Khon Kaen to Bangkok

Khon Kaen to Bangkok

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Khon Kaen to Bangkok Destination Reviews

VD
Very good
Khon Kaen to Bangkok, Bus First Class, Nakhonchai Air (นครชัยแอร์), Sep 26, 2025
HS
Would have been better if not for it being 1.5 hours late.
Khon Kaen to Bangkok, Train #76 2nd Class AC seats only, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Sep 24, 2025
F
The charging port in the bus didn't work and the bus was smelling so bad ,of the lavatory.
Khon Kaen to Bangkok, Bus Express, Chan Tour (ชาญทัวร์), Aug 31, 2025
JO
The experience far exceeded expectations: spacious and comfortable seats, air-conditioning, and attentive service from a hostess who provided bottled water, snacks, a hot meal of rice with Thai pork stir-fry, followed later by milk and a refreshing cold face towel. The level of service from Nakhonchaiair Bus was truly impressive.
Khon Kaen to Bangkok, Bus Gold Class, Nakhonchai Air (นครชัยแอร์), Aug 21, 2025
BB
Very unfriendly staff and we arrived 2 hours late at Bangkok terminal. The driver stopped for nearly 15 minute every 30km
Khon Kaen to Bangkok, Bus Express, Jiratkan Kemarat (จิรัฐกาล-เขมราฐ), Jul 16, 2025
N
,very good
Khon Kaen to Bangkok, Train #26 2nd Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Apr 28, 2025
GS
I think an elder person was in my seat, so I let them have it. The seat I ended up with was not as comfortable for the 8 hour all night trip, but it was quite alright and a good experience. Great price.
Khon Kaen to Bangkok, Train #134 Class 3 Fan, Thai Railways (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Jan 12, 2025
LH
The car went extremely smoothly. The staff is very lovely, enthusiastically supporting whenever passengers need anything. Especially I ride a car around noon, so I am served a lot of food. I was impressed by Nakhonchaiair's service. ♥️
Khon Kaen to Bangkok, Bus Gold Class, Nakhonchai Air (นครชัยแอร์), Apr 27, 2024
JJ
Quick check in, flight on time, verry fast my luggage
Khon Kaen to Bangkok, flight Economy, Thai Vietjet (ไทยเวียดเจ็ทแอร์), Jan 18, 2024
PW
when buying it was info about departure time at 22:05 and arrival at 7:00am After i came to checkin they said departure time is 23:30. Finaly it was at Midnight. Difference between 23:30 and midnight is acceptable but i dont know why 12go was selling bus for 22:05 Arrival time was at 6:00am with also supriced me. Looks like u r selling completly different trip :) I am using your website from time to time, but this is first time this kind of problem arrise. My advice for u is to recheck your timetable from khon kaen With regards Pawel Wielocha
Khon Kaen to Bangkok, Bus Express, Chan Tour (ชาญทัวร์), Sep 25, 2023
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Khon Kaen to Bangkok Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Torch
Economy 3pax
Any time
+6h
$135.24
Bus
Chan Tour
Express
00:30
05:40
$13.77
Bus
Chan Tour
Express
01:00
06:10
$18.36
Bus
Nakhonchai Air
Gold Class
06:30
12:30
$13.56
  4.4
Bus
Nakhonchai Air
Gold Class
08:00
14:29
$13.56
  4.4
Flight
Thai Airways
Economy
08:25
09:25
$40.06
  4.0
Bus
Nakhonchai Air
Gold Class
08:45
15:14
$13.56
  4.4
Train
Thai Railway
Class 3 Fan
09:01
16:19
$7.10
Bus
Nakhonchai Air
Gold Class
09:30
15:14
$13.56
Train
Thai Railway
Class 3 Fan
09:57
16:35
$6.73
Train
Thai Railway
Class 3 Fan
10:15
16:19
$6.55
Bus
Nakhonchai Air
Gold Class
10:40
17:12
$13.56
  4.4
Bus
Nakhonchai Air
Gold Class
11:00
17:30
$13.56
  4.4
Bus
Nakhonchai Air
Gold Class
11:20
17:52
$13.56
  4.4
Bus
Nakhonchai Air
Gold Class
11:45
18:14
$13.56
  4.4
Flight
Thai Airways
Economy
12:05
13:15
$52.18
  4.0
Bus
Nakhonchai Air
First Class
12:21
17:52
$18.09
Bus
Cherdchai Tour
Express
12:40
20:00
$11.63
Bus
Nakhonchai Air
Gold Class
13:00
19:07
$13.56
  4.4
Bus
Nakhonchai Air
Gold Class
13:16
19:00
$13.56

Transportation from Khon Kaen to Bangkok

Facts about the transport from Khon Kaen to Bangkok

Cheapest Transport$8
Fastest Transport55m
Earliest Departure6:30 AM
Latest Departure11:55 PM
Departures per day62
Distance642 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAEC 168 Transport and Travel, Chan Tour, Cherdchai Tour, Gosafe Transport, Jiratkan Kemarat, Kanokwan Travel, Lotus Phibun Tour, Nakhonchai Air, Phet Prasert, Thai AirAsia, Thai AirAsia, Thai AirAsia, Thai AirAsia, Thai Lion Air, Thai Lion Air, Thai Railway, Thai Railways, Torch

How to get from Khon Kaen to Bangkok

When you want to get from Khon Kaen to Bangkok, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Train
  • 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+train 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 228.77. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 7.16.

How far is Khon Kaen from Bangkok?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Khon Kaen to Bangkok. Your trip will be a total of 400 miles (642 km). The flying distance is 485 miles (780 km).

How long does it take to get from Khon Kaen to Bangkok?

The travel time from Khon Kaen to Bangkok can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 13 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Khon Kaen to Bangkok?

The cost of the trip from Khon Kaen to Bangkok 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 7.16 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 228.77.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Khon Kaen to Bangkok:

  • Train tickets - USD 7.16 to USD 51.54;
  • Bus tickets - USD 12.92 to USD 19.62;
  • Plane tickets - USD 32.69 to USD 73.63;
  • Bus+Train price: USD 42.82. From Khon Kaen to Bangkok starting from 17:30 Khon Kaen Bus Terminal 3 until 17:30 Khon Kaen Bus Terminal 3

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 155.53 to USD 228.77.

How many trips per day are there between Khon Kaen and Bangkok?

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 06:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:55. There are 33 available bus trips every day.
  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 18 trains per day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Khon Kaen to Bangkok 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 Khon Kaen to Bangkok. 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 32.69.

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 Khon Kaen to Bangkok

Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย), Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย), Thai AirAsia, Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย), Thai Lion Air (ไทยไลอ้อนแอร์), Thai Lion Air

Buses

Taking a bus from Khon Kaen to Bangkok 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 Khon Kaen to Bangkok. 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 155.53.

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 Khon Kaen to Bangkok

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Khon Kaen to Bangkok? 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:

  • 41% decided to go for a bus.
  • 29% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 28% chosen Bus+Train
  • 1% Other