Don Mueang Airport to Pattaya (and back)
Don Mueang is on the far side of Bangkok from Pattaya, about 160 km away. A Transport Co. (government) bus runs direct six times a day; otherwise a taxi is the only way without changing in the city. The cheapest option is the direct bus (transport co.) from about 167 baht; the fastest is the taxi or private transfer at 2 h – 2 h 45 min.
Options compared
| Option | Price (one way) | Time | Where to board |
|---|---|---|---|
| Direct bus (Transport Co.)Cheapest | 167 baht ≈ $5 | 2 h 30 min – 3 h | the bus area next to Terminal 1, ground floor, north side |
| Taxi or private transferFastest | 1,950–3,000 baht ≈ $58–90 | 2 h – 2 h 45 min | the taxi queue on the ground floor, or pre-booked |
Prices checked in October 2026. Train fares and times are worked out from our rail map; road times depend on traffic. Dollar amounts at 33.5 baht per US dollar. The same options run in the other direction.
Each option in detail
Direct bus (Transport Co.)
167 baht, 2 h 30 min – 3 h. Board at the bus area next to Terminal 1, ground floor, north side. Run by the Transport Co. (BKS), 167 baht. Six departures a day from Don Mueang: 06:30, 07:30, 10:30, 12:00, 13:30 and 17:30. About 2 hours 30 minutes. It stops at several points on Sukhumvit Road in Pattaya (North, Central, South, Thepprasit). Going back, buses pick up on Sukhumvit Road in Pattaya.
Taxi or private transfer
1,950–3,000 baht, 2 h – 2 h 45 min. Board at the taxi queue on the ground floor, or pre-booked. Fixed price including tolls and the 50-baht airport surcharge. The only door-to-door option after the last bus.
Before you go
- The last direct bus leaves at 17:30. If you land later or miss it, go into Bangkok and take a bus from Ekkamai or Mo Chit bus terminal; this adds about an hour.
- Departure times change; check the current timetable before you plan a tight connection.
Questions
Is there a direct bus from Don Mueang to Pattaya?
Yes. The Transport Co. bus leaves Don Mueang at 06:30, 07:30, 10:30, 12:00, 13:30 and 17:30, costs 167 baht and takes about 2 hours 30 minutes.
How much is a taxi from Don Mueang to Pattaya?
Around 1,950 to 3,000 baht including tolls and the 50-baht airport surcharge.
Is Suvarnabhumi closer to Pattaya than Don Mueang?
Yes. Suvarnabhumi is about 40 km closer and has hourly direct buses, so it is the easier airport for Pattaya.
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Price ranges checked: October 2026
Prices are estimates from operators and booking sites and change with season and demand. Check the final price before you book. Spotted an error? Tell us.