How long will it take to go from Chiang Mai to Pai on a scooter?
I have a day spare in Chiang Mai and wanted to check out Pai via scooter. However, I don't know how long it will take to get there - various sites I read when I Google the question state anywhere between 2 and 8 hrs.
Can Pai be visited in a day with a scooter (returning before 6pm to return scooter to office)?
Best Answer
It may depend a lot on how confident you are on a scooter, and specifically on Thai roads with Thai traffic.
It's around 120km one way.
This video shows the trip and runs for about 2 hours. It's unclear exactly how close to the town it starts though.
Adventuresunsets points out it's windy, with "762 turns during the whole 3-4 hour drive." That's probably not ideal for a beginner.
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How do I get from Chiang Mai to Pai?
To go from Chiang Mai to Pai, or from Pai to Chiang Mai, you can take the passenger van run by Prempracha Transport. In fact, Prempracha Transport is the only authorised transport company that services the Pai district. Each van can take up to 13 passengers and 1 driver. The ticket price is 150 Baht one-way.Where should I stop between Chiang Mai and Pai?
The top stops along the way from Chiang Mai to Pai (with short detours) are Wat Chedi Luang, Wat Phra That Doi Suthep, Ratchaworawihan, and Pai Canyon. Other popular stops include Maerim Elephant Sanctuary, Thai Elephant Home, and Tha Pai Hot Spring.Can you drive from Chiang Mai to Pai?
The road from Chiang Mai to Pai is officially called Route 1095 and is surprisingly only 80km but thanks to its 762 corners, this road trip is anything but short and sweet. Thankfully there was a major revamp in 2015 so this steep and winding road is far safer than it used to be.How long should you spend in Pai?
It's minimum 3 hours each way and that's in a speeding minivan flying around hundreds of tight corners and up/down like a roller coaster. Pai is not really about the destination, it is about settling in a for a few days or more to relax, or slowly explore the valley on a bike.762 TURNS - CHIANG MAI TO PAI BY SCOOTER
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