Bangkok to Pattaya

2-3 hours

150-1,500 THB

2 options

Bus

Last verified: April 2026

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Quick 2-3 hour journey from Bangkok to Pattaya by bus, minivan, or private taxi. One of Thailand's easiest and most popular day trips or weekend getaways.

Our recommendation

Bus from Ekkamai (Eastern) Bus Terminal is cheapest and most frequent. Roong Reuang Coach runs the best service.

Transport options

Bus from Ekkamai

Best Option

2-2.5 hours

150-250 THB

Every 30 min

bus

Very frequent
Very cheap
Comfortable
Direct from BTS Ekkamai station

Can be slow in Friday traffic

How to do it

1Go to Ekkamai (Eastern) Bus Terminal (BTS Ekkamai station)
2Buy ticket for Pattaya (every 30 min)
3Bus to Pattaya (2-2.5 hrs)
4Arrive at Pattaya North Road bus stop or terminal

Airport Bus (from Suvarnabhumi)

From Airport

2 hours

250-400 THB

Multiple daily

bus

Skip Bangkok traffic entirely
Direct from airport
Bell Travel Service is reliable

Limited schedule
Only from Suvarnabhumi

How to do it

1Find Bell Travel Service counter at Suvarnabhumi Airport
2Direct bus to Pattaya (2 hrs)
3Arrive in Pattaya

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Tips for This Route

•Buses from Ekkamai depart every 30 minutes
•Traffic on Friday evenings is brutal — leave early or go Saturday morning
•From Suvarnabhumi Airport, direct buses to Pattaya skip Bangkok entirely
•Bell Travel Service runs direct airport-to-Pattaya shuttles

Frequently asked questions

Can I get to Pattaya from the airport without going into Bangkok?

Yes — Bell Travel Service runs direct buses from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Pattaya. Takes about 2 hours and skips Bangkok entirely.

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