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Updated: 12/20/2018 Oleg Lazhechnikov

Quite often people travel from Bangkok to Pattaya and this is one of the most frequently asked questions - how to get to Pattaya. There are a lot of ways, ranging from budget buses to taxis, probably because the distance from Bangkok to Pattaya is short (about 150 km). I'll tell you about everything in order. Also, you might be interested or. No matter how I campaign for Chang, it seems to me that it is much better there beach holiday than in Pattaya.

From international Suvarnabhumi airport(to which you will arrive from Russia) you can get to Pattaya in three ways: by bus, taxi or by rented car.

Yes, another such moment - you can get to Pattaya both from Bangkok itself and from Suvarnabhumi Airport. The second option is more common and let's start with it.

Bus Bangkok-Pattaya

This bus company Belltravelservice makes 6 trips a day (08:00, 10:00, 12:00, 14:00, 16:00, 18:00). Tickets can be booked, cost 250 baht, travel time - 2 hours. This price includes delivery to the hotel - upon arrival in Pattaya, you will be transferred to the minibus. The ticket desk is located on the 1st floor (1 floor) between gates 7 and 8, it is impossible to pass by. That is, you need to go down after arrival just one floor down.

Rack bus company Airportpattayabus is located there. The final stop is Jomtien, the bus passes through all of Pattaya. Runs from 7 am to 10 pm, every hour. Ticket price 122 baht, travel time 2 hours. And if you buy a ticket to the hotel, then 250 baht.

More buses run from bus terminal airport, which is 10 minutes from the airport itself, there is a free shuttle.

Ordering a taxi online

Anyone who wants a minimum of body movements can pre-order a transfer to via the Internet. You will be met at the arrivals hall, your luggage will be collected, you will be put into a car and taken to the desired location. The method is good because there are no problems at all, but it costs AS MUCH as a regular taxi, about 1500 baht.

I have already traveled by transfer from this company and was completely satisfied with it. We were met with a sign, put in a car and taken to the hotel. Here .

Regular Taxi Bangkok-Pattaya

A taxi to Pattaya from the airport will cost from 1500 baht or more, depending on where you take it. Yes, there are cases when they managed to leave cheaper, but you need to have a certain skill and be able to bargain. If you order at the counters on the second floor of the airport (arrivals area), then the price will be about 2500-3000 baht. As an option, go up to the 4th floor (arrivals hall), go outside and catch a taxi driver who has just dropped off passengers. The price must be the lowest.

Do not forget that you need to clearly stipulate the price in advance. As an option, go by the meter, but this is more relevant for short trips, I have no idea how much the meter counts, I did not check. And make sure that the taxi driver understands you, Pattaya is not close, otherwise he will think that it is somewhere in Bangkok. In case of problems, mention the touristic police, take a picture of the driver and the taxi number.

Car rental

I understand that it’s only a 3-hour drive to Pattaya, but nevertheless I’ll tell you about this option. It can be useful for active travelers who are going to travel around the area or Pattaya with them - waypoint destination. IMHO, driving around Tai by car is a pleasure: good roads, gas stations with cafes everywhere and 7/11, you can go with a company. All the nuances, I have already detailed.

The car must be taken through a trusted one, this is a broker. The price will be lower than directly. He will issue on his website offers from all the major distributors in the country. I always take through them and get a discount almost 2 times from Hertz. Well, I also like Hertz, because if you take a car from them for a period of 5 days or more, you can return it elsewhere for free (other companies charge a commission for this). And just on this site it is convenient to compare what will come out cheaper, pay this commission, or not pay, since the price per day is different for all companies.

From Bangkok to Pattaya

If you get to Pattaya not from Suvarnabhumi Airport, but from Bangkok itself, then the easiest way to get there is by bus (or minivan) from two bus stations. By the way, if you are staying in the center of Bangkok, near Kao San Raod street, then most likely you will be able to go straight from the guesthouse to Pattaya or with some travel agency located on this street or in the vicinity, the cost of the trip in the area 200 baht. Also at the hotel you can order a taxi to Pattaya, the cost is from 3000 baht.

How to buy a ticket online

Payment by bank card or PayPal, electronic ticket, very convenient. I hope that they will continue to add various routes and expand the functionality.

