VIP Bus Bangkok to Chiang Mai: Online Booking, Bus Types, and Routes

SiamTickets offers premium travel options with VIP buses from Bangkok to Chiang Mai. Choose between five luxury bus operators, each providing first-class experiences starting in Thailand’s capital and ending in its northern cultural hub.

Pro-tip for solo travelers: Book the VIP 20 “Wiang Ping Bus” with 1-1 seating for maximum comfort, and save a hotel night with popular evening departures arriving fresh in Chiang Mai by morning.

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Schedule: VIP Bangkok to Chiang Mai

VIP bus seating layouts: Private 1-1 layout with 20 single seats versus Mixed 1-2 layout with 33 seats in total

Planning tip: Night buses (departing 19:00-21:30) are time-efficient and save you a hotel night. Prices range from 690 to 1,020 THB, with travel times around 10.5 hours.

Two Ways to Ride in Style:

  • Private Layout (1-1): Single seats on both sides of the aisle—perfect for privacy.
Bus Company Departure Times
Bangkok Busline 20:00
Sombat Tour 19:25, 21:19
  • Mixed Layout (1-2): Single seats on one side and pairs on the other—great for friends or budget travelers.
Bus Company Departure Times
Bangkok Busline 16:00
Budsarakam Tour 18:50, 20:00
Nakhonchai Air 10:00, 10:15, 10:50, 21:15, 21:30
Sritawong Tour 19:00, 20:30
Sombat Tour 07:00, 19:40, 20:25, 21:00, 21:39

Pricing Overview:

  • Budget options start at 690 THB (Bangkok Busline, mixed layout).
  • Midrange options are 770-1,000 THB (Budsarakam Tour, Sritawong Tour).
  • Premium options like Sombat Tour and Nakhonchai Air cost 970-1,020 THB, offering private and mixed layouts for added comfort.

Premium VIP Options

1. Sombat Tour Supreme Class

Sombat Tour Supreme Class VIP 20 and VIP 33 Seats - Luxurious reclining seats with personal screens and ample legroom.
Sombat Tour Supreme Class Interior

Sombat Tour offers two premium options:

Bus Type Seating Configuration Key Amenities
VIP 20 “Wiang Ping Bus”1+1 (20 seats)Spacious single capsule seats, personal TV screens, USB chargers
VIP 331+2 (33 seats)Wider seats, USB chargers

2. Nakhonchai Air First Class

Nakhonchai Air First Class interior showing luxury seating
  • Vehicle Type: Mercedes-Benz, 15 meters long
  • Seating: 1-2 configuration with 30 seats
  • Premium Features: Capsule-style seating, real leather, personal entertainment system, complimentary shuttle service to/from Mo Chit BTS

3. Other Premium Operators

  • Bangkok Busline: 1-1 and 1-2 configurations, strict 30-min check-in policy
  • Sritawong Tour: Comfortable 1-2 layout, free meal coupons
  • Budsarakam Tour: Modern fleet, standard VIP amenities

Standard VIP Features Across All Operators

Sombat Tour VIP 33 Bus - Spacious reclining seats with personal entertainment screens.
  • Comfort: Air conditioning, reclining seats (135°), footrests, blankets, two drivers per bus
  • Entertainment & Connectivity: TV screens, USB ports, Wi-Fi (where available)
  • Services: Onboard toilet, snacks, attendant, rest stop meal
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Travel Time and Rest Stop

Sombat Tour rest stop in Kamphaeng Phet on the route between Bangkok and Chiang Mai.
Sombat Tour rest stop in Kamphaeng Phet

The journey from Bangkok to Chiang Mai covers around 700 kilometers (435 miles) in approximately 10.5 hours, with a rest stop at Mae Suree Restaurant, Pitsanulok.

Northern Bus Terminal (Mo Chit)

Bangkok's Mo Chit Bus Terminal, a key transportation hub connecting to northern and northeastern Thailand.
Mo Chit Bus Terminal

Getting to Mo Chit Bus Terminal: Options include MRT, BTS, or a direct taxi ride (150-250 THB from the city center).

Check-in and Boarding

  • Check-in Requirements: Arrive 30-60 minutes before, ID required, exchange e-ticket for a pass
  • Festival Period Notice: Arrive 2+ hours early, book well in advance

Practical Information

Travel Policies

  • Prohibited Items: Alcohol, strong-smelling food, animals, flammable items
  • Special Provisions: Infants under 3 travel free; no child fares

Frequently Asked Questions

Arrive 30-60 minutes early; missed departures are non-refundable.

Policies vary; contact SiamTickets customer service.

Yes, a meal stop is included; coupons are provided for VIP passengers.

Inform staff; requests are at their discretion.

Contact your operator’s customer service immediately.

Summary

Key points for your Bangkok to Chiang Mai VIP bus journey:

  • Journey takes approximately 10.5 hours
  • Prices range from 690 to 1,020 THB
  • Check-in 30-60 minutes before departure
  • Valid ID/passport required
  • One rest stop with meal service
  • Allow extra time during festivals
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