The cheapest and fastest buses from Bangkok to Thung Yai
Cheapest price on Sep 19
CHF15
Average ticket price on Sep 19
CHF18
Fastest journey on Sep 19
7 h 45 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
7 h 48 m
Buses on Sep 19
13
Distance
504 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bangkok to Thung Yai is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bangkok to Thung Yai will cost around CHF18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF15.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 13 buses from Bangkok to Thung Yai, including 13 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 504 km distance in an average of 7 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 45 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 7 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.
6:45 PM8h00Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2)2:45 AMUdon Thani Bus TerminalCHF151One-way0 transfers
6:00 PM8h00Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2)2:00 AMUdon Thani Bus TerminalCHF151One-way0 transfers
7:30 PM10h00Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2)5:30 AMUdon Thani Bus TerminalCHF161One-way0 transfers
10:55 AM8h50Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2)7:45 PMNakhonchai Air Bus Station Udon ThaniCHF171One-way0 transfers
7:30 PM8h00Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2)3:30 AMUdon Thani Bus TerminalCHF171One-way0 transfers
11:05 PM7h45Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2)6:50 AMNakhonchai Air Bus Station Udon ThaniCHF231One-way0 transfers
8:20 PM7h45Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2)4:05 AMNakhonchai Air Bus Station Udon ThaniCHF171One-way0 transfers
8:50 PM7h50Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2)4:40 AMNakhonchai Air Bus Station Udon ThaniCHF171One-way0 transfers
10:55 PM7h50Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2)6:45 AMNakhonchai Air Bus Station Udon ThaniCHF171One-way0 transfers
10:35 PM7h50Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2)6:25 AMNakhonchai Air Bus Station Udon ThaniCHF171One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Bangkok to Thung Yai
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bangkok to Thung Yai among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of CHF16 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 1m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of CHF16, while a flight costs an average of CHF156.
Distance: 313 miles (504 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
CHF16 Average price Cheapest | CHF156 Average price |
8h 45m Average total duration 8h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 2h 1m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bangkok to Thung Yai:
A bus is CHF140 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bangkok to Thung Yai costing on average CHF156.
Other travel options to Thung Yai take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 15m.
Bangkok to Thung Yai Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price CHF13 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 06:06PM | Duration 8h11 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price CHF23 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price CHF17 |
Operator Budsarakham | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price CHF16 |
Operator Lotus Phiboon Tour | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price CHF14 |
Operator Budsarakham | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 07:45PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price CHF15 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 12:06AM | Duration 7h56 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price CHF17 |
Operator Budsarakham | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 02:00AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price CHF15 |
Operator Budsarakham | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price CHF15 |
Operator Budsarakham | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price CHF17 |
Operator Chan Tour | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price CHF16 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 04:05AM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price CHF17 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price CHF17 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 05:13AM | Duration 7h58 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price CHF23 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price CHF17 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price CHF17 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 7h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF23 |
Live departures
Bangkok to Thung Yai bus times
The table below shows live departures for Bangkok to Thung Yai buses for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:55 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 8h11 | 6:06 PM Nakhonchai Air Bus Station Udon Thani | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:55 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 8h50 | 7:45 PM Nakhonchai Air Bus Station Udon Thani | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:10 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 7h56 | 12:06 AM Nakhonchai Air Bus Station Udon Thani | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 8h00 | 2:00 AM Udon Thani Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:45 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 8h00 | 2:45 AM Udon Thani Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:30 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 8h00 | 3:30 AM Udon Thani Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:30 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 10h00 | 5:30 AM Udon Thani Bus Terminal | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:20 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 7h45 | 4:05 AM Nakhonchai Air Bus Station Udon Thani | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:50 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 7h50 | 4:40 AM Nakhonchai Air Bus Station Udon Thani | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:15 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 7h58 | 5:13 AM Nakhonchai Air Bus Station Udon Thani | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:35 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 7h50 | 6:25 AM Nakhonchai Air Bus Station Udon Thani | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:55 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 7h50 | 6:45 AM Nakhonchai Air Bus Station Udon Thani | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:05 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 7h45 | 6:50 AM Nakhonchai Air Bus Station Udon Thani | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bangkok to Thung Yai
Buses from Bangkok to Thung Yai run on average 16 times per day, taking around 8h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at CHF13 if you book in advance.
There are 16 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:30, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 313 miles (504 km) distance in 7h 45m.
Distance 313 miles (504 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF13 |
Buses per day 16 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 7h 45m |
First bus 7:30 AM |
Last bus 10:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
FAQs: Bus from Bangkok to Thung Yai
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bangkok to Thung Yai 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 Thung Yai, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Bangkok to Thung Yai
Most Bangkok to Thung Yai buses use the Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal to Nakhonchai Air Bus Station Udon Thani station pair. Use this guide to compare Bangkok and Thung Yai bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Bangkok station do buses to Thung Yai leave from?
Getting to Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal from Bangkok city centre
Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal is 8 km from Bangkok city centre. Public transport options include:
Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal bus station facilities and services
Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food court and various food stalls available inside terminal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal. ATMs are several ATMs from major Thai banks.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal: Wheelchair ramps and elevators available.
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