How to go → BANGKOK to TRAT? ☀️

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How do you get from Bangkok to Trat? You can travel to Trat by bus, minivan, taxi/car or you can take a flight.

1. Flight – Bangkok to Trat
2. Bus – Bangkok to Trat
3. Taxi – Bangkok to Trat
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From Bangkok to Trat you can travel by bus/minivan, taxi or plane.

    • Travel distance from Bangkok to Trat in Thailand is about 320 km by road and about 275 km by plane to Trat Airport. There are 3 options how you can get to Trat from Bangkok: travel by tourist bus, book your private car/taxi or you can take a direct flight. The most popular and cheapest way how you can reach Trat from Bangkok is to travel by bus. Travel by tourist bus from Bangkok to Trat takes about 5-6.5 hours and bus tickets cost about $8-13/pp. You can take a bus from Ekkamai or Mochit in Bangkok and you can arrive to Trat Bus Terminal (the biggest bus station) Laem Sok Pier or Saen Tung. Another way, the fastest option, is to travel by plane – there is a direct flight.
    • Direct flight from Bangkok to Trat takes only about 1 hour, but the flight schedule is limited. There is a flight of Bangkok Air from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Trat Airport. The last option how you can reach Trat from Bangkok is to travel by private taxi/car. There are some private taxi companies between these cities and it is the most expensive option of transfer to Trat. Travel by private taxi/car from Bangkok to Trat takes about 4-6 hours. From Bangkok you can also travel to Pattaya or you can go to Chonburi by tourist bus, minivan, train of Thai Railway or private car.

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    • Travel by train to Trat from Bangkok is not possible because there is no railway between these places. So, you have to travel by bus, taxi or plane, there is no other way how to get there. Trat Province located on the southeastern outskirts of Thailand is famous for the mining and processing of gems, but today it is mainly the gateway to the Ko Chang National Marine Park. The park is 340 km from Bangkok and is located on the border with Laos and Cambodia. The park is known for beautiful coral reefs, waterfalls and beaches. The largest island is Koh Chang. To the south lies the island of Koh Mak, which is 60% covered by mountain rainforest and coconut groves.
Transfer Mode – Bangkok to Trat: Travel Time Cost Range
Plane (Direct Flight) 1 hour $90-140/pp
Tourist Bus / Van 5-6.5 hours $8-13/pp
Private Taxi/Car with a driver 4-6 hours $95-480/car

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How do I get from Bangkok to Trat?


1. FLIGHT from Bangkok to Trat

A convenient and fast transport option from Bangkok to Trat is a direct air connection. A minor disadvantage is the higher price of flights and the very limited flight schedule between these cities. Flights are operated from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Trat Airport, this airport is approx. 35 km from the city of Trat and approx. 15 km from Koh Chang Pier (Ao Thammachat).

Only one airline offers direct flights between Bangkok and Trat, namely Bangkok Air, and the flights it operates here are Economy class. A direct flight from Bangkok to Trat takes about 1 hour, but if you include the transfer to the airport and the wait before departure, the total transfer time can be about 4-5 hours.

It is a short flight route, so you won’t save much time compared to a private or bus transfer. In terms of price, air transfer will not be a suitable option for low-cost travelers. However, it may be convenient for those heading to Koh Chang, as Ao Thammachat Pier, where boats depart for this island, is 15 km away.

BOOK DIRECT FLIGHT to Trat

A direct flight from Bangkok to Trat costs between $90-140/pp, but these flight prices can change throughout the year and are not fixed. You can easily search and book tickets from Bangkok to Trat online in advance.

If you would like to use an air connection, it is advisable to search for a flight in advance, due to the limited offer. Also, read all information and instructions for air transfer and follow all instructions of Bangkok Airways when booking your ticket.

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From Bangkok – Suvurnabhumi Airport to Trat you can take a direct flight by Bangkok Air, the most fastest way of transfer.


