- Must visit
Art in Paradise Pattaya
An immersive 3D illusion art museum where visitors interact with painted scenes. Fun, creative, and especially good for photos and families.
Cheapest price on Oct 10
$5
Average ticket price on Oct 10
$6
Fastest journey on Oct 10
1 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Oct 10
1 h 50 m
Buses on Oct 10
76
Distance
100 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bangkok to Pattaya is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bangkok to Pattaya will cost around $6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
On Sat, Oct 10, we found 76 buses from Bangkok to Pattaya, including 76 direct services.
On Sat, Oct 10 the direct buses cover the 100 km distance in an average of 1 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
On Sat, Oct 10 the slowest buses will take 1 h 50 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.










Buses from Bangkok to Pattaya run on average 81 times per day, taking around 2h 27m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $4 (€3) if you book in advance.
There are 81 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:20, the last at 22:10. The fastest bus covers the 62 miles (100 km) distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 62 miles (100 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 (€3) |
Buses per day 81 |
Direct buses 81 |
Fastest bus 1h 50m |
First bus 4:20 AM |
Last bus 10:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 77 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Roong Reuang Coach | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator T Tour Transport | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Roong Reuang Coach | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator ESB_7301 | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Roong Reuang Coach | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator T Tour Transport | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator T Tour Transport | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator ESB_7301 | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Roong Reuang Coach | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator T Tour Transport | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Roong Reuang Coach | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator ESB_7301 | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Roong Reuang Coach | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator T Tour Transport | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator T Tour Transport | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator T Tour Transport | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator ESB_7301 | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Roong Reuang Coach | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator T Tour Transport | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Roong Reuang Coach | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator T Tour Transport | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Roong Reuang Coach | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator ESB_7301 | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator T Tour Transport | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator ESB_7301 | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Roong Reuang Coach | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator T Tour Transport | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Roong Reuang Coach | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator T Tour Transport | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Roong Reuang Coach | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator ESB_7301 | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator T Tour Transport | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator T Tour Transport | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator ESB_7301 | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Roong Reuang Coach | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator T Tour Transport | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator T Tour Transport | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Roong Reuang Coach | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator T Tour Transport | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Roong Reuang Coach | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator T Tour Transport | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator T Tour Transport | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator ESB_7301 | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Roong Reuang Coach | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator T Tour Transport | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Roong Reuang Coach | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Roong Reuang Coach | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator ESB_7301 | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator T Tour Transport | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator T Tour Transport | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Roong Reuang Coach | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator ESB_7301 | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator T Tour Transport | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Roong Reuang Coach | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator T Tour Transport | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator ESB_7301 | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Roong Reuang Coach | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Roong Reuang Coach | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator ESB_7301 | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Roong Reuang Coach | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Roong Reuang Coach | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator ESB_7301 | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Roong Reuang Coach | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Roong Reuang Coach | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $5 |