Ekkamai bus station

Buses run to Pattaya from the Ekkamai East Bus Station (Ekkamai). It can be reached by ground metro to Ekkamai Station (BTS Skytrain). Here you have a post about the metro, bus stations and more at the same link. Ekkamai bus station is right next to the subway.

Buses run from 5 am to 10 pm every half hour. Cost about 100 baht, travel time 2 hours, air-conditioned buses. The bus arrives at North Pattaya Street. It makes sense to make sure it's express and not local bus, otherwise you will drive longer, 4 hours, and you will get off on the outskirts of Pattaya, on Sukhumvit Road.

Moh Chit Bus Station

You can also go to Pattaya with Northern bus station Moh Chit Bus Terminal (Mo Chit), which is located 1.5 km from Chatuchak Park (MRT metro) and Mo Chit (BTS Skytrain) stations. From these metro stations (they are nearby), you can either walk for 15-20 minutes (as on the map), or take bus 130 or tuk-tuk. This bus station is the closest to, so you can go here from this airport.

Buses run from 5 am to 7 pm every half hour, hour. Cost about 100 baht, travel time 2 hours, air-conditioned buses. The bus arrives at North Pattaya Street.

Bus station in the southeast of the city

Buses run from 5:30 am to 9:30 pm every half hour. The cost is 108 baht.

Good schedule and cost, but the location is not very convenient, you get tormented only if you live somewhere nearby, or you don’t mind taking a taxi.

Victory Monument

Since October 2016, minivans no longer go from here to other cities in Thailand. The military junta has been fighting traffic jams in the square caused by the activity of 4,000 minibuses, which have created what is essentially an illegal bus station in the middle of the city. Minivans have been distributed between Bangkok's three main bus terminals and there are now free shuttles from Victory Monument to these three bus terminals. If you are closer to the monument than to the train stations, come here. Shuttles run from 4:30 am to 8:30 pm every 20 minutes.

Train Bangkok - Pattaya

You can also get to Pattaya by train from the Hua Lamphong railway station (Hua Lamphong), which is located right next to the Hua Lamphong underground metro (MRT) station of the same name. However, the trains don't run as often as the buses and you will have to arrive at a fixed time, IMHO, an inconvenient option.

Departure time is 6.55 am and arrival time is 10.30 am. Train without air conditioning, 3rd class, runs on weekdays. Tickets cost about 80 baht. In Pattaya, the railway stop is located next to Siam country club north of Sukhumvit Road.

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During a holiday in Pattaya, many tourists sooner or later face the need to travel to Bangkok to visit the capital's attractions, shopping centers, to the airport, etc. Getting to Bangkok from Pattaya on your own It's not difficult, because the distance between these cities is only about 150 km, so a bus trip takes an average of about two hours, and a taxi trip will take you even less time. The article discusses the options and cost of a trip on the route Pattaya - Bangkok and are given practical advice Which of the modes of transportation is better to choose in a particular situation.

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To Bangkok from Pattaya by taxi - advantages and disadvantages

One of the most simple ways, allowing all independent travelers to get from Pattaya to Bangkok is a classic taxi in Pattaya. The disadvantage of this method is only one - more high price, especially if you are traveling alone and do not have the opportunity to find fellow travelers with whom you could share the cost of the road. Finding a taxi in Pattaya is not difficult, even if you do not know English at all, and, moreover, Thai. Or alternatively, in a trusted Russian company.

Firstly, you can order a taxi in most hotels and guesthouses of the resort. Even if you do not live in a luxury hotel, near which at least one taxi car is almost always “on duty” in the parking lot, just contact the reception and say two short words “Bangkok taxi” and this service will be offered to you. As a rule, the cost of a trip to the airport, to the elevated metro line or to one of the bus stations (most often) will be 1000-1200 baht. If they demand more from you, either bargain or look for a taxi elsewhere.

Such a place can either be a parking lot near one of the shopping centers in Pattaya, for example, Royal Garden Plaza, where a number of taxi cars are usually waiting for passengers, or numerous street points offering taxi services. In the first case, it is also necessary to stipulate in advance the fare and who will pay toll roads, and the second is more often used for a trip to the airport and has a fixed cost (just in case, you can bargain). For more information on how to get to Suvarnabhumi and Don Muang using taxis and other modes of transport, see the article. How to get from Pattaya to Bangkok airports.

