Bangkok to River Kwai Area

Bangkok to River Kwai Area

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River Kwai Area
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Bangkok to River Kwai Area Destination Reviews

RZ
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Bangkok to River Kwai Area, taxi Economy 3pax, AEC 168 Transport and Travel (เออีซี 168 ทรานสปอร์ต แอนด์ ทราเวล), Oct 8, 2025
JS
No reserved seats. Second hand treatment comparedto guests who booked at the office of Happy
Bangkok to River Kwai Area, Bus Minibus, Win Happy (บริษัท กาญจนบุรี แฮปปี้ จำกัด), Oct 7, 2025
MM
Was comfortable with more space then I'm used to. We even got dinner and water. We arrived 5h early, in the middle of the night when we were supposed to arrive at 09.30 in the morning
Bangkok to River Kwai Area, Bus Minibus, Win Happy (บริษัท กาญจนบุรี แฮปปี้ จำกัด), Oct 5, 2025
JP
Bus was not full so there was enough space to sit and for the luggage.
Bangkok to River Kwai Area, Bus Minibus, Win Happy (บริษัท กาญจนบุรี แฮปปี้ จำกัด), Sep 29, 2025
YK
It got there in 2 hours! Nice
Bangkok to River Kwai Area, Bus Intercity, Kanchanaburi Express, Sep 16, 2025
D
I had a very disappointing experience on the Bangkok–Kanchanaburi route. The PDF confirmation stated that check-in was required by 4:30 PM, but due to heavy traffic in Bangkok we arrived around 4:45 PM. When we got there, the bus was already full even though we had booked and paid in advance. At the counter we discovered we needed to check in again to receive a physical ticket, and the company had overbooked and resold our seats. With no English spoken at the desk, it took 15 minutes of negotiation before we were finally placed on the next bus – very poorly organized. Once on board, the driver’s behavior was extremely unprofessional. After only 5 minutes of quiet conversation, he suddenly turned the lights back on, told us to “close your mouth,” and disturbed the entire bus although no one was bothered. He even mocked one of my friends when she coughed. Meanwhile, Thai passengers were talking loudly on the phone or even watching TikTok with sound, and he said nothing to them. It felt discriminatory and very unpleasant. He also made a stop to buy food and use the restroom without letting anyone else off the bus. With countless stops and traffic, the trip took over 4 hours instead of 3. Overall, this was a very badly managed, uncomfortable, and disrespectful experience. I would not recommend this service to anyone.
Bangkok to River Kwai Area, Bus Minibus, Monsiri Travel Kanchanaburi (มณฑ์สิริ แทรเวล กาญจนบุรี), Sep 8, 2025
VV
Buy ticket from bus station its just 130 baht not expensive like 12go asia
Bangkok to River Kwai Area, Bus Intercity, Kanchanaburi Express, Aug 30, 2025
LR
Everything went great, it was a bit cold and the driver drove a bit
Bangkok to River Kwai Area, Bus Express, GO Family (จีโอ แฟมิลี่), Aug 17, 2025
MU
Everything went smoothly and the service fully lived up to my expectations.
Bangkok to River Kwai Area, Bus Intercity, Kanchanaburi Express, Aug 13, 2025
DD
Perfect and easy to find
Bangkok to River Kwai Area, Bus Express, GO Family (จีโอ แฟมิลี่), Aug 12, 2025
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Bangkok to River Kwai Area Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Thailand Limo by Datum
SUV 4pax
Any time
+3h 30m
$116.86
Taxi
Thailand Limo by Datum
Comfort 3pax
Any time
+3h 30m
$113.78
Taxi
Thailand Limo by Datum
Van 9pax
Any time
+3h 30m
$132.23
  5.0
Taxi
BangkokTaxi24
Comfort 3pax
Any time
+3h 30m
$107.63
  5.0
Taxi
BangkokTaxi24
VIP Van 9pax
Any time
+3h 30m
$131.31
Taxi
BangkokTaxi24
SUV 4pax
Any time
+3h 30m
$113.78
  5.0

Transportation from Bangkok to River Kwai Area

  • Taxis
    $ 118.40
  • Trains are not available
  • Buses are not available
  • Ferries are not available
  • Flights are not available
  • Vans are not available

Facts about the transport from Bangkok to River Kwai Area

Cheapest Transport$119
Fastest Transport2h 55m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure12:00 AM
Departures per day30
Distance213 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBangkokTaxi24, Kim Transfers Thailand, Thailand Limo by Datum

How to get from Bangkok to River Kwai Area

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

  • Bus
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a 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 169.14. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as USD 118.40.

How far is Bangkok from River Kwai Area?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Bangkok to River Kwai Area. Your trip will be a total of 133 miles (213 km). The flying distance is 115 miles (185 km).

How long does it take to get from Bangkok to River Kwai Area?

The travel time from Bangkok to River Kwai Area can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 5 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Bangkok to River Kwai Area?

The cost of the trip from Bangkok to River Kwai Area varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is BangkokTaxi24: travelling by taxi expect to pay as low as USD 118.40 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 169.14.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Bangkok to River Kwai Area:

  • Bus tickets - USD 4.03 to USD 7.69;
  • Van price : USD 4.61 - USD 8.92;
  • Bus+Van price: USD 6.46. From Bangkok to Kanchanaburi starting from 08:00 Erawan National Park until 10:00 Erawan National Park

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 118.40 to USD 169.14.

How many trips per day are there between Bangkok and River Kwai Area?

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

  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi 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 Kanchanaburi. 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 118.40.

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

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Bangkok to River Kwai Area

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Bangkok to River Kwai Area? 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:

  • 66% opted for a van.
  • 20% decided to go for a bus.
  • 13% chosen Bus+Van
  • 1% Other