or 3A (single seat, smooth ride)
- Best Couple Seats: 2B-C or 3B-C
- Avoid: Row 1 (limited legroom)
- Express Section:
- Best Seats: Row 5 (first Express row)
- Window Views: A and D seats
- Extra Legroom: B and C (aisle seats)
- Express-Only Buses:
- Best Rows: 2-4 for smoothest ride
- Suitable for Groups: Adjacent seats in middle rows
For more detailed information about Greenbus VIP and Express services, visit our Guide to Greenbus Bus Classes.
Booking Tips
Follow these steps to book your bus ticket from Chiang Mai to Phayao:
- Visit the SiamTickets website
- Select Chiang Mai as your departure point and Phayao as your destination
- Enter your preferred travel date
- Browse available options and select your preferred bus and seat
- Enter passenger details and make payment
- Receive your e-ticket via email
Book your tickets up to 6 months in advance, especially for popular routes or during peak seasons, to secure your preferred travel time and seat.
GreenBus Travel FAQ
The baggage allowance is 20 kg per passenger. Extra luggage incurs a fee of 5-20 baht per kg, depending on the size of the baggage. There are no regulations on hand-carry bags.
Prohibited items include flammable materials, pets, illegal items, weapons, strongly odorous food, and objects containing liquids. Fragile, improperly packaged, or overly large items are also banned.
Yes, GreenBus provides wheelchair accessible vehicles, priority seating, and special assistance services upon request.
If you need a paper ticket as evidence of travel, please contact GreenBus staff at the station. The charge is 30 baht per ticket.
Please come to check in at least 30 minutes before departure.
Yes, GreenBus uses intensive air conditioning to avoid water condensation in the mountains caused by high humidity in the air. It can be very cold on the bus, so it’s advisable to bring warm clothing.
Summary
Keep these details in mind for your trip from Chiang Mai to Phayao:
- Most services operate as combo buses (VIP front section, Express rear section)
- Select Express-only departures available (particularly 10:30 service)
- 3-hour journey covering 149km
- Express fares from 260 THB, VIP from 360 THB
- Modern buses with air conditioning and restrooms
- 4 to 6 daily departures with flexible seating options
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