- Must visit
Bangkok National Museum
Thailand's leading museum presents royal regalia, Buddhist art, and archaeology, making it essential for understanding Thai history.
Cheapest price
€16
Average price
€19
Fastest journey
8 h
Average duration
8 h 36 m
Buses per day
20
Distance
436 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Loei to Bangkok is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Loei to Bangkok will cost around €19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
Of the 20 buses that leave Loei for Bangkok on Tue, Aug 11, 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 11 the direct buses cover the 436 km distance in an average of 8 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h .
On Tue, Aug 11 the slowest buses will take 9 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 Loei to Bangkok among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. 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 €15, and a flight costs an average of €29.
Distance: 270 miles (436 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€16 Average price Cheapest | €67 Average price | €59 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 32m Average total duration 10h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 56m 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 Loei to Bangkok:
A bus is €51 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Loei to Bangkok costing on average €67.
Other travel options to Bangkok take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 2m.
Tickets start at around €16 compared to roughly €59 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €43. The journey takes 10h 2m versus 7h 56m 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 Sun Bus, Phukradung, Air Muang Loei, Phu Kradueng Tour, Sunbus, Sun Bus.
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 Air Muang Loei | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Sun Bus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator Sunbus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 07:09PM | Duration 12h09 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €24 |
Operator Air Muang Loei | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Phukradung | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Phu Kradueng Tour | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 08:09PM | Duration 12h09 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator Sunbus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 07:48PM | Duration 10h48 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator Sun Bus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator Air Muang Loei | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Air Muang Loei | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Phukradung | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Air Muang Loei | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 10h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator Air Muang Loei | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 03:15AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Sun Bus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator Air Muang Loei | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Sunbus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:09AM | Duration 12h09 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator Phukradung | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Phu Kradueng Tour | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 07:19AM | Duration 12h09 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator Air Muang Loei | Departure Time 07:50PM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Air Muang Loei | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Air Muang Loei | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Sunbus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 07:48AM | Duration 10h48 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator Sun Bus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €22 |
The table below shows live departures for Loei to Bangkok buses for today, Monday, August 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:10 PM Loei Bus Terminal | 10h20 | 3:30 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:30 PM Loei Bus Terminal | 10h20 | 3:50 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Loei Bus Terminal | 9h15 | 3:15 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUNBUS | 7:00 PM Loei Bus Terminal | 12h09 | 7:09 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
29-7 | 7:00 PM Loei Bus Terminal | 9h00 | 4:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:10 PM Loei Bus Terminal | 9h00 | 4:10 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
PHU KRADUENG TOUR | 7:10 PM Loei Bus Terminal | 12h09 | 7:19 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:50 PM Loei Bus Terminal | 9h00 | 4:50 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 PM Loei Bus Terminal | 9h10 | 5:10 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 PM Loei Bus Terminal | 9h00 | 5:30 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUNBUS | 9:00 PM Loei Bus Terminal | 10h48 | 7:48 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
29-1 | 9:00 PM Loei Bus Terminal | 8h00 | 5:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, August 11 | |||||
![]() | 6:00 AM Loei Bus Terminal | 9h00 | 3:00 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 AM Loei Bus Terminal | 9h00 | 4:00 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUNBUS | 7:00 AM Loei Bus Terminal | 12h09 | 7:09 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 AM Loei Bus Terminal | 9h00 | 4:00 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Loei Bus Terminal | 9h00 | 5:00 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
SUNBUS | 9:00 AM Loei Bus Terminal | 10h48 | 7:48 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Loei Bus Terminal | 8h00 | 5:00 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:00 AM Loei Bus Terminal | 9h00 | 6:00 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 PM Loei Bus Terminal | 9h00 | 11:00 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Loei to Bangkok run on average 21 times per day, taking around 10h 2m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
There are 21 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:00, the last at 22:10. The fastest bus covers the 270 miles (436 km) distance in 8h 20m.
Distance 270 miles (436 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Buses per day 21 |
Direct buses 21 |
Fastest bus 8h 20m |
First bus 6:00 AM |
Last bus 10:10 PM |
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Thailand's leading museum presents royal regalia, Buddhist art, and archaeology, making it essential for understanding Thai history.
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Thailand's premier contemporary art museum showcases major national and international exhibitions in a large modern building.
Bangkok's historic royal island area concentrates major temples, museums, and old streets, making it ideal for first-time exploration.
Bangkok's Chinatown offers dense historic lanes, temples, markets, and vivid neon scenes that reveal the city's deep Chinese heritage.
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Pad Thai is a classic stir-fried rice noodle dish with tamarind, tofu, peanuts, and often shrimp. It became a national dish and is a staple of Bangkok street food.
Tom Yum Goong is a hot and sour shrimp soup with lemongrass, galangal, and lime. Its bold balance of flavors makes it one of Thailand’s most iconic dishes.
Som Tam is a spicy green papaya salad from Thai street food culture, often found across Bangkok. It is prized for its fresh crunch and sweet-sour-heat balance.
Well-known casual restaurant for northeastern Thai food, especially som tam, grilled chicken, and sticky rice. Lively atmosphere and dependable local flavors.
Upscale restaurant by chef Jay Fai, famous for crab omelette and wok-fried classics. Busy, open-kitchen setting with a legendary street-food reputation.
Refined Thai restaurant in a traditional house, known for elegant royal-inspired recipes and polished service. Calm setting suited to a special meal.
Budget-friendly for most travelers. Street food, local transit, and many hotels cost less than in major Asian capitals, though luxury malls, rooftop bars, and upscale stays raise daily spend.
Tipping is modest. Restaurants may add a 10% service charge; otherwise round up or leave ฿20-100. Round up taxi fares. Cafes do not require tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Loei to Bangkok 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 Bangkok, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Loei to Bangkok buses use the Loei Bus Terminal to Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal station pair, with some services arriving at Bangkok, Minibus Station (Chatuchak). Use this guide to compare Loei and Bangkok bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Loei Bus Terminal is 1 km from Loei city centre. Public transport options include:
Loei Bus Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Local food stalls and small restaurants inside the terminal
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are aTM machines from major Thai banks.
Ticket office support is available at Loei Bus Terminal.
Available at Loei Bus Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Loei Bus Terminal: Wheelchair accessible.
Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal is 8 km from Bangkok city centre. Public transport options include:
Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court and various food stalls available inside terminal
Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal. ATMs are several ATMs from major Thai banks.
Ticket office support is available at Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal.
Available at Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal: Wheelchair ramps and elevators available.
Bangkok, Minibus Station (Chatuchak) is 8 km from Bangkok city centre. Public transport options include:
Bangkok, Minibus Station (Chatuchak) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court and several local food vendors available inside terminal
Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal. ATMs are several ATMs from major Thai banks.
Ticket office support is available at Bangkok, Minibus Station (Chatuchak).
Available at Bangkok, Minibus Station (Chatuchak): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bangkok, Minibus Station (Chatuchak): Wheelchair ramps and elevators available.
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