Among the advantages of the method, one can note its speed (although not much faster than on a regular bus), a slightly higher level of comfort and the ability to leave Pattaya for Bangkok at any time of the day, because buses and minibuses are busy at night, and your flight may be early in the morning or in the middle of the night. Keep in mind that taxis in Thailand usually run on LPG, which takes up a lot of space in the trunk. Therefore, more than three passengers, especially with luggage, taxi drivers do not want to take.

From Pattaya to Bangkok by bus - cheap and convenient

One of the most affordable, fast and practical ways to get to Bangkok from Pattaya on your own are Shuttle Buses, which from early morning until evening run between the capital and the bus stations of the resort. In the article, I have already given a description of these objects and ways to quickly and inexpensively get to them from various areas of the resort. Therefore, below, in order not to repeat ourselves, advice will be given which of the bus stations is better to use in a particular situation and the cost of travel from Pattaya to various points in Bangkok.

If you are going to get to one of the bus stations in Bangkok from Pattaya by bus, your absolute choice is the North Bus Station in Pattaya, from where buses depart immediately to all metropolitan bus stations. You just have to study any and understand which area interests you the most, i.e. from which of the train stations in the capital will it be faster and more convenient for you to get to booked hotel, shopping malls or other facility. If there is not much difference and you still need to use local transport– the easiest way to get to the bus station Ekkamai (Eastern bus terminal), because next to it is the station of the same name. Some distance by taxi or motorcycle taxi will have to be done to get to the elevated or underground metro station from the Bangkok North Bus Terminal (Mochit Bus Terminal).

Also, this path can be done on foot, walking a little along the highway and going through a rather big Chatuchak park in Bangkok. The southern metropolitan bus station is located in the western part of the metropolis, away from all metro lines, but it is convenient to get to it from Pattaya in the event that you want to go to one of southern resorts Thailand - to the province of Krabi, to the island of Phuket or to coconut island Samui.

Arriving at the North Bus Station in Pattaya, you should purchase a ticket at one of the three ticket offices under a canopy (see photo above). Each ticket office sells tickets to a separate bus station in Bangkok, but sometimes one of the ticket offices does not work, then you can buy a ticket at the next one. As a rule, the fare is immediately written next to the window, as well as the departure time of the nearest bus, for which tickets are sold by default. Therefore, if you are ready to leave, just give money and indicate the number of tickets. If you want to buy a ticket for a later time or for another day, tell the cashier about it.

Waiting room on the North Pattaya bus station and buses to Bangkok

The bus fare to the East and is 124 baht, while the price of a bus ticket to the North bus terminal is 133 baht. The higher price in the latter case is explained not only by the greater distance from Pattaya, but also by the toll road (by the way, at present, part of this road closer to Pattaya is being reconstructed and expanded, so the speed of movement drops noticeably). Most of all I like to go to the Eastern Bus Station - the fastest, and the metro is nearby, which saves a lot of time on vacation.

Note: last flight to the Ekkamai bus station in Bangkok departs at 23-00, to the Mochit bus station - already at 21-00, and to South Bus Station Sai Tai and at all at 19-30 (in the latter case, I'm not sure, see the schedule next to the ticket office). By the way, at the same bus station, at the 4th ticket office called Mukdahan (the name of the bus company), you can buy a ticket for the yellow bus on Koh Samui (read more about this bus, its price and schedule in the article).

North Bus Station ticket office in Pattaya + 2 tickets to Bangkok and 4 baht change

Having a ticket in hand, you can wait for your bus in the waiting room, which is located a little further and to the right under the same roof. There you can also buy drinks and light snacks for the trip, as well as a bite to eat on the spot (there are several tables with chairs). Given that the buses run very often, the wait will not be long. Boarding is carried out from the platforms, the gate for access to the buses opens as the latter arrive. The hall is expected to have a large electronic scoreboard, which provides information about the time of departure of buses, their final destination in Bangkok and board number(the latter is usually imprinted on the ticket).

The buses have a luggage compartment, but the distance between the rows of seats is large enough for free legroom and medium-sized backpacks. To avoid misunderstandings (and they happen almost every time, according to my observations), remember one rule: in Thai buses, seat numbers are indicated on the backs. Many foreigners do not know this and take other people's places, after which confusion begins. For example, in the photo below, you might think that the girl and I take places No. 5 and No. 6. In reality, we drive in seats #9 and #10, which are written on the back of our seats.

