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Chumphon to Bangkok is a long trip that most travelers make overnight by train or bus. The flight is the fastest option, and a private transfer suits groups with luggage.
Chumphon to Bangkok by Train
The State Railway of Thailand timetable lists several northbound trains from Chumphon to Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal in Bangkok. Most leave at night: Special Express DRC No. 44 departs at 20:51 and arrives at 04:05, Rapid No. 168 at 21:20 (arriving 05:30), Express No. 86 at 22:19 (06:30), Express No. 84 at 23:18 (07:25) and Special Express No. 38 at 01:27 (09:25). Special Express DRC No. 40 is the daytime train, leaving at 11:18 and arriving at 18:25.[1] The journey takes about 7 to 8.5 hours.
Fares depend on the train and class, so check yours with the State Railway of Thailand. On booking platforms, train tickets from Chumphon to Bangkok are listed at about 1,000 to 1,500 baht ($30 to $44) (October 2026).[2]
Chumphon to Bangkok by Bus
Booking platforms list express and VIP coaches at about 530 to 810 baht ($16 to $24), with a journey of from about 8 hours, longer in traffic (October 2026).[2] Departure times and the arrival terminal in Bangkok depend on the operator, so check them on your ticket.
Chumphon to Bangkok by Flight
Nok Air lists Chumphon among its domestic destinations.[3] Booking platforms show a flight to Bangkok at about 1,060 baht ($32) in October 2026; the flight itself takes about 1 hour.[2] Chumphon airport is outside the town, so allow time for the transfer.
Chumphon to Bangkok by Van
Booking platforms list a minivan connection with a change of van for about 1,000 baht ($30), with a journey of from about 9 hours 25 minutes (October 2026).[2] It usually has less luggage space than a coach.
Chumphon to Bangkok by Private Transfer
Booking platforms list private cars and vans, also to Suvarnabhumi Airport, at about 6,400 to 12,200 baht ($190 to $365) per vehicle, with a drive of from about 6 hours, longer with traffic (October 2026).[2] The price is per vehicle, so it works best for families and groups with luggage or diving gear.
Comparing Your Options
| Mode | Price | Duration |
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| Train | About 1,000 to 1,500 baht ($30 to $44) on booking platforms[2] | About 7 to 8.5 hours[1] |
| Bus | About 530 to 810 baht ($16 to $24)[2] | From about 8h |
| Flight | About 1,060 baht ($32)[2] | About 1h |
| Van | About 1,000 baht ($30)[2] | From about 9h 25min |
| Private transfer | About 6,400 to 12,200 baht ($190 to $365) per vehicle[2] | From about 6h |
Timetable
| Bus Chumphon - Bangkok $ 15.61–23.96 7h 55m – 8h 30m | |
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| Taxi Chumphon - Bangkok $ 188.93–359.94 5h 40m – 8h | |
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| Train Chumphon - Bangkok $ 30.17–43.83 10h 15m – 10h 34m | |
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| Van Chumphon - Bangkok $ 29.61 9h 25m | |
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| Taxi Chumphon - Suvarnabhumi Airport $ 188.93–359.94 6h – 7h 35m | |
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| Flight Chumphon - Don Mueang Airport $ 31.39 1h | |
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| Taxi Chumphon - Don Mueang Airport $ 188.93–359.94 6h – 7h | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Chumphon to Bangkok, including current prices and schedules.
Buses are the cheapest option listed on booking platforms, at about 530 to 810 baht (about $16 to $24) in October 2026. Trains are listed at about 1,000 to 1,500 baht.
Flying. The flight takes about 1 hour, but add the transfer to Chumphon airport and check-in time.
About 1 hour by plane, about 7 to 8.5 hours by train, from about 8 hours by bus and from about 6 hours by private transfer, longer with traffic.
Yes. State Railway of Thailand trains leave Chumphon between 20:51 and 02:32 and arrive at Krung Thep Aphiwat between 04:05 and 11:10. Check the class and fare for your train with the railway.
Yes. Special Express DRC No. 40 leaves Chumphon at 11:18 and arrives at Krung Thep Aphiwat at 18:25.
Yes. Booking platforms list private transfers from Chumphon to Suvarnabhumi Airport, priced per vehicle.
Sources and background
Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.
- [1] State Railway of Thailand: SRT Timetable Matrix 2026 (Southern Line inbound). Retrieved October 17, 2026.
- [2] 12Go: 12Go timetable: Chumphon to Bangkok. Retrieved October 17, 2026.
- [3] Nok Air: Where We Fly. Retrieved October 15, 2026.
Guide prices and journey times are indicative, not live quotes. A booked package may include transfers and waiting time as well as the main journey. Check the selected offer, pickup point and current conditions before booking.