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The cheapest and fastest buses from Nam Som to Bangkok
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 19
Cheapest price on Sep 19
kr109
Average ticket price on Sep 19
kr109
Fastest journey on Sep 19
10 h
Average journey duration on Sep 19
10 h
Buses on Sep 19
1
Distance
482 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nam Som to Bangkok is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nam Som to Bangkok will cost around kr109 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only kr109.
Fast buses
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 1 buses from Nam Som to Bangkok, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct buses cover the 482 km distance in an average of 10 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest buses will take 10 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.
2:00 AM10h00Nam Som12:00 PMBangkokkr1091One-way0 transfers
- 2:00 AM10h00Nam Som12:00 PMBangkokkr1091One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Nam Som to Bangkok
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Nam Som to Bangkok among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr129 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr129, while a flight costs an average of kr480.
Distance: 299 miles (482 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
kr129 Average price Cheapest | kr480 Average price | kr498 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 4m Average total duration 8h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 11m 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 |
The cheapest way to travel from Nam Som to Bangkok is a bus with an average price of kr129.
This is compared to other travel options from Nam Som to Bangkok:
A bus is kr350 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nam Som to Bangkok costing on average kr480.
The fastest way to travel from Nam Som to Bangkok is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 20m.
Other travel options to Bangkok take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 34m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Nam Som and Bangkok including taking a bus and flight.
Take the bus. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.
You'll arrive about 37m sooner (8h 34m by bus vs 9h 11m by car) and save roughly kr369 compared to fuel and tolls (kr129 vs kr498). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Nam Som to Bangkok Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price kr106 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price kr108 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr136 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 8h55 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr181 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 8h05 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr136 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 8h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr136 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price kr118 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr136 |
Operator Chan Tour | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr130 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 04:18AM | Duration 8h03 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr136 |
Operator Budsarakham | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 04:45AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr117 |
Operator Budsarakham | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr136 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr136 |
Operator JK | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr136 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr181 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr136 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr181 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price kr136 |
Live departures
Nam Som to Bangkok bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nam Som to Bangkok buses for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:00 PM Nakhonchai Air Bus Station Udon Thani | 8h00 | 3:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 | 8:00 PM Udon Thani Bus Terminal | 9h40 | 5:40 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 | 8:15 PM Udon Thani Bus Terminal | 8h30 | 4:45 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:15 PM Nakhonchai Air Bus Station Udon Thani | 8h03 | 4:18 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:30 PM Udon Thani Bus Terminal | 9h00 | 5:30 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:35 PM Nakhonchai Air Bus Station Udon Thani | 8h00 | 4:35 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
 943-9 | 8:45 PM Udon Thani Bus Terminal | 8h45 | 5:30 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:00 PM Nakhonchai Air Bus Station Udon Thani | 8h10 | 5:10 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:30 PM Nakhonchai Air Bus Station Udon Thani | 8h00 | 5:30 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:45 PM Nakhonchai Air Bus Station Udon Thani | 8h10 | 5:55 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:30 PM Nakhonchai Air Bus Station Udon Thani | 8h00 | 6:30 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, September 19 | |||||
| 2:00 AM Nam Som | 10h00 | 12:00 PM Bangkok | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nam Som to Bangkok
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Buses from Nam Som to Bangkok run on average 20 times per day, taking around 8h 34m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at kr107 if you book in advance.
There are 20 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 299 miles (482 km) distance in 7h 50m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 299 miles (482 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price kr107 |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 20 |
Fastest bus 7h 50m |
First bus 7:30 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
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Jim Thompson House Museum
A beautifully restored house displaying Jim Thompson's art collection and silk legacy, with architecture and gardens beside a canal.
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Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA Bangkok)
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Rattanakosin Island
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Yaowarat Road
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Khao San Road
The old town's backpacker hub is famous for street life, nightlife, and easy access to heritage sites, though best visited for atmosphere.
Pad Thai
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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Tom Yum Goong
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Som Tam
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.