The most budget option - minibuses Pattaya - Bangkok

The most budgetary way to get from Pattaya to Bangkok on your own (with the exception of walking and hitchhiking) are minibuses at a price of 98 baht. This type of transport is actively used locals, therefore, such shuttle minibuses run very often - every 20-30 minutes. At the same time, these white Toyota minibuses with yellow license plates start running at 06-00 in the morning and end around 20-00 in the evening. Landing on the desired minibus is carried out at the beginning Walking Street in Pattaya, on the section of South Street between Volkin Street and Second Road (Second Street), as well as on Second Street itself in the area of \u200b\u200bthe Tharuthong Gold Shop jewelry store. On the schematic map below, the points are marked in red, blue and green, respectively.

Unfortunately, I cannot say which of these points is the final one, since I used this minibus only in reverse direction and climbed out on Second Road. Logically, this is Volkin Street, but because the latter is blocked for traffic at 18-00, it is better to look for a minibus in Bangkok in the evening at other points. A minibus arrives at a small bus station in Bangkok near the Victory Monument metro station. I have already described the location of this bus station in detail in the article. It also describes the main disadvantages of this transport, because of which I now prefer to use ordinary buses, although they cost a little more.

Hi travelers!

Today's post will be about How fast, convenient and cheap get from Pattaya to Bangkok. The article will be especially useful for independent travelers, because when traveling to Thailand on a package tour, you will be taken from the hotel directly to the airport. If you prefer travel alone(about the pros and cons independent travel), then you will have to get yourself. And I hasten to please: get to bangkok from pattaya it will not be difficult on any day and at any time of the day, and this can be done in several ways, both more budgetary and not very.

Let's take a look at the 4 main options. how to get from Pattaya to Bangkok:

1. Bus.

This will be the most budget option and at the same time very convenient. Bus station in Pattaya located on North Pattaya Street, almost at the intersection with Sukhumvit Road. Ticket offices of the bus station are subscribed to English language so it won't be hard to figure it out.

Depending on which bus station in Bangkok you want to get to, get up at that ticket office. If your end point is Suvernabhumi Airport, then it is better to go to Ekamai East Bus Station. It is closest to the airport and the center of Pattaya. The ticket will cost 124 baht per person. This direction is very popular and buses leave very often (in the daytime, in general, every 20 minutes). Travel time is about 2 hours.

The purchased ticket will have exact time departure and bus number.

Waiting room at the bus station:

The electronic scoreboard has all the information on the departure time and bus numbers:

The buses are quite comfortable and not hot - air conditioning works. It can even freeze you, so bring some warm clothes with you to the bus.

With this method of getting to Bangkok, you will need to take into account the fact that you still need to somehow get to the bus station and you will also arrive in Bangkok at one of the bus stations. Therefore, if you, for example, are late for a plane, then it is better to choose another option.

2. Taxi.

The simplest and at the same time of course the most expensive option. But they will deliver you as they say from door to door. The price will be from 1000 baht, but this is the lowest limit if you bargain well. Initially, you will be called a price of 2500 baht or even higher. Bargain, you're in Asia!

3. Transfer by minibus.

In any tour agency in Pattaya you can order transfer to Bangkok. You will be picked up from anywhere in Pattaya and taken to Bangkok to the Victory Monument or Suvernabhumi Airport. The cost is approximately 200-250 baht per person.

Here are the minibuses that drive in Thailand:

4. Shuttle minivan.

IN Lately this method is becoming very popular. Minibuses depart from the main transport places in Pattaya. The most famous is next to Walking Street, at the intersection with South Street. There are also stops at the pier, along South Street across the street from the Friendship supermarket, near the intersection of Second and Central and Central and Sakhumvit streets. Only 5 stops. You can find out such points of departure at the ticket sales counters, which are signed in English. The cost is 120 baht. But if you have a lot of luggage, you will have to pay extra bed. You can leave from 6:00 to 20:00. There is no exact departure time, they leave as they fill with passengers. end point in Bangkok - the Victory Monument.

