- Must visit
Jim Thompson House Museum
A well-known museum complex of traditional Thai houses filled with Southeast Asian art. It is one of Bangkok’s most famous cultural attractions.
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$10
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
5 h
Buses per day
2
Distance
282 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chaiyaphum to Bangkok is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chaiyaphum to Bangkok will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 2 buses that leave Chaiyaphum for Bangkok on Wed, May 27, 2 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 282 km distance in an average of 5 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .
On Wed, May 27 the slowest buses will take 5 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.




Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Chaiyaphum to Bangkok among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a flight costs an average of $25.
Distance: 175 miles (282 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$11 Average price Cheapest | $49 Average price | $48 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 7m Average total duration 5h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration Fastest 1h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 39m 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 Chaiyaphum to Bangkok:
A bus is $39 (€31) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Chaiyaphum to Bangkok costing on average $49 (€40).
Other travel options to Bangkok take longer:
Bus takes on average 5h 37m.
Tickets start at around $11 (€9) compared to roughly $48 (€39) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $38 (€30). The journey takes 5h 37m versus 4h 39m 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 Airbus TC, Thian Chai Air, Air Chaiyaphum, Air Muang Loei, Air Chaiyaphum, Thian Chai Air, Airchaiyaphum.
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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Airbus TC | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Airbus TC | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 06:15AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Thian Chai Air | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 07:54AM | Duration 6h24 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Airbus TC | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Airbus TC | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Airbus TC | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Airbus TC | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Thian Chai Air | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 01:24PM | Duration 6h24 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Thian Chai Air | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 01:19PM | Duration 6h04 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Thian Chai Air | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 03:09PM | Duration 7h39 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Airbus TC | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Thian Chai Air | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Airbus TC | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Airbus TC | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Airbus TC | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Thian Chai Air | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 02:54PM | Duration 6h24 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Thian Chai Air | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 02:49PM | Duration 6h04 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Airbus TC | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Thian Chai Air | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 04:24PM | Duration 6h24 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Airbus TC | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Airbus TC | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Thian Chai Air | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 04:19PM | Duration 6h04 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Airbus TC | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Airbus TC | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Thian Chai Air | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 06:09PM | Duration 6h24 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Thian Chai Air | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 06:04PM | Duration 6h04 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Airbus TC | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Thian Chai Air | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Airbus TC | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Phu Kradueng Tour | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Airbus TC | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Airbus TC | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Thian Chai Air | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 08:39PM | Duration 6h24 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Thian Chai Air | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 08:34PM | Duration 6h04 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Air Chaiyaphum | Departure Time 04:59PM | Arrival Time 10:34PM | Duration 5h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Airbus TC | Departure Time 04:59PM | Arrival Time 09:44PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Airbus TC | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Thian Chai Air | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 11:39PM | Duration 6h24 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Airbus TC | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Thian Chai Air | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 11:34PM | Duration 6h04 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Phu Kradueng Tour | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Phukradung | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Airbus TC | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Airbus TC | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Thian Chai Air | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 05:39AM | Duration 6h24 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Thian Chai Air | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 05:34AM | Duration 6h04 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $12 |
The table below shows live departures for Chaiyaphum to Bangkok 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 |
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![]() | 1:15 AM Chaiyaphum | 5h00 | 6:15 AM Bangkok | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:30 AM Chaiyaphum | 5h00 | 9:30 AM Bangkok | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Chaiyaphum to Bangkok run on average 40 times per day, taking around 5h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 40 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 175 miles (282 km) distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 175 miles (282 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 40 |
Direct buses 40 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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A well-known museum complex of traditional Thai houses filled with Southeast Asian art. It is one of Bangkok’s most famous cultural attractions.
Thailand’s main national museum, with major collections of Thai art, sculpture, royal regalia, and archaeology. A strong first stop for understanding the country’s history and culture.
A modern interactive museum focused on Thai identity, history, and everyday culture. Popular for engaging exhibitions and accessible storytelling.
Bangkok’s Chinatown main street, famous for neon signs, heritage shophouses, temples, and intense street atmosphere. It is one of the city’s most photographed areas.
The historic core of Bangkok, home to major temples, royal landmarks, and traditional streetscapes. Ideal for concentrated sightseeing on foot.
A globally known backpacker street with constant activity, nightlife, and easy access to Old Town sights. It remains one of Bangkok’s best-known urban scenes.
Thailand’s famous stir-fried rice noodles with tamarind, palm sugar, egg, tofu, and often shrimp. A classic Bangkok street-food staple balancing sweet, sour, and savory flavors.
Hot and sour soup with river prawns, lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, chili, and lime. It is one of Bangkok’s most iconic and aromatic dishes.
Spicy green papaya salad pounded with lime, chili, long beans, peanuts, and usually fish sauce. A beloved dish in Bangkok, often eaten with grilled meats or sticky rice.
Established Thai restaurant offering refined central Thai cuisine in an elegant traditional setting. Popular for curries, stir-fries, and a comfortable upscale atmosphere.
Acclaimed fine-dining restaurant serving sophisticated Thai cuisine inspired by historic recipes. Elegant atmosphere, polished service, and a strong reputation for destination dining.
World-famous shophouse restaurant known for crab omelette, drunken noodles, and expertly cooked wok dishes. Expect queues, premium prices, and a memorable old-Bangkok atmosphere.
Affordable for most tourists. Street food and local transport are cheap, while hotels and upscale dining vary widely by area.
Tipping is not mandatory. Round up small bills, leave 5-10% in restaurants if no service charge, and tip hotel staff or drivers modestly for good service.
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