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Jim Thompson House Museum
A well-known museum complex of traditional Thai houses filled with Southeast Asian art. It is one of Bangkok’s most famous cultural attractions.
Cheapest price
$13
Average price
$14
Fastest journey
6 h 45 m
Average duration
7 h 38 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
384 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tha Tum 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 Tum to Bangkok will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.
Of the 2 buses that leave Tha Tum for Bangkok on Wed, May 27, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 27 the direct buses cover the 384 km distance in an average of 7 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 45 m .
On Wed, May 27 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 flight as it is the most popular option from Tha Tum to Bangkok among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a flight costs an average of $57.
Distance: 238 miles (384 km)
| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$14 Average price Cheapest | $76 Average price | $61 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 39m Average total duration 8h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Tha Tum to Bangkok:
A bus is $62 (€50) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Tha Tum to Bangkok costing on average $76 (€61).
Other travel options to Bangkok take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 9m.
Tickets start at around $14 (€11) compared to roughly $61 (€49) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $47 (€38). The journey takes 8h 9m versus 6h 17m 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 Cherdchai 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 Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Cherdchai Tour | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Sawasdee Surin | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
The table below shows live departures for Tha Tum to Bangkok buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:00 AM Tha Tum | 8h30 | 12:30 PM Bangkok | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 PM Tha Tum | 6h45 | 8:45 PM Bangkok | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Tha Tum to Bangkok run on average 13 times per day, taking around 8h 9m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 13 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 20:15, the last at 22:05. The fastest bus covers the 238 miles (384 km) distance in 6h 45m.
Distance 238 miles (384 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 6h 45m |
First bus 8:15 PM |
Last bus 10:05 PM |
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A well-known museum complex of traditional Thai houses filled with Southeast Asian art. It is one of Bangkok’s most famous cultural attractions.
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Affordable for most tourists. Street food and local transport are cheap, while hotels and upscale dining vary widely by area.
Tipping is not mandatory. Round up small bills, leave 5-10% in restaurants if no service charge, and tip hotel staff or drivers modestly for good service.
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