2. BUS / MINIBUS / VAN from Bangkok to Trat

Another and more popular, cheap transport option from Bangkok to Trat is a transfer by bus, minibus or minivan. The offer mainly consists of larger, modern and comfortable classic buses from several companies. Bus companies that offer a transfer to Trat from Bangkok are Koh Chang Bangkok Transport, Cherdchai Tour, Tara Tour and Travel or Transport Co.

Buses from these companies depart from various locations in Bangkok, e.g. from Mochit New Van Terminal, King Kaew Market, Ekkamai, Mini Bus Station Bang Na, Bang Kaeo, Suvarnabhumi Airport and more. They then arrive in Trat at places such as Trat Bus Terminal, Saen Tung or Laem Sok Pier.

You will see all departure points in Bangkok and arrival points in Trat when searching and booking tickets, so read everything carefully and look at the map where the stops and stations are located. The main arrival point is the Trat Bus Terminal, which is near the town of Trat.

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The bus transfer from Bangkok to Trat takes depending on the travel route, but on average it ranges from 5-6.5 hours, but the stated travel time may vary a little and there may be delays at departure and during the journey. Bus tickets to Trat from Bangkok cost between $8-13/pp, some smaller minibuses can be even more expensive than classic big buses.

Even so, this is the cheapest transfer option to Trat from Bangkok, the capital of Thailand. Tickets for the bus transfer to Trat can again be easily searched and purchased online in advance. It is advisable to arrive at the departure point in Bangkok at least 30-60 minutes before the bus departure.

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Bus of Koh Chang Bangkok Transport + Transport Co from Bangkok to Trat, bus is the cheapest option of transport (photo: 12go.asia).


3. PRIVATE TAXI / CAR from Bangkok to Trat

A very convenient, but at the same time more expensive transfer option from Bangkok to Trat is transport by private car/taxi with a driver. Companies such as Bangkok Taxi 24, Glassflower, Thailand Limo by Datum, MCC VAN, Kim Transfers Thailand, Joy Taxi, Bonsiri High Speed ​​Ferries, GB Limousine, Kanokwan Travel, Firstplan Transport Services, Five Star Taxi, N and T Travel, Andaman Taxis, Freedom Tour Taxi Service.

Most of these verified companies offer modern smaller classic cars, SUVs and even minivans for multi-passenger transfers to Trat. If you are traveling in a group, e.g. 9-10 people, so transfer by minivan can be a suitable option. Another advantage is the possibility that you can split the car fare and calculate it for individual passengers.

In the case of a private transfer, it is also possible to choose your departure point and time in Bangkok and the arrival point in Trat. You can e.g. from your hotel, from airports such as Suvarnabhumi or Don Mueang, from the city center and you can arrive in Trat e.g. straight to the harbors from where boats leave for Koh Chang or Koh Kood.

BOOK PRIVATE TAXI / CAR to Trat

Transportation by private car/taxi from Bangkok to Trat takes about 4-6 hours, so the time may vary depending on your travel route. Transfer by private car/taxi to Trat from Bangkok then costs in the range of $95-480 (vehicle), these prices vary according to the type of car.

Smaller classic cars are always a cheaper option than larger multi-passenger minivans. You can easily find and book your private car with driver to Trat online in advance. The offer of these cars is very wide and you will definitely choose your vehicle according to your requirements.

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From Bangkok to Trat you can also travel by private taxi / car, it is the most comfortable option of transfer (photo: Glassflower, 12go.asia).


FAQ + TIPS – Travel route from Bangkok to Trat:

1. How to book tickets, flights or private car from Bangkok to Trat?

    • Book tickets, flights or private car from Bangkok to Trat online on 12go.asia ➜ or Baolau ➜.
    • You can choose and book another route, e.g. Trat to Bangkok, Trat to Koh Chang…

2. What is the travel time from Bangkok to Trat?

    • Transfer by plane from Bangkok to Trat (direct flight) takes about 1 hour.
    • Transfer by tourist bus / minivan from Bangkok to Trat takes about 5-6.5 hours.
    • Transfer by private taxi/car with a driver from Bangkok to Trat takes about 4-6 hours.

