
1. Bus / Van to Chaiyaphum
2. Taxi / Car to Chaiyaphum
3. Train + Car to Chaiyaphum
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From Bangkok to Chaiyaphum you can travel by van/bus, car or train+car.
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- Travel distance from Bangkok to Chaiyaphum town in Thailand is about 340 km by road. There are 3 ways how you can get to Chaiyaphum from Bangkok – travel by bus, private car / taxi or train + bus via Ban Lueam (or Chatturat). The best and popular way how to reach Chaiyaphum is to travel by tourist bus. Transport by bus from Bangkok (Mochit) to Chaiyaphum takes about 4.5-6 hours and bus tickets cost about $8-13/pp. Buses arrive to various bus stations in Chaiyaphum town or province and depart from Mochit Bus Station.
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- Another way how to get to Chaiyaphum is to book your private car/taxi. Travel by private car from Bangkok to Chaiyaphum takes about 4-5 hours and it costs about $140-190/car. It is the most comfortable but an expensive option of transfer. There is no flight and direct train to Chaiyaphum town. But you can travel by train to Ban Lueam or Chatturat town and from this towns you have to arrange your private transport to Chaiyaphum town.
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- Chaiyaphum Province is located almost in the middle of Thailand in its northeastern part. It is third in size and eighth in size. About 50% of Chaiyaphum’s surface is mountains and forests. The rest is a platform. This province is not so visited by foreign tourists. Chaiyaphum is divided into 2 parts by a mountain range running through the center of the province from east to west. Chaiyaphum is an old city and its history dates back to a time when the Khmer Empire was at its peak. The city was then one of the smaller cities in the empire. During the Ayutthaya period, Chaiyaphum appeared on the map during the reign of King Narai, grew considerably and was under the administration of Nakhon Ratchasima. You can search and book tickets or private car to Chaiyaphum from Bangkok easily online.
Transfer Mode – Bangkok to Chaiyaphum: | Travel Time | Cost Range |
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Tourist Bus | 4.5-6 hours | $8-13/pp |
Private Car/Taxi | 4-5 hours | $140-270/car |
Train + Car | 7-9 hours | $25-70/pp |
How do I get from Bangkok to Chaiyaphum?
1. BUS from Bangkok to Chaiyaphum
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- another cheap and popular way of transport to Chaiyaphum from Bangkok
- one-way bus ticket from Bangkok to Chaiyaphum costs about $8-13/pp
- travel by bus from Bangkok to Chaiyaphum takes about 4.5-6 hours
- comfortable and modern and air-conditioned buses to Chaiyaphum
- bus companies to Chaiyaphum from Bangkok: Thian Chai, Airchaiyaphum, Phu Kradueng Tour, Chayiaphum Tour, Air Mueang
- tourist buses to Chaiyaphum depart mainly from the Mo Chit Bus Station in Bangkok
- come to the bus station at least 30 minutes before departure of the bus
- buses or minivans arrive to Chaiyaphum, Ban Khai, Lahan, Sap Yai, Ban Khwao
- Book and buy bus tickets from Bangkok to Chaiyaphum online
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🚍 Bus Schedule / Timetable – Bangkok to Chaiyaphum + Bus Tickets:
Bus Schedule – Bangkok to Chaiyaphum: | Departure in Bangkok | Arrival in Chaiyaphum |
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Thian Chai bus | 07:30 | 12:30 |
Thian Chai bus | 09:00 | 14:00 |
Thian Chai bus | 10:00 | 15:00 |
Thian Chai bus | 11:30 | 16:30 |
Thian Chai bus | 12:00 | 17:40 |
Thian Chai bus | 15:00 | 20:00 |
Thian Chai bus | 17:00 | 22:00 |
Thian Chai bus | 20:00 | 01:00 |
Thian Chai bus | 23:00 | 04:00 |
Airchaiyaphum | 07:00 | 12:00 |
Airchaiyaphum | 09:00 | 14:00 |
Airchaiyaphum | 10:30 | 16:00 |
Airchaiyaphum | 12:00 | 17:00 |
Airchaiyaphum | 13:30 | 18:30 |
Airchaiyaphum | 15:00 | 20:00 |
Airchaiyaphum | 17:00 | 22:00 |
Airchaiyaphum | 19:00 | 00:30 |
Airchaiyaphum | 20:30 | 01:30 |
Airchaiyaphum | 23:00 | 04:00 |
Phu Kradueng Tour | 20:40 | 02:10 |
Chayiaphum Tour | 15:30 | 20:00 |
Chayiaphum Tour | 17:30 | 22:00 |
Air Mueang | 12:00 | 17:00 |

2. TAXI / CAR from Bangkok to Chaiyaphum
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- you can also travel from Bangkok to Chaiyaphum by private taxi/car or minivan
- travel by taxi/car from Bangkok to Chaiyaphum takes about 4-5 hours
- taxi companies to Chaiyaphum from Bangkok: Kim Transfers Thailand, Thailand Limo by Datum, Firstplan Transport Services,
- transport by private car/taxi to Chaiyaphum from Bangkok costs about $140-270/car
- there are luxury cars, minivans or SUV from Bangkok town or Suvarnabhumi + Don Mueang airports in Bangkok
- there is a hotel transfer in Chaiyaphum town
- Book your private taxi/car from Bangkok to Chaiyaphum online

