The cheapest and fastest buses from Bangkok to Prakhon Chai
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
6 h 30 m
Average duration
6 h 45 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
298 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bangkok to Prakhon Chai is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bangkok to Prakhon Chai will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 3 buses that leave Bangkok for Prakhon Chai on Fri, May 08, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 08 the direct buses cover the 298 km distance in an average of 6 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 30 m .
On Fri, May 08 the slowest buses will take 7 h 5 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.
2:00 AM6h30Bangkok8:30 AMPrakhon Chai$121One-way0 transfers
1:50 PM6h40Bangkok8:30 PMPrakhon Chai$131One-way0 transfers
4:19 AM7h05Bangkok11:24 AMPrakhon Chai$211One-way0 transfers
2:00 AM6h30Bangkok8:30 AMPrakhon Chai$121One-way0 transfers
1:50 PM6h40Bangkok8:30 PMPrakhon Chai$131One-way0 transfers
4:19 AM7h05Bangkok11:24 AMPrakhon Chai$211One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Bangkok to Prakhon Chai
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bangkok to Prakhon Chai among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a flight costs an average of $33.
Distance: 185 miles (298 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$13 Average price Cheapest | $61 Average price | $51 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 0m Average total duration 5h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bangkok to Prakhon Chai:
A bus is $48 (€38) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bangkok to Prakhon Chai costing on average $61 (€48).
Other travel options to Prakhon Chai take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 30m.
Tickets start at around $13 (€10) compared to roughly $51 (€41) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $39 (€31). The journey takes 5h 30m versus 5h 12m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Sawasdee Surin.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
Bangkok to Prakhon Chai Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 03:45PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sawasdee Surin | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 03:05AM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sawasdee Surin | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 5h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $17 |
Live departures
Bangkok to Prakhon Chai bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bangkok to Prakhon Chai buses for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:00 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 6h30 | 12:30 AM Nai Mueang, Nakhonchai Air Bus Station Surin | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 5h55 | 2:25 AM Nai Mueang, Nakhonchai Air Bus Station Surin | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 6h05 | 3:05 AM Nai Mueang, Nakhonchai Air Bus Station Surin | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:25 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 6h00 | 3:25 AM Nai Mueang, Nakhonchai Air Bus Station Surin | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:35 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 6h45 | 4:20 AM Nai Mueang, Nakhonchai Air Bus Station Surin | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:45 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 5h45 | 3:30 AM Nai Mueang, Surin Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:15 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 5h55 | 4:10 AM Nai Mueang, Nakhonchai Air Bus Station Surin | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:45 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 5h55 | 4:40 AM Nai Mueang, Nakhonchai Air Bus Station Surin | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:30 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 5h55 | 5:25 AM Nai Mueang, Nakhonchai Air Bus Station Surin | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 8 | |||||
![]() | 2:00 AM Bangkok | 6h30 | 8:30 AM Prakhon Chai | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:19 AM Bangkok | 7h05 | 11:24 AM Prakhon Chai | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bangkok to Prakhon Chai
Buses from Bangkok to Prakhon Chai run on average 10 times per day, taking around 5h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:30, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 185 miles (298 km) distance in 5h 35m.
Distance 185 miles (298 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€9) |
Buses per day 10 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 5h 35m |
First bus 6:30 AM |
Last bus 11:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Bus providers: Sawasdee Surin from Bangkok to Prakhon ChaiYou can travel by bus between Bangkok to Prakhon Chai with Sawasdee Surin for as low as $12 (€9). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Bangkok to Prakhon Chai
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bangkok to Prakhon Chai 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 Prakhon Chai, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bangkok to Prakhon Chai
- 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 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
- 05:00-20:00
- Free parking available for passengers
- Local food stalls and small restaurants near terminal
- Available at terminal entrance
- Basic wheelchair access
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Local buses and intercity buses
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