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Leaving the neon lights and sea breeze of Pattaya for the skyscrapers and golden temples of Bangkok is a short hop on a modern highway through the industrial heart of Chonburi. Coach, minivan or private car all do the job; the choice comes down to where in Bangkok you need to end up.
Pattaya to Bangkok by Bus
Roong Reuang Coach sells tickets for coaches from the North Pattaya and Jomtien bus stations to Bangkok's Ekkamai and Mo Chit terminals and to Suvarnabhumi Airport.[1] Ekkamai is the stop for Sukhumvit and the BTS Skytrain, Mo Chit for the north of the city and for onward buses.
Pattaya to Bangkok by Van
Minivans cost about 200 THB on booking platforms (November 2026) and take from about 2 hours, longer in Bangkok traffic.[2] Luggage space is tight, so a large suitcase may need an extra seat.
Pattaya to Bangkok by Private Car
A private car picks you up at your hotel and drops you at your door in Bangkok. On booking platforms the trip starts at about 1,650 THB (November 2026), to Suvarnabhumi at about 1,400 THB and to Don Mueang at about 1,900 THB, and it takes from about 2 hours.[2] Vehicles range from economy cars to vans for larger groups.
Pattaya to the Bangkok Airports
Suvarnabhumi Airport is the closer of the two, and Roong Reuang Coach sells tickets for coaches that go straight to it.[1] Don Mueang lies on the far northern side of the city, so allow more time there; a private car is the simplest way to get to it.
Tips for Traveling from Pattaya to Bangkok
- Add a buffer: Traffic into Bangkok is unpredictable, so plan at least an hour of slack before a flight.
- Pick the right terminal: Ekkamai suits Sukhumvit hotels, Mo Chit suits the north and the Skytrain.
- Pack light for vans: With several large bags, a coach or a private car is more comfortable.
- Book ahead at weekends and on public holidays, when many people leave the coast.
Timetable
| Bus Pattaya - Bangkok $ 4.85–18.06 2h 30m – 3h | |
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| Taxi Pattaya - Bangkok $ 48.85–309.40 2h – 3h | |
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| Van Pattaya - Bangkok $ 5.92–6.22 2h – 3h | |
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| Bus Pattaya - Suvarnabhumi Airport $ 5.85–13.62 2h | |
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| Taxi Pattaya - Suvarnabhumi Airport $ 41.45–309.40 1h 30m – 3h | |
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| Taxi Pattaya - Don Mueang Airport $ 56.25–309.40 2h 15m – 3h | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Pattaya to Bangkok, including current prices and schedules.
Coaches and minivans are the budget options. A minivan costs about 200 THB on booking platforms (November 2026).
A private car, which takes from about 2 hours because it makes no stops for other passengers.
From about 2 hours. Traffic on the way into Bangkok can add a lot, especially at peak times.
Yes. Roong Reuang Coach sells tickets for coaches from Pattaya to Suvarnabhumi Airport.
On ordinary days you can often buy at the station, but book ahead at weekends and on public holidays.
Sources and background
Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.
- [1] Roong Reuang Coach: Buy Ticket: Search Route. Retrieved October 31, 2026.
- [2] 12Go: 12Go timetable: Pattaya - Bangkok. Retrieved November 11, 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.