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Pattaya to Bangkok Bus

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Times shown in Thailand local time.

15:00

Available to: Mo Chit / Ekkamai

Traveling with luggage or a group?

A private car or van leaves when you want and takes you door to door. For 3-4 people the per-person cost gets close to bus tickets.

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Travel time

Around 2-3 hours150 km

Ticket price

148-158 THB per seat

Today's departures

Pattaya to Mo Chit

158 THB per seat

05:0007:3009:0010:0011:0012:0013:0014:00Next bus15:0016:0017:0018:00

Pattaya to Ekkamai

148 THB per seat

04:3008:0009:0010:0011:0012:0013:0014:00Next bus15:0016:0017:0018:0019:0020:0022:00

Schedule data

Source: Pattaya Bus / Roong Reuang Coach
Last checked: 2026-09-08
Source type: official operator website
Status: Partially verified
Ticket price note: Fares published by the operator: 158 THB to Mo Chit and 148 THB to Ekkamai per seat.
Data quality: Official source, manually verified

Bus times may change. Confirm at the station or with the operator before travel.

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Popular departures can sell out around weekends, holidays, and late afternoon travel. If the next bus is full, ask at the counter for the following departure and compare bookable alternatives before you move to another station.

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After the last bus

After the last scheduled bus, your realistic choices are usually a taxi, private transfer, or waiting until the next morning. For airport routes, avoid relying on the final bus before a flight and compare alternatives early.

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Bus vs taxi vs private transfer

The bus is the cheapest option but the slowest. A shared van is a faster mid-price choice. A private transfer is the quickest and most comfortable - door to door with no terminal, no waiting, and room for luggage - which makes it the easiest option for early or late flights and group travel. A metered taxi works on demand but usually costs the most. Always confirm the final price, pickup point, and luggage space before you go.

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Return route

Planning the way back now can save time later. Check the return route, station notes, first and last departures, and whether your destination in Bangkok is Ekkamai, Mo Chit, Suvarnabhumi, or Don Mueang.

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Station information

North Pattaya Bus Terminal

Best for Pattaya city

Tip

From your hotel, open North Pattaya Bus Terminal in Google Maps first and check whether you are in Central Pattaya, Beach Road, Jomtien, Pratumnak, Naklua, or near Terminal 21.
With light luggage, songthaew/baht bus is cheapest: about 15 THB within the same city zone and about 20 THB when crossing from Jomtien or Naklua; allow about 20-45 minutes because you may need to change routes or walk from the main road.
With suitcases, rain, heat, or a tight bus departure, use Grab/Bolt: commonly about 80-150 THB from Central Pattaya or Terminal 21, 100-180 THB from Beach Road/Pratumnak, and 150-250 THB from Jomtien or far Naklua, depending on traffic and demand.
A private taxi or chartered songthaew should be agreed before boarding; expect roughly 120-250 THB from central areas and 200-350 THB from Jomtien or far Naklua. Leave 45-60 minutes before your bus from central Pattaya, and 60-90 minutes before from Jomtien, Pratumnak, or Naklua.

North Pattaya Bus Station entrance and terminal driveway. — Main bus station area in North Pattaya.

Buses and boarding area at Pattaya Bus Station. — Boarding areas may change. Check signs at the station.

Roong Reuang Coach bus at Pattaya Bus Station. — Boarding areas may change. Check signs at the station.

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North Pattaya Bus Station

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Mo Chit Bus Terminal

Best for Northern Bangkok

Tip

After getting off at Mo Chit 2, first open your hotel address in Google Maps and choose whether you need Sukhumvit, Siam, Silom, Riverside, Khao San, or Don Mueang.
For the cheapest city access, go to BTS Mo Chit or MRT Chatuchak Park; they are about 2 km from the terminal. Take a short taxi/Grab or motorcycle taxi to the station, then continue by BTS/MRT. BTS is usually about 17-65 THB and MRT about 17-45 THB depending on distance.
With luggage, rain, heat, or late arrival, use Grab/Bolt or taxi directly from the terminal. Expect roughly 120-250 THB to Sukhumvit/Siam, 180-350 THB to Silom/Riverside, and 180-350 THB to Khao San depending on traffic and demand.
If using a street taxi, ask for the meter or agree the price before getting in. Bangkok traffic can be heavy, so BTS/MRT is often safer for Sukhumvit, Siam, Silom, and shopping areas.