Many tourists vacationing on immaculate Thai beaches are planning to make a trip Pattaya - Bangkok, so they will find out how to get here and how long to go? The point is that this a tourist route extremely popular, so no problem with transport links No. The distance from Bangkok to Pattaya is 150 km, public transport it runs from morning until evening, and the cost of a taxi is acceptable.

Bus ride

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The bus from Bangkok Airport to Pattaya is the most popular and sought-after mode of transport. Most tourists fly here, and then transfer to a minibus. Public transport is represented by dozens of different firms and companies - there are minibuses, commercial vehicles, and special tourist buses superior comfort.
How much time will it take? From Pattaya to Bangkok on any bus can be reached in 2-3 hours. The same goes for the trip back. You can book a ticket in advance on the website.

There are two types of routes, you can choose at your discretion:

Bus Bangkok - Pattaya runs from two stations of the city - northern and eastern. The minibus leaves every half hour, the price tag for a ticket is 125 baht. Tourists prefer eastern bus station, as buses run more often here, and there is a metro station nearby.
The route from Bangkok airport to Pattaya is best option if you don't want to visit Thai capital. The fleet is represented by buses of different companies, and you can buy tickets right at the exit. Final route following - Jomtien station.

By the way, depending on the carrier company, the bus schedule, as well as the ticket price, also differ:

Airport Pattaya Bus - minibuses leave every hour from 7 am to 8 pm. You need to wait for them at the eighth exit, the trip takes 2 hours and costs 120 baht.
Bell Travel Service - this cab operates from 8 am to 6 pm, 6 flights are made a day, however, tourists are not taken to the station, but directly to the hotel, which is very convenient if you have heavy luggage. The ticket will cost 250 baht per person.

If, immediately after arrival, you plan to taste Thai life, it is recommended to take a ride on the Pattaya Van minibus. A ticket from the metro station will cost 92 baht, however, the level of comfort for such transport is lower.

Route

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Rail connection

In fact, the train to Pattaya from Bangkok is not the most convenient way movement, although for the price it will surely please the most budget tourists. From Hua Lamphong Station, the train leaves only once a day - at 06:55 minutes. How long will the trip take? You won’t be able to find out in advance, on average you will drive about 3.5 hours, although delays on the line are not uncommon.

There are two stops in Pattaya, but both are too far from the center, you will have to order a taxi or use public transport. But the cost is the lowest:

You will spend 30 baht for a train ticket - they are sold only for the third class of a reduced level of comfort;
30 baht will cost fixed-route taxi- public transport, waiting for passengers right at the exit from the railway station.

When choosing how to get from Bangkok to Pattaya, it is worth giving up the train if you are traveling with a small child or impressive luggage - the trip will not leave the most pleasant impressions.

Taxi ordering

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Taxi from Bangkok airport to Pattaya is the most convenient but expensive way to travel. It is better to order a car at the official counter - right in the airport building, or through the website, so the price will be fixed, you will not be deceived. The cost of the trip is about 1.5 thousand baht and depends on the class of the car, the level of comfort, the number of kilometers that you have to overcome to your hotel.

Add another 60 baht to the price, as you will have to travel two paid sites along the route. A taxi to Bangkok from Pattaya costs the same amount, however, drivers do not always ask to pay for the cost of the road - sometimes these costs are already included in the price of the trip.

By the way, you can not order a taxi from Bangkok Airport to Pattaya from an official representative, but negotiate with the drivers at the parking lot yourself. There are a lot of cars at the exit, and taxi drivers offer a trip at a more attractive price. If you know how to bargain, you can get a good discount, however, you will need knowledge of the language.

Transfer

If you are buying ready tour to the beaches of the resort, most likely, a transfer from Bangkok airport directly to Pattaya will already be included in the price and provided by the hotel. This information should be clarified in advance so as not to overpay during the trip. Many hotels offer their own shuttle service for guests free of charge or for a small fee.

This type of trip is convenient because the car is served right at the time of arrival, that is, you do not have to wait at the airport, although, of course, there are overlaps.

