How to travel from Doi Inthanon to Phayao by public transport?

Traveling from Doi Inthanon to Phayao by public transport presents some challenges due to the lack of direct connections. Here's a step-by-step plan:

1. Travel from Doi Inthanon to Chiang Mai:

- Method: Since there's no direct public transport from Doi Inthanon, you will need to return to Chiang Mai first. You can hire a taxi or a songthaew (shared taxi) for this trip.

- Duration: The drive takes approximately 1-1.5 hours.

2. From Chiang Mai to Phayao:

- At Chiang Mai Arcade Bus Station: After reaching Chiang Mai, go to Arcade Bus Station to catch a bus to Phayao.