Khon Kaen to Bangkok

Khon Kaen to Bangkok

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Khon Kaen to Bangkok Destination Reviews

M
Everything working perfect, easy to order tickets and pay👍
Khon Kaen to Bangkok, flight Economy, Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย), Nov 12, 2025
PA
I did this rail trip from near Laos Khong Kate) to Bangkok during the day instead of a night train. It was a very atmospheric trip. The train is old, the windows are lowered to get cooler air in, people sit in compartments for four people, looking out to the changing landscape, it is so lovely experience that country this way.
Khon Kaen to Bangkok, Train #76 Class 3 Fan, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Oct 28, 2025
VD
Very good
Khon Kaen to Bangkok, Bus First Class, Nakhonchai Air (นครชัยแอร์), Sep 26, 2025
HS
Would have been better if not for it being 1.5 hours late.
Khon Kaen to Bangkok, Train #76 2nd Class AC seats only, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Sep 24, 2025
F
The charging port in the bus didn't work and the bus was smelling so bad ,of the lavatory.
Khon Kaen to Bangkok, Bus Express, Chan Tour (ชาญทัวร์), Aug 31, 2025
JO
The experience far exceeded expectations: spacious and comfortable seats, air-conditioning, and attentive service from a hostess who provided bottled water, snacks, a hot meal of rice with Thai pork stir-fry, followed later by milk and a refreshing cold face towel. The level of service from Nakhonchaiair Bus was truly impressive.
Khon Kaen to Bangkok, Bus Gold Class, Nakhonchai Air (นครชัยแอร์), Aug 21, 2025
BB
Very unfriendly staff and we arrived 2 hours late at Bangkok terminal. The driver stopped for nearly 15 minute every 30km
Khon Kaen to Bangkok, Bus Express, Jiratkan Kemarat (จิรัฐกาล-เขมราฐ), Jul 16, 2025
N
,very good
Khon Kaen to Bangkok, Train #26 2nd Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Apr 28, 2025
GS
I think an elder person was in my seat, so I let them have it. The seat I ended up with was not as comfortable for the 8 hour all night trip, but it was quite alright and a good experience. Great price.
Khon Kaen to Bangkok, Train #134 Class 3 Fan, Thai Railways (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Jan 12, 2025
LH
The car went extremely smoothly. The staff is very lovely, enthusiastically supporting whenever passengers need anything. Especially I ride a car around noon, so I am served a lot of food. I was impressed by Nakhonchaiair's service. ♥️
Khon Kaen to Bangkok, Bus Gold Class, Nakhonchai Air (นครชัยแอร์), Apr 27, 2024
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Khon Kaen to Bangkok Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Torch
Economy 3pax
Any time
+6h
$138.64
Bus
Chan Tour
Express
00:30
05:40
$14.12
Bus
Chan Tour
Express
01:00
06:10
$18.82
Bus
Nakhonchai Air
Gold Class
06:30
12:30
$13.90
  4.4
Bus
Nakhonchai Air
Gold Class
08:00
14:29
$13.90
  4.4
Flight
Thai Airways
Economy
08:25
09:25
$40.06
  4.0
Bus
Nakhonchai Air
Gold Class
08:45
15:14
$13.90
  4.4
Train
Thai Railway
Class 3 Fan
09:01
16:19
$7.28
Bus
Nakhonchai Air
Gold Class
09:30
15:14
$13.90
Train
Thai Railway
Class 3 Fan
09:57
16:35
$6.90
Train
Thai Railway
Class 3 Fan
10:15
16:19
$6.71
Bus
Nakhonchai Air
Gold Class
10:40
17:12
$13.90
  4.4
Bus
Nakhonchai Air
Gold Class
11:00
17:30
$13.90
  4.4
Bus
Nakhonchai Air
Gold Class
11:20
17:52
$13.90
  4.4
Bus
Nakhonchai Air
Gold Class
11:45
18:14
$13.90
  4.4
Flight
Thai Airways
Economy
12:05
13:15
$52.18
  4.0
Bus
Nakhonchai Air
First Class
12:21
17:52
$18.54
Bus
Cherdchai Tour
Express
12:40
20:00
$11.92
Bus
Nakhonchai Air
Gold Class
13:00
19:07
$13.90
  4.4
Bus
Nakhonchai Air
Gold Class
13:16
19:00
$13.90

Transportation from Khon Kaen to Bangkok

Facts about the transport from Khon Kaen to Bangkok

Cheapest Transport$8
Fastest Transport55m
Earliest Departure8:35 AM
Latest Departure11:54 PM
Departures per day1
Distance642 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAEC 168 Transport and Travel, Gosafe Transport, Kanokwan Travel, Phet Prasert, Prayat Tour, Thai AirAsia, Thai AirAsia, Thai AirAsia, Thai Lion Air, Thai Lion Air, Torch

How to get from Khon Kaen to Bangkok

When you want to get from Khon Kaen to Bangkok, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Train
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus+train ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 17.79. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 17.79.

How far is Khon Kaen from Bangkok?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Khon Kaen to Bangkok. Your trip will be a total of 400 miles (642 km). The flying distance is 485 miles (780 km).

How long does it take to get from Khon Kaen to Bangkok?

The travel time from Khon Kaen to Bangkok can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 13 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Khon Kaen to Bangkok?

The cost of the trip from Khon Kaen to Bangkok varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Prayat Tour (บริษัทประหยัดทัวร์): travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 17.79 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 17.79.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Khon Kaen to Bangkok:

  • Train tickets - USD 7.03 to USD 45.15;
  • Bus tickets - USD 17.79 to USD 17.79;
  • Plane tickets - USD 33.51 to USD 75.48;
  • Bus+Train price: USD 43.89. From Khon Kaen to Bangkok starting from 17:30 Khon Kaen Bus Terminal 3 until 17:30 Khon Kaen Bus Terminal 3

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 159.44 to USD 234.51.

How many trips per day are there between Khon Kaen and Bangkok?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 23:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:00. There are 1 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Khon Kaen to Bangkok. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 33.51.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Khon Kaen to Bangkok

Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย), Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย), Thai AirAsia, Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย), Thai Lion Air (ไทยไลอ้อนแอร์), Thai Lion Air

Buses

Taking a bus from Khon Kaen to Bangkok is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Khon Kaen to Bangkok. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 159.44.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Khon Kaen to Bangkok

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Khon Kaen to Bangkok? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 49% chosen Bus+Train
  • 48% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 2% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 1% Other