- Must visit
Phra Pathom Chedi National Museum
A museum inside the chedi complex displaying archaeological finds, sculptures, and Buddhist art connected with early local history.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bangkok to Nakhon Pathom is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bangkok to Nakhon Pathom will cost around DKK 23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only DKK 23.
On Sun, Nov 15, we found 17 buses from Bangkok to Nakhon Pathom, including 17 direct services.
On Sun, Nov 15 the direct buses cover the 50 km distance in an average of 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 40 m .
On Sun, Nov 15 the slowest buses will take 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

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Buses from Bangkok to Nakhon Pathom run on average 14 times per day, taking around 46m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at DKK 19 if you book in advance.
There are 14 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:45, the last at 19:30. The fastest bus covers the 31 miles (50 km) distance in 30m.
Distance 31 miles (50 km) |
Average bus duration 46m |
Cheapest ticket price DKK 19 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 30m |
First bus 5:45 AM |
Last bus 7:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Bangkok to Nakhon Pathom.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Kanchanaburi Express | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price DKK 18 |
Operator Kanchanaburi Express | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price DKK 23 |
Operator Kanchanaburi Express | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price DKK 18 |
Operator Kanchanaburi Express | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price DKK 23 |
Operator Kanchanaburi Express | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price DKK 23 |
Operator Kanchanaburi Express | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price DKK 19 |
Operator Kanchanaburi Express | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price DKK 19 |
Operator Kanchanaburi Express | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 11:40AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price DKK 23 |
Operator Kanchanaburi Express | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price DKK 23 |
Operator Kanchanaburi Express | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price DKK 23 |
Operator Kanchanaburi Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price DKK 23 |
Operator Kanchanaburi Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price DKK 23 |
Operator Kanchanaburi Express | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price DKK 23 |
Operator Kanchanaburi Express | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price DKK 23 |
Operator Kanchanaburi Express | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:40PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price DKK 23 |
Operator Kanchanaburi Express | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price DKK 23 |
Operator Kanchanaburi Express | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price DKK 23 |
Operator Kanchanaburi Express | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price DKK 23 |
Operator Kanchanaburi Express | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price DKK 23 |
The table below shows live departures for Bangkok to Nakhon Pathom buses for today, Saturday, November 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:00 AM Bangkok, Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai) | 0h40 | 10:40 AM Nakhon Pathom, Big C Nakornpathom | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Bangkok, Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai) | 0h40 | 11:40 AM Nakhon Pathom, Big C Nakornpathom | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Bangkok, Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai) | 0h40 | 12:40 PM Nakhon Pathom, Big C Nakornpathom | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 PM Bangkok, Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai) | 0h40 | 1:40 PM Nakhon Pathom, Big C Nakornpathom | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 PM Bangkok, Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai) | 0h40 | 2:40 PM Nakhon Pathom, Big C Nakornpathom | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:00 PM Bangkok, Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai) | 0h40 | 3:40 PM Nakhon Pathom, Big C Nakornpathom | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 PM Bangkok, Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai) | 0h40 | 4:40 PM Nakhon Pathom, Big C Nakornpathom | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Bangkok, Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai) | 0h40 | 5:40 PM Nakhon Pathom, Big C Nakornpathom | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Bangkok, Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai) | 0h40 | 6:40 PM Nakhon Pathom, Big C Nakornpathom | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:10 PM Bangkok, Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai) | 0h40 | 7:50 PM Nakhon Pathom, Big C Nakornpathom | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:50 PM Bangkok, Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai) | 0h40 | 8:30 PM Nakhon Pathom, Big C Nakornpathom | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 PM Bangkok, Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai) | 0h40 | 9:10 PM Nakhon Pathom, Big C Nakornpathom | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, November 15 | |||||
![]() | 5:00 AM Bangkok, Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai) | 0h40 | 5:40 AM Nakhon Pathom, Big C Nakornpathom | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 AM Bangkok, Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai) | 0h40 | 6:40 AM Nakhon Pathom, Big C Nakornpathom | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 AM Bangkok, Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai) | 0h40 | 7:40 AM Nakhon Pathom, Big C Nakornpathom | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Bangkok, Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai) | 0h40 | 8:40 AM Nakhon Pathom, Big C Nakornpathom | 0 transfersDirect | |
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A museum inside the chedi complex displaying archaeological finds, sculptures, and Buddhist art connected with early local history.
