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Jim Thompson House Museum
A celebrated museum in a traditional Thai teak house complex, showcasing Asian art and the story of Jim Thompson. One of Bangkok’s most iconic cultural attractions.
Cheapest price
$25
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
13 h 30 m
Average duration
13 h 30 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
654 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Pak Nam to Bangkok is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Pak Nam to Bangkok will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $25.
Of the 2 buses that leave Pak Nam for Bangkok on Thu, Jul 09, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 09 the direct buses cover the 654 km distance in an average of 13 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 30 m .
On Thu, Jul 09 the slowest buses will take 13 h 30 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.




Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Pak Nam to Bangkok among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a flight costs an average of $41.
Distance: 406 miles (654 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$25 Average price Cheapest | $75 Average price | $3 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 54m Average total duration 13h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 40m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Pak Nam to Bangkok:
A bus is $50 (€41) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Pak Nam to Bangkok costing on average $75 (€62).
Other travel options to Bangkok take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 24m.
You'll arrive about -3h -44m sooner (13h 24m by bus vs 10h 40m by car) and save roughly $-22.10 (€-18.17) compared to fuel and tolls ($25 (€21) vs $3 (€3)). 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.
Direct coaches are operated by Lignite, Lignite Tour.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Lignite | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Lignite | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 11:10PM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Lignite | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
The table below shows live departures for Pak Nam to Bangkok buses for today, Wednesday, July 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:00 AM Pak Nam | 13h30 | 10:30 PM Bangkok | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:10 AM Pak Nam | 14h00 | 11:10 PM Bangkok | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 AM Pak Nam | 13h30 | 11:00 PM Bangkok | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Pak Nam to Bangkok run on average 7 times per day, taking around 13h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 16:00, the last at 20:50. The fastest bus covers the 406 miles (654 km) distance in 13h 30m.
Distance 406 miles (654 km) |
Average bus duration 13h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 13h 30m |
First bus 4:00 PM |
Last bus 8:50 PM |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pak Nam 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 Pak Nam to Bangkok buses use the Pak Nam, Krabi Bus Terminal to Bangkok, Bus Terminal (South) station pair, with some services arriving at Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal. Use this guide to compare Pak Nam and Bangkok bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
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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