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The cheapest and fastest buses from Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima

Showing times and prices for Nov 13

Cheapest price

$8

Average price

$8

Fastest journey

4 h

Average duration

4 h

Buses per day

32

Distance

219 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima 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 Ratchasima will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.

Fast buses

Of the 32 buses that leave Bangkok for Nakhon Ratchasima on Thu, Nov 13, 32 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Thu, Nov 13 the direct buses cover the 219 km distance in an average of 4 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .

On Thu, Nov 13 the slowest buses will take 4 h 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.

Cherdchai Tour
02:00PM4h00
Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal
06:00PMNakhon Ratchasima, Bus Terminal 2
$81One-way
0 transfers
Cherdchai Tour
04:00PM4h10
Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal
08:10PMNakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal 1
$81One-way
0 transfers
Cherdchai Tour
10:00AM4h10
Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal
02:10PMNakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal 1
$81One-way
0 transfers
Cherdchai Tour
09:00AM4h10
Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal
01:10PMNakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal 1
$81One-way
0 transfers
Cherdchai Tour
07:00PM4h00
Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal
11:00PMNakhon Ratchasima, Bus Terminal 2
$81One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €29.

Distance: 136 miles (219 km)

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Train

€7

Average price

Cheapest

€29

Average price

5h 36m

Average total duration

5h 6m

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5h 26m

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Fastest

4h 56m

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Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
Cherdchai Tour
Departure Time
03:00AM
Arrival Time
07:10AM
Duration
4h10
Departure days
Mon
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
Cherdchai Tour
Departure Time
04:00AM
Arrival Time
08:10AM
Duration
4h10
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
Cherdchai Tour
Departure Time
05:00AM
Arrival Time
09:10AM
Duration
4h10
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
Cherdchai Tour
Departure Time
06:00AM
Arrival Time
10:10AM
Duration
4h10
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
Cherdchai Tour
Departure Time
07:00AM
Arrival Time
11:10AM
Duration
4h10
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
Cherdchai Tour
Departure Time
08:00AM
Arrival Time
12:00PM
Duration
4h00
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
Cherdchai Tour
Departure Time
09:00AM
Arrival Time
01:10PM
Duration
4h10
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
Cherdchai Tour
Departure Time
10:00AM
Arrival Time
02:10PM
Duration
4h10
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
Cherdchai Tour
Departure Time
11:00AM
Arrival Time
03:10PM
Duration
4h10
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
Cherdchai Tour
Departure Time
12:00PM
Arrival Time
04:10PM
Duration
4h10
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
Cherdchai Tour
Departure Time
01:00PM
Arrival Time
05:00PM
Duration
4h00
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
Cherdchai Tour
Departure Time
02:00PM
Arrival Time
06:00PM
Duration
4h00
Departure days
Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
Cherdchai Tour
Departure Time
03:00PM
Arrival Time
07:10PM
Duration
4h10
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
Cherdchai Tour
Departure Time
04:00PM
Arrival Time
08:10PM
Duration
4h10
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
Cherdchai Tour
Departure Time
05:00PM
Arrival Time
09:10PM
Duration
4h10
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
Cherdchai Tour
Departure Time
06:00PM
Arrival Time
10:00PM
Duration
4h00
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
Cherdchai Tour
Departure Time
07:00PM
Arrival Time
11:00PM
Duration
4h00
Departure days
Everyday
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
Cherdchai Tour
Departure Time
08:00PM
Arrival Time
12:00AM
Duration
4h00
Departure days
Fri, Sun
Cheapest price
$8

Live departures

Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima buses for today, Wednesday, November 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

