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

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Lars V
Driver was well on time, drove safe. Clean and spacious car.
Bangkok to River Kwai Area, taxi SUV 4pax, Firstplan Transport Services (เฟิร์สแพลน ทรานสปอร์ตเซอร์วิส), Jul 19, 2026
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Belgacem H
Perfect on time, contacted day before to confirm the details, clean and safe driving
Bangkok to River Kwai Area, taxi Van 9pax, Gosafe Transport (โกเซฟ ทรานสปอร์ต), Jul 18, 2026
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Claudia S
Took longer than expected. Overall okay
Bangkok to River Kwai Area, Bus Minibus, Monsiri Travel Kanchanaburi (มณฑ์สิริ แทรเวล กาญจนบุรี), Jul 13, 2026
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Eline R
We left and arrived on time. The vehicle had good working airconditioning and was comfortable.
Bangkok to River Kwai Area, Van VIP Direct 10 PAX, Vivatrip, Jul 9, 2026
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Marit D
Comfortable trip
Bangkok to River Kwai Area, Van VIP Direct 10 PAX, Vivatrip, Jul 9, 2026
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Irwin S
All perfect!
Bangkok to River Kwai Area, Van Luxury Van, TravelBusAsia, Jul 9, 2026
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Jacky A
We booked from Khao San (Bangkok) to kanchanaburi. The employee who was there to welcome us at the office was very grumpy. Them the bus came little late. But what was the worst is that the bus was really old and uncomfortable with no AC
Bangkok to River Kwai Area, Van Standard, Tara Tour and Travel (ธาราทัวร์แอนด์ทราเวล), Jul 8, 2026
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Susanne V
It was a different van than we saw on the picture.
Bangkok to River Kwai Area, Bus Minibus, Tara Tour and Travel (ธาราทัวร์แอนด์ทราเวล), Jul 6, 2026
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Emilia
I was able to sleep that was good but there was no place for our luggage
Bangkok to River Kwai Area, Bus Intercity, Kanchanaburi Express, Jul 5, 2026
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Sarah E
Everything perfect! Friendly, helpful, on time, nice van
Bangkok to River Kwai Area, Van Luxury Van, TravelBusAsia, Jul 5, 2026
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Bangkok to River Kwai Area Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Thailand Limo by Datum
SUV 4pax
Any time
+3h 30m
$112.99
Taxi
Thailand Limo by Datum
Comfort 3pax
Any time
+3h 30m
$110.02
Taxi
Thailand Limo by Datum
Van 9pax
Any time
+3h 30m
$127.86
  5.0
Taxi
BangkokTaxi24
Comfort 3pax
Any time
+3h 30m
$104.07
  5.0
Taxi
BangkokTaxi24
VIP Van 9pax
Any time
+3h 30m
$126.97
Taxi
BangkokTaxi24
SUV 4pax
Any time
+3h 30m
$110.02
  5.0

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 163.54. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as USD 114.48.

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 114.48 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 163.54.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 3.90 to USD 7.43;
  • Van price : USD 4.46 - USD 8.62;
  • Bus+Van price: USD 6.24. 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 114.48 to USD 163.54.

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 114.48.

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

Transportation from Bangkok to River Kwai Area

  • Taxis
    $ 114.48
  • 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$115
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