1. Flight + Bus/Train Pattaya
2. Bus+Train – Krabi to Pattaya
3. Bus – Krabi to Pattaya
4. Taxi – Krabi to Pattaya
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From Krabi to Pattaya you can travel by plane + train, bus, taxi/car.
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- The travel distance from Krabi to Pattaya in Thailand spans approximately 910 km by road and 800 km by plane via Bangkok. Opting for a direct flight to Bangkok followed by bus / minivan or train to Pattaya proves to be the best and fastest transfer option from Krabi. Some flights may have layovers in Chiang Mai, offering another speedy alternative. While Pattaya does have an airport, flights from Krabi are unavailable. Traveling by plane + bus/train via Bangkok typically takes about 8-10 hours, with costs ranging from $50-120 per person. Another popular route involves a combination of bus and train via Surat Thani and Bangkok.
- This journey from Krabi to Pattaya via Surat Thani and Bangkok takes approximately 18-22 hours, with costs averaging $25-70 per person. Sleeper trains are available from Surat Thani to Bangkok, followed by trains with seats from Bangkok to Pattaya. Alternatively, there are sleeper tourist buses from Krabi to Pattaya via Bangkok, with a travel time of about 14-18 hours and ticket prices ranging from $27-50 per person. Lastly, travelers can opt for a private taxi or car. From Pattaya, visitors can explore further by van/bus+ferry and visit Koh Kood or Koh Chang islands. Booking bus/train tickets and flights from Krabi to Pattaya is hassle-free when done online.
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- Pattaya stands as a highly sought-after tourist destination, ranking among the most visited places in Thailand. Situated on the east coast of the Gulf of Thailand, approximately 150 kilometers south of Bangkok, Pattaya falls within the Chon Buri province. When referring to Pattaya, one immediately thinks of its bustling day and night life, teeming with bars, discos, cabarets, restaurants, and nightclubs. Despite its lively reputation, Pattaya offers pockets of tranquility, particularly in its northern region. Travelers have 4 options for reaching Pattaya from Krabi: flight + bus/train, tourist bus, bus+train, or private car/taxi via Bangkok. Prior to arrival, it’s advisable to acquaint oneself with the weather in Pattaya by reading this informative article: Weather in Pattaya.
| Transfer Mode – Krabi to Pattaya: | Travel Time | Cost Range |
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| Plane + Bus/Van via Bangkok | 8-10 hours | $50-120/pp |
| Tourist Bus + Train via Bangkok | 18-22 hours | $25-70/pp |
| Tourist Bus/Van via Bangkok | 14-18 hours | $27-50/pp |
| Private Car/Taxi with a driver | 14-16 hours | $340-520/car |
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How do I get from Krabi to Pattaya?
1. FLIGHT + BUS/VAN from Krabi to Pattaya
The fastest and most convenient way to transfer from Krabi to Pattaya is by air and bus transfer via Bangkok. This transport option has a total of 2 steps and the total transfer time can be approx. 8-10 hours, depending on the connecting connection in Bangkok. The first step is a direct flight from Krabi to Bangkok, which takes about 1.5 hours.
For air transfers to Bangkok, you can use the airlines Thai Smile, Thai AirAsia, Thai Airways, Thai Lion Air, Nok Air, Hanh Air Systems and Thai VietJet. A direct flight from Krabi to Bangkok costs between $50-100/pp. Flights are operated from Krabi International Airport to Suvarnabhumi and Don Mueang Airports in Bangkok.
Most of the direct flights offered on this route are Economy Class flights, so the prices can be even lower. The second step is to travel by bus or minivan / minibus from Bangkok to Pattaya, which takes about 2-4 hours. For bus transfers to Pattaya from Bangkok, you can use companies such as Tawankok Tour, Wong Sai Thong Tour, Mama Travel and Tour, Panipa Pattaya Tour, T-Tour, 12GO Transport and others.
