Bangkok to Sukhothai

Bangkok to Sukhothai

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Bangkok to Sukhothai Schedule

Bangkok to Sukhothai Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Glassflower Comfort 3pax Any time฿ 5,830
Bangkok Air Economy #PG21107:00 - 08:05฿ 2,483
Tara Tour and Travel Minivan 14pax 09:30 - 17:30฿ 750
Transport Co VIP 31 10:30 - 17:50฿ 414
Transport Co Standard 12:00 - 19:58฿ 414
Phitsanulok Tour Intercity 14:00 - 00:56฿ 425
Bangkok Air Economy #PG21316:00 - 17:20฿ 2,262
Transport Co VIP 31 19:30 - 02:50฿ 414
Transport Co VIP 31 20:00 - 03:34฿ 359

How to get from Bangkok to Sukhothai

Sukhothai is located 427km north of Bangkok and there are many ways you can travel to the region whether it be by bus, van, taxi, train or plane. Take the scenic route, with a 6-7 hour drive, or hop on a plane and be there in less than 75 minutes.

Home to the ancient ruins of the Sukhothai Kingdom it is a timeless piece of Thai history and architecture. Travelling to Sukhothai is a great stop over if you are heading to the northern provinces of Thailand. Embrace the culture and experience the beauty of these historical ancient ruins.

Flights from Bangkok to Sukhothai

A quick one-hour flight from Bangkok, Sukhothai is served by direct flights by Bangkok Airways, but there is at least half a dozen daily flights from Don Mueang airport to Phutsanulok.

Bangkok Airways offers a direct flight out of Suvarnabhumi three times a day for around THB2000 leaving early morning, midday and late afternoon. Suvarnabhumi is easily accessible by train from Hua Lamphong train station, by airport bus or by taxi.

Thailand also offers a wide variety of budget airline options out of Don Mueang airport. Nok Air and AirAsia fly to Phitsanulok and then offer a bus service to Sukhothai. This option will cost you anywhere from THB1000 and up but will take longer to travel the extra hour from Phitsanulok to Sukhothai.

Sukhothai airport is located 35km north of Sukhothai town or 40km from the historical park. Outside the airport you will find multiple transport options to take you to the 20-30 minute ride to the New or Old city. There is a shuttle bus from the airport to your hotel and you can expect this to cost about THB180 to the New city or THB300 to the Old city.

Note Flying makes it possible to travel from Bangkok straight to the Historical pPrk and return to the capital city in the same day.

From Bangkok to Sukhothai by train

While there is no train station in Sukhothai proper, you still can cover the major part of the route from Bangkok to Sukhothai by train. The nearest train station is Phitsanulok, 60 km east of Sukhothai. On arrival catch a tuk-tuk to the bus station and transfer to a Sukhothai bound bus or minibus.

The train journey from Bangkok to Phitsanulok takes under 7 hours and covers Thailand’s flat central region. There are multiple trains servicing this route throughout the day departing from Bangkok from 8.30am till 10pm. The overnight train #51 (10pm) would be a good option for those looking to save on a night of accommodation whilst travelling. Trains offer a variety of tickets, from the cheapest 3 class hard seats to first and second class sleepers with the option of a lower or upper berth (THb800-THB1000).

If you are travelling by train make sure you book in advance as tickets can sell quickly. Food is never in short supply with vendors often patrolling the train with snacks and refreshments. Travel by train is great if you’re looking for a true authentic South East Asian experience!

In Phitsanulok take a bus or taxi to get to Sukhothai – the trip is about one-hour long with buses leaving every hour both to New Sukhothai and Old Sukhothai.

From Bangkok to Sukhothai by bus

For the budget-conscious traveller, bussing is one of the cheapest transport choices, with tickets ranging between THB350-THB550 (USD10-USD15). Buses leave from Morchit bus terminal in Bangkok and take you direct to Sukhothai. In Bangkok, Morchit is easily accessible by catching the Skytrain to Morchit station, followed by a quick 10-minute taxi ride.

Tip Make sure you arrive at the bus station at least 30 minutes before your departure to give yourself enough time to exchange your online reservation for a ticket.

You can expect the journey to take between 7 and 8 hours by bus, depending on the bus company and the bus station in Sukhothai you are heading to. Basically, there is only one main bus station in Sukhothai which is located in New Sukhothai – the newer part of the city which grew next to the Historical part east on route 12. All the buses ‘to Sukhothai’ will bring you there. As at every bus station in Thailand, you’ll find there vendors selling food and drink, bathrooms and ticket booths in the main waiting area.

Note To get directly from Bangkok to the Old Sukhothai, you need to catch a bus which says ‘Historical Park Sukhothai’. To get to the Old Sukhothai from New Sukhothai, you can hail a songthaew (the old blue buses) for about THB20. Alternatively for a faster option catch a tuk-tuk which will cost you around THB200.

It is one-and-a-half kilometre from the bus station to the main tourist area in New Sukhothai and about 12 km to the Historical park area. It is recommended to catch a songthaew (the old blue looking buses) to the city centre or to the park for around THB40. Alternatively, take a trishaw – do inquire about the price before the trip! – for a little more.

Phitsanulok Tours offer multiple bus trips across the day direct from Morchit to Sukhothai and offer comfortable buses with air conditioning. The Transport Co Intl also offers a daily service to Sukhothai departing at 5pm for THB550. Many buses heading further north call to Sukhothai or Phitsanulok, too. Depending on the bus provider some water and snacks may be provided but is recommended you pack your own. Be prepared for limited stops on the way.

