1. Flight + Bus / Train
2. Trains to Pattaya
3. Bus to Pattaya
4. Taxi / Car to Pattaya
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From Surat Thani to Pattaya you can travel by plane + train, bus, taxi.
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- The travel distance from Surat Thani to Pattaya is approximately 770 km by land via Bangkok and about 670 km by plane via Bangkok. The most efficient option to reach Pattaya from Surat Thani is to travel by plane + bus/van via Bangkok. This journey typically takes about 7-8 hours, with total costs ranging from $35 to $85 per person. Alternatively, travelers can opt to travel by train via Bangkok. The train journey from Surat Thani to Pattaya takes about 14-18 hours with a stopover in Bangkok, as there are no direct trains. Train tickets from Surat Thani to Pattaya cost approximately $10-60 per person.
- Traveling by tourist bus via Bangkok is also an option, with a journey time of about 14-17 hours and total ticket prices ranging from $23 to $45 per person. For those preferring a private car, online booking options are available, and taxis are also accessible. From Pattaya, travelers can further explore by taking a bus+ferry to Koh Kood or Koh Chang. Easily book bus or train tickets and flights from Surat Thani to Pattaya online.
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- Pattaya is situated 165 kilometers southeast of Bangkok in the province of Chon Buri, on the east coast of the Gulf of Thailand. Initially popular among American soldiers seeking respite during the Vietnam War, Pattaya’s natural beauty and beaches soon captivated a wider audience, leading to its rapid growth as a tourist destination. Pattaya Beach remains a focal point, boasting a vibrant atmosphere and a wide array of accommodations. There are 4 transportation options to reach Pattaya from Surat Thani: flight + bus/train, tourist bus, train, or private car/taxi via Bangkok.
| Transfer Mode – Surat Thani to Pattaya: | Travel Time | Cost Range |
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| Flight + Bus/Van (via Bangkok) | 7-8 hours | $35-85/pp |
| Train (via Bangkok) | 14-18 hours | $10-60/pp |
| Tourist Bus (via Bangkok) | 14-17 hours | $23-45/pp |
| Private Car (via Bangkok) | 15-17 hours | $340-450/car |
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How do I get from Surat Thani to Pattaya?
1. FLIGHT + BUS / VAN from Surat Thani to Pattaya
The fastest and most convenient way to transfer from Surat Thani to Pattaya is by air and bus transfer via Bangkok. So this transportation option has 2 steps, first it is a direct flight from Surat Thani to Bangkok and then a bus or minivan trip from Bangkok to Pattaya.
The total time of air and bus transfer from Surat Thani to Pattaya via Bangkok, the capital of Thailand, can be between 7-8 hours, but this time can also vary and depends on the connecting connection in Bangkok. The direct flight from Surat Thani to Bangkok takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes and is operated by the airlines Thai AirAsia, Nok Air, Thai Lion Air, Thai Smile, Thai VietJet and Hanh Air Systems.
An air transfer from Surat Thani to Bangkok costs in the range of $30-80/pp, so it is a relatively cheap option for transportation between these distant cities. In the second step from Bangkok to Pattaya, you can use different buses or smaller minivans, and the journey time is about 2-4 hours.
There is also a train to Pattaya, but it has a very limited timetable, it is better and more convenient to go by bus or minivan. Buses and minivans can depart from various locations in Bangkok and also arrive at various locations in Pattaya.
You will see this information when searching and booking tickets online. Air tickets to Bangkok and bus tickets to Pattaya can be easily searched and purchased online in advance. This transport option is suitable for all travelers who want to save time and want to avoid visiting other places in Thailand.
2. TRAIN from Surat Thani to Pattaya (via Bangkok)
The cheapest and most popular land transfer option from Surat Thani to Pattaya can be a train transfer, in case you would only use the seats on this route. Trains from Surat Thani to Bangkok will also offer sleepers, but these are always a more expensive option than seats, but on this longer route it is a more comfortable option.
The train transfer has 2 steps, first it is a journey from Surat Thani to Bangkok and then from Bangkok to Pattaya by another train. A train transfer from Surat Thani to Pattaya via Bangkok can take a total of approx. 14-18 hours (9-12 hours to Bangkok), each train connection has a different travel time.
Trains depart from Surat Thani Railway Station and arrive at Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station, then proceed from Hua Lamphong Train Station to Pattaya Railway Staiton, see Thailand Railway Map. Trains to Bangkok are 1st to 3rd class and offer seats and sleepers, 1st class is always the most expensive option.
A train transfer from Surat Thani to Pattaya via Bangkok costs between $10-60/pp, depending on which option and train class you choose. Train tickets for this transport option must be searched for and reserved separately for each route, so you will have 2 separate tickets.
Train tickets from Surat Thani to Pattaya via Bangkok can be searched and booked online in advance. Arrive at the train station in Surat Thani and then in Bangkok at least 30-60 minutes before the train departs. The train transfer is an ideal transport option mainly for low-cost travelers who have more time and want to see Thailand from a different perspective.
