Transport
Pai
Songthaews
These are pickup trucks with benches in the back that operate like shared taxis. They run fixed routes and are a cheap way to travel short distances within the province or between nearby towns.
Rental Cars/Motorbikes
Renting a car or motorbike gives you the freedom to explore Thailand at your own pace. There are several rental shops in the provinces where you can rent vehicles for daily or longer-term use.
Motorbike Taxis
For short distances within the town, motorbike taxis are a common and convenient option.
Taxis
There’s an imposing taxi counter next to the bus station on Chaisongkran Road plus numerous smaller ones dotted around town.
Bicycle
Cycling is a woefully underused means of transport in Pai since, with largely flat terrain in the wide valley, generally good quality rural roads plus lots of country back lanes to explore, it is an ideal way to get around.
Bus : Route 1095
There is only one road through Pai: Route 1095, along which you can either travel southeast to Chiang Mai or northwest to Soppong and Mae Hong Son. Obviously, that includes any stops along the route, like Mae Malai, but any other destinations you see advertised will necessitate a change of bus.