Thailand Transport Routes
Find the best way to travel between Thai cities. Compare flights, buses, trains, and ferries.
π Find Your Route
β Popular Routes
β΄οΈ840 km
Bangkok β Phuket
From 12-14 hoursView options β
βοΈ690 km
Bangkok β Chiang Mai
From 10-12 hoursView options β
π150 km
Bangkok β Pattaya
From 2-3 hoursView options β
π80 km
Bangkok β Ayutthaya
From 1.5-2 hoursView options β
βοΈ780 km
Bangkok β Krabi
From 11-13 hoursView options β
β΄οΈ160 km
Phuket β Krabi
From 3-4 hoursView options β
π185 km
Chiang Mai β Chiang Rai
From 3-4 hoursView options β
β΄οΈ840 km
Phuket β Bangkok
From 12-14 hoursView options β
βοΈ690 km
Chiang Mai β Bangkok
From 10-12 hoursView options β
π150 km
Pattaya β Bangkok
From 2-3 hoursView options β
βοΈ780 km
Krabi β Bangkok
From 11-13 hoursView options β
π80 km
Ayutthaya β Bangkok
From 1.5-2 hoursView options β
β΄οΈ160 km
Krabi β Phuket
From 3-4 hoursView options β
πΊοΈ All Routes by Region
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π‘ Thailand Transport Tips
Best Transport by Distance
- β’ < 200km: Bus or minivan (cheapest)
- β’ 200-500km: Train (scenic) or VIP bus
- β’ > 500km: Flight (time-saving)
- β’ Island routes: Ferry + bus combo
Booking Tips
- β’ Book flights 3-4 weeks in advance
- β’ Train sleepers fill up fast - book early
- β’ Buses rarely need advance booking
- β’ Avoid travel on Thai holidays
Comfort Levels
- β’ Most comfortable: Flights, first-class train
- β’ Good comfort: VIP bus, sleeper train
- β’ Basic comfort: Regular bus, 3rd class train
- β’ Variable: Minivans (fast but cramped)
What to Bring
- β’ Light jacket (AC can be very cold)
- β’ Snacks and water
- β’ Entertainment (book, music)
- β’ Small pillow for long journeys