Bangkok to Railay Beach

Bangkok to Railay Beach

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Bangkok to Railay Beach Schedule

Bangkok to Railay Beach Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Glassflower Luxury VIP Van 9pax Any time฿ 10,951
Thai Airways Economy #TG224107:35 - 08:55฿ 4,499
Bangkok Air Economy 08:10 - 13:15฿ 6,850
Hahn Air Systems Economy #H1477211:00 - 12:25฿ 2,979
Thai Vietjet Economy #VZ34212:20 - 13:45$ 26.54
Hahn Air Systems Economy #H1471014:40 - 16:05฿ 2,679
Thai AirAsia Economy #FD322317:35 - 18:55฿ 1,560
Thai Smile Economy #WE24918:25 - 19:50฿ 2,962
Thai AirAsia Economy #FD322120:00 - 21:25฿ 1,560

Transportation from Bangkok to Railay Beach

Facts about the transport from Bangkok to Railay Beach

Cheapest Transport$24
Fastest Transport1h 20m
Earliest Departure5:00 AM
Latest Departure8:00 PM
Departures per day35
Distance950 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBangkok Air, BangkokTaxi24, Firstplan Transport Services, Glassflower, King Travel, Montanatip, Raja Ferry, Songserm, Thai AirAsia, Thai Lion Air, Thai Vietjet

How to get from Bangkok to Railay Beach

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

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Ferry
  • Van
  • 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 Van+taxi 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 456.84. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a flight as a flight ticket costs as low as USD 36.86.

How far is Bangkok from Railay Beach?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Bangkok to Railay Beach. Your trip will be a total of 591 miles (950 km). The flying distance is 705 miles (1134 km).

How long does it take to get from Bangkok to Railay Beach?

The travel time from Bangkok to Railay Beach can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 19 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Bangkok to Railay Beach?

The cost of the trip from Bangkok to Railay Beach varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย): travelling by flight expect to pay as low as USD 36.86 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 456.84.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 23.37 to USD 23.37;
  • Bus+Van price: USD 24.84. From Bangkok to Railay starting from 19:00 Khao San Montanatip until 19:00 Khao San Montanatip
  • Bus+Ferry price: USD 28.47. From Bangkok to Railay starting from 18:00 Railay Beach until 19:00 Railay Beach
  • Plane tickets - USD 36.86 to USD 88.49;
  • Van+taxi price: USD 54.91. From Bangkok to Railay starting from 18:00 Veronica Residence until 20:00 Khao San Raja Van
  • taxi+Van price: USD 67.10. From Bangkok to Railay starting from 05:00 Krabi Town Transfer until 05:00 Krabi Town Transfer

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 229.37 to USD 456.84.

How many trips per day are there between Bangkok and Railay Beach?

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

  • Flights from Bangkok to Railay depart during the day - there are approximately 14 departures a day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Bangkok to Railay 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 Bangkok to Railay. 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 36.86.

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 Bangkok to Railay

Bangkok Air (บางกอกแอร์เวย์ส), Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย), Thai Lion Air (ไทยไลอ้อนแอร์), Thai Vietjet (ไทยเวียดเจ็ทแอร์)

Buses

Taking a bus from Bangkok to Railay 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 Bangkok to Railay. 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 229.37.

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

The most popular transport from Bangkok to Railay Beach

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Bangkok to Railay Beach? 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:

  • 87% users took a plane.
  • 4% decided to go for a bus.
  • 4% chosen Bus+Ferry
  • 4% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 1% Other