1. Van/Bus to Hua Hin
2. Train to Hua Hin
3. Taxi/Car to Hua Hin
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From Kanchanaburi to Hua Hin you can get by minivan, train, taxi.
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- The travel distance from Kanchanaburi to Hua Hin spans about 200 kilometers by van/bus/private taxi or approximately 240 kilometers by train with a stopover in Tanon Songpol and Ban Pong. Opting for the best and fastest option to reach Hua Hin from Kanchanaburi, travelers can embark on a journey by van/minivan. Traveling by van/minivan from Kanchanaburi Bus Station to Hua Hin typically takes about 4 hours, with tickets costing around $8-10 per person. Alternatively, travelers can choose to travel by train, albeit with a stopover in Tanon Songpol and Ban Pong, as there is no direct train from Kanchanaburi to Hua Hin. Ban Pong, located about 65 kilometers east of Kanchanaburi, serves as a transit point where travelers can catch a seat or sleeper train operated by Thai Railways to Hua Hin.
- The train journey to Hua Hin from Kanchanaburi via Tanon Songpol and Ban Pong takes approximately 4-6 hours. For those seeking the utmost comfort, albeit at a higher cost, booking a private taxi or car is an option. Traveling by private taxi/minivan typically takes about 3-4 hours, with vehicle/car rentals costing approximately $80-150. You can conveniently book and purchase tickets for van/minivan or private taxi to Hua Hin from Kanchanaburi online. Before arriving in Hua Hin, it’s advisable to read up on the weather conditions by referring to this article: Weather in Hua Hin.
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- Hua Hin is a city located in Prachuap Khiri Khan province, offering delightful strolls and an unforgettable shopping experience at its night market. Hua Hin, along with its surrounding Kaeng Krachan, boasts Thailand’s largest national park, covering almost half of the province’s territory and captivating tourists with its stunning nature, evergreen forests, waterfalls, and local Karena inhabitants. Additionally, the area surrounding Hua Hin and Cha-Am serves as a resort with a charming center where visitors can observe the local way of life.
- Noteworthy city attractions include Phra Pathom Chedi, one of the largest pagodas globally. There are three primary ways to travel to Hua Hin from Kanchanaburi. The most popular option involves traveling by van/minivan, as there are no direct flights or trains between these cities. From Hua Hin, travelers can venture further south in Thailand, for instance, to Krabi or Phuket, or opt to visit Koh Samui.
| Transfer Mode – Kanchanaburi to Hua Hin: | Travel Time | Cost Range |
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| Minivan / Bus | 4 hours | $8-10/pp |
| Train (via Tanon Songpol, Ban Pong) | 4-6 hours | $5-15/pp |
| Private Car / Taxi with a driver | 3-3.5 hours | $80-150 (vehicle) |
How do I get from Kanchanaburi to Hua Hin?
1. VAN / MINIVAN from Kanchanaburi to Hua Hin
The most used, cheapest and relatively comfortable transfer option from Kanchanaburi to Hua Hin is a transfer by minivan, minibus or bus. Smaller, comfortable minivans for a limited number of passengers can usually be used on this route, but they will provide you with sufficient comfort and a fast ride.
This transport option to Hua Hin is mainly offered by JKP Transport, or other local companies. You can take these minivans from Kanchanaburi Bus Terminal to arrive at Market Village Hua Hin, this station is located almost in the center of the city. The schedule of these minivans can be a little more limited, so it is better to search for the desired connection in advance.
Transfer by minivan or bus from Kanchanaburi to Hua Hin takes about 4 hours, but this time may vary and minivans may be delayed during the journey. There may also be delays in departures from Kanchanaburi Bus Terminal. Transfer by minivan or bus from Kanchanaburi to Hua Hin costs between $8-10/pp, but these prices can vary throughout the year.
It is thus the cheapest transfer option between these cities and is mainly suitable for most solo and low-cost travelers. Minivan tickets from Kanchanaburi to Hua Hin can be easily searched and purchased online well in advance.
When looking for and booking a ticket to Hua Hin, always read all the transfer information and instructions and follow all the instructions of the transport company. Also read the Baggage Policy information carefully, minivans may have limited space for carry-on luggage, or you may have to pay for an extra seat if you have a very large backpack.
You will see this information when booking your ticket. Arrive at the departure point in Kanchanaburi, Kanchanaburi Bus Terminal, at least 30-60 minutes before the departure of the minivan or minibus.
2. TRAIN from Kanchanaburi to Hua Hin
Another land transport option from Kanchanaburi to Hua Hin is a train transfer via Tanon Songpol and Ban Pong. It is not possible to use a direct rail connection, because there is no direct train from there.
So you have to implement this transport option in 2 steps, first it is a train journey from Kanchanaburi to Tanon Songpol and then it is a train transfer from Ban Pong to Hua Hin. Ban Pong Railway Station is approximately 500m from Tanon Songpol, check the Thai Railway map to know where the station is. The train ride from Kanchanaburi to Tanon Songpol takes about 2 hours and the train transfer from Ban Pong to Hua Hin takes about 2-2.5 hours.
In total, the train transfer from Kanchanaburi to Hua Hin via Tanon Songpol can take about 5-6 hours, depending on the transfer and also the timetable and waiting for the connecting train connection in Ban Pong.
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Train tickets from Kanchanaburi to Hua Hin for both routes via Tanon Songpol can be purchased at the station upon departure and then at Ban Pong.
Traveling by train from Kanchanaburi to Hua Hin can cost between $6-15/pp in total if you use the seat option. There are also sleeper trains to Hua Hin, but such an option does not make sense in use, it is a shorter railway route.
