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Bangkok → Pattaya

Thailand's easiest beach escape — frequent air-conditioned minivans and buses down Highway 7, or a private taxi for the fastest run. Transfers from $8, every day of the week.

2 h
Travel Time
$8
From / Person
Every 30 min
Departures
Land Transfer
Journey Type

About This Route

Pattaya sits just ~150 km down the coast from Bangkok, and getting there is the simplest overland trip in Thailand — no ferries, no pier transfers, no overnight coaches. Air-conditioned minivans and coaches cover the run in about 2 hours, departing every 30–60 minutes from Ekkamai Eastern Bus Terminal, Mo Chit and Khao San Road. Operators such as Bell Travel sell tickets from about $8 USD, and seats can be booked online in seconds.


Budget travellers should head to Ekkamai Eastern Bus Terminal and grab the public air-conditioned bus to Pattaya — around 131 THB (≈$4 USD) for the same 2-hour journey. Prefer your own space? A metered taxi or booked private transfer does the trip in roughly 1.5 hours from about $25 USD, dropping you anywhere in Pattaya, Jomtien or Naklua. Departures run daily from early morning until late evening, and Friday-evening traffic is the only real variable to plan around.


Boat tip for beach-hoppers: this route is all land, but the boats start once you arrive — speedboats and ferries to Koh Larn (Coral Island) leave from Bali Hai Pier at the south end of Pattaya Beach, and seasonal cruise ships call at Pattaya's port on Gulf itineraries. If you're island-hopping onward, pair your transfer with our Thailand ferry guides below.

Schedule & Prices

Departure Arrival Duration Operator Price
Every 30–60 min, 05:00–21:00 — Ekkamai, Mo Chit & Khao San Rd Pattaya Beach Rd, North Pattaya & Jomtien ~2 h Bell Travel minivan & partners from $8 Book →
Every ~30 min, 05:00–22:00 — Ekkamai Eastern Bus Terminal Pattaya Bus Station (North Pattaya Rd) ~2 h Public air-conditioned bus (Transport Co.) ~131 THB (≈$4) Book →
On demand, 24/7 — any Bangkok address Any address in Pattaya / Jomtien / Naklua ~1.5 h Taxi / private transfer from $25 Book →

⚠️ Services run daily year-round; times are indicative and vary by operator and pickup point. Allow extra time on Friday evenings and Thai holiday weekends. Check live schedules on 12Go before you travel.

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Operator Info

🚐 Bell Travel

Bangkok–Pattaya Minivans & Private Transfers

  • Frequent air-conditioned minivans from Ekkamai, Mo Chit & Khao San Rd
  • Direct drop-offs on Pattaya Beach Rd & in Jomtien
  • ~2 hour journey with no ferry or pier transfers
  • Private car & van transfers on demand, 24/7
  • Free luggage space — one suitcase plus carry-on per seat
  • Online tickets with instant confirmation via 12Go

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Bangkok to Pattaya transfer take?
Minivans and buses from Bangkok to Pattaya take approximately 2 hours door-to-door, covering the ~150 km run down Highway 7. A private taxi or booked car transfer is faster at around 1.5 hours. Times vary a little with traffic — allow extra time on Friday evenings and Thai long weekends, when the Pattaya-bound highway is busiest.
How much does it cost to get from Bangkok to Pattaya?
Shared minivans (Bell Travel and other operators) cost roughly $8–12 USD per person. The public air-conditioned bus from Ekkamai Eastern Bus Terminal is the cheapest option at about 131 THB (≈$4 USD). A private taxi or booked transfer runs from about $25 USD for the whole car. Prices are per person for shared services and per vehicle for taxis.
Where do Bangkok to Pattaya minivans and buses leave from?
Most departures leave from Ekkamai Eastern Bus Terminal (the main station for Pattaya services) and Mo Chit 2 Northern Bus Terminal, with additional van pickups on Khao San Road for travellers staying in the old town. Bell Travel runs its own vans from all three points. In Pattaya, vans typically drop off along North Pattaya Road, on Beach Road and in Jomtien depending on the operator.
Is there a ferry from Bangkok to Pattaya?
No — Bangkok to Pattaya is a purely overland route, so there is no direct ferry. The whole journey runs by minivan, bus or taxi on the motorway. The boat connections start once you are in Pattaya: speedboats and ferries run out to Koh Larn (Coral Island) from Bali Hai Pier, and seasonal cruise ships call at Pattaya's port. For those, book locally or via 12Go once you arrive.
Can I take a taxi from Bangkok to Pattaya?
Yes. A metered taxi or booked private transfer from central Bangkok to Pattaya takes roughly 1.5 hours and costs from about $25 USD depending on traffic and the pick-up point. It is the most comfortable and flexible option, ideal for families or groups, and drivers can drop you at any address in Pattaya, Jomtien or Naklua.
How often do Bangkok to Pattaya minivans depart?
Minivans run frequently throughout the day — typically every 30 to 60 minutes from early morning until around 21:00 from Ekkamai and Mo Chit, with first departures from around 05:00–06:00. Public air-conditioned buses from Ekkamai also run roughly every 30 minutes. Walk-up tickets are usually available, but booking ahead on 12Go guarantees your seat and avoids queues at the terminal.

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