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124.5 km • ~87 mins

How to Get from Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Pattaya

Pattaya is about 125 km southeast of Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport. Door-to-door rides take around 90 minutes, while the direct coach takes about 2 hours plus a local transfer.

✓ Verified Oct 30, 2026 • 124.5 km road distance

Private Transfer

Recommended
90 mins •Pre-booked / 24/7
€42 - €55 (Per Vehicle)
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. Pre-book online and add your flight number.
  2. Meet the driver at arrivals Level 2 with a name sign.
  3. Confirm the fixed price or PIN before boarding.
  4. Ride directly to your Pattaya hotel or villa.
  5. No taxi-queue waiting after a long flight.
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Official Metered Taxi

Always Available
100 mins •24/7
€32 - €40 (Per Vehicle + tolls)
Luggage: 2 Pieces Free
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. From arrivals Level 2, follow signs to Level 1 Gates 4-7.
  2. Take a queue ticket from the official taxi kiosk.
  3. Tell the driver Pattaya and agree the price; ask for the meter.
  4. Passenger pays the 50 THB airport surcharge and expressway tolls.
  5. Driver drops you at your hotel or Pattaya address.

Direct Coach to Pattaya

Cheapest
120 mins •See timetable
Check at counter / 12go
Luggage: Luggage hold available
How to take it step-by-step:
  1. From arrivals Level 2, go to Level 1 Gate 8.
  2. Find the Pattaya coach counter and buy a ticket (check times and fare at the counter or 12go).
  3. Board the coach and store luggage in the hold.
  4. Ride approximately 2 hours to Pattaya.
  5. At the Pattaya drop-off, use a local songthaew or taxi to your hotel.

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⚠️ Important Local Taxi & Arrival Tips

  • Ignore touts in the arrivals hall offering taxis or VIP rides; use the official Level 1 Gate 4-7 queue or authorised counters only.
  • Metered taxis from the airport should use the queue ticket and meter; agree any fixed price for the 125 km trip before leaving.
  • The Pattaya coach fare and timetable are not published at the airport; buy only at the Gate 8 counter or official 12go, not from people selling printed tickets.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a direct bus from BKK to Pattaya?

Yes, coaches leave from Level 1 Gate 8 and the Public Transportation Center. The journey takes about 2 hours; check the counter or 12go for current times and fares.

How much is a taxi from BKK to Pattaya?

A metered taxi for the 125 km trip is roughly 1,200 THB including the 50 THB airport surcharge, plus expressway tolls—about €32 to €40. Drivers may ask for a fixed price, so agree before leaving.

What is the cheapest way from BKK to Pattaya?

The direct coach from Level 1 Gate 8 is cheapest, but the fare is not verified and must be checked at the counter. It is slower and may not stop at your hotel.

Can I pay by card for the bus or taxi?

Taxis usually require cash in Thai baht; the bus counter may or may not accept cards, so carry cash. Pre-book a private transfer if you prefer card payment.

How long is the drive from BKK to Pattaya?

Without heavy traffic the drive is about 87 minutes, but allow at least 2 hours. The bus takes about 2 hours plus a local transfer.

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