The table below shows live departures for Bangkok to Pattaya buses for today, Friday, October 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:00 PM Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi Airport (Floor 1 Gate 8) | 2h00 | 7:00 PM Pattaya, Jomtien Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:30 PM Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi Airport (Floor 1 Gate 8) | 2h00 | 7:30 PM Pattaya, North Pattaya Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi Airport (Floor 1 Gate 8) | 2h00 | 8:00 PM Pattaya, Jomtien Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:30 PM Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi Airport (Floor 1 Gate 8) | 2h00 | 8:30 PM Pattaya, North Pattaya Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 PM Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi Airport (Floor 1 Gate 8) | 2h00 | 9:00 PM Pattaya, Jomtien Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 PM Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi Airport (Floor 1 Gate 8) | 2h00 | 10:00 PM Pattaya, Jomtien Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 PM Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi Airport (Floor 1 Gate 8) | 2h00 | 11:00 PM Pattaya, Jomtien Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 PM Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi Airport (Floor 1 Gate 8) | 2h00 | 12:00 AM Pattaya, Jomtien Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, October 10 | |||||
![]() | 5:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 2h30 | 7:30 AM Pattaya, North Pattaya Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 AM Bangkok, Eastern Bus Terminal (Ekkamai) | 2h30 | 7:30 AM Pattaya, North Pattaya Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 2h30 | 8:30 AM Pattaya, North Pattaya Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 AM Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi Airport (Floor 1 Gate 8) | 2h00 | 8:00 AM Pattaya, Jomtien Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 AM Bangkok, Eastern Bus Terminal (Ekkamai) | 2h30 | 8:30 AM Pattaya, North Pattaya Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:30 AM Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi Airport (Floor 1 Gate 8) | 2h00 | 8:30 AM Pattaya, North Pattaya Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 AM Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi Airport (Floor 1 Gate 8) | 2h00 | 9:00 AM Pattaya, Jomtien Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 2h30 | 9:30 AM Pattaya, North Pattaya Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:30 AM Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi Airport (Floor 1 Gate 8) | 2h00 | 9:30 AM Pattaya, North Pattaya Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi Airport (Floor 1 Gate 8) | 2h00 | 10:00 AM Pattaya, Jomtien Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 2h30 | 10:30 AM Pattaya, North Pattaya Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi Airport (Floor 1 Gate 8) | 2h00 | 11:00 AM Pattaya, Jomtien Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Bangkok, Eastern Bus Terminal (Ekkamai) | 2h30 | 11:30 AM Pattaya, North Pattaya Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 2h30 | 11:30 AM Pattaya, North Pattaya Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 AM Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi Airport (Floor 1 Gate 8) | 2h00 | 11:30 AM Pattaya, North Pattaya Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 2h30 | 12:30 PM Pattaya, North Pattaya Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Bangkok, Eastern Bus Terminal (Ekkamai) | 2h30 | 12:30 PM Pattaya, North Pattaya Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi Airport (Floor 1 Gate 8) | 2h00 | 12:00 PM Pattaya, Jomtien Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 2h30 | 1:30 PM Pattaya, North Pattaya Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi Airport (Floor 1 Gate 8) | 2h00 | 1:00 PM Pattaya, Jomtien Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Bangkok, Eastern Bus Terminal (Ekkamai) | 2h30 | 1:30 PM Pattaya, North Pattaya Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:30 AM Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi Airport (Floor 1 Gate 8) | 2h00 | 1:30 PM Pattaya, North Pattaya Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 2h30 | 2:30 PM Pattaya, North Pattaya Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Bangkok, Eastern Bus Terminal (Ekkamai) | 2h30 | 2:30 PM Pattaya, North Pattaya Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi Airport (Floor 1 Gate 8) | 2h00 | 2:00 PM Pattaya, Jomtien Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 2h30 | 3:30 PM Pattaya, North Pattaya Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 PM Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi Airport (Floor 1 Gate 8) | 2h00 | 3:00 PM Pattaya, Jomtien Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 PM Bangkok, Eastern Bus Terminal (Ekkamai) | 2h30 | 3:30 PM Pattaya, North Pattaya Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:30 PM Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi Airport (Floor 1 Gate 8) | 2h00 | 3:30 PM Pattaya, North Pattaya Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Discover the best of Pattaya — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Pattaya trip today.
An immersive 3D illusion art museum where visitors interact with painted scenes. Fun, creative, and especially good for photos and families.
A teddy bear-themed museum with staged scenes from world cultures and fantasy settings. Lighthearted and suitable for families and casual visitors.
A bottle art museum displaying intricate miniature buildings and ships constructed inside glass bottles, showcasing remarkable patience and skill.
Pattaya’s best-known beach promenade, lined with sea views, palm trees, shopping, and easy access to boats, transport, and nightlife.
A long sandy beach south of central Pattaya, popular for swimming, sunsets, water sports, and a more relaxed atmosphere than the main beach.
A scenic lookout above Pattaya Bay, famous for panoramic city views, photo opportunities, and easy access to nearby temples and monuments.
Spicy green papaya salad pounded with lime, chili, fish sauce, and peanuts. A Thai staple widely loved in Pattaya for its bold, fresh flavor.
Hot and sour shrimp soup with lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime, and chili. A classic central Thai dish common at Pattaya seafood restaurants.
Stir-fried rice noodles with egg, tofu, bean sprouts, tamarind, and peanuts. One of Thailand’s best-known street dishes, found across Pattaya.
Refined dining restaurant at Royal Cliff with royal-inspired Thai cuisine, elegant service, and a formal atmosphere suited to special occasions.
Upscale rooftop restaurant at Hilton Pattaya, known for seafood, grilled meats, cocktails, and panoramic bay views in a polished setting.
