Heading from Pai to Chiang Mai? Your driver picks you up at your hotel or meeting point in Pai and drives you in a private air-conditioned car to Chiang Mai Airport or your hotel anywhere in the city: Old City, Nimman, the Night Bazaar area or the riverside. It is about 135 km, roughly 3 h.
⛰ Mountain road ahead (Pai, Mae Hong Son, Doi Inthanon)? Take a motion-sickness tablet before you go – the driver stops whenever you need a break.
Price Pai to Chiang Mai
| Drop-off → | Chiang Mai Airport | Any hotel in Chiang Mai | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| one way | round trip | one way | round trip | |
Taxi Sedan 2 passengers · 1–2 bags | 3,950 | 7,580 | 3,950 | 7,580 |
Eco Car 3 passengers · 1–3 bags | 4,490 | 8,620 | 4,490 | 8,620 |
Luxury Sedan 3 passengers · 1–3 bags | 4,960 | 9,520 | 4,960 | 9,520 |
Family MPV 4 passengers · 1–4 bags | 5,420 | 10,410 | 5,420 | 10,410 |
Family SUV 4 passengers · 1–5 bags | 5,890 | 11,310 | 5,890 | 11,310 |
VIP Minivan 8 passengers · 1–8 bags | 7,430 | 14,270 | 7,430 | 14,270 |
All New VIP Van 8 passengers · 1–8 bags | 8,670 | 16,650 | 8,670 | 16,650 |
Pickup Truck 4 passengers · cargo box | 7,900 | 15,170 | 7,900 | 15,170 |
Hyundai H-1 VIP 5 passengers · 4–5 bags | 9,840 | 18,890 | 9,840 | 18,890 |
Toyota Alphard 5 passengers · 1–5 bags | 20,900 | 40,130 | 20,900 | 40,130 |
THB per car · fuel, tolls & driver included · 50% deposit to confirm
BOOKNOWQuestions: Pai to Chiang Mai
How much is a taxi from Pai to Chiang Mai?+
A private car from Pai to Chiang Mai starts at 3,950 THB one way per car, with fuel and tolls included. It is the same fixed price as the trip from Chiang Mai.
How long does it take from Pai to Chiang Mai?+
About 135 km, roughly 3 h, without long stops.
Can we stop on the way?+
Yes. Short stops for a toilet, coffee or a photo are fine. Tell us in advance if you want a longer sightseeing stop so we can plan it.
Where in Chiang Mai can you drop me?+
Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) or any hotel, guesthouse or condo: Old City, Nimman, Santitham, Night Bazaar, Hang Dong, Mae Rim and more.
How do I pay?+
A 50% deposit confirms the booking (Wise, Thai bank transfer, PromptPay QR or USDT); the balance is paid to the driver on the day. Cancel 7 days or more ahead and 30% of the deposit is refunded.