3. How much does it cost to get from Bangkok to Trat?

    • Travel by plane from Bangkok to Trat (direct flight) costs about $90-140/pp.
    • Travel by tourist bus / minivan from Bangkok to Trat costs about $8-13/pp.
    • Travel by private taxi/car with a driver from Bangkok to Trat costs about $95-480/car.

4. What is the travel distance from Bangkok to Trat?

    • Travel distance from Bangkok to Trat is about 320 km by road and about 270 km by plane.

5. What is the most cheapest option of transfer from Bangkok to Trat?

    • The most cheapest way of transfer to Trat from Bangkok in Thailand is to travel by tourist bus, minibus. The most cheapest bus tickets start at $8/pp and you can arrive to Trat Bus Terminal, Laem Sok Pier (boats to Koh Chang, Koh Kood) or Saen Tung in Trat Province.

6. What is the best and fastest option of travel from Bangkok to Trat?

    • The best and fast option how you can reach Trat from Bangkok is to take a direct flight, it takes about 1 hour, but the flight schedule is very limited. Another popular and cheap way is to travel by tourist bus, the most fastest option by bus takes about 4 hours.

7. Where you should keep your luggage in Bangkok?

    • If you want to keep your luggage in Bangkok you can try Radical Storage. This service offers a few places in the town center of Bangkok, you can search and book your luggage place easily online in advance.

8. Is there a train from Bangkok to Trat?

    • No, travel by train to Trat from Bangkok is not possible because there is no railway between these places.

9. What you can also visit before you arrive to Trat?

    • Before you arrive to Trat, you can also visit Chanthaburi, it is about 70 km north of Trat town. You can go there by bus or private taxi from Bangkok. Travel time by bus from Bangkok to Chanthaburi is about 4.5 hours, by private car it is about 3.5 hours.

10. Where and how you can travel from Trat?

    • A lot of tourists go to Trat because from this town you can travel by ferry / speedboat to Koh Chang or Koh Kood. These islands are very popular by tourists, there is no airport in these islands, the only way how you can go there is to take a ferry / boat.

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🚍 Bus Schedule / Timetable – Bangkok to Trat + Bus Tickets:

Bus Schedule - Bangkok to Trat

Departs in Bangkok

Arrival in Trat

Bus Ticket

Cherdchai Tour

00:00

05:00

From $8.00

Cherdchai Tour

05:00

10:40

From $8.00

Cherdchai Tour

07:00

12:40

From $8.00

Cherdchai Tour

08:30

14:00

From $8.00

Cherdchai Tour

09:30

15:00

From $8.00

Cherdchai Tour

11:30

17:00

From $8.00

Cherdchai Tour

15:30

21:00

From $8.00

Cherdchai Tour

17:30

23:00

From $8.00

Cherdchai Tour

19:45

01:15

From $8.00

Cherdchai Tour

23:30

05:00

From $8.00

Kohchang Bangkok Trans.

05:00

10:30

From $10.00

Kohchang Bangkok Trans.

06:00

11:30

From $10.00

Kohchang Bangkok Trans.

07:00

12:30

From $10.00

Kohchang Bangkok Trans.

08:00

13:30

From $10.00

Kohchang Bangkok Trans.

09:00

14:30

From $10.00

Kohchang Bangkok Trans.

10:00

15:30

From $10.00

Kohchang Bangkok Trans.

11:00

16:30

From $10.00

Kohchang Bangkok Trans.

12:00

17:30

From $10.00

Kohchang Bangkok Trans.

13:00

18:30

From $10.00

Kohchang Bangkok Trans.

14:00

19:30

From $10.00

Kohchang Bangkok Trans.

15:00

20:30

From $10.00

Kohchang Bangkok Trans.

16:00

21:30

From $10.00

Kohchang Bangkok Trans.

17:00

22:30

From $10.00

Kohchang Bangkok Trans.

18:30

00:00

From $10.00

Transport Co

07:30

15:44

From $9.00

Tara Tour and Travel

08:00

15:00

From $21.00

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