Bangkok to Pattaya

Travelling between Bangkok and Pattaya is possible by Bus, van and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus+van is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you THB 11,000 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere THB 160.

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 4 hours to travel between Bangkok and Pattaya depending on the means of transport you choose.

Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Bangkok and Pattaya. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 1h 30m. Bus+van does a much slower job and take about 3h 30m to reach Pattaya.

Travelling between Bangkok and Pattaya can be as cheap as THB 160 if you opt for a Roong Reuang Coach (รถรุ่งเรือง) bus and as expensive as THB 11,000 if you buy a BangkokTaxi24 taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

• 1 from Bangkok to Pattaya starting from 08:10 Rayong Airport until 12:25 Rayong Airport
• 1 from Bangkok to Pattaya starting from 09:00 Pattaya Bus Station until 17:00 Pattaya Bus Station
• 1 by Bus+van from Bangkok to Pattaya starting from 10:30 Pattaya Bus Station until 10:30 Pattaya Bus Station
• 1 from Bangkok to Pattaya starting from 06:55 Pattaya until 06:55 Pattaya
• 1 from Bangkok to Pattaya starting from 06:00 Pattaya Pannipa until 17:00 Pattaya T Tour Station

1 from Bangkok to Pattaya starting from 00:00 Pattaya Town until 00:00 Pattaya Town

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Bangkok to Pattaya.

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Bangkok to Pattaya, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as THB 4,360.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Bangkok and Pattaya

Bangkok Air (บางกอกแอร์เวย์ส)

Bus

Travelling from Bangkok to Pattaya overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Bangkok and Pattaya

Roong Reuang Coach (รถรุ่งเรือง)

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Bangkok and Pattaya

12Go Transfer, BangkokTaxi24, Glassflower, Ground Business (กราวด์ บิซเนส), Hua Hin Cars (หัวหิน คาร์), Kim Transfers Thailand (Thailand Taxi Airport &Travel), MCC VAN (เอ็มซีซี แวน), Team Holiday (ทีมฮอลิเดย์), Thailand Limo by Datum (บริษัท เดทัมกรุ๊ป จำกัด)

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

Van

Vans are a great alternative - or, in many cases - your only option - if you need to travel overland within one and the same province or neighbouring provinces or states. Vans ply the roads between Bangkok and Pattaya, too.

Things to remember: When travelling by van with huge luggage buying a separate seat for your suitcase or backpack is a good idea. Do not expect there is a roomy luggage compartment in a van - there is actually none and your fellow passengers are unlikely to appreciate your luggage stuck under their feet, alas.

Companies operating vans between Bangkok and Pattaya

12Go Transport, Pannipa Pattaya Tour (บริษัท พรรณ์นิภา พัทยา ทัวร์), T Tour (ทีทัวร์)

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with van remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

• 74% took a van
• 23% opted for a bus
• 2% bought a taxi ride
• 1% chosen Bus+van