Chiang Mai to Lak Si by bus
Lak Si lies 571 km (355 mi) south of Chiang Mai, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 10 h 30 min including stops, over roughly 697 km (433 mi) of road.
| Chiang Mai | Lak Si | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Thailand | Thailand |
| Population | 127,240 | 109,770 |
| Elevation | 313 m (1,027 ft) | 8 m (26 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Bangkok) | UTC+7 (Asia/Bangkok) |
Where to book buses from Chiang Mai to Lak Si
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Staying in Lak Si
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Common questions
How far is Lak Si from Chiang Mai?
571 km (355 mi) in a straight line, south of Chiang Mai; by road roughly 697 km (433 mi).
How long does it take to get from Chiang Mai to Lak Si by bus?
About 10 h 30 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chiang Mai and Lak Si?
No, both are on Asia/Bangkok at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.