Last updated at 10:11 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
cherdchai21-16611:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal
4h10
3:10 PM Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal 10 transfersDirect
cherdchai21-16611:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal
4h00
3:00 PM Nakhon Ratchasima, Bus Terminal 20 transfersDirect
cherdchai21-16912:00 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal
4h00
4:00 PM Nakhon Ratchasima, Bus Terminal 20 transfersDirect
cherdchai21-16912:00 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal
4h10
4:10 PM Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal 10 transfersDirect
cherdchai9:00 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal
4h10
1:10 AM Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal 10 transfersDirect
cherdchai9:00 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal
4h00
1:00 AM Nakhon Ratchasima, Bus Terminal 20 transfersDirect
cherdchai10:00 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal
4h10
2:10 AM Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal 10 transfersDirect
cherdchai10:00 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal
4h00
2:00 AM Nakhon Ratchasima, Bus Terminal 20 transfersDirect
cherdchai11:00 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal
4h10
3:10 AM Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal 10 transfersDirect
cherdchai11:00 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal
4h00
3:00 AM Nakhon Ratchasima, Bus Terminal 20 transfersDirect
cherdchai12:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal
4h10
4:10 AM Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal 10 transfersDirect
cherdchai12:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal
4h00
4:00 AM Nakhon Ratchasima, Bus Terminal 20 transfersDirect
cherdchai1:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal
4h00
5:00 AM Nakhon Ratchasima, Bus Terminal 20 transfersDirect
cherdchai1:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal
4h10
5:10 AM Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal 10 transfersDirect
cherdchai2:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal
4h10
6:10 AM Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal 10 transfersDirect
cherdchai2:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal
4h00
6:00 AM Nakhon Ratchasima, Bus Terminal 20 transfersDirect
cherdchai3:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal
4h10
7:10 AM Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal 10 transfersDirect
cherdchai3:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal
4h00
7:00 AM Nakhon Ratchasima, Bus Terminal 20 transfersDirect
cherdchai4:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal
4h10
8:10 AM Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal 10 transfersDirect
cherdchai4:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal
4h00
8:00 AM Nakhon Ratchasima, Bus Terminal 20 transfersDirect
cherdchai5:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal
4h10
9:10 AM Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal 10 transfersDirect
cherdchai5:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal
4h00
9:00 AM Nakhon Ratchasima, Bus Terminal 20 transfersDirect
cherdchai6:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal
4h00
10:00 AM Nakhon Ratchasima, Bus Terminal 20 transfersDirect
cherdchai6:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal
4h10
10:10 AM Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal 10 transfersDirect
cherdchai7:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal
4h00
11:00 AM Nakhon Ratchasima, Bus Terminal 20 transfersDirect
cherdchai7:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal
4h10
11:10 AM Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal 10 transfersDirect
cherdchai8:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal
4h10
12:10 PM Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal 10 transfersDirect
cherdchai8:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal
4h00
12:00 PM Nakhon Ratchasima, Bus Terminal 20 transfersDirect
cherdchai9:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal
4h10
1:10 PM Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal 10 transfersDirect
cherdchai9:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal
4h00
1:00 PM Nakhon Ratchasima, Bus Terminal 20 transfersDirect
cherdchai10:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal
4h10
2:10 PM Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal 10 transfersDirect
cherdchai10:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal
4h00
2:00 PM Nakhon Ratchasima, Bus Terminal 20 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima

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Buses from Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima run on average 54 times per day, taking around 5h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 (€6) if you book in advance.

There are 54 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 136 miles (219 km) distance in 3h 30m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
136 miles (219 km)
Average bus duration
5h 6m
Cheapest ticket price
$8 (€6)
Buses per day
54
Direct buses
54
Fastest bus
3h 30m
First bus
00:20
Last bus
23:00
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: Cherdchai Tour, Air Prayat Tour, Chan Tour from Bangkok to Nakhon RatchasimaYou can travel by bus between Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima with Cherdchai Tour, Air Prayat Tour, Chan Tour for as low as $8 (€6). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Air Prayat Tour

About
Established in Thailand, operates from Bangkok Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) with a fleet of standard 40-seater coaches, sleeper buses, and VIP coaches. The service includes night buses and is accessible for all passengers. Luggage is included in the fare. Free onboard WiFi and USB plugs are available. Pets and additional luggage are not allowed. Food options are provided, with seat reservations and onboard bathrooms ensuring a comfortable journey.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
7h 25m
Cheapest Price
$15 (€12)
Luggage included
Luggage included in fare; specific size/type not provided.
Amenities on board the bus
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
Accessibility

Chan Tour

About
Established in 1998 in Vietnam, operates from the Chan Tour Office in Khon Kaen, with services from Mochit. The fleet includes standard and luxury air-conditioned buses for group tours. Night buses are not available. Luggage is included in the fare, with excess and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee. Free onboard WiFi is provided. Pets and bikes are not permitted. Seat reservations are allowed, and onboard bathrooms ensure convenience during travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
5h 17m
Cheapest Price
$9 (€8)
Chan Tour frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Luggage included in fare; specific size/type not provided.
Additional luggage
Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
Amenities on board the bus
Toilets

