Don Mueang Airport (DMK) to Hua Hin (HHQ)

When you want to get from Don Mueang Airport to Hua Hin, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

• Bus
• Train
• Van
• Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Van. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus 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 THB 13,200. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a van as a van ticket costs as low as THB 230.

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Don Mueang Airport to Hua Hin. Your trip will be a total of 138 miles (221 km). The flying distance is 100 miles (160 km).

The travel time from Don Mueang Airport to Hua Hin can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 5 hours.

The cost of the trip from Don Mueang Airport to Hua Hin varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is JKP Mochit (บจก.เจเคพีทรานสปอร์ต): travelling by van expect to pay as low as THB 230 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 THB 13,200.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Don Mueang Airport to Hua Hin:

• Van price : THB 230 - THB 500;
• Bus tickets - THB 316 to THB 450;
• Train tickets - THB 662 to THB 662;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from THB 2,100 to THB 13,200.

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

• Vans from Don Mueang Airport to Hua Hin depart during the day - there are approximately 7 departures a day.
• Buses start plying the route from 06:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 14:20. There are 4 available bus trips every day.
• Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 1 trains per day.

Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Don Mueang Airport to Hua Hin any time of the day.

Buses

Taking a bus from Don Mueang Airport to Hua Hin 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 Don Mueang Airport to Hua Hin. 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 THB 2,100.

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

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Don Mueang Airport to Hua Hin. 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 Don Mueang Airport to Hua Hin.

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.

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Don Mueang Airport to Hua Hin? 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:

• 100% decided to catch a taxi.