The cost of transfer to Bangkok airport depends on the type of car:

Machine type "micro" - a budget option for two or three people. The trip will cost $50.
Economy - cars are equipped with air conditioning, luggage compartment, suitable for a company of 4 tourists. Such a transfer will cost from Bangkok to Pattaya also 50-60 dollars.
Comfort class - suitable for family travel And long trip- The price tag starts at $60.
Premium class is the choice of discerning travelers and those who arrived in the country on business, the cost is from $400.
Minivans are recommended for tourists who come to the resort with a lot of luggage. The price is 70-90 dollars.
Minibuses - vary in capacity, comfort level, suitable for a group of friends or big family. It is this transfer that tour operators usually use. The trip will cost from 100 to 600 dollars.

If you don’t know how to get from Bangkok airport to Pattaya, it’s better to take care of it in advance: book a transfer at the hotel or online on the website, so you will be sure that upon arrival you won’t have to look for a car for a long time, overcoming language barriers.

Car rent

Some tourists who plan to travel from Bangkok to Pattaya and back on their own decide to rent a car. On the one hand, it is very convenient - you can move around the country without any restrictions. On the other hand, the most common type of transport is motorbikes. It is the bike that is worth it if you want to see a lot of sights, visit different beaches and have fun.

Consider a few features of renting a car:

It is not difficult to rent a car in Bangkok - representative offices of companies are located at the information desks of the airport.
The rental price depends on many factors, for example, the class of the car, restrictions on the number of kilometers, on average, the cost is $ 100 per day.
Distance between the capital and famous resort- 149 km, while you will have to overcome 2 toll sections of the road, paying 30 baht for each of them.
Along the way, you will find many turns, roundabouts and forks, so only experienced drivers should choose this type of movement.

To rent a car, you will need an international driver's license And international passport. Most companies put forward requirements for the driver - his age must exceed 21 years, and driving experience - 2 years.

Video: excursion from Pattaya to Bangkok.

Excursion to the capital of Thailand

For those tourists who bask on the famous Thai beaches, an excursion to Bangkok from Pattaya is open so that they can enjoy the beauties and sights of the capital. It is recommended to buy tickets not at the hotel, where their price is higher, but directly from the organizing company. There are over a hundred different excursions that you can visit. The most popular among them are:

Sightseeing - include transfer from the hotel to the capital and back, Russian guide, visits to temples and viewing platforms, boat trip, sightseeing Royal Complex, and Buffet. They cost 2000 baht.
to specific attractions. You can go to Disneyland, Siam Park, Safari Park, children's entertainment and attractions centers, Dream World. Such trips do not take a whole day, but 7-8 hours, which is especially convenient for families with kids. They cost 900-1200 baht.
Specialized - for example, in the evening Bangkok, including romantic trips on boats and yachts, visiting recreational activities delicious lunch and dinner. They are already more expensive - from 2300 baht, take the whole day.
VIP excursions are designed for the most demanding travelers. These include various programs e.g. visiting temples, aquariums, shows Siam Niramit, others interesting places. The peculiarity is that the price includes not only a luxurious dinner, but also entrance tickets to various events. The price tag of such excursions is about 3 thousand baht.

Of course, choosing a worthy excursion is not difficult at all. Depending on your wishes, a trip will be found that will leave the most positive impressions. You will have to get to Bangkok by minibus or car provided by the agent.

Now you know how you can get from Pattaya to Bangkok and back. Of course, you should think in advance which transport is more convenient and preferable for you. Find out where the hotel is located so that when you reach a public transport stop, you do not have to drag your suitcases through the city. It is better to order a transfer, use a taxi or take a bus, as electric trains are not considered the most convenient option.

Pattaya- perhaps the most popular among the many. Cheerful daytime and night life, beaches, excursions, shopping, mysterious ladyboys. All this attracts those who love pleasure, entertainment and thrill to Pattaya. Getting here is the easiest and fastest way from Bangkok -. We measure the distance between cities and tell you how to overcome it easier.

If you draw a straight line between these cities, you get almost 102 kilometers . But if you go to land transport, then there is no way to get there in a straight line. After all, it goes not only on land, but also on the sea. Road map shows a distance of 141.5 kilometers . As many as 40 kilometers extra runs due to the fact that the roads go around the bay.

The easiest way would be to overcome the distance from Bangkok airport to Pattaya by plane. Yes, it will be a short flight only about half an hour . But the problem is that you will not find direct and cheap flights for sale. All of them are performed "Bangkok Airways", make transfers in Phuket and Koh Samui, and cost no less 9 600 rubles. Therefore, this option does not suit us.

