Facts about the bus from Bangkok to Pattaya
| Cheapest Bus | $5 |
| Fastest Bus | 2h |
| Earliest Bus | 5:00 AM |
| Latest Bus | 10:00 PM |
| Daily Bus Routes | 65 |
| Distance | 63 kilometers |
| Bus Companies | Bell Travel, Roong Reuang Coach, The Nine Travel, Transport Co |
Buses from Bangkok to Pattaya
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Bangkok to Pattaya Destination Reviews
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Cynthia DAVOID AVOID AVOID!
Driver left 25 mins past the departure time, decided to stop MULTIPLE TIMES during the ride to either buy food, put gaz, stop to BRING MORE PEOPLE INTO THE BUS even thought we didn’t have the room and he took the money probably for himself.
We were LOCKED in the bus while he was doing his stops and he WAS NOT listening to us saying we wanted to go home and were very late.
We made it to Bangkok 3h30 AFTER DEPARTURE!
Terrible experience.
Bangkok to Pattaya, Bus Express, Roong Reuang Coach (รถรุ่งเรือง), Feb 23, 2026
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Trevor Whist the bus ride to Pattaya was without any issues the support staff (particularly the women) at the station assisting passengers with boarding were rude, aggressive and done right nasty!
As there is very little information in English it was difficult to determine which bus we needed no board. When we asked the staff, showing them our ticket they responded with a NO!! Pushing us away.
The toilet in the bus was absolutely disgusting and stinking. Didn’t look like it had been cleaned since the bus first came into service.
The bus stations on either location have very little English for foreigners.
Bangkok to Pattaya, Bus Express, Roong Reuang Coach (รถรุ่งเรือง), Feb 21, 2026
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Victor LAll good except that we left 30mn later than planned.
Bangkok to Pattaya, Bus Express, Roong Reuang Coach (รถรุ่งเรือง), Feb 21, 2026
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Stephen DLate but usially is
Bangkok to Pattaya, Bus Express, Roong Reuang Coach (รถรุ่งเรือง), Feb 12, 2026
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Sergio DBus departed 30 minutes late. It's very old and not comfortable for over 2 hour tropd. Toilet was very smelly.
Bangkok to Pattaya, Bus Express, Roong Reuang Coach (รถรุ่งเรือง), Feb 12, 2026
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Aurimas SWas a bit late, but overall great trip.
Bangkok to Pattaya, Bus Express, Roong Reuang Coach (รถรุ่งเรือง), Feb 10, 2026
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Ashton VVery late!
Bangkok to Pattaya, Bus Express, Roong Reuang Coach (รถรุ่งเรือง), Feb 9, 2026
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Gerd Nso far so good, except that I had to wait in queue
for 15 min for checking in even I had an e-ticket receipt.
This process should be improved.
Bangkok to Pattaya, Bus Express, Roong Reuang Coach (รถรุ่งเรือง), Feb 6, 2026
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Pascal FVery limited room in the van.
Bangkok to Pattaya, Bus Intercity, T Tour (ทีทัวร์), Feb 5, 2026
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Marjorie There is very little support in ways of helping foreign tourists understand how the bus terminal works. If it wasn’t for standing back and watching others and asking other tourists, you wouldn’t have any idea of how this works.
I paid for luggage, one suitcase for both my husband and myself, yet when we were boarding the lady was very abrupt and making us pay 20baht each for the bags to load- even though they are smaller sized suitcases.
It’s very much like a shove your way in or miss out event- even though everyone has seats assigned, people push and shove to get there first - it’s a miracle no one gets hurt just trying to get on the damn bus.
It’s cheap and you get what you pay for, but some guidance for tourists would be good.