Well-known seaside seafood restaurant at Na Jomtien, valued for very fresh catch, Thai dishes, and a relaxed oceanfront atmosphere.
Budget-friendly for beach travel. Rooms, street food, and local transport are cheaper than many major resort cities, though nightlife areas and beachfront hotels raise costs.
Tipping is appreciated but not required. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% if no service charge. Round up for taxis, and leave small change at cafes if service was good.
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Pros: The bus service between Bangkok and Pattaya offers exceptional value at approximately 120-150 THB per journey, significantly cheaper than taxis or private transfers. With a journey time of 2-3 hours depending on traffic conditions, buses depart frequently (every 30 minutes during peak hours) from Bangkok's Ekkamai and Mo Chit terminals. Most operators provide comfortable seating, air conditioning, and generous luggage allowances without extra fees. The service operates from early morning (around 5:00 AM) until late evening (last departures around 8:00 PM).
Cons: Buses are susceptible to Bangkok's notorious traffic congestion, potentially extending journey times significantly during rush hours. Unlike direct taxi services, buses typically terminate at Pattaya's main bus station, requiring additional local transportation to reach specific destinations. Service quality varies between operators, with some budget services offering limited legroom and basic amenities. During major holidays, buses can become overcrowded with advance booking recommended.
Pattaya offers visitors a diverse range of attractions along Thailand's eastern Gulf coast. The city's famous Walking Street buzzes with nightlife and entertainment options, while Pattaya Beach provides opportunities for water sports and relaxation. Cultural enthusiasts can visit the Sanctuary of Truth, an intricate wooden temple, or the Big Buddha Temple (Wat Phra Yai) on Pratumnak Hill. For families, Pattaya's numerous theme parks include Ramayana Water Park and Nong Nooch Tropical Garden. Visitors can experience local culture at the Floating Market or savor authentic Thai seafood at beachfront restaurants. Nearby islands such as Koh Larn offer pristine beaches and clear waters for snorkeling, providing a tranquil escape from the city's energetic atmosphere.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bangkok to Pattaya 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 Pattaya, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bangkok to Pattaya buses use the Bangkok, Bus Terminal (Eastern) to Pattaya, Bus Terminal station pair, with some services arriving at Pattaya, South Pattaya Wongsaithong Tour Bus Stop. Use this guide to compare Bangkok and Pattaya bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Bangkok, Bus Terminal (Eastern) is 9 km from Bangkok city centre. Public transport options include:
Bangkok, Bus Terminal (Eastern) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court and several small restaurants available inside terminal
Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal. ATMs are aTMs from major Thai banks available.
Ticket office support is available at Bangkok, Bus Terminal (Eastern).
Available at Bangkok, Bus Terminal (Eastern): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bangkok, Bus Terminal (Eastern): Wheelchair ramps and 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.
Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal is 8 km from Bangkok city centre. Public transport options include:
Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal 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 several ATMs from major Thai banks.
Ticket office support is available at Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal.
Available at Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal: Wheelchair ramps and elevators available.
Pattaya, Bus Terminal is 2 km from Pattaya city centre. Public transport options include:
Pattaya, Bus Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court and several small vendors inside terminal
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are aTM machines from major Thai banks.
Ticket office support is available at Pattaya, Bus Terminal.
Available at Pattaya, Bus Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pattaya, Bus Terminal: Wheelchair ramps and assistance available.
Pattaya, South Pattaya Wongsaithong Tour Bus Stop is 2 km from Pattaya city centre. Public transport options include:
Pattaya, South Pattaya Wongsaithong Tour Bus Stop has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Pattaya, South Pattaya Wongsaithong Tour Bus Stop. ATMs are available at Pattaya, South Pattaya Wongsaithong Tour Bus Stop.
Ticket office support is available at Pattaya, South Pattaya Wongsaithong Tour Bus Stop.
Available at Pattaya, South Pattaya Wongsaithong Tour Bus Stop: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pattaya, South Pattaya Wongsaithong Tour Bus Stop: The stop is accessible for those with mobility issues.
Pattaya Klang is 1 km from Pattaya city centre. Public transport options include:
Pattaya Klang has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Street food vendors and small restaurants nearby
Free Wi-Fi available in waiting area. ATMs are aTM machines from major Thai banks nearby.
Ticket office support is available at Pattaya Klang.
Available at Pattaya Klang: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pattaya Klang: Wheelchair accessible.
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