Khon Kaen to Bangkok by train, bus, flight, taxi from THB 233

Khon Kaen to Bangkok Destination Reviews

Maria W

We traveled with our bicycles and contacted Chan Tours right after booking to ask if taking them along was possible. We never received a reply, so we arrived early on departure day to clarify everything in person. We were told that transporting the bikes was possible for an extra fee. We had expected a charge of around 60–130 THB, as commonly mentioned online. However, we were given a “quotation” of 1,400 THB – the same price as our two tickets combined. We tried to negotiate, as this seemed extremely overpriced. The staff claimed that our bicycles would block two seats and therefore reduce the number of passengers. Otherwise, our tickets would be cancelled. In the end, we managed to negotiate the fee down to 1,000 THB, partly because we tried to be understanding. When the bus arrived, the bicycles were simply loaded into the luggage compartment like normal baggage. At that point, the high extra fee was no longer justified. We were told that “this is how it always works,” which we find hard to believe. Apart from this issue, the bus itself was comfortable. The seats reclined well, and we received a small blanket, water, and a snack.

Khon Kaen to Bangkok, Bus Express, Chan Tour (ชาญทัวร์), Feb 1, 2026

Michael

Everything working perfect, easy to order tickets and pay👍

Khon Kaen to Bangkok, flight Economy, Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย), Nov 12, 2025

Pietro A

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

Viet D

Very good

Khon Kaen to Bangkok, Bus First Class, Nakhonchai Air (นครชัยแอร์), Sep 26, 2025

Hong S

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

Florence

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

John O

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

Bart B

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

Natee

,very good

Khon Kaen to Bangkok, Train #26 2nd Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Apr 28, 2025

Gustav S

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

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Khon Kaen to Bangkok Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Taxi	Torch	Economy 3pax	Any time	+6h	$140.03
Bus	Chan Tour	Express	00:30	05:40	$14.26
Bus	Chan Tour	Express	01:00	06:10	$19.01
Bus	Nakhonchai Air	Gold Class	06:30	12:30	$14.04	4.4
Bus	Nakhonchai Air	Gold Class	08:00	14:29	$14.04	4.4
Flight	Thai Airways	Economy	08:25	09:25	$40.06	4.0
Bus	Nakhonchai Air	Gold Class	08:45	15:14	$14.04	4.4
Train	Thai Railway	Class 3 Fan	09:01	16:19	$7.35
Bus	Nakhonchai Air	Gold Class	09:30	15:14	$14.04
Train	Thai Railway	Class 3 Fan	09:57	16:35	$6.97
Train	Thai Railway	Class 3 Fan	10:15	16:19	$6.78
Bus	Nakhonchai Air	Gold Class	10:40	17:12	$14.04	4.4
Bus	Nakhonchai Air	Gold Class	11:00	17:30	$14.04	4.4
Bus	Nakhonchai Air	Gold Class	11:20	17:52	$14.04	4.4
Bus	Nakhonchai Air	Gold Class	11:45	18:14	$14.04	4.4
Flight	Thai Airways	Economy	12:05	13:15	$52.18	4.0
Bus	Nakhonchai Air	First Class	12:21	17:52	$18.73
Bus	Cherdchai Tour	Express	12:40	20:00	$12.04
Bus	Nakhonchai Air	Gold Class	13:00	19:07	$14.04	4.4
Bus	Nakhonchai Air	Gold Class	13:16	19:00	$14.04

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 taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 287.89. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 7.38.

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 Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย): travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 7.38 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 287.89.

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

Train tickets - USD 7.38 to USD 53.36;
Bus tickets - USD 15.62 to USD 20.31;
Plane tickets - USD 33.84 to USD 76.24;
Bus+Train price: USD 44.33. 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 161.04 to USD 287.89.

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 06:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:55. There are 31 available bus trips every day.
Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 26 trains per day.
Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Khon Kaen to Bangkok any time of the 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 33.84.

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 161.04.

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:

39% users enjoyed a train ride.
38% chosen Bus+Train
21% decided to go for a bus.
1% Other

Transportation from Khon Kaen to Bangkok

Facts about the transport from Khon Kaen to Bangkok

Cheapest Transport	$8
Fastest Transport	55m
Earliest Departure	6:30 AM
Latest Departure	11:55 PM
Departures per day	71
Distance	642 kilometers
Transport Companies	AEC 168 Transport and Travel, Chan Tour, Cherdchai Tour, Gosafe Transport, Jiratkan Kemarat, Kanokwan Travel, Nakhonchai Air, Phet Prasert, Thai AirAsia, Thai AirAsia, Thai AirAsia, Thai Lion Air, Thai Lion Air, Thai Railway, Thai Railways, Than Car Service, Torch

Popular Routes

Khon Kaen to Bangkok