THE SHORT VERSION
Pattaya to Hat Yai at a glance.
- From
- Pattaya พัทยา
- To
- Hat Yai หาดใหญ่
- Road distance
- About 1064 km
- Straight line
- 661 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~12 h 45 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Hat Yai 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 Hat Yai
Buy tickets at the official counters, not through touts.
- Hat Yai Bus Station
Near CentralFestival. Buses across the south and to Bangkok. - Hat Yai Minivan Station
Minivans to towns across the south.
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 Penang and Kuala Lumpur cross the border at Sadao–Bukit Kayu Hitam. Check entry rules for Malaysia.
KEEP GOING
From Hat Yai, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Hat Yai
More buses from Pattaya
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Pattaya from Hat Yai by road?+
About 1064 km by road (661 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Pattaya to Hat Yai take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 12 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 Hat Yai to Pattaya?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Hat Yai to Pattaya guide.
Where does the bus from Pattaya arrive in Hat Yai?+
It depends on the operator. In Hat Yai, services use Hat Yai Bus Station, Hat Yai Minivan Station. Buy tickets at the official counters, not through touts.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Hat Yai?+
Buy tickets at the official counters, not through touts.
What kind of bus runs from Pattaya to Hat Yai?+
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 Hat Yai 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 Hat Yai by bus?+
Direct buses from Hat Yai include Penang (George Town), Krabi Town, Ao Nang, Donsak, Surat Thani and more. See all connections on our Hat Yai 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.
12Go: Pattaya to Hat Yai bus route listing ↗Wikivoyage: Pattaya (Get in) ↗Wikivoyage: Hat Yai (Get in) ↗How BusConnects uses sources →