Travelling from Chiang Mai to Hua Hin? Book a private car with a local Thai driver for the roughly 900 km trip — about 11–12 hours door to door, with fuel and tolls included and stops whenever you need them.
Get your Chiang Mai → Hua Hin price
Fixed price for the whole car, fuel and tolls included. No payment to ask.
About Chiang Mai
Chiang Mai is the capital of the north, with the old walled city, Doi Suthep and night markets.
Chiang Mai is the cultural capital of northern Thailand, set in a valley surrounded by mountains. Its old city, enclosed by a moat and remains of brick walls, is packed with temples, cafés and guesthouses. Beyond the moat lie craft villages, night markets, and the hills of Doi Suthep and Doi Inthanon. The city is also a base for trekking, elephant sanctuaries and cooking schools.
Travelling between Hua Hin and Chiang Mai by road is a choice for people relocating, carrying lots of luggage or pets, or simply wanting to see the country on the way. Others make it a multi-day road trip with stops in Ayutthaya, Sukhothai or Lampang. A private car with a trusted driver turns a long journey into a comfortable one, with the freedom to stop wherever you like. Many families relocating north also bring household items that would not fit on a plane.
Things to see and do in Chiang Mai
- Wat Phra That Doi Suthep overlooking the city
- The old city temples, including Wat Chedi Luang and Wat Phra Singh
- The Sunday Walking Street on Ratchadamnoen Road
- Chiang Mai Night Bazaar
- Doi Inthanon, Thailand’s highest mountain
- Craft villages along the San Kamphaeng road
- Nimmanhaemin Road’s cafés and shops
What’s included in your Chiang Mai to Hua Hin transfer
- A private car or van for your group only — no sharing, no extra pickups
- Pickup at your hotel, villa or address in Chiang Mai
- Drop-off at your hotel in Hua Hin, Cha-am or Pranburi
- Fuel and expressway tolls included in the price
- Toilet, food and photo stops on request
The road between Hua Hin and Chiang Mai
The drive between Hua Hin and Chiang Mai is a long one. From Hua Hin, it follows Phetkasem Road (Highway 4) and Rama II Road (Highway 35) towards Bangkok, then around the city and north on Highway 1 and Highway 32 past Ayutthaya to Nakhon Sawan. From there Highway 1 continues through Kamphaeng Phet and Tak to Lampang, and Highway 11 completes the journey to Chiang Mai. Most of the route is multi-lane highway; the mountainous section past Tak and Lampang is slower. Coffee shops and service areas are plentiful along the main highways.
Good places to stop on the way
- Ayutthaya Historical Park
- Nakhon Sawan
- Kamphaeng Phet Historical Park
- Sukhothai Historical Park (a detour from Tak)
- Lampang with its horse-drawn carriages
Toilet and food stops are free. Sightseeing stops at attractions are 500 THB each — add them in the booking notes.
Best time to travel to Chiang Mai
November to February is the best time in Chiang Mai, with cool nights and festivals such as Loy Krathong and Yi Peng. March and April bring hazy skies from agricultural burning. For a journey this long, one overnight stop or two drivers is safer than pushing through. Avoid leaving on the first day of long holidays, when Bangkok exits are congested.
Travel tip for Chiang Mai
For a long one-way trip like this, a van with two drivers or an overnight stop is the safe option — ask us.
Taxi vs. bus, train or flight to Hua Hin
Trains and buses connect many Thai cities, but they leave from stations outside the centre and rarely match flight or check-in times. A private car takes you from hotel to hotel.
Choose your car
Sedans suit one to three travellers, MPVs and SUVs four, and VIP vans up to eight with luggage. For long trips a van gives everyone more room to stretch out.
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SedanTaxi Sedan (Altis)
Toyota Corolla Altis taxi or similar
- Up to 2 passengers
- 1–2 suitcases
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SedanEco-Car Economy (Altis)
Toyota Corolla Altis or similar
- Up to 3 passengers
- 1–3 suitcases
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Business sedanLuxury Sedan (Camry)
Toyota Camry or similar
- Up to 3 passengers
- 1–3 suitcases
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SUVFamily SUV (Fortuner)
Toyota Fortuner or similar
- Up to 4 passengers
- 1–5 suitcases
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VanMini Van VIP (Commuter)
Toyota Commuter VIP van
- Up to 8 passengers
- 1–8 suitcases
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VanAll New VIP Van
New-generation Toyota Commuter VIP van
- Up to 8 passengers
- 1–8 suitcases
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PickupPickup Truck
Toyota Hilux Revo double cab or similar
- Up to 4 passengers
- Open load bed
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Questions about this route
How far is Chiang Mai from Hua Hin?
About 900 km by road.
How long does the drive take?
Around 11–12 hours, depending on traffic and stops.
How much is a taxi from Chiang Mai to Hua Hin?
The fare table on this page shows the fixed price for each car, for the whole car, with fuel and tolls included. No deposit is needed.
Can we stop on the way?
Yes — tell your driver whenever you need a break, food or a photo stop.
Can we stop overnight on the way?
Yes, Ayutthaya, Sukhothai or Lampang make good overnight stops; tell us when booking.
Can we take pets?
Usually yes; please mention pets in advance so we can send a suitable vehicle.
Should we fly instead?
Flying is quicker, but driving suits people with lots of luggage, pets, or a wish to explore.