Somtum Der
Well-known casual restaurant for northeastern Thai food, especially som tam, grilled chicken, and sticky rice. Lively atmosphere and dependable local flavors.
Jay Fai
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Blue Elephant Bangkok
Refined Thai restaurant in a traditional house, known for elegant royal-inspired recipes and polished service. Calm setting suited to a special meal.
Thai baht (฿)
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.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- ฿60-150 for street food or simple local meals.
- Mid-range
- ฿250-600 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- ฿1,500+ per person at upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- ฿60-120 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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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Prices
- Single ticket
- ฿17–฿62
- Day pass
- ฿150
To the city center
Suvarnabhumi Airport Station -> Phaya Thai Station
- Distance
- 25 km
- Travel time
- 26 min
- BTS accepts contactless EMV cards at gates on supported fare products, but MRT and most buses still commonly use stored-value cards, tokens, or cash.
- Use Rabbit Card for BTS and buy MRT tokens or tap stored-value cards separately; there is no single ticket valid across all Bangkok operators.
FAQs: Bus from Nam Som to Bangkok
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nam Som 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.
Cheap bus tickets from Nam Som to Bangkok can start from as little as kr107 when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Nam Som to Bangkok is kr129 ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Nam Som to Bangkok is 7h 50m to travel the 299 miles (482 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Nam Som to Bangkok leaves at 7:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Nam Som to Bangkok leaves at 11:45 PM.
When departing from Nam Som , you have various bus station options to start your journey from including Nakhonchai Air Bus Station Udon Thani, Udon Thani Bus Terminal . When arriving in Bangkok , you can end your journey in bus stations like Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) .Passengers board the bus most frequently from Nakhonchai Air Bus Station Udon Thani, which is located around 3 miles (5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2), located 8 away from the city centre.
A trip to Bangkok from Nam Som is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 7h 50m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Nam Som to Bangkok is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Nam Som and Bangkok including taking a bus and flight.
No, the bus from Nam Som to Bangkok has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Nam Som to Bangkok.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Nam Som to Bangkok.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Nam Som to Bangkok.
No, luggage for the bus from Nam Som to Bangkok needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Nam Som to Bangkok.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Nam Som to Bangkok.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Nam Som to Bangkok.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Nam Som to Bangkok.
Since neither Nam Som nor Bangkok are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of Thailand and Thailand. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
Thailand uses the Thai Baht (THB) as its currency. Travelers often find it convenient to use cash for small purchases, markets, and transportation, while cards are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and larger stores. Carrying some cash is advisable, but using cards can offer better security and exchange rates in urban areas.
In Bangkok, travelers should be cautious of common scams such as tuk-tuk drivers offering overly cheap tours that lead to unwanted stops at shops, and gem scams where overpriced or fake jewelry is sold. Pickpocketing and bag snatching can occur in crowded areas and on public transport. It's advisable to use official taxis or ride-hailing apps, avoid accepting unsolicited offers for tours, and stay alert in busy markets and tourist spots.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Nam Som to Bangkok
Most Nam Som to Bangkok buses use the Nakhonchai Air Bus Station Udon Thani to Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal station pair. Use this guide to compare Nam Som and Bangkok bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Nam Som
Arrival bus stations in Bangkok
Which Bangkok station do buses from Nam Som arrive at?
Buses from Nam Som to Bangkok arrive at Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal. Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal is 4 miles (8 km) from Bangkok city centre.
Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus TerminalMo Chit Bus Terminal, 999 Kamphaeng Phet 2 Road, Chatuchak, Bangkok 10900, Thailand+66 64 806 0265
City-centre transport
Getting to Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal from Bangkok city centre
Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal is 8 km from Bangkok city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus509 Inbound · 37m · kr8 · every ~6 min
2-37 · 1h 1m · kr8 · every ~8 min
Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal bus station facilities and services
Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food court and various food stalls available inside terminal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal. ATMs are several ATMs from major Thai banks.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal: Wheelchair ramps and elevators available.
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