Cherdchai Tour

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 30m
Cheapest Price
$8 (€6)

FAQs: Bus from Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima 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 Ratchasima, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima can start from as little as $8 (€6) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima is $9 (€7); however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima bus time is 3 h 30 min   covering the 136 mile (219 km) long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first bus from Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima leaves at 12: 20AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last bus from Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima leaves at 11: 00PM.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima without having to change trains with Cherdchai Tour or Chan Tour. There are 54 direct buses from Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima bus with Cherdchai Tour, Air Prayat Tour or Chan Tour. However, it's always good to check out all possible bus providers for the route between Bangkok and Nakhon Ratchasima as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.

When departing from Bangkok, you have various bus station options to start your trip from including Bangkok, Chatuchak Minivan Terminal (Mo Chit Van Terminal) and Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2). When arriving in Nakhon Ratchasima, you can end your route in bus stations like Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal, Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal 1, Nakhon Ratchasima, Terminal 21 Korat, Nakhon Ratchasima, The Mall Korat, Nakhon Ratchasima, SaveOne Market (Ergo Insurance) and Nakhon Ratchasima, Terminal 21 Korat.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Bangkok, Chatuchak Minivan Terminal (Mo Chit Van Terminal), which is located around 6.5 miles (10.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal, located 2.4 miles (3.8 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Nakhon Ratchasima from Bangkok is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 30 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima is October.
You have options as you can travel to Nakhon Ratchasima from Bangkok 2 different ways: train or bus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima:
  • Air Prayat Tour
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima for bus providers Air Prayat Tour and Chan Tour.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima.
    Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima:
    • Air Prayat Tour
      • Luggage included in fare; specific size/type not provided.
    • Chan Tour
      • Luggage included in fare; specific size/type not provided.
    Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima:
    • Chan Tour
      • Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima.
    You can reserve your seat on the bus from Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima with the following bus company: Air Prayat Tour
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima.

    popular bus stations

    Popular bus stations from Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima

    Bangkok
    Nakhon Ratchasima
    The major bus station for departures in Bangkok is Bangkok, Minibus Station (Chatuchak). Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Bangkok, Minibus Station (Chatuchak) for your trip from Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima.
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 05:00-22:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    8 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Kamphaeng Phet Road
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal
    Parking
    Parking
    • Available at terminal parking lot, 20 baht per hour
    Dining
    Dining
    • Food court and several local food vendors available inside terminal
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Wheelchair ramps and elevators available
    WC
    WC
    • Public restrooms available for 5 baht
    Public transit options for Bangkok, Minibus Station (Chatuchak)
    • BTS: Mo Chit Station
    • MRT: Chatuchak Park Station
    • Bus: 3, 26, 77, 96, 104, 134, 136, 138, 145, 509, 522
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 05:00-22:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    3 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Ratchaprarop Road, Phetchaburi Road
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi available in terminal
    Parking
    Parking
    • Limited parking available at terminal, 20 THB per hour
    Dining
    Dining
    • Food court and street food vendors around terminal
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Wheelchair ramps, ground level access
    WC
    WC
    • Public toilets available, 5 THB fee
    Public transit options for Bangkok, Pratunam
    • Bus: 11, 23, 60, 72, 73, 93, 157, 183
    • BTS: Ratchathewi Station
    • Airport Rail Link: Ratchaprarop Station
    Amenities at bus station
    WifiWifi
    ParkingParking
    DiningDining
    ATMATM
    TaxisTaxis
    AccessibilityAccessibility
    WCWC
    Ticket OfficeTicket Office
    information
    phone
    Phone Number
    ticketOfficeHours
    Ticket Office Hours
    • 04:00-22:00
    ticketOfficeHours
    Distance to city center
    8 km
    carConnection
    Car connection
    Kamphaeng Phet 2 Road
    Wifi
    Wifi
    • Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal
    Parking
    Parking
    • Large parking area available for both short and long-term parking
    Dining
    Dining
    • Food court and various food stalls available inside terminal
    Taxis
    Taxis
    • Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
    Accessibility
    Accessibility
    • Wheelchair ramps and elevators available
    WC
    WC
    • Public restrooms available with 5 THB fee
    Public transit options for Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal
    • BTS: Mo Chit Station
    • MRT: Chatuchak Park Station
    • Bus: 3, 26, 29, 34, 49, 52, 77

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