A small art venue in the palace area featuring student and regional exhibitions, useful for seeing contemporary local creative work.
A university museum presenting fossils, geological specimens, and natural history exhibits for families and science-minded visitors.
A central green space beside the chedi, popular for evening walks, local life, and views of the illuminated monument.
A leafy university campus area with spacious roads, colonial-era buildings nearby, and one of the city's most walkable environments.
A broad palace-side avenue lined with trees and historic buildings, pleasant for walking and seeing the university and royal grounds.
Roasted pork belly over rice with sweet sauce, cucumber and egg. Nakhon Pathom is especially known in Thailand for its crisp moo hong style roast pork.
Steamed duck over rice with aromatic gravy. The province is famous for duck farming, making duck rice a classic local comfort dish.
Slow-braised duck noodle soup, often with Chinese spices and rich broth. A long-established favorite around Nakhon Pathom markets and old-town eateries.
Riverside dining in Sam Phran serving Thai dishes, snacks and drinks in a leafy garden atmosphere that suits relaxed meals and coffee stops.
Long-running casual eatery near Phra Pathom Chedi, known for roast red pork, crispy pork and classic rice plates in a busy local setting.
Popular local restaurant for duck noodles and duck rice. Expect traditional flavors, quick service and a simple shophouse atmosphere.
Budget-friendly versus many Thai tourist hubs: rooms, local meals, and transport usually cost less, with only modern cafes and hotel dining pushing prices up.
Tipping is appreciated but not required. Restaurants may add 10% service; otherwise round up or leave ฿20-50. Round up taxi fares. Small cafe tips are optional.
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Big C Nakornpathom, Nakhon Pathom -> Nakhon Pathom Railway Station, Nakhon Pathom
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bangkok to Nakhon Pathom by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Nakhon Pathom, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bangkok to Nakhon Pathom buses use the Bangkok, Bus Terminal (South) to Nakhon Pathom, Big C Nakornpathom station pair. Use this guide to compare Bangkok and Nakhon Pathom bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Bangkok, Bus Terminal (South) is 8 km from Bangkok city centre. Public transport options include:
Bangkok, Bus Terminal (South) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court and various food stalls available inside terminal
Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal. ATMs are multiple ATMs from various banks.
Ticket office support is available at Bangkok, Bus Terminal (South).
Available at Bangkok, Bus Terminal (South): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bangkok, Bus Terminal (South): Wheelchair ramps, elevators.
Bangkok, Minibus Station (Chatuchak) is 8 km from Bangkok city centre. Public transport options include:
Bangkok, Minibus Station (Chatuchak) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court and several local food vendors available inside terminal
Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal. ATMs are several ATMs from major Thai banks.
Ticket office support is available at Bangkok, Minibus Station (Chatuchak).
Available at Bangkok, Minibus Station (Chatuchak): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bangkok, Minibus Station (Chatuchak): Wheelchair ramps and elevators available.
Nakhon Pathom, Big C Nakornpathom is 3 km from Nakhon Pathom city centre. Public transport options include:
Nakhon Pathom, Big C Nakornpathom has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court and restaurants inside Big C shopping mall
Free Wi-Fi at Big C. ATMs are aTMs from multiple banks available inside Big C.
Ticket office support is available at Nakhon Pathom, Big C Nakornpathom.
Available at Nakhon Pathom, Big C Nakornpathom: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nakhon Pathom, Big C Nakornpathom: Wheelchair accessible.
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