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Udon Thani
↳ Kanchanaburiby bus.

Bus services from Udon Thani to Kanchanaburi are listed on 12Go, where you can compare operators, departure times and prices for your date. The road distance is about 659 km. By car that is roughly 8 h without stops; buses usually take longer once pickups and rest breaks are included.

659 km by road~8 h by car
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THE SHORT VERSION

Udon Thani to Kanchanaburi at a glance.

From
Udon Thani อุดรธานี
To
Kanchanaburi กาญจนบุรี
Road distance
About 659 km
Straight line
513 km
Car time, no stops
~8 h buses take longer
Return route
Not listed as direct

THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Right place. Right bus. Better start.

1

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.
2

Arriving in Kanchanaburi

Songthaews, tuk-tuks and bicycles cover the town and the riverside guesthouses.

  • Kanchanaburi bus station
    In town. Buses and minivans to Bangkok and the region.
Kanchanaburi
Kanchanaburi. Photo: Photo taken by User:Mjanich in mid 2004 with a Sony DSC-707. See EXIF record for details., CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
3

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.

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Good to know in Kanchanaburi
  • Erawan Falls is a further bus ride; leave early to avoid the crowds.

KEEP GOING

From Kanchanaburi, the road continues.

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GOOD QUESTIONS

Before you take your seat.

How far is Udon Thani from Kanchanaburi by road?+

About 659 km by road (513 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.

How long does the bus from Udon Thani to Kanchanaburi 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 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 Kanchanaburi to Udon Thani?+

12Go's public route list doesn't include Kanchanaburi to Udon Thani as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.

Where does the bus from Udon Thani arrive in Kanchanaburi?+

It depends on the operator. In Kanchanaburi, services use Kanchanaburi bus station. Songthaews, tuk-tuks and bicycles cover the town and the riverside guesthouses.

How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Kanchanaburi?+

Songthaews, tuk-tuks and bicycles cover the town and the riverside guesthouses.

What kind of bus runs from Udon Thani to Kanchanaburi?+

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 Kanchanaburi 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 Kanchanaburi by bus?+

Direct buses from Kanchanaburi include Bangkok, Don Mueang Airport (DMK), Nakhon Ratchasima (Korat), Surat Thani, Chiang Mai and more. See all connections on our Kanchanaburi 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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