Hat Yai to Samut Prakan by train, bus, van, flight, taxi from THB 310

How to get from Hat Yai to Samut Prakan

When you want to get from Hat Yai to Samut Prakan, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

Flight
Bus
Train
Van
Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. 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 USD 634.68. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 9.85.

How much does it cost to get from Hat Yai to Samut Prakan?

The cost of the trip from Hat Yai to Samut Prakan varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย): travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 9.85 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 634.68.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Hat Yai to Samut Prakan:

Train tickets - USD 9.84 to USD 66.02;
Bus tickets - USD 27.30 to USD 33.71;
Bus+Van price: USD 35.80. From Hat Yai to Samut Prakan starting from 12:00 Hat Yai Bus Terminal 1 until 12:00 Hat Yai Bus Terminal 1
Plane tickets - USD 46.59 to USD 259.32;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 433.19 to USD 634.67.

How many trips per day are there between Hat Yai and Samut Prakan?

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

Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 14 trains per day.
Flights from Hat Yai to Samut Prakan depart during the day - there are approximately 12 departures a day.
Buses start plying the route from 14:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 18:00. There are 10 available bus trips every day.
1 by Bus+Van from Hat Yai to Samut Prakan starting from 12:00 Hat Yai Bus Terminal 1 until 12:00 Hat Yai Bus Terminal 1
Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Hat Yai to Samut Prakan any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Hat Yai to Samut Prakan. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 46.59.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Hat Yai to Samut Prakan

Bangkok Airways (บางกอกแอร์เวย์ส), Hahn Air Systems, Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย), Thai Airways, Thai Vietjet (ไทยเวียดเจ็ทแอร์)

Buses

Taking a bus from Hat Yai to Samut Prakan 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 Hat Yai to Samut Prakan. 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 433.19.

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..

The most popular transport from Hat Yai to Samut Prakan

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Hat Yai to Samut Prakan? 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:

80% users enjoyed a train ride.
18% decided to go for a bus.
1% Other

Transportation from Hat Yai to Samut Prakan

Facts about the transport from Hat Yai to Samut Prakan

Cheapest Transport	$10
Fastest Transport	1h 30m
Earliest Departure	9:05 AM
Latest Departure	10:40 PM
Departures per day	46
Distance	1138 kilometers
Transport Companies	Bangkok Airways, Firstplan Transport Services, Hahn Air Systems, Kim Transfers Thailand, Nara Travel, Piya, Siam Lane Tour, Thai AirAsia, Thai Airways, Thai Railway, Thai Railways, Thai Vietjet, Transport Co

Popular Routes

Hat Yai to Samut Prakan