Heading from Chiang Mai to Hua Hin? Our driver picks you up at your hotel, condo or terminal in Chiang Mai and drives you straight to your door in Hua Hin. It is about 900 km and roughly 11 h 45 min on the road, at one fixed price per car — not per person.
Chiang Mai to Hua Hin: taxi vs bus vs train vs flight
| Option | Door to door | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| Private taxi (CABHUAHIN) | ✓ | About 11 h 45 min, leave any time, luggage in the boot, from 7,000 THB per car. |
| Bus / minivan | ✕ | Cheapest per person, but fixed departures from a bus terminal and usually a transfer to your hotel at the end. |
| Train | ✕ | Scenic and relaxed, but slow, runs to a timetable and stops at Hua Hin station, not your door. |
| Flight via Bangkok | ✕ | Fly to Bangkok, then about 3 hours by road; airport time adds up, so it rarely saves the day. |
Route · 900 km
Route Chiang Mai → Hua Hin, step by step
- 0 km
Chiang Mai
Pick-up in Chiang Mai (hotel, airport, pier or any address)
- 20 km
Lamphun
via Hwy 11
- 100 km
Lampang
via Hwy 11
- 260 km
Tak
via Hwy 1
- 360 km
Kamphaeng Phet
via Hwy 1
- 460 km
Nakhon Sawan
via Hwy 1
- 520 km
Chai Nat
via Hwy 1
- 560 km
Sing Buri
via Hwy 32 / Hwy 1
- 600 km
Ang Thong
via Hwy 32
- 630 km
Ayutthaya
via Hwy 32
- 715 km
Kanchanaphisek Outer Ring Road
via Hwy 9 → Hwy 32 (Asian Hwy)
- 740 km
Samut Sakhon
via Hwy 9
- 775 km
Samut Songkhram
via Hwy 35
- 805 km
Wang Manao Junction (Pak Tho)
via Hwy 35 (Rama II)
- 835 km
Phetchaburi
via Hwy 4
- 875 km
Cha-am
via Hwy 4
- 900 km
Hua Hin
via Hwy 4 (Phetkasem) · Drop-off at your hotel or home in Hua Hin
Distances are counted from Hua Hin town. The driver may change the road for traffic, roadworks or weather; the price stays the same.
Chiang Mai to Hua Hin price by vehicle
Taxi sedan
Toyota Vios / Honda City · 3 passengers · 2 bags
฿7,000
Private sedan
Toyota Corolla Altis / Camry · 3 passengers · 3 bags
฿7,100
SUV 7-seat
Toyota Fortuner / Innova · 6 passengers · 4 bags
฿8,600
VIP Van
Toyota Commuter VIP · 10 passengers · 8 bags
฿10,700
Alphard Luxury
Toyota Alphard · 5 passengers · 4 bags
฿25,300
one way · per car · THB
Questions about Chiang Mai to Hua Hin
How much is a taxi from Chiang Mai to Hua Hin?+
A private car from Chiang Mai to Hua Hin starts at 7,000 THB one way per car, with fuel and expressway tolls included.
How far is Chiang Mai from Hua Hin and how long does it take?+
The road distance is about 900 km, around 11 h 45 min of driving. Allow extra time on Fridays and public holidays.
Can you pick us up at the airport, pier or hotel in Chiang Mai?+
Yes. Tell us the exact address, flight or ferry when you book and the driver will meet you there.
Is the price per person or per car?+
Per car. The price is the same whether you travel alone or fill every seat.
How do I book?+
Press BOOKNOW, choose Chiang Mai as pick-up and add your date, time and passengers. We confirm by WhatsApp, LINE or email.