Pattaya to Bangkok

When you want to get from Pattaya to Bangkok, 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 Taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about THB 5,760. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as THB 179.

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Pattaya to Bangkok. Your trip will be a total of 91 miles (146 km). The flying distance is 65 miles (104 km).

The travel time from Pattaya to Bangkok can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 9 hours.

The cost of the trip from Pattaya to Bangkok varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Roong Reuang Coach (รถรุ่งเรือง): travelling by bus expect to pay as low as THB 179 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as THB 5,760.

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

• Bus tickets - THB 179 to THB 192;
• Train tickets - THB 220 to THB 220;
• Van price : THB 240 - THB 250;
• Plane tickets - THB 5,760 to THB 5,760;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from THB 1,350 to THB 3,200.

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

• Buses start plying the route from 05:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 21:00. There are 6 available bus trips every day.
• Vans from Pattaya to Bangkok depart during the day - there are approximately 3 departures a day.
• Flights from Pattaya to Bangkok depart during the day - there are approximately 1 departures a 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 Pattaya to Bangkok any time of the day.

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Pattaya 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 THB 5,760.

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 Pattaya to Bangkok
Bangkok Air (บางกอกแอร์เวย์ส)

Buses

Taking a bus from Pattaya 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 Pattaya 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 THB 1,350.

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 Pattaya to Bangkok. 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 Pattaya to Bangkok.

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 Pattaya 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:

• 57% decided to go for a bus.
• 33% opted for a van.
• 8% users took a plane.
• 1% Other