How to Get from Bangkok to Mae Sot

Nok Air is the only airline that offers flights from Bangkok to Mae Sot. Bear in mind that Nok Air operates smaller propeller-type aeroplanes for this route. If this concerns you, we suggest taking the bus.

The airline used to operate 6 flights from Bangkok to Mae Sot every day but due to the pandemic, it’s limited to 3 flights a day. Still, enough choice with daily departures at 08:15, 11:00 and 15:30.

Flights depart from Don Mueang Airport (DMK) which can be reached by taxi, train or public bus.

Tickets for this flight from Bangkok to Mae Sot start at $2. You can use Skyscanner to find the cheapest rates and book your flights online.

The small airport in Mae Sot is located about 5 km west of the city centre.

Taking the bus from Bangkok to Mae Sot is the cheapest option and also produces fewer emissions compared to flying. Several bus companies are operating on this route.

It is a long trip but luckily, the buses from Bangkok to Mae Sot offer a comfortable airconditioned ride with reclining seats. The staff will also provide you with a blanket which is quite useful as buses more often tend to be too cold than too warm.

Both day and night buses are available from Bangkok to Mae Sot.

Departure and arrival stations

Sasanan Tour departs from Bangkok Bus Terminal (Chatuchak – Mochit). You can reach this by MRT, BTS, a public bus, tuk-tuk or taxi. During non-peak hours, Mochit Terminal is only about a 15-minute taxi ride from the city centre, but the ride can take up to 1 hour if you’re using public transport.

Khao San Tara Tour departs from its headquarters, about a 10-minute walk from Khao San Road.

All buses arrive at Mae Sot Bus Station, located 5 km west of the city centre.

A private transfer is a convenient option when travelling in a group from Bangkok to Mae Sot.

Rates start from $264 for a -seater private transfer. Divide the cost and that’s about per person. Travel time is around 8h.