The cheapest and fastest buses from Bangkok to Phen
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
7 h 45 m
Average duration
9 h
Buses per day
2
Distance
508 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bangkok to Phen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bangkok to Phen will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 2 buses that leave Bangkok for Phen on Mon, Dec 22, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 22 the direct buses cover the 508 km distance in an average of 9 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 45 m .
On Mon, Dec 22 the slowest buses will take 10 h 15 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.




Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Bangkok to Phen
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bangkok to Phen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a flight costs an average of €21.
Distance: 315 miles (508 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
€14 Average price Cheapest | €30 Average price |
9h 38m Average total duration 9h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration Fastest 1h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Bangkok to Phen Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Lotus Phiboon Tour | Departure Time 07:55AM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator JK | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 05:19PM | Duration 8h19 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 06:06PM | Duration 8h11 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Tara Tour & Travel | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 03:47AM | Duration 11h47 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 12:06AM | Duration 7h56 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator JK | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Lotus Phiboon Tour | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 02:15AM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Budsarakham | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Budsarakham | Departure Time 07:20PM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Chan Tour | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Sawasdee Esan | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 05:13AM | Duration 7h58 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 07:12AM | Duration 7h57 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Live departures
Bangkok to Phen bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bangkok to Phen buses for today, Sunday, December 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 8h19 | 10:19 AM Udon Thani, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:55 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 8h11 | 11:06 AM Udon Thani, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:30 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 9h40 | 1:10 PM Nong Khai, Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:30 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 8h20 | 11:50 AM Udon Thani, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:55 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 8h50 | 12:45 PM Udon Thani, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
TARA TOUR & TRAVEL | 9:00 AM Bangkok | 11h47 | 8:47 PM Nong Khai, Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:10 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 7h56 | 5:06 PM Udon Thani, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 10h00 | 9:00 PM Nong Khai, Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 8h30 | 7:30 PM Udon Thani Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:30 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 8h45 | 8:15 PM Nong Khai, Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:30 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 7h45 | 7:15 PM Udon Thani, Northern Bus Terminal (Transport 2) (อุดรธานี สถานีขนส่งสายเหนือ (ขนส่งสาย 2)) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:45 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 8h00 | 7:45 PM Udon Thani Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:20 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 8h00 | 8:20 PM Udon Thani Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:20 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 9h40 | 10:00 PM Nong Khai, Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:30 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 11h00 | 11:30 PM Nong Khai, Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:30 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 10h00 | 10:30 PM Udon Thani Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:45 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 9h00 | 9:45 PM Nong Khai, Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:20 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 7h45 | 9:05 PM Udon Thani, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:30 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 9h00 | 10:30 PM Udon Thani Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:30 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 10h00 | 11:30 PM Nong Khai, Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:50 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 7h50 | 9:40 PM Udon Thani, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:15 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 7h58 | 10:13 PM Udon Thani, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:35 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 7h50 | 11:25 PM Udon Thani, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:05 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 7h45 | 11:50 PM Udon Thani, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:15 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal | 7h57 | 12:12 AM Udon Thani, Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:15 AM Bangkok | 10h15 | 11:30 AM Phen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bangkok to Phen
Buses from Bangkok to Phen run on average 9 times per day, taking around 9h 8m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 (€13) if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:30, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 315 miles (508 km) distance in 7h 45m.
Distance 315 miles (508 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 (€13) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 7h 45m |
First bus 06:30 |
Last bus 22:30 |
FAQs: Bus from Bangkok to Phen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bangkok to Phen 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 Phen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2), which is located around 6.9 miles (11.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Phen, located 0 miles (0 m) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bangkok to Phen
- 04:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal
- Large parking area available for both short and long-term parking
- Food court and various food stalls available inside terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
- Wheelchair ramps and elevators available
- Public restrooms available with 5 THB fee
- BTS: Mo Chit Station
- MRT: Chatuchak Park Station
- Bus: 3, 26, 29, 34, 49, 52, 77
- 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi at gas station
- Available at PTT gas station
- Food court and convenience store at gas station
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair accessible
- Available at gas station
- BTS: Mo Chit Station
- MRT: Chatuchak Park Station
- Bus: 3, 26, 29, 34, 49, 52, 59, 104, 134, 136, 138, 145
- 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal
- Available at terminal parking lot, 20 baht per hour
- Food court and several local food vendors available inside terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
- Wheelchair ramps and elevators available
- Public restrooms available for 5 baht
- BTS: Mo Chit Station
- MRT: Chatuchak Park Station
- Bus: 3, 26, 77, 96, 104, 134, 136, 138, 145, 509, 522
- 06:00-20:00
- Free parking available for passengers
- Small food stalls and local vendors
- Available at terminal entrance
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Local routes within Phetchabun
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