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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 Sep 18
$29
Average ticket price on Sep 18
$34
Fastest journey on Sep 18
10 h 35 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
11 h 25 m
Buses on Sep 18
22
Distance
594 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nakhon Si Thammarat 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 Si Thammarat to Bangkok will cost around $34 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 22 buses from Nakhon Si Thammarat to Bangkok, including 22 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct buses cover the 594 km distance in an average of 11 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 35 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest buses will take 12 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 flight as it is the most popular option from Nakhon Si Thammarat to Bangkok among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $15 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 17m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $15, while a flight costs an average of $73.
Distance: 369 miles (594 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$32 Average price | $73 Average price | $15 Average price Cheapest | $99 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
14h 5m Average total duration 13h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration Fastest 1h 17m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 14h 42m Average total duration 14h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 9m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nakhon Si Thammarat to Bangkok:
A train is $17 (€14) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Nakhon Si Thammarat to Bangkok costing on average $32 (€26).
A train is $58 (€48) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nakhon Si Thammarat to Bangkok costing on average $73 (€60).
Other travel options to Bangkok take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 35m.
Train takes on average 14h 12m.
Tickets start at around $32 (€26) compared to roughly $99 (€81) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $67 (€55). The journey takes 13h 35m versus 11h 9m 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 Sri Suthep, Nakorn Sri Romyen, Nakhon Sriracha Tour Company Limited, Srisuthep Tour, Nakhon Si Rom Yen Tour, Nakhon Si Racha Tour.
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 Nakhon Sriracha Tour Company Limited | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:51PM | Duration 14h51 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Nakhon Si Racha Tour | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Nakorn Sri Romyen | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Nakhon Si Rom Yen Tour | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:47PM | Duration 14h17 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Sri Suthep | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Nakhon Si Racha Tour | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Srisuthep Tour | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:12AM | Duration 16h12 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Nakhon Sriracha Tour Company Limited | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:51AM | Duration 14h51 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Nakhon Si Rom Yen Tour | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 10:36AM | Duration 17h06 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Nakorn Sri Romyen | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 06:10AM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Sri Suthep | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 06:40AM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Srisuthep Tour | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 11:13AM | Duration 17h33 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Nakhon Sriracha Tour Company Limited | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:51AM | Duration 14h51 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Nakorn Sri Romyen | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Nakhon Si Racha Tour | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Nakhon Si Rom Yen Tour | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:31AM | Duration 15h31 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
The table below shows live departures for Nakhon Si Thammarat to Bangkok buses for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
NAKHON SRIRACHA TOUR COMPANY LIMITED | 5:00 PM Nakhon Si Thammarat, Bus Terminal | 14h51 | 7:51 AM Bangkok, Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NAKHON SRIRACHA TOUR COMPANY LIMITED | 5:00 PM Nakhon Si Thammarat, Bus Terminal | 15h45 | 8:45 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Nakhon Si Thammarat, Bus Terminal | 11h40 | 4:40 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Nakhon Si Thammarat, Bus Terminal | 11h00 | 4:00 AM Bangkok, Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai) | 0 transfersDirect | |
SRISUTHEP TOUR | 5:00 PM Nakhon Si Thammarat, Bus Terminal | 17h33 | 10:33 AM Bangkok, Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai) | 0 transfersDirect | |
SRISUTHEP TOUR | 5:00 PM Nakhon Si Thammarat, Bus Terminal | 16h12 | 9:12 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
981-5 | 5:00 PM Nakhon Si Thammarat, Bus Terminal | 12h00 | 5:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
981-5 | 5:00 PM Nakhon Si Thammarat, Bus Terminal | 13h00 | 6:00 AM Bangkok, Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Nakhon Si Thammarat, Bus Terminal | 12h00 | 6:00 AM Bangkok, Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Nakhon Si Thammarat, Bus Terminal | 11h30 | 5:30 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NAKHON SI ROM YEN TOUR | 6:00 PM Nakhon Si Thammarat, Bus Terminal | 15h31 | 9:31 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NAKHON SI ROM YEN TOUR | 6:00 PM Nakhon Si Thammarat, Bus Terminal | 16h12 | 10:12 AM Bangkok, Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NAKHON SRIRACHA TOUR COMPANY LIMITED | 6:00 PM Nakhon Si Thammarat, Bus Terminal | 14h51 | 8:51 AM Bangkok, Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Nakhon Si Thammarat, Bus Terminal | 11h00 | 5:00 AM Bangkok, Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai) | 0 transfersDirect | |
NAKHON SRIRACHA TOUR COMPANY LIMITED | 6:00 PM Nakhon Si Thammarat, Bus Terminal | 16h52 | 10:52 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Nakhon Si Thammarat, Bus Terminal | 12h30 | 6:30 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
NAKHON SI ROM YEN TOUR | 8:30 AM Nakhon Si Thammarat, Bus Terminal | 14h17 | 10:47 PM Bangkok, Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 AM Nakhon Si Thammarat, Bus Terminal | 10h35 | 7:05 PM Bangkok, Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Nakhon Si Thammarat to Bangkok run on average 17 times per day, taking around 13h 35m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by train.
There are 17 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:30, the last at 20:00. The fastest bus covers the 369 miles (594 km) distance in 9h 30m.
Distance 369 miles (594 km) |
Average bus duration 13h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 17 |
Fastest bus 9h 30m |
First bus 7:30 AM |
Last bus 8:00 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.
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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 Nakhon Si Thammarat 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 Si Thammarat to Bangkok buses use the Nakhon Si Thammarat, Bus Terminal to Bangkok, Bus Terminal (South) station pair, with some services arriving at Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal. Use this guide to compare Nakhon Si Thammarat and Bangkok bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Nakhon Si Thammarat, Bus Terminal is 1 km from Nakhon Si Thammarat city centre. Public transport options include:
Nakhon Si Thammarat, 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 and around terminal
Free Wi-Fi available in terminal. ATMs are aTM machines from major Thai banks.
Ticket office support is available at Nakhon Si Thammarat, Bus Terminal.
Available at Nakhon Si Thammarat, Bus Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nakhon Si Thammarat, Bus Terminal: Basic wheelchair access.
Bangkok, Bus Terminal (South) is 8 km from Bangkok city centre. Public transport options include:
Bangkok, Bus Terminal (South) 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 multiple ATMs from various banks.
Ticket office support is available at Bangkok, Bus Terminal (South).
Available at Bangkok, Bus Terminal (South): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bangkok, Bus Terminal (South): Wheelchair ramps, elevators.
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.
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