THE SHORT VERSION
Pattaya to Bangkok at a glance.
- From
- Pattaya พัทยา
- To
- Bangkok กรุงเทพมหานคร
- Road distance
- About 148 km
- Straight line
- 100 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~1 h 45 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Bangkok to Pattaya →
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Pattaya
Pattaya is a beach city on Thailand's east coast about two hours from Bangkok. Buses to Bangkok use the North Pattaya Road terminal; other routes leave from various company offices.
- 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.
Arriving in Bangkok
Bangkok traffic is heavy. Allow plenty of time between your bus and any flight or train.
- Mo Chit (Northern) Bus Terminal
Routes to the north and north-east, and many international buses. - Ekkamai (Eastern) Bus Terminal
Routes to the east coast, such as Pattaya and Trat. - Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai)
Routes to the south and west.
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.
- Check which terminal your ticket uses: they're far apart.
- Land crossings into Cambodia were suspended during the 2025 border dispute. Check the current status before booking.
KEEP GOING
From Bangkok, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Bangkok
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Pattaya from Bangkok by road?+
About 148 km by road (100 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Pattaya to Bangkok take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 1 h 45 min 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 Pattaya?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Pattaya include North Pattaya Road bus station, Company offices and minivan stops, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Bangkok to Pattaya?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Bangkok to Pattaya guide.
Where does the bus from Pattaya arrive in Bangkok?+
It depends on the operator. In Bangkok, services use Mo Chit (Northern) Bus Terminal, Ekkamai (Eastern) Bus Terminal, Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai). Bangkok traffic is heavy. Allow plenty of time between your bus and any flight or train.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Bangkok?+
Bangkok traffic is heavy. Allow plenty of time between your bus and any flight or train.
What kind of bus runs from Pattaya to Bangkok?+
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 Pattaya to Bangkok 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 Bangkok by bus?+
Direct buses from Bangkok include Phuket Town, Don Mueang Airport (DMK), Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), Ayutthaya, Kanchanaburi and more. See all connections on our Bangkok 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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