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Bangkok National Museum
Thailand's leading museum presents royal regalia, Buddhist art, and archaeology, making it essential for understanding Thai history.
Cheapest price on Oct 08
$9
Average ticket price on Oct 08
$9
Fastest journey on Oct 08
3 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Oct 08
3 h 50 m
Buses on Oct 08
19
Distance
219 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nakhon Ratchasima to Bangkok is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nakhon Ratchasima to Bangkok will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $9.
On Thu, Oct 08, we found 19 buses from Nakhon Ratchasima to Bangkok, including 19 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 08 the direct buses cover the 219 km distance in an average of 3 h 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
On Thu, Oct 08 the slowest buses will take 3 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.










Buses from Nakhon Ratchasima to Bangkok run on average 31 times per day, taking around 3h 57m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $8 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 31 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 136 miles (219 km) distance in 3h 29m.
Distance 136 miles (219 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€6) |
Buses per day 31 |
Direct buses 31 |
Fastest bus 3h 29m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Chan Tour | Departure Time 01:31AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 3h29 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 02:10PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 07:10PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Wattanasakorn Tour | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $10 |
The table below shows live departures for Nakhon Ratchasima to Bangkok buses for today, Wednesday, October 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:00 AM Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal | 4h00 | 1:00 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:10 AM Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal 1 | 3h50 | 1:00 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:00 AM Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal | 4h00 | 3:00 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:10 AM Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal 1 | 3h50 | 3:00 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 PM Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal | 4h00 | 5:00 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:10 PM Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal 1 | 3h50 | 5:00 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:00 PM Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal | 4h00 | 7:00 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:10 PM Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal 1 | 3h50 | 7:00 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal | 4h00 | 9:00 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:10 PM Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal 1 | 3h50 | 9:00 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 PM Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal | 4h00 | 11:00 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:10 PM Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal 1 | 3h50 | 11:00 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:30 PM Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal | 4h30 | 4:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, October 8 | |||||
![]() | 4:00 AM Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal | 4h00 | 8:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:10 AM Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal 1 | 3h50 | 8:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 AM Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal | 4h00 | 9:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:10 AM Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal 1 | 3h50 | 9:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 AM Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal | 4h00 | 11:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:10 AM Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal 1 | 3h50 | 11:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nakhon Ratchasima 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 Nakhon Ratchasima to Bangkok buses use the Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal to Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal station pair, with some services arriving at Bangkok, Minibus Station (Chatuchak). Use this guide to compare Nakhon Ratchasima and Bangkok bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal is 2 km from Nakhon Ratchasima city centre. Public transport options include:
Nakhon Ratchasima 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 several local food vendors inside terminal
Free Wi-Fi available in terminal. ATMs are aTMs from major Thai banks available.
Ticket office support is available at Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal.
Available at Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal: Wheelchair accessible.
Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal 1 is 1 km from Nakhon Ratchasima city centre. Public transport options include:
Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal 1 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 terminal
Free Wi-Fi available in terminal. ATMs are aTMs from major Thai banks available.
Ticket office support is available at Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal 1.
Available at Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal 1: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal 1: Wheelchair ramps and assistance available.
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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