THE SHORT VERSION
Pattaya to Loei at a glance.
- From
- Pattaya พัทยา
- To
- Loei เลย
- Road distance
- About 660 km
- Straight line
- 514 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~8 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Loei 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 Loei
Ask the seller where the service ends in Loei. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.
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.
KEEP GOING
From Loei, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Loei
More buses from Pattaya
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Pattaya from Loei by road?+
About 660 km by road (514 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Pattaya to Loei take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 8 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 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 Loei to Pattaya?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Loei to Pattaya guide.
Where does the bus from Pattaya arrive in Loei?+
It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.
What kind of bus runs from Pattaya to Loei?+
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 Loei 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 Loei by bus?+
Direct buses from Loei include Udon Thani, Phitsanulok, Chiang Mai, Bangkok, Bueng Kan and more. See all connections on our Loei bus page.
FOLLOW THE INFORMATION
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 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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