Apart from Bangkok and Phuket, Pattaya is another beautiful destination you should visit in Thailand. It's home to stunning temples, white sand beaches, and extravagant shopping malls. And, of course, happy and friendly locals.
If you are a backpacker or budget traveler, you want to know how to get to Pattaya from Bangkok via commute. The distance from Bangkok to Pattaya is only about 147 kilometers, which is connected via Highway 7 ( Motorway) and Highway 3 ( Bangna-Chonburi route). The trip takes approximately two hours, depending on your mode of transportation and traffic jams.
There are many ways to reach the humble town of Pattaya. From affordable bus transfers to faster minivans to private tours, here are the best options to get from Bangkok to Pattaya:
From Bangkok to Pattaya by Taxi
The quickest and most comfortable public transportation from Bangkok to Pattaya is by private taxi, which costs 1200 - 1500 baht. The travel time is around 1 hour and 30 minutes. Remember to ask if the fixed fare includes motorway tolls. You'll be responsible for paying the toll fee by the meter you are paying.
From Bangkok to Pattaya by Bus
Is there a direct bus bound for Pattaya from Bangkok? A direct bus departs from Bangkok Mo Chit (Northern Bus Terminal) or Ekkamai BTS ( Eastern Bus Terminal) and arrives at Pattaya Bus Terminal. It has daily trips from 5:30am until as late as 11:30 PM. You can book bus tickets through local bus companies' online portals or just show up at the bus terminal on the day you're traveling and buy a seat on the next available bus. The travel time is around two and a half hours. The ticket cost is about 130 baht.
To get to Mo Chit or Ekkamai bus terminal, you may take a taxi or book a grab car / bike.
Bangkok- Pattaya Tour
For hassle free adventure, you can book a package tour via KLOOK. They offer Pattaya Beach and Koh Larn Coral Island Full Day Tour from Bangkok. The tour is available on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. The journey starts from 06:00AM to 7:30PM.
Destinations to be visited:
1. Coral Island
2. Koh Larn
3. Pattaya Viewpoint
4. Sanctuary of Truth
Below are the package details:
1. Round-trip transfers
2. Transport
3. Sanctuary of Truth ticket(s)
4. Chinese / English-speaking guide
5. Bottled drinking water
6. Insurance provided by the operator
If you don't want to avail of the package tour, you can just book the Sanctuary of Truth ticket HERE.
From Bangkok to Pattaya by Minivan
Another option to reach Pattaya is by minivan. It's a faster, less crowded alternative to buses. You can find these minivans at the Mo Chit bus station in Bangkok. The trip takes 2.5 to three hours, depending on traffic. To book a ticket, you need to go to the bus terminal, buy a seat, and can be paid it in cash. The ticket costs around 150-200 baht.
From Bangkok to Pattaya by Train
If you want to experience riding a train to Pattaya, you can get to Bangkok's Hua Lamphong train station. It's not the fastest, but this is one of the most exciting and cheapest transportation options to get you to Pattaya. Seats on the train cannot be booked in advance and can only be paid for in cash. On weekdays, the train leaves Bangkok before 7AM towards Pattaya before. Please be reminded that there are only two trains available daily. The cost is from 31 baht to 150 baht.
How To Get From Dom Mueang Airport, Bangkok To Pattaya
Getting from Don Mueang Airport to Pattaya is most accessible by taxi and will cost around 1,500- 2,000 baht. Another option is to take a cab or grab car from the airport to one of the bus stations.
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