Tickets for buses and minivans from Bangkok to Pattaya cost in the range of $5-13/pp, so this is a cheaper transport option, but fully sufficient for this route. You can easily search and buy your flight from Krabi to Bangkok and bus tickets from Bangkok to Pattaya online in advance.
When booking flights to Bangkok and tickets to Pattaya, always read all transfer information and instructions and follow the instructions of the transport companies.
2. BUS + TRAIN from Krabi to Pattaya (via Surat Thani)
If you would like to travel to Pattaya by train, you can take a train from Surat Thani with a transfer in Bangkok. You can get to Surat Thani from Krabi by bus, minivan or private transfer and this railway station is located approx. 155 from Krabi town. So this transport option has a total of 3 steps, first a bus / minivan trip to Surat Thani, then a train trip from Surat Thani to Bangkok, and then another train trip from Bangkok to Pattaya.
A minor drawback may be the limited train schedule on the route between Bangkok and Pattaya. The total time of the bus and train transfer from Krabi to Pattaya via Surat Thani and Bangkok can be approximately 18-22 hours, but this time can also vary and depends on connecting connections. So it is a very long journey, but traveling by train will give you a different view of authentic Thailand.
Trains on the route from Surat Thani to Bangkok offer you seats and sleepers in 1st to 3rd class trains, and trains from Bangkok to Pattaya offer only seats. It is better to use sleeping beds on the route to Bangkok, it is a longer route that takes about 9-12 hours, depending on the type of train. Trains depart from Surat Thani Railway Station and arrive at Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station and then from Hua Lamphong go to Pattaya Railway Station, see Thailand Railway Map.
In the second step, you can again use bus transfers or transport by smaller minivan or private cars. Classic larger buses are usually the cheapest option for transportation from Bangkok to Pattaya. You can search and buy tickets for buses, minivans and trains online in advance.
3. BUS/VAN from Krabi to Pattaya (via Bangkok)
Another land transport option from Krabi to Pattaya is a bus transfer with a transfer in Bangkok. This transport option has a total of 2 steps and the total time of the bus ride can be approx. 14-23 hours, but this time can also vary and depends on the bus company and the connecting connection in Bangkok.
Bus transportation from Krabi to Bangkok is offered by companies such as Transport Co, Andaman Sea Tour, At Lanta Vacation, Krabi Sea Pearl, Raja Ferry, Bangkok Travel Plus, Lignite, Nara Travel, Montanatip, Jarinthon Tour and others. Modern and comfortable buses with adjustable seats operate on this route. Buses can depart from various locations in Krabi and Bangkok and can also arrive at various locations in Pattaya.
You will always see this information about departures and arrivals when searching for bus tickets online. On the route from Bangkok to Pattaya, you can use buses and minivans of companies such as Roong Reuang Coach, GO Family, Mama Travel and Tour, Bell Travel, Thai Sriram and others.
The total cost of a bus transfer from Krabi to Pattaya with a transfer in Bangkok is approximately $27-50/pp. It is therefore a cheaper option of transport, but it may not be a completely comfortable option, because it is a very long travel route and includes a transfer in the capital of Thailand.
Bus tickets from Krabi to Pattaya via Bangkok can be easily searched and purchased online in advance. The bus transfer to Pattaya is mainly suitable for ordinary low-cost travelers who have a more limited travel budget.
4. TAXI/CAR from Krabi to Pattaya (via Bangkok)
If you would like to use a private car transfer with a driver from Krabi to Pattaya, this option is also available on this long route. On this route, you can use the companies Glassflower and Van2Travel for these transfers. If you were to go with a transfer in Bangkok, you can use several private companies.
Companies such as Glassflower and Van2Travel will offer you modern smaller cars or larger SUVs and minivans for transportation from Krabi to Pattaya. However, you can always calculate the fare for a car transfer and divide it among the individual passengers in the vehicle.
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The advantage of a private transfer is also the choice of your departure point in Krabi and arrival point in Pattaya, so you can also save your time. So you can drive straight from a hotel in Krabi to another hotel in Pattaya. Transportation by private car with a driver from Krabi to Pattaya takes about 12-17 hours, but this time can vary depending on your travel route.
