THE SHORT VERSION
Don Mueang Airport (DMK) to Pattaya at a glance.
- From
- Don Mueang Airport (DMK) ท่าอากาศยานดอนเมือง
- To
- Pattaya พัทยา
- Road distance
- About 152 km
- Straight line
- 113 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~2 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Pattaya to Don Mueang Airport (DMK) →
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Don Mueang Airport (DMK)
Don Mueang Airport (DMK) is Bangkok's older airport, used mainly by low-cost airlines, about 25 km north of the centre. It's close to the Mo Chit northern bus terminal.
- Don Mueang International Airport · ท่าอากาศยานดอนเมือง
City buses and limousine services leave from outside arrivals; some long-distance vans collect here.
Arriving in Pattaya
Songthaews (baht buses) run from the bus station into town. Agree the fare first.
- North Pattaya Road bus station
Direct buses to Bangkok's Ekkamai, Mo Chit and Southern terminals. - Company offices and minivan stops
Other destinations, including Suvarnabhumi Airport and the east coast.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Buses to Bangkok fill up at peak times. Buy tickets at the station.
KEEP GOING
From Pattaya, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Pattaya
More buses from Don Mueang Airport (DMK)
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Don Mueang Airport (DMK) from Pattaya by road?+
About 152 km by road (113 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Don Mueang Airport (DMK) to Pattaya take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 2 h by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Don Mueang Airport (DMK)?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Don Mueang Airport (DMK) include Don Mueang International Airport, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Pattaya to Don Mueang Airport (DMK)?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Pattaya to Don Mueang Airport (DMK) guide.
Where does the bus from Don Mueang Airport (DMK) arrive in Pattaya?+
It depends on the operator. In Pattaya, services use North Pattaya Road bus station, Company offices and minivan stops. Songthaews (baht buses) run from the bus station into town. Agree the fare first.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Pattaya?+
Songthaews (baht buses) run from the bus station into town. Agree the fare first.
What kind of bus runs from Don Mueang Airport (DMK) to Pattaya?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Don Mueang Airport (DMK) to Pattaya bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Pattaya by bus?+
Direct buses from Pattaya include Ban Phe, Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), Phuket Town, Bangkok, Nakhon Ratchasima (Korat) and more. See all connections on our Pattaya bus page.
FOLLOW THE INFORMATION
Clear sources. Better decisions.
Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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