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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 17
€14
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€15
Fastest journey on Sep 17
8 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
8 h 30 m
Buses on Sep 17
3
Distance
468 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ranong to Bangkok is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ranong to Bangkok will cost around €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 3 buses from Ranong to Bangkok, including 3 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct buses cover the 468 km distance in an average of 8 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 30 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest buses will take 8 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 Ranong to Bangkok among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €18 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 11m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, while a flight costs an average of €55.
Distance: 290 miles (468 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€18 Average price Cheapest | €55 Average price | €60 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 0m Average total duration 8h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ranong to Bangkok:
A bus is €37 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ranong to Bangkok costing on average €55.
Other travel options to Bangkok take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 30m.
Tickets start at around €18 compared to roughly €60 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €42. The journey takes 8h 30m versus 7h 49m 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 Chokeanan, Chokeanan, ChokeAnan Tour, Sombat 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 Chokeanan | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator Chokeanan | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Chokeanan | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €14 |
The table below shows live departures for Ranong to Bangkok buses for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 1:00 AM Ranong | 8h30 | 9:30 AM Bangkok | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Ranong | 8h30 | 8:30 PM Bangkok | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 PM Ranong | 8h30 | 9:30 PM Bangkok | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Ranong to Bangkok run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €14 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 08:00, the last at 20:00. The fastest bus covers the 290 miles (468 km) distance in 8h 30m.
Distance 290 miles (468 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price €14 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 30m |
First bus 8:00 AM |
Last bus 8:00 PM |
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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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Most Ranong to Bangkok buses use the Ranong, Bus Terminal to Bangkok, Bus Terminal (South) station pair. Use this guide to compare Ranong and Bangkok bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Ranong, Bus Terminal is 1 km from Ranong city centre. Public transport options include:
Ranong, Bus Terminal has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Small food stalls and local vendors available
ATMs are aTM available at terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Ranong, Bus Terminal.
Available at Ranong, Bus Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ranong, Bus Terminal: Ground level 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.
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