Traveling by private car with driver from Krabi to Pattaya costs between $340-520/car, prices vary by car type. Minivans are always the most expensive transfer option, smaller classic cars are always the cheaper option. However, minivans can carry up to 9-10 passengers at a time.
You can easily search, view and book your private car with driver from Krabi to Pattaya online ahead of time. When booking a car, again read all the transfer instructions and follow the terms and conditions of the taxi company to avoid any misunderstandings.
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❓ FAQ + TIPS – Travel route from Krabi to Pattaya:
1. How to book and buy tickets / flights from Krabi to Pattaya?
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- Book and buy bus/van tickets from Krabi to Pattaya on 12go.asia ➜ or Baolau ➜.
- You can also search another routes, e.g. Krabi > Surat Thani, Bangkok > Pattaya…
2. What is the travel time from Krabi to Pattaya?
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- Transfer by plane + bus/train from Krabi to Pattaya (via Bangkok) takes about 8-10 hours.
- Transfer by tourist bus + train from Krabi to Pattaya (via Surat Thani, Bangkok) takes about 18-22 hours.
- Transfer by tourist bus from Krabi to Pattaya (via Bangkok) takes about 14-18 hours.
- Transfer by private taxi from Krabi to Pattaya (via Bangkok) takes about 14-16 hours.
3. What is the travel distance from Krabi to Pattaya?
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- Travel distance from Krabi to Pattaya by bus, train via Bangkok is about 910 km by land and about 800 km by plane.
4. How much does it cost to travel from Krabi to Pattaya?
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- Transfer by plane + bus/train from Krabi to Pattaya (via Bangkok) costs about $50-120/pp.
- Transfer by tourist bus + train from Krabi to Pattaya (via Surat Thani, Bangkok) costs about $25-70/pp.
- Transfer by tourist bus from Krabi to Pattaya (via Bangkok) costs $25-50/pp.
- Transfer by private taxi/car from Krabi to Pattaya (via Bangkok) costs $340-520/car.
5. What is the best and fast way of transport from Krabi to Pattaya?
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- The best and fastest option of transport from Krabi to Pattaya is to take a direct flight to Bangkok and from Bangkok you can take a bus or train to Pattaya. There are also some flights to Pattaya via Chiang Mai in northern Thailand.
6. What is the cheapest option of transport from Krabi to Pattaya?
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- The cheapest option of transport from Krabi to Pattaya is to travel by bus + train via Bangkok or Surat Thani.
7. Is there a direct train from Krabi to Pattaya?
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- No, there are no direct trains to Pattaya from Krabi in Thailand. But you can travel by train of Thai Railways from Surat Thani, this city is about 160 km by road from Krabi town. There is a train from Surat Thani to Bangkok and from Bangkok you can take another train to Pattaya Railway Station.
8. Is it possible to travel by private car/taxi from Krabi to Pattaya?
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- Yes, you can take a private car or taxi from Krabi to Bangkok and from Bangkok you can take another private car to Pattaya. This way of transport is the most expensive option of getting to Pattaya from Krabi.
9. Is there a direct flight from Krabi to Pattaya?
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- No, there are no direct flights to Pattaya from Krabi. But there are direct flights from Krabi to Bangkok. There are also some flights with stopover in Chiang Mai. Chiang Mai is a popular tourist site in northern Thailand and this place attracts many visitors almost every day.
10. How to travel solo in Thailand?
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- Embark on a solo adventure in Thailand by researching destinations, ensuring personal safety, trying local experiences, connecting with fellow travelers, and savoring the diverse landscapes and attractions the country has to offer. Traveling on your own in Thailand is very popular by travelers. Read this article: Solo Travel in Thailand.
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(You can change your departure, arrival, date, eg. Krabi > Surat Thani, Surat Thani > Bangkok, Bangkok > Pattaya…)