THE SHORT VERSION
Udon Thani to Chanthaburi at a glance.
- From
- Udon Thani อุดรธานี
- To
- Chanthaburi จันทบุรี
- Road distance
- About 646 km
- Straight line
- 540 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~8 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Not listed as direct
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Udon Thani
Udon Thani is a city in north-east Thailand, about an hour from the Lao border at Nong Khai. International buses run to Vientiane, and long-distance buses to Bangkok and across Isan.
- Udon Thani Bus Terminal 1
In the centre. Long-distance buses and the international bus to Vientiane. - Udon Thani Bus Terminal 2
On the edge of town. Regional services.
Arriving in Chanthaburi
Ask the seller where the service ends in Chanthaburi. 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 Chanthaburi, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Chanthaburi
More buses from Udon Thani
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Udon Thani from Chanthaburi by road?+
About 646 km by road (540 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Udon Thani to Chanthaburi take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 8 h 15 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 Udon Thani?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Udon Thani include Udon Thani Bus Terminal 1, Udon Thani Bus Terminal 2, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Chanthaburi to Udon Thani?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Chanthaburi to Udon Thani as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Udon Thani arrive in Chanthaburi?+
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 Udon Thani to Chanthaburi?+
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 Udon Thani to Chanthaburi 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 Chanthaburi by bus?+
Direct buses from Chanthaburi include Trat, Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), Bangkok, Don Mueang Airport (DMK), Nakhon Ratchasima (Korat) and more. See all connections on our Chanthaburi bus page.
FOLLOW THE INFORMATION
Clear sources. Better decisions.
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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