Bangkok to Pattaya, Bus Express, Roong Reuang Coach (รถรุ่งเรือง), Jan 29, 2026
Bangkok to Pattaya Bus Schedule
| Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
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Roong Reuang Coach | Express | 05:00 | 07:30 | $4.51 | |
Roong Reuang Coach | Express | 06:00 | 08:30 | $4.22 | |
Roong Reuang Coach | Express | 07:00 | 09:30 | $4.51 | |
Wongsaithong Tour | Intercity | 07:30 | 10:55 | $4.83 | |
Roong Reuang Coach | Express | 08:00 | 10:30 | $4.51 | |
Wongsaithong Tour | Intercity | 08:30 | 11:55 | $4.83 | |
Roong Reuang Coach | Express | 09:00 | 11:30 | $4.22 | |
Tara Tour and Travel | Economy Class | 09:30 | 13:30 | $10.85 | |
Roong Reuang Coach | Express | 10:00 | 12:30 | $4.22 | |
Wongsaithong Tour | Intercity | 10:30 | 13:55 | $4.83 | |
Roong Reuang Coach | Express | 11:00 | 13:30 | $4.22 | |
Wongsaithong Tour | Intercity | 11:30 | 14:55 | $4.83 | |
Roong Reuang Coach | Express | 12:00 | 14:30 | $4.22 | |
Wongsaithong Tour | Intercity | 12:30 | 15:55 | $4.83 | |
Roong Reuang Coach | Express | 13:00 | 15:30 | $4.22 | |
Wongsaithong Tour | Intercity | 13:30 | 16:55 | $4.83 | |
Roong Reuang Coach | Express | 14:00 | 16:30 | $4.22 | |
Wongsaithong Tour | Intercity | 14:30 | 17:55 | $4.83 | |
Roong Reuang Coach | Express | 15:00 | 17:30 | $4.22 | |
Wongsaithong Tour | Intercity | 15:30 | 18:55 | $4.83 |
How to get from Bangkok to Pattaya by Bus
Taking a bus to get from Bangkok to Pattaya is a safe, comfortable and less expensive alternative for traveling this route. To popular destinations, bus companies operate multiple trips per day, often round the clock at 30-60 minute intervals. To less traveled destinations, there may be only 1 scheduled trip a day. The most common bus types are non-air-conditioned, air-conditioned, and premium buses.
It is best to reserve your tickets at least a few days ahead of your travel date. Check our list of bus companies available for online booking offering Bangkok to Pattaya tickets. When traveling on weekends and holidays it is recommended to reserve tickets much earlier due to higher numbers of travelers, both vacation-makers and urban workers returning home to their provincial home.
How far is it from Bangkok to Pattaya?
Traveling by bus, the distance from Bangkok to Pattaya depends on the route taken. Most bus companies travel via expressways or tollways. This may not necessarily be the shortest route but it is the fastest one as normally there is less traffic and no traffic lights.
To get to certain island destinations which are not connected to the mainland by a bridge, buses board large car ferries. Passengers are usually asked to get off the bus, but there is no need to take your luggage from the bus. The travel distance from port to port is added to the total distance.
How long does it take to get from Bangkok to Pattaya by Bus?
The estimate travel time from Bangkok to Pattaya is about 2h. Note that traveling by bus is slower compared to driving your own car or getting a taxi. Depending on the departure time congestion between Bangkok and Pattaya may differ greatly There is usually more traffic between morning until afternoon during weekdays than during weekends.
Another important factor that may affect travel time is the type of bus. Premium or VIP buses are usually faster as they use motorways and call to fewer bus stations (if any) en route. Buses normally make short 10-30-minute breaks after a few hours of continuous travel to allow passengers use bathrooms, stock up on munchies and let bus attendants and the driver have rest.
Some premium buses have onboard toilets and the second driver. Nevertheless, usually they still make en route stops for a quick lunch or fuel refill.
How much does it cost to get from Bangkok to Pattaya by Bus?
The ticket price from Bangkok to Pattaya can vary depending on the type of buses you choose. For a less expensive ticket consider non-air-conditioned or ordinary buses. Premium or luxury buses are more expensive but you can expect more comfort and some additional services like phone charging ports, personal entertainment system screens and toilets.
Bangkok to Pattaya timetable
To help you plan your trip, here is the Bangkok to Pattaya timetable of bus departure and arrival times.
Best Rated Companies for this Route
Bus companies differ a lot in quality and service they provide. When choosing a bus company for you travels, do some basic research before you buy your tickets.
Safety is one of the most important aspects to consider. We also recommend you checking reviews on overall service quality of the bus companies serving this route.
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Transportation from Bangkok to Pattaya
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Trains$ 7.08
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Buses$ 4.28
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Flights$ 308.69
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Taxis$ 51.24
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Vans$ 5.95
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Ferries are not available