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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Bangkok to Phon Charoen
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$19
Fastest journey
8 h 45 m
Average duration
9 h 55 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
555 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bangkok to Phon Charoen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bangkok to Phon Charoen will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 3 buses that leave Bangkok for Phon Charoen on Wed, May 27, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 27 the direct buses cover the 555 km distance in an average of 9 h 55 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 45 m .
On Wed, May 27 the slowest buses will take 11 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.
11:30 AM8h45Bangkok8:15 PMPhon Charoen$181One-way0 transfers
1:30 PM10h00Bangkok11:30 PMPhon Charoen$181One-way0 transfers
2:00 PM11h00Bangkok1:00 AMPhon Charoen$211One-way0 transfers
- 11:30 AM8h45Bangkok8:15 PMPhon Charoen$181One-way0 transfers
- 1:30 PM10h00Bangkok11:30 PMPhon Charoen$181One-way0 transfers
- 2:00 PM11h00Bangkok1:00 AMPhon Charoen$211One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Bangkok to Phon Charoen
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bangkok to Phon Charoen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $18. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $18, and a flight costs an average of $30.
Distance: 344 miles (555 km)
Compare bus with
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$19 Average price Cheapest | $56 Average price | $11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 41m Average total duration 9h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 1h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bangkok to Phon Charoen:
A bus is $37 (€30) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bangkok to Phon Charoen costing on average $56 (€45).
Other travel options to Phon Charoen take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 11m.
You'll arrive about 10m sooner (9h 11m by bus vs 9h 21m by car). Tickets start at around $19 (€15) compared to roughly $11 (€9) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you're getting time back, skipping traffic and parking, and you can work or rest on board.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel splits across several people), want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
Bangkok to Phon Charoen Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Lotus Phiboon Tour | Departure Time 12:55AM | Arrival Time 09:40AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator JK | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Lotus Phiboon Tour | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Sawasdee Esan | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $21 |
Live departures
Bangkok to Phon Charoen bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bangkok to Phon Charoen buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:30 AM Bangkok | 8h45 | 8:15 PM Phon Charoen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:30 PM Bangkok | 10h00 | 11:30 PM Phon Charoen | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 2:00 PM Bangkok | 11h00 | 1:00 AM Phon Charoen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bangkok to Phon Charoen
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Buses from Bangkok to Phon Charoen run on average 9 times per day, taking around 9h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:30, the last at 20:00. The fastest bus covers the 344 miles (555 km) distance in 8h 45m.
Distance 344 miles (555 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 8h 45m |
First bus 6:30 AM |
Last bus 8:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
FAQs: Bus from Bangkok to Phon Charoen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bangkok to Phon Charoen 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 Phon Charoen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bangkok to Phon Charoen
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 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
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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
Parking- Informal parking area available
- Bus: Local routes
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