Udon Thani to Khon Kaen

Udon Thani to Khon Kaen

Udon Thani
Khon Kaen
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Udon Thani to Khon Kaen Destination Reviews

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Antonius K
I was invited to sit in front of the van. Good driver. Great over all experience.
Udon Thani to Khon Kaen, Van Van, RG Adventure (RG Adventure), Mar 9, 2026
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Lydia
The van felt unsafe, because it was creaking a lot.
Udon Thani to Khon Kaen, Van Van, RG Adventure (RG Adventure), Jan 21, 2025
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Udon Thani to Khon Kaen Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Kim Transfers Thailand
Van 9pax
Any time
+2h
$107.59
Bus
Sahamittaphap
Intercity
05:00
08:25
$6.46
Van
RG Adventure
Van
05:30
08:00
$5.23
  4.0
Bus
211KoratUdon
Bus
06:30
08:50
$3.47
  5.0
Van
RG Adventure
Van
07:30
10:00
$5.23
  4.0
Bus
211KoratUdon
Bus
07:50
10:10
$3.47
  5.0
Train
Thai Railway
2nd Class AC seats only
08:16
09:29
$3.60
Train
Thai Railway
2nd Class AC seats only
08:33
09:29
$3.23
Train
Thai Railway
Class 3 Fan
08:52
09:29
$0.43
Bus
Chan Tour
Express
09:15
13:45
$6.15
Flight
Thai Lion Air
Economy
09:40
18:00
$61.76
Bus
211KoratUdon
Bus
10:00
12:20
$3.47
  5.0
Van
RG Adventure
Van
10:30
13:00
$5.23
  4.0
Bus
211KoratUdon
Bus
11:00
13:20
$3.47
  5.0
Flight
Nok Air
Economy
11:20
15:40
$69.54
Flight
Nok Air
Economy
11:55
16:50
$61.76
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
12:20
19:10
$64.09
Flight
Thai Lion Air
Economy
12:55
19:10
$56.52
Bus
211KoratUdon
Bus
13:30
15:50
$3.47
  5.0
Flight
Thai Airways
Economy
13:55
19:00
$82.74

How to get from Udon Thani to Khon Kaen

When you want to get from Udon Thani to Khon Kaen, 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 Train. 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 Train ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 37.20. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 5.13.

How far is Udon Thani from Khon Kaen?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Udon Thani to Khon Kaen. Your trip will be a total of 46 miles (73 km). The flying distance is 46 miles (73 km).

How long does it take to get from Udon Thani to Khon Kaen?

The travel time from Udon Thani to Khon Kaen can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 13 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Udon Thani to Khon Kaen?

The cost of the trip from Udon Thani to Khon Kaen 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 5.13 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Train - a one-way Train ticket can cost as much as USD 37.20.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 5.01 to USD 5.01;
  • Train tickets - USD 5.13 to USD 37.20;
  • Van price : USD 8.91;
  • flight price: USD 59.21. From Udon Thani to Khon Kaen starting from 20:35 Udon Thani Airport until 20:35 Udon Thani Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 58.35 to USD 160.87.

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

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

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 4 trains per day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Udon Thani to Khon Kaen 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 Udon Thani to Khon Kaen. 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 58.35.

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 Udon Thani to Khon Kaen. 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 Udon Thani to Khon Kaen.

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..

The most popular transport from Udon Thani to Khon Kaen

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

  • 52% decided to go for a bus.
  • 44% opted for a van.
  • 3% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Udon Thani to Khon Kaen

Facts about the transport from Udon Thani to Khon Kaen

Cheapest Transport$6
Fastest Transport1h 27m
Earliest Departure5:10 AM
Latest Departure8:59 PM
Departures per day4
Distance73 kilometers
Transport CompaniesKanokwan Travel, Kim Transfers Thailand, RG Adventure, Thai Railway, Than Car Service, Udon Kaew Tour