- Must visit
The Jim Thompson House Museum
A famous museum house showcasing traditional Thai architecture, Southeast Asian art, and the life of Jim Thompson. One of Bangkok’s classic cultural attractions.
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
4 h 57 m
Average duration
4 h 57 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
212 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Dan Khun Thot to Bangkok is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Dan Khun Thot to Bangkok will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 1 buses that leave Dan Khun Thot for Bangkok on Fri, Jun 05, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 05 the direct buses cover the 212 km distance in an average of 4 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 57 m .
On Fri, Jun 05 the slowest buses will take 4 h 57 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.


Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Dan Khun Thot to Bangkok among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, and a bus costs an average of $8.
Distance: 131 miles (212 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$9 Average price Cheapest | $33 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 27m Average total duration Fastest 4h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $9 (€7) compared to roughly $33 (€26) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $24 (€19). The journey takes 4h 57m versus 3h 23m 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 Thian Chai Air.
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 Thian Chai Air | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 05:17AM | Duration 4h57 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Thian Chai Air | Departure Time 02:35AM | Arrival Time 07:32AM | Duration 4h57 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Thian Chai Air | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 01:02PM | Duration 4h57 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Thian Chai Air | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 02:32PM | Duration 4h57 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Thian Chai Air | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 04:02PM | Duration 4h57 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Thian Chai Air | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 05:47PM | Duration 4h57 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Thian Chai Air | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 08:17PM | Duration 4h57 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Thian Chai Air | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 11:17PM | Duration 4h57 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
The table below shows live departures for Dan Khun Thot to Bangkok buses for tomorrow, Friday, June 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:35 AM Dan Khun Thot | 4h57 | 7:32 AM Bangkok | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Dan Khun Thot to Bangkok run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 131 miles (212 km) distance in 3h 50m.
Distance 131 miles (212 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 3h 50m |
First bus 3:00 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
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