Bangkok to River Kwai Area

Bangkok to River Kwai Area

Bangkok
River Kwai Area
Thu, Mar 19
+ Add return
0 Passengers
Finding the best routes for you — almost ready!
Sort by
Filters
Departure time
Price
Arrival time
 
 
 
 
 

Bangkok to River Kwai Area Destination Reviews

PW
Philip W
Bang on time and smooth ride 👌
Bangkok to River Kwai Area, Van Comfort Shuttle, TravelBusAsia, Mar 16, 2026
MJ
Morgan J
Overall a poor experience traveling, the driver seemed to have some sort of issue with us. Initially as we’re getting on the bus (40 minutes early so plenty of time as it sat idle) he told us that we couldn’t bring on some ice cup cold drinks we had in hand so we tried to finish these outside before entering however he just hastily ushered us on regardless without a chance to finish these. He then made us sit in small seats at the very back of the bus surrounded by all the luggage (bare in mind we were easily the tallest / biggest people on the bus, I’m 195cm) even though everyone else getting on were able to just choose where they wanted to sit and there was plenty of free space. As we were sitting down he noticed my partner had a water flask attached to their bag so he came over to make a point of telling us to “not open it at any point during the journey”… All this while locals were sat on the bus eating ice creams, drinking cans / bottle of drinks and so on. Moments later an older western looking man and his (presumably) Thai wife got onboard with bottles of water and ice cups in hand without any issues whatsoever. We were very much singled out and made to feel uncomfortable.
Bangkok to River Kwai Area, Bus Intercity, Kanchanaburi Express, Mar 13, 2026
DF
Dirk F
OK but the Bad Thing that there was an opt in for an insurance whichi Not wanted (COVID) such Things should be Always opt out
Bangkok to River Kwai Area, Van Comfort Shuttle, TravelBusAsia, Mar 12, 2026
SS
Silvia S
friendly, comfortable and punctual
Bangkok to River Kwai Area, Van Comfort Shuttle, TravelBusAsia, Mar 10, 2026
GU
Gert U
The trip went well a little late to start with
Bangkok to River Kwai Area, Van Comfort Shuttle, TravelBusAsia, Mar 7, 2026
TM
Tomasz M
Bus was on time, the driver was very friendly.
Bangkok to River Kwai Area, Bus Intercity, Kanchanaburi Express, Mar 5, 2026
JM
Jake M
They where quick to respond and had great customer service. We had a change to our check out time and they where happy to accommodate the change in pick up time even though it was last minute.
Bangkok to River Kwai Area, taxi Van 9pax, AEC 168 Transport and Travel (เออีซี 168 ทรานสปอร์ต แอนด์ ทราเวล), Feb 22, 2026
BA
Bram A
It worked out very nice. We booked in advance, found the check-in desk easily via the information desk and were led to the right bus stop. The bus left on time, but arrived even earlier than planned.
Bangkok to River Kwai Area, Bus Minibus, Win Happy (บริษัท กาญจนบุรี แฮปปี้ จำกัด), Feb 20, 2026
SL
Samantha L
Easy to use to buy ticket - taxi had to stop to pee on way and we arrived at 1145 for 12 bus and thought we'd miss it. Was extremely busy but staff behind counter called me over - showed her ticket on phone - she said building D no. 4 pointing at her desk - we were in building A. Quick trot to Building D Desk 4 - guy signed us into system wrote down bus lane, bus number & seats - directed us outside - another staff saw us looking around - still trotting ‍♀️ - took us straight to the bus - removed people from our seat - and we were on board!! Yes it's loud, yes it's busy - ask and the staff are willing to help. Brilliant 👏 Bus ok - a little hot and we arrived on time.
Bangkok to River Kwai Area, Bus Minibus, Win Happy (บริษัท กาญจนบุรี แฮปปี้ จำกัด), Feb 17, 2026
JJ
Johan J
Very good trip. Busy in Bangkok. 3,5 hoor to Kanachaburi No problem that we have big luggage.
Bangkok to River Kwai Area, Bus Minibus, Win Happy (บริษัท กาญจนบุรี แฮปปี้ จำกัด), Feb 16, 2026
4.4
2246 customer reviews
5
53%
4
30%
3
12%
2
5%
1
0%

Bangkok to River Kwai Area Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Thailand Limo by Datum
SUV 4pax
Any time
+3h 30m
$117.55
Taxi
Thailand Limo by Datum
Comfort 3pax
Any time
+3h 30m
$114.45
Taxi
Thailand Limo by Datum
Van 9pax
Any time
+3h 30m
$133.01
  5.0
Taxi
BangkokTaxi24
Comfort 3pax
Any time
+3h 30m
$108.27
  5.0
Taxi
BangkokTaxi24
VIP Van 9pax
Any time
+3h 30m
$132.08
Taxi
BangkokTaxi24
SUV 4pax
Any time
+3h 30m
$114.45
  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 170.13. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as USD 119.09.

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 119.09 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 170.13.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 4.05 to USD 7.73;
  • Van price : USD 4.64 - USD 8.97;
  • Bus+Van price: USD 6.50. 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 119.09 to USD 170.13.

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 119.09.

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
    $ 119.09
  • 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$120
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