Front entrance area of Mo Chit 2 Bus Terminal in Bangkok. — Use this photo to recognize the terminal entrance.

Ticket booth area inside Mo Chit 2 Bus Terminal. — Look for the ticket counters inside the terminal.

Departure platform area at Mo Chit 2 Bus Terminal. — Boarding areas may change. Check signs at the station.

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Mo Chit 2 Bus Terminal

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Bangkok Ekkamai Bus Terminal

Best for Central Bangkok

Tip

After getting off at Ekkamai Bus Terminal, first open your hotel address in Google Maps and check whether you need Sukhumvit, Siam, Silom, Riverside, Khao San, or the airport rail link.
For most city hotels, BTS is the easiest option: Ekkamai BTS Station is next to the terminal. Walk to BTS Ekkamai Exit 2 and continue on the Sukhumvit/Green Line. BTS fares are usually about 17-65 THB depending on distance.
Use BTS for Sukhumvit, Asok, Nana, Phrom Phong, Siam, and shopping areas. For Silom, change at Siam to the Silom Line, or go to Asok/Sukhumvit and connect with MRT if that is closer to your hotel.
With heavy luggage, rain, or if you stay near Khao San/Riverside, use Grab/Bolt or metered taxi. Expect roughly 80-180 THB to nearby Sukhumvit/Siam, 150-300 THB to Silom/Riverside, and 180-350 THB to Khao San depending on traffic. Ask for the meter or agree the fare before getting in.

Exterior entrance of Ekkamai Bus Terminal in Bangkok. — Use this photo to recognize the terminal entrance.

Inside area of Ekkamai Bus Terminal with counters and signs near the boarding lanes. — Look for the ticket counters inside the terminal.

Bus boarding area at Ekkamai Bus Terminal with platform signs and minibuses. — Boarding areas may change. Check signs at the station.

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Ekkamai Bus Terminal

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Questions

Before you go

How long is the bus ride from Pattaya to Bangkok?

The trip usually takes around 2-3 hours, depending on traffic.

Can I travel from Pattaya to Ekkamai or Mo Chit?

Yes. Current route information includes buses to Ekkamai and Mo Chit. Confirm the destination before buying your ticket.

Where do I buy tickets in Pattaya?

You can usually buy tickets at the Pattaya bus station counter.

Which Bangkok terminal should I choose?

Ekkamai is convenient for Sukhumvit and BTS access. Mo Chit can be better for northern Bangkok.

How much luggage can I bring on the Pattaya to Bangkok bus?

Standard coaches have luggage space under the bus, and most travelers bring a suitcase plus hand luggage without an extra charge. Keep valuables, documents and electronics with you in the cabin. If you travel with oversized items, confirm at the counter before boarding.

Can I pay for the Pattaya to Bangkok bus ticket by card, or do I need cash?

At the Pattaya bus station counter, keep Thai baht in cash ready, because card acceptance can vary by terminal and time of day. If you prefer to pay by card in advance and secure a seat, you can book online before you travel.

How do I get to my hotel after the bus arrives at Ekkamai or Mo Chit?

It depends on which Bangkok terminal your bus uses. From Ekkamai, BTS Ekkamai station is about a 5-minute walk, so the BTS Sukhumvit Line is easy for central Sukhumvit; Mo Chit 2 sits in northern Bangkok near BTS Mo Chit and MRT Chatuchak. From either terminal you can also continue by taxi, Grab or Bolt straight to your hotel, especially with luggage. Agree on the fare before getting in, as app prices vary by traffic and demand.

What are my options if I miss the last bus from Pattaya to Bangkok?

After the last scheduled bus, realistic options are usually a taxi, a private transfer, or waiting until the next morning. Note that the last departure differs by terminal, so buses to Mo Chit finish earlier in the day than buses to Ekkamai; confirm the final times at the counter before you rely on them. If you travel late or have a fixed arrival in Bangkok, comparing a private transfer in advance is often easiest. Always agree on the price and pickup point before you go.