- Must visit
Bangkok National Museum
Thailand’s main national museum, with major collections of Thai art, sculpture, royal regalia, and archaeological finds. A strong choice for understanding the country’s history and culture.
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$7
Fastest journey
3 h
Average duration
3 h
Buses per day
2
Distance
98 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nong Phai Kaeo to Bangkok is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nong Phai Kaeo to Bangkok will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 2 buses that leave Nong Phai Kaeo for Bangkok on Fri, Jun 19, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 98 km distance in an average of 3 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 3 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 Nong Phai Kaeo to Bangkok among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a bus costs an average of $7.
Distance: 60 miles (98 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$7 Average price Cheapest | $14 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 30m Average total duration Fastest 3h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Kohchangbkk Transport | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Kohchangbkk Transport | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Kohchangbkk Transport | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Kohchangbkk Transport | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
The table below shows live departures for Nong Phai Kaeo to Bangkok buses for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:30 AM Nong Phai Kaeo | 3h00 | 4:30 AM Bangkok | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 PM Nong Phai Kaeo | 3h00 | 4:00 PM Bangkok | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Nong Phai Kaeo to Bangkok run on average 33 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 33 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:00, the last at 19:30. The fastest bus covers the 60 miles (98 km) distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 60 miles (98 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Buses per day 33 |
Direct buses 33 |
Fastest bus 3h 0m |
First bus 5:00 AM |
Last bus 7:30 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Thailand’s main national museum, with major collections of Thai art, sculpture, royal regalia, and archaeological finds. A strong choice for understanding the country’s history and culture.
A well-known museum complex of traditional Thai houses filled with Southeast Asian art. It offers insight into silk entrepreneur Jim Thompson and Thai architecture.
An interactive museum focused on Thai identity, history, and society. Popular with younger visitors for its modern exhibits and accessible presentation.
One of Bangkok’s most vibrant historic districts, known for temples, gold shops, markets, neon-lit streets, and lively urban energy. Very popular for walking and photography.
The historic core of Bangkok, home to major royal and temple landmarks. Ideal for travelers wanting the city’s most important heritage area in one zone.
A famous backpacker street known for nightlife, street scenes, and constant activity. It is an iconic area even for travelers who only want a short walk-through.
Thailand’s iconic stir-fried rice noodles with tamarind, palm sugar, tofu, egg, bean sprouts, and usually shrimp. A classic Bangkok street-food staple.
Hot and sour soup with prawns, lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime leaves, and chili. Famous for its bright, aromatic balance of spicy and sour flavors.
Green papaya salad pounded with lime, chili, long beans, tomatoes, and peanuts. Bangkok versions are vibrant, spicy, and widely loved as a refreshing side or main dish.
Celebrated fine-dining restaurant specializing in refined Southern Thai cuisine. Elegant atmosphere and highly regarded tasting menus showcasing regional traditions.
World-famous street-food institution known for crab omelette and fiery wok cooking. Simple shophouse setting with exceptional ingredients and a cult following.
Historic local restaurant best known for its long-simmered beef noodle soup. Traditional, no-frills atmosphere and a strong old-Bangkok reputation.
Affordable for most travelers: street food and transit are cheap, while hotels and rooftop dining range from moderate to expensive.
Not mandatory. Round up taxis, leave THB 20-100 in casual restaurants if service is good, or about 10% in upscale places if no service charge is added.
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Suvarnabhumi Airport, Bangkok -> Phaya Thai Station, Bangkok
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