However, you can try your luck with Thai low-cost airlines. They fly from Bangkok's second airport - Dong Muang. We did not find such flights in the free sale. Perhaps you will have better luck.

Buses

This is the most popular and budget option to cover the distance between Bangkok and Pattaya. Travel time about 2 hours , plus about half an hour to a specific hotel. You can get there either directly from the airport or from several points in the city.
from airport

There are several bus ticket offices to Pattaya and other cities in the building of Suvarnabhumi Airport. You can find out more precisely through the Internet, but most often their sites are in English. We found these companies:

Belltravelservice;
Airportpattayabus.

You can book tickets with the first one. If you miss your flight, you can easily take the next one. Her basses run from the bus terminal at the airport, but it will take another 10 minutes to get to free shuttle. Ticket price - 240 baht. You will be driven straight to the hotel. True, on the way you will have to transfer to a minibus.

The second campaign sells tickets on the 1st floor of the airport. Look for a rack between exits 7 and 8. Cars depart from the same place or from the bus terminal. Price - 122 baht. Would you like to drive directly to the hotel? Will have to pay 250 baht.

If you were in Dong Muang airport , then from there you will not get to Pattaya by bus. It is better to get from there to Survarnabhumi by shuttle or taxi. Shuttle bass is free only for those who have boarding pass for departure from this airport. If not, then you need to pay approx. 100 baht. There is also public transport - buses No. 554 and No. 555. They cost less.

From the city

There are several places in Bangkok where buses and minibuses depart from around the country. These are 2 stations (terminals):

North (Moh Chit Bus Terminal) ;
Eastern (Ekkamai);
point near metro station "Victory Monument"(Victory Monument).

If you are in the very center of Bangkok, you can look for travel agencies on Khao San Road. Also check with your hotel, guesthouse about the possibility to buy a ticket to Pattaya. Sometimes such a service is provided at the reception. But the cost of the trip can be 1.5-3 times higher.

Instead of a bus, you can be provided with a seat in a minibus. This is something like our minibuses. Due to their size, you will be very uncomfortable if you are tall or have a lot of luggage.

How long does it take to get from Bangkok to Pattaya? The journey will take approximately 2-3 hours . The capital of Thailand is famous for its traffic jams. Therefore, if you are traveling from the center, then this can also delay you indefinitely.

Buses to Pattaya run in different classes. You can choose the VIP level with reclining places, but their cost will be more expensive - about 400 baht.

Suburban train

You can get from Bangkok to Pattaya on commuter train . Very convenient, no traffic jams, but longer than by bus. In addition, the train will not take you to the hotel. To do this, in any case, you will have to change to a bus or minibus.

You can board the train at railway station Hua Lamphong . It is located next to the metro station of the same name. The train runs on weekdays, only once a day. From Bangkok it leaves at 6:55. How long is the train ride from Bangkok to Pattaya? A little longer than 3.5 hours. The cost of everything 40 baht, but in Pattaya the stops are far from the center. To get to right place, you will have to take a taxi or look for public transport options.

Taxi

Another good option, but, as you know, not cheap. Machine cost approx. 1200-2000 baht depending on the agreement. Since taxi scams with tourists are common in Thailand, it is better to rent a taxi at the official desks at the airport or order through the hotel reception.

You can drive directly to the hotel or from the airport, and in just 1.5-2 hours. If you collect a company of 4 people, then the overpayment compared to the bus will be very small.

Car rental

If you have rights, then this is perhaps the most comfortable option. Not the cheapest, but you can use it throughout your holiday. Rental price from 1000 rubles per day (the longer the term, the cheaper). Plus, you have to pay for gas.

For Russian drivers in Thailand there are difficulties - the right-hand traffic pattern. Calculate your strength.

Bangkok and Pattaya, which is better?

Comparing these two cities is incorrect. Bangkok is the capital. There are many entertainments, but there is no sea. In Pattaya, it is, but there is no such wealth and beauty as in Bangkok. It is best, having arrived in Bangkok, to stay there for a few days. And, having already examined it, head to Pattaya for a beach holiday. However, if time and means permit,

Pattaya, too, should not be limited. Go to the islands, the sea is cleaner there, less people. Or to the north of the country, there is nature, the jungle - real Thailand.

Happy travels!