The train transfer is more of an alternative transport option to Hua Hin, it is convenient, but the timetables may be more limited, a minivan transfer will always be faster. The disadvantage is also the fact that you have to change in Ban Pong, you cannot take one train, this option has 2 steps. A theoretical possibility is also to change a train in Nakhon Pathom or you can also take the train via Bangkok.
3. PRIVATE TAXI / CAR from Kanchanaburi to Hua Hin
The most convenient and, as a result, the fastest transfer option to Hua Hin from Kanchanaburi is a private car/taxi transfer with a driver. On this route, you can use private cars from companies such as Bangkok Taxi 24, Glassflower, N and T Travel, Thailand Limo by Datum, or others.
Most of these companies offer modern smaller classic cars or larger SUVs and minivans for transfers to Hua Hin. The advantage of a private transfer is the possibility to choose the departure point in Kanchanaburi and the arrival point in Hua Hin. In theory, you can go directly from hotel to hotel, saving you travel time.
Transport by private car with a driver from Kanchanaburi to Hua Hin takes about 3-3.5 hours, but this time may vary depending on your specific travel route. As a result, it is usually always the fastest transport option between these cities. A chauffeured private car transfer from Kanchanaburi to Hua Hin costs between $80-150 (vehicle), but these prices vary depending on the type of car you choose.
It is usually true that smaller classic cars for 1-3 passengers are always a cheaper option than larger SUVs or minivans, but you can calculate the fare per individual passenger in the vehicle. So, as a result, even a minivan transfer can be worthwhile if you are traveling in one larger group of several travelers.
You can search and book your private taxi / car from Kanchanaburi to Hua Hin online in advance. When booking a car, read all the current information and transfer instructions and follow all instructions of the taxi company. Vehicles going to Hua Hin will usually transport you larger luggage, but the conditions for transporting luggage may vary depending on the company, you will see this information when searching and booking a car online.
🚍 Bus / Van Schedule – Timetable – Kanchanaburi to Hua Hin + Tickets:
| Bus/Van Schedule – Kanchanaburi to Hua Hin: | Departure in Kanchanaburi | Arrival in Hua Hin |
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| JKP Transport | 06:00 | 10:00 |
| JKP Transport | 07:20 | 11:20 |
| JKP Transport | 08:40 | 12:40 |
| JKP Transport | 10:00 | 14:00 |
| JKP Transport | 11:20 | 15:20 |
| JKP Transport | 12:40 | 16:40 |
| JKP Transport | 14:00 | 18:00 |
| JKP Transport | 15:20 | 19:20 |
| JKP Transport | 16:40 | 20:40 |
| JKP Transport | 18:00 | 22:00 |
❓ FAQ + Info – Travel from Kanchanaburi to Hua Hin:
1. How to book and buy bus/train tickets from Kanchanaburi to Hua Hin?
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- You can book tickets or private taxi/car from Kanchanaburi to Hua Hin on 12go.asia ➜.
- You can search and book another route, e.g. Kanchanaburi > Bangkok, Bangkok > Hua Hin…
2. What is the travel time from Kanchanaburi to Hua Hin?
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- Travel by bus/minivan from Kanchanaburi to Hua Hin takes about 4 hours.
- Travel by train from Kanchanaburi to Hua Hin (via Tanon Songpol, Ban Pong) takes about 4-6 hours.
- Travel by private taxi/car from Kanchanaburi to Hua Hin takes about 3-3.5 hours.
3. What is the travel distance from Kanchanaburi to Hua Hin?
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- Travel distance from Kanchanaburi to Hua Hin is about 200 km by minivan/bus and about 240 km by train.
4. How much does it cost to get from Kanchanaburi to Hua Hin?
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- Transfer by bus/minivan from Kanchanaburi to Hua Hin costs about $8-10/pp.
- Transfer by train from Kanchanaburi to Hua Hin (via Tanon Songpol, Ban Pong) costs about $10-15/pp.
- Transfer by private taxi/car from Kanchanaburi to Hua Hin costs about $80-150 (vehicle).
5. Is there an airport and flight in Hua Hin?
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- Yes, Hua Hin has an international airport, but there are no flights between Kanchanaburi and Hua Hin.
6. What is the most cheapest way of transport from Kanchanaburi to Hua Hin?
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- The most cheapest way of getting from Kanchanaburi to Hua Hin is to travel by train o van/minivan.
7. What is the best way of getting from Kanchanaburi to Hua Hin?
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- The best option is to travel by van or minivan because there is no direct train to Hua Hin from Kanchanaburi. Another good choice is to travel by private car/taxi with a driver, but this is the most expensive option of transport.
8. Is there a direct train from Kanchanaburi to Hua Hin?
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- No, there is no direct train to Hua Hin from Kanchanaburi, you can take a train to Tanon Songpol and from Ban Pong (about 500 m from Tanon Songpol) you can take a train to Hua Hin.
9. How do I get from Hua Hin to Bangkok?
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- From Hua Hin to Bangkok you can travel by various ways. There are tourist buses, vans, minivans, trains of Thai Railwayas or private taxi/transfers. Travel by bus or minivan from Hua Hin to Bangkok takes about 4-5 hours.
10. Where to stay in Hua Hin?
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- Hua Hin offers mainly various cheap+luxury hotels or beach resorts. There are also guesthouses or hostels, villas.
- Check this selection of the best hotels in Hua Hin > Book hotel or resort in Hua Hin ➜.
11. Where you can go and travel from Hua Hin?
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- From Hua Hin you can travel by train, plane or bus to southern Thailand. E.g. you can travel by sleeper train or bus to Chumphon or Surat Thani. Surat Thani is an important transport hub and from Surat Thani you can travel by bus to Phuket or Krabi. Phuket and Krabi are popular tourist sites in Thailand. You can also travel by train, car or bus and ferry via Surat Thani to Koh Phangan.
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