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Suvarnabhumi Airport to Pattaya Bus

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Times shown in Thailand local time.

13:30

Travel time

Around 2 hours120 km

Ticket price

130 THB per seat

Today's departures

07:3009:3011:30Next bus13:3015:3017:3018:30

Schedule data

Source: Airport Pattaya Bus
Last checked: 2026-07-31
Source type: official operator website
Status: Partially verified
Ticket price note: Fare published by the operator: 130 THB per seat. The operator also lists an hourly Suvarnabhumi-Jomtien service at 151 THB per seat.
Boarding note: Buy ticket at counter service on Level 1, Gate 8.
Data quality: Official source, manually verified

This schedule is for the Suvarnabhumi Airport to Pattaya Bus Station service. Bus times may change. Confirm before travel.

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Private transfer or van - door to door

Skip the terminal: a private car or van takes you straight from the airport to your Pattaya hotel. Best with luggage, late flights, or traveling as a group.

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What if the bus is full?

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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Where to stay

Hotels in Pattaya

Compare hotels, guesthouses and resorts — from beachfront stays to budget rooms in the center. Many offer free cancellation, so you can plan your room alongside your bus.

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Helpful guides for this route

Suvarnabhumi Airport Gate 8 to Pattaya busUse the Level 1 Gate 8 guide before taking the airport bus to Pattaya.

Station information

Suvarnabhumi Airport Bus Counter

Best for Airport arrivals going straight to Pattaya

Tip

After landing, follow Arrivals, pass immigration if needed, collect baggage, and exit customs into the public arrivals hall.
Go down to Level 1 / Ground Transportation and look for Gate 8. Airport Pattaya Bus / Roong Reuang Coach sells Pattaya tickets at the counter service near Gate 8.
Show your passport or booking if you have one, buy or collect the ticket, and ask whether your bus goes to Jomtien Bus Station or North Pattaya. The operator notes that the late 22:00 bus goes to North Pattaya, not Jomtien.
Do not book a tight connection after landing. Keep at least 1.5 hours from estimated landing to bus departure for immigration, baggage, walking through the airport, and finding the counter.

Buses inside the public transportation center at Suvarnabhumi Airport. — Use this photo to recognize the terminal entrance.

Bus area inside Suvarnabhumi Airport public transportation center. — Look for the ticket counters inside the terminal.

Buses and bay signs at Suvarnabhumi Airport bus terminal. — Boarding areas may change. Check signs at the station.

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Station map

Suvarnabhumi Airport bus area

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North Pattaya Bus Terminal

Best for Pattaya city

Tip

After getting off at North Pattaya Bus Terminal, first open your hotel address in Google Maps and check whether it is in Central Pattaya, Beach Road, Naklua, Pratumnak, or Jomtien.
For the cheapest local option, walk to the main road and take a songthaew/baht bus: about 15 THB for short city rides and about 20 THB for longer zone-crossing rides such as Jomtien.
With luggage, rain, or a late arrival, use Grab/Bolt and check the live price before booking: commonly about 80-150 THB to Central Pattaya and 120-220 THB to Jomtien.
If you choose a private taxi at the station, agree the fare before getting in; a fair tourist range is often around 100-150 THB to Central Pattaya and 150-250 THB to Jomtien.

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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Station map

North Pattaya Bus Station

Use this map to recognize the area around the station.

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Questions

Before you go

How long is the bus journey from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Pattaya?

The bus usually takes around 2 hours, depending on traffic.

Where is the bus counter at Suvarnabhumi Airport?

Current route information points to the counter on Level 1 near Gate 8. Check airport signs after arrivals.

Should I book a tight connection after landing?

No. Allow time for immigration, baggage claim, walking through the airport, and the bus counter.

Does this airport bus go to Jomtien?

This route data is for Pattaya Bus Station. If you need Jomtien, confirm the separate Jomtien service with the operator before buying.

Can I bring my suitcases on the airport bus from Suvarnabhumi to Pattaya?

Standard coaches have luggage space under the bus, so most arriving travelers can bring a suitcase plus hand luggage without an extra charge. Keep your passport, valuables and electronics with you in the cabin rather than in the hold. If you land with oversized bags, confirm at the counter on Level 1 near Gate 8 before boarding.

Can I pay for the Suvarnabhumi to Pattaya bus by card, or do I need cash after landing?

At the airport counter on Level 1 near Gate 8, keep Thai baht in cash ready for the 130 THB fare, because card acceptance can vary. If you would rather not hunt for an ATM right after landing, you can book online in advance to pay by card and secure a seat.

What if my flight is delayed and I miss the airport bus I planned to take?

Buses to Pattaya run roughly every two hours from about 07:30 to 18:30, so if you miss your planned departure you can usually catch a later one the same day. Check the current times at the counter when you arrive, since bus times may change. If you land after the last bus, compare a taxi, Grab or a private transfer instead, and agree on the price and pickup point before you go.

How do I get to my hotel after the airport bus drops me at North Pattaya Bus Station?

The bus arrives at North Pattaya Bus Station, where most travelers continue by songthaew (shared pickup truck), taxi, Grab, Bolt or a hotel transfer. Agree on the fare before getting in, especially if a songthaew is used as a private ride. If you are staying in Jomtien or central Pattaya, check the direction before you set off.