The cheapest and fastest buses from Tha Bo to Bangkok
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
8 h 25 m
Average duration
8 h 58 m
Buses per day
9
Distance
507 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tha Bo to Bangkok is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tha Bo to Bangkok will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $19.
Of the 9 buses that leave Tha Bo for Bangkok on Tue, Dec 23, 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 23 the direct buses cover the 507 km distance in an average of 8 h 58 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 25 m .
On Tue, Dec 23 the slowest buses will take 9 h 15 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.










Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Tha Bo to Bangkok
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Tha Bo to Bangkok among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a flight costs an average of €21.
Distance: 315 miles (507 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
€16 Average price Cheapest | €28 Average price |
11h 21m Average total duration 10h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tha Bo to Bangkok Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 08:15PM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Budsarakham | Departure Time 06:10PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Sawasdee Esan | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 9h15 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Chan Tour | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Lotus Phiboon Tour | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 04:40AM | Duration 9h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator JK | Departure Time 07:45PM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 9h45 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Nakhonchaiair | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 04:25AM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $22 |
Live departures
Tha Bo to Bangkok bus times
The table below shows live departures for Tha Bo to Bangkok buses for today, Monday, December 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:35 AM Tha Bo | 11h40 | 10:15 PM Bangkok | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:30 AM Tha Bo | 11h15 | 10:45 PM Bangkok | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:30 PM Tha Bo | 10h00 | 10:30 PM Bangkok | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Tha Bo to Bangkok
Buses from Tha Bo to Bangkok run on average 3 times per day, taking around 10h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $18 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:55, the last at 21:30. The fastest bus covers the 315 miles (507 km) distance in 10h 0m.
Distance 315 miles (507 km) |
Average bus duration 10h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $18 (€15) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 10h 0m |
First bus 07:55 |
Last bus 21:30 |
FAQs: Bus from Tha Bo to Bangkok
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tha Bo 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.

When departing from Tha Bo, you have various bus station options to start your trip from including Tha Bo and Tha Bo, Generous Imu Steak (ทาบอ, อมสเตกใจปำ). When arriving in Bangkok, you can end your trip in bus stations like Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) and Bangkok, Chatuchak Minivan Terminal (Mo Chit Van Terminal).
Passengers board the bus most frequently from Tha Bo, which is located around 3.3 miles (5.3 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2), located 6.9 miles (11.2 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Tha Bo to Bangkok
- 06:00-18:00
- Free parking area available for passengers
- Small local food stalls and vendors
- Available at the terminal entrance
- Basic wheelchair access
- Basic facilities available
- Bus: Local songthaews and intercity buses
- Imu Steak restaurant on premises
- Available on the main road
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- 04:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal
- Large parking area available for both short and long-term parking
- Food court and various food stalls available inside terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
- Wheelchair ramps and elevators available
- Public restrooms available with 5 THB fee
- BTS: Mo Chit Station
- MRT: Chatuchak Park Station
- Bus: 3, 26, 29, 34, 49, 52, 77
- 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal
- Available at terminal parking lot, 20 baht per hour
- Food court and several local food vendors available inside terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
- Wheelchair ramps and elevators available
- Public restrooms available for 5 baht
- BTS: Mo Chit Station
- MRT: Chatuchak Park Station
- Bus: 3, 26, 77, 96, 104, 134, 136, 138, 145, 509, 522
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