3. TRAIN + CAR from Bangkok to Chaiyaphum
There is no direct train to Chaiyaphum from Bangkok. But you can travel by train of Thai Railway to Ban Lueam, there is the closest railway station, it is about 35 km south of Chaiyaphum town. Ban Lueam is very small town, from Ban Lueam you have to travel by private car. You can also travel by train to Chatturat in Chaiyaphum province.
A) Train from Bangkok to Ban Lueam (or Chatturat)
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- train is the most cheapest way of transfer to Ban Lueam from Bangkok
- there are about 5 trains of Thai Railways from Bangkok to Ban Lueam
- travel by train from Bangkok to Ban Lueam takes about 4.5-6 hours
- train ticket from Bangkok to Ban Lueam costs about $6-30/pp, 1st, 2nd / 3rd class seats or sleeper berths
- trains from Bangkok arrive to Ban Lueam Railway Station
- you can also travel by train to Chatturat town – this town is a part of Chaiyaphum province
- Book and buy train tickets from Bangkok to Ban Lueam online on 12go.asia ➜
- you can check current Thailand Railway Map + Thailand Train Timetable
B) Taxi from Ban Lueam to Chaiyaphum
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- from Ban Lueam to Chaiyaphum you have to travel by private car/taxi
- travel by car from Ban Lueam to Chaiyaphum takes about 1 hour
🚆 Train Schedule – Bangkok to Chaiyaphum (Ban Lueam) + Train Tickets:
Train Schedule – Bangkok to Chaiyaphum (Ban Lueam): | Departure in Bangkok | Arrival in Ban Lueam |
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Thai Railway | 08:20 | 13:37 |
Thai Railway | 21:06 | 03:10 |

❓ FAQ — Travel route from Bangkok to Chaiyaphum:
1. How to book tickets + private car from Bangkok to Chaiyaphum?
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- You can book + buy tickets / flights from Bangkok to Chaiyaphum on 12go.asia ➜.
- you can book another tickets + flights in Thailand, Laos, Vietnam…
2. What is the travel time from Bangkok to Chaiyaphum?
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- Travel by tourist bus from Bangkok to Chaiyaphum takes about 4.5-6 hours.
- Travel by private car / taxi from Bangkok to Chaiyaphum takes about 4-5 hours.
- Travel by train + car from Bangkok to Chaiyaphum (via Ban Lueam) takes about 7-9 hours.
3. What is the travel distance from Bangkok to Chaiyaphum?
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- Travel distance from Bangkok to Chaiyaphum in Thailand is about 340 km by road.
4. How much does it cost to get from Bangkok to Chaiyaphum
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- Travel by tourist bus from Bangkok to Chaiyaphum costs about $8-13/pp.
- Travel by private car/van from Bangkok to Chaiyaphum costs about $140-270/car.
- Travel by train + car from Bangkok to Chaiyaphum (via Ban Lueam) costs about $25-70/pp.
5. What is the most cheapest way of transfer from Bangkok to Chaiyaphum?
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- The most cheapest way of transfer from Bangkok to Chaiyaphum is to travel by train + bus via Lam Narai.
- Another cheap way is to travel by tourist bus to Phetchabun.
6. What is the best way of transport from Bangkok to Chaiyaphum?
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- The best way of transport from Bangkok to Chaiyaphum is to travel by tourist bus. This option is also a cheap way and there are a lot of buses from Mochit Bus Station in Bangkok.
7. Is there a flight from Bangkok to Chaiyaphum?
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- There are no flights to Chaiyaphum from Bangkok, travel by plane is not possible.
8. How to go back from Chaiyaphum to Bangkok?
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- From Chaiyaphum town or province to Bangkok you can travel by tourist bus, private car or car+train.
- It is the same way of transfer how you came to Chaiyaphum from Bangkok.
9. Where you can also travel from Chaiyaphum?
10. Where to accommodate in Chaiyaphum?
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- Chaiyaphum Province or town in Thailand offers mainly cheap hotels or guesthouses.
- You can book your hotel in Chaiyaphum in Thailand easily online.
11. What is the weather and climate in Thailand?
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- Weather in Thailand varies across three main seasons, creating a tropical climate. The hot season typically spans from March to June, with temperatures ranging from 77°F to 95°F (25°C to 35°C). During this period, the weather is characterized by intense heat and occasional brief showers. The rainy season occurs from July to October, bringing heavy monsoon rains and increased humidity. Average temperatures remain high, ranging from 77°F to 88°F (25°C to 31°C). The cool season, from November to February, is marked by milder temperatures and lower humidity. Average temperatures range from 64°F to 86°F (18°C to 30°C), making it a popular time for tourism.
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