Greenbus: Chiang Khong to Chiang Mai: Online Booking, Schedules, and Routes
Are you planning a trip from Chiang Khong to Chiang Mai? Let SiamTickets guide you through your 280-kilometer (174-mile) journey to Northern Thailand’s cultural capital.
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Schedule: Chiang Khong to Chiang Mai
Here’s the daily schedule from Chiang Khong Local Bus Station to Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 by GreenBus:
VIP Bus Schedule:
Greenbus Price: 570 THB
| Depart | Arrive |
|---|---|
| 10:30 | 16:10 |
Express Bus Schedule:
Greenbus Price: 400 THB
| Depart | Arrive |
|---|---|
| 09:30 | 16:35 |
| 10:30 | 16:10 |
Departure Station:
Arrival Station:
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The trip from Chiang Khong to Chiang Mai takes between 5 hours 40 minutes to 7 hours 5 minutes, depending on your chosen service. VIP buses offer the fastest route at 5 hours 40 minutes, while Express buses vary in duration.
GreenBus Options & Amenities
VIP Bus
The VIP bus represents Greenbus’s premium offering for the Chiang Khong to Chiang Mai route. With only 33 seats in a spacious 3-across configuration, this service provides exceptional comfort for your journey.
- Seating Layout: 1-2 configuration (single seats on one side, double seats on the other)
- Total Seats: 33
- Key Features:
- Wide, comfortable seats with extra legroom
- Personal reading lights
- USB charging ports
- Complimentary bottled water and snacks
- Onboard toilet
Express Bus
The Express bus provides a comfortable travel option with a traditional seating layout at a more economical price point of 400 THB.
- Seating Layout: 2-2 configuration (two seats on each side of the aisle)
- Total Seats: 40 seats across 10 rows
- Key Features:
- Standard reclining seats
- Air conditioning
- Complimentary water
Best Seat Recommendations
VIP Bus
- Best Overall: Seats 2A or 2B offer the perfect balance of smooth ride and quick exit
- Most Private: A seats (window side, single seats) offer the best privacy
- Best for Couples: B and C seats on the right side allow pairs to sit together
- Avoid: Row 1 has limited legroom due to the front wall
Express Bus
- Best Overall: Rows 2-4 provide the smoothest ride
- Window Views: A and D seats offer the best views
- Extra Legroom: Aisle seats (B and C) offer more flexibility
- Best for Groups: Book adjacent seats in rows 2-5
For more detailed information about Greenbus VIP and Express services, visit our comprehensive Guide to Greenbus Bus Classes.
Important Travel Information
- Boarding Requirements: Present a screenshot of the PDF voucher.
- Check-in Time: Arrive at least 30 minutes before departure for check-in.
- Identification: Your actual passport and boarding pass are required. The passport number and name must match the boarding pass information.
- Baggage Allowance: 20 kg per passenger. Additional weight costs 5-20 THB per kg, depending on size. No regulations on hand-carry bags.
- Prohibited Items: Flammable goods, pets, weapons, strong-smelling food, objects containing liquids, fragile packages, and oversized or overweight items.
- Air Conditioning: Bring warm clothing as buses maintain cool temperatures to prevent condensation in mountainous areas.
Greenbus Travel FAQ
GreenBus provides reliable mountain route service with comfortable buses, competitive fares, and easy online booking. Their experience with Northern Thailand’s routes makes them an excellent choice for this journey.
The VIP bus takes 5 hours 40 minutes, while Express buses take between 5 hours 40 minutes to 7 hours 5 minutes, covering 280 kilometers (174 miles).
Yes, there is typically a short rest stop halfway through the journey where passengers can use the restroom and purchase snacks.
Paper tickets are available from Greenbus staff at the station for 30 baht per ticket if needed as travel evidence.
The voucher is valid only for the specified date and time. Contact SiamTickets or GreenBus customer service in advance for any date changes.
Bring your passport, boarding pass, PDF voucher screenshot, and warm clothing for the air-conditioned journey.
Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 offers food outlets, convenience stores, ATMs, and taxi services for your onward journey.
Summary
Planning your trip from Chiang Khong to Chiang Mai? Here are the essential details:
- Choose from VIP (570 THB) or Express (400 THB) service
- 3 daily departures available
- VIP journey time: 5 hours 40 minutes
- Modern buses with air conditioning and onboard facilities
- Easy online booking through SiamTickets
Book your GreenBus tickets today and get ready for a comfortable journey to Chiang Mai.
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