From Bangkok to Sukhothai by taxi

Create your own Thai road trip by leaving at anytime from Bangkok in a private taxi. This could be an excellent option for those travelling in a group. It takes up to 6 hours to travel the 420 km north, but in a comfortable car you can still expect a bumpy journey with average road conditions in Thailand.

When travelling by taxi agree on a set price (before entering the car. If paying by cash, make this payment upfront. Watch out for being charged more when you arrive or being taken in the wrong direction from where you want to go. If in doubt get out and hire a new taxi.

Tip Don’t bother trying to dispute issues with drivers in Thailand as you will most likely end up in a worse position that when you started. It is always better to pay the money and walk away rather than trying to reason – this is often a mistake many tourists make in Thailand. It’s a perfectly safe mode of transport to Sukhothai, just keep an open mind for (in case) when things don’t seem right.

Book through PGS to get a reputable driver and avoid any hassle. If possible ask for a driver who speaks English to help guide you along the way. PGS provide the option to travel in a van or car and share with your fellow travellers to keep costs down as it can cost around THB7000 for the entire journey.

Onward travel from Sukhothai

Sukhothai opens up a myriad of opportunities of other Thai destinations to visit. It is common for travellers to continue north to the mountainous cities of Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai to see the beautiful scenery, temples and elephant sanctuaries. Chiang Mai and the northern suburbs offer a different style of Thai food that is delicious!

Travelling back to Bangkok, it is a good idea to check the ancient ruins of Ayutthaya, 60 km north of the capital.

Surrounding Sukhothai you will also find more historical parks and ruins with Phitsanulok to the east, Kamphaeng Phet to the south and Si Satchanalai to the north. All of these destinations provide their own unique historical experience and are easily reached by bus from Sukhothai – no need to book in advance, just show up at the bus station (from one to 1½ hour, THB60).

Transportation from Bangkok to Sukhothai

Facts about the transport from Bangkok to Sukhothai

Cheapest Transport$11
Fastest Transport1h 20m
Earliest Departure7:00 AM
Latest Departure9:00 PM
Departures per day61
Distance466 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBangkok Air, BangkokTaxi24, Firstplan Transport Services, Glassflower, Kim Transfers Thailand, MCC VAN, Phitsanulok Tour, Tara Tour and Travel, Thailand Limo by Datum, Transport Co

Bangkok to Sukhothai Destination Reviews

JW
Nice bus! With good service!
Bus Intercity, Sukhothai Thani, Feb 28, 2024
AS
Bus change after 45 min, cold not possible. No communication.
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Bus Intercity, Sukhothai Thani, Feb 26, 2024
BW
I took a night bus from Mochit Bus station on Bangkok to Sukhothai. The bus ride itself was perfect. Comfortable seats. AC. Good driver. Lots of leg room. And even a blanket to use! The driver stopped halfway at a large station that had food and toilets and a 7-11. However, navigating Mochit bus station was a pain. It is huge. There are over 100 bus stops and ticket counters. It seems there aren't many foreigners travelling by bus, so it may not be set up to direct them/us. I arrived 30 minutes before my arrival, as recommended in my booking receipt. It took me a long time to figure out where to go, after asking multiple people (in my broken Thai). I eventually found the bus, with about 3 minutes to spare, but then was told that I could not board yet - I need a physical ticket from a counter (despite 12go receipt saying I don't need to print anything). Once again, it took me awhile to find out exactly where to go to find the counter. I continued to lug my bags around the station. Luckily the bus driver waited to depart (about 20 extra minutes), but I felt bad holding the bus up. I was completely drenched in sweat from carrying my luggage around the station for over 30 minutes. Luckily the bus had good AC. It would be helpful if 12go would provide better instructions after booking, such as the need to go to a counter first to get a physical ticket and what bus stop # the bus is departing from.
Bus Intercity, Sukhothai Thani, Feb 25, 2024
JB
Very nice ride, but the drop off point was wrong and we had to go wir a tuk tux for 250 baht
Bus Intercity, Sukhothai Thani, Feb 6, 2024
P
Departure on time...frequent stops...including a long one for air-conditioning failure... Arrived more than an hour late in Sukhotai. Staff make an effort to provide information, but do not inform us that the ticket entitles you to a meal or a drink during the meal break.
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Bus VIP, Sukhothai Thani, Feb 2, 2024
RA
They gave us water, snacks and a little free dinner! Also a blanket for the trip and the lady on service was super nice :) they left us at the destination a lot earlier though.
Bus Standard, Transport Co (บริษัท ขนส่ง จำกัด), Feb 1, 2024
TR
Scheduled to arrive at 7:30am, but arrived at 4:30am. Otherwise the trip was great.
Bus Standard, Transport Co (บริษัท ขนส่ง จำกัด), Jan 9, 2024
A
Very good travel and very good driver thank you
Bus VIP, Sukhothai Thani, Dec 23, 2023
Q
Comfortable bus, on time (departure and early arrival), friendly and available staff, and water + chicken burger distributed, perfect.
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Bus Express, Cherdchai Tour, Dec 15, 2023
AN
Everthing went very well, until we arrived. Our trip endet Sukhothai instead Sukhothai Historical Park and the guy I was asking was not very friendly and just gave us our bags.
Bus Intercity, Phitsanulok Tour (พิษณุโลกยานยนต์), Nov 11, 2023
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