3. BUS from Surat Thani to Pattaya (via Bangkok)
Another option for a ground transfer from Bangkok to Pattaya in Thailand is a bus transfer via Bangkok. This transport option also has 2 steps and includes a transfer in Bangkok. The total time of a bus transfer from Surat Thani to Pattaya with a transfer in Bangkok can be approximately 14-17 hours, but this time can also vary, depending on the company and the route operated.
Buses leave in Surat Thani from various places, for example from Surat Thani Bus Terminal and then arrive in Bangkok also at various places on the way to Pattaya, the same applies. You can see all the information about the departure points in Surat Thani and Bangkok and the arrival points in Bangkok and Pattaya when searching for tickets online.
To travel by bus to Bangkok, you can choose a bus from Montanatip, Krung Siam Tour, ChokeAnan Tour, Transport Co, Bangkok Busline and from Bangkok to Pattaya then from Tawankok Tour, Wong Sai Thong Tour, Mama Travel and Tour, Panipa Pattaya Tour, T- Tour, 12GO Transport, Roong Reuang Coach, GO Family, Bell Travel and more.
There are relatively many companies and they mainly offer larger, modern buses to Bangkok, and to Pattaya it is better to take a smaller and faster minivan. A bus transfer from Surat Thani to Pattaya costs a total of $23-45/pp, prices vary depending on the company and type of bus you choose.
Bus tickets from Surat Thani to Pattaya in Thailand have to be searched for and purchased separately for each route. So you will have 2 bus tickets in total, one for bus travel to Bangkok and one for bus travel to Pattaya.
4. PRIVATE TAXI / CAR from Surat Thani to Pattaya
The most expensive transfer option to Pattaya from Surat Thani is private car/taxi with driver. You can use private companies such as Glassflower or Van2Travel for this transfer option. These companies will offer you classic smaller cars and even larger SUVs or minivans for more people on this route.
The advantage of a private transfer is the ability to choose your departure point in Surat Thani and arrival point in Pattaya, as well as the fact that you can go without additional stops. The disadvantage is the higher price for this transport option, but you can calculate the fare per individual passenger in the vehicle.
Transfer by modern car/taxi from Surat Thani to Pattaya takes about 12-15 hours, but this time may vary and depends on your travel route. A private car transfer with a driver from Surat Thani to Pattaya costs between $340-450/car, these prices vary by car type. For the most part, smaller cars are a cheaper option than larger multi-passenger minivans.
Minivans can carry mostly 9-10 passengers, which is a suitable option for group travel. You can easily search and book your private car with driver from Surat Thani to Pattaya online in advance. When booking a car, always read all the information and follow the conditions given by the companies.
You can also take your larger backpacks in the car, but sometimes there may be a limit on the weight of the transported luggage, you will see this information when booking the car online.
❓ FAQ – Travel route from Surat Thani to Pattaya:
1. How to book and buy tickets / flights from Surat Thani to Pattaya?
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- Book tickets or flights from Surat Thani to Pattaya online on 12go.asia ➜ or Baolau ➜.
- You can also search another routes, e.g. Surat Thani > Hua Hin, Hua Hin > Pattaya…
2. What is the travel time from Surat Thani to Pattaya?
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- Flight + bus/train from Surat Thani to Pattaya (via Bangkok) takes about 7-8 hours.
- Travel by train from Surat Thani to Pattaya (via Bangkok) takes about 14-18 hours.
- Travel by tourist bus/van from Surat Thani to Pattaya (via Bangkok) takes about 14-17 hours.
- Travel by private taxi/car from Surat Thani to Pattaya takes about 12-15 hours.
3. What is the travel distance from Surat Thani to Pattaya?
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- Travel distance from Surat Thani to Pattaya by bus, train via Bangkok is about 770 km and about 670 km by plane+bus.
4. How much does it cost to get from Surat Thani to Pattaya?
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- Flight + bus/train from Surat Thani to Pattaya (via Bangkok) costs about $35-85/pp.
- Travel by train from Surat Thani to Pattaya (via Bangkok) costs about $10-60/pp.
- Travel by tourist bus/van from Surat Thani to Pattaya (via Bangkok) costs $23-45/pp.
- Travel by private taxi/car from Surat Thani to Pattaya costs $340-450/car.
5. What is the best and fast way of transfer from Surat Thani to Pattaya?
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- The fastest and probably best option of transport to Pattaya from Surat Thani is to take a flight + bus/train connection via Bangkok. There are direct flights from Surat Thani to Bangkok (about 1-1.5 hour) and tourist buses / minivans or trains from Bangkok to Pattaya.
6. What is the cheapest way of travel from Surat Thani to Pattaya?
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- The cheapest way of transport from Surat Thani to Pattaya is to travel by train of Thai Railway or tourist bus via Bangkok. The most cheapest option is to book ticket for seat in the train.
7. Is there a direct train from Surat Thani to Pattaya?
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- No, there is no direct train to Pattaya from Surat Thani. There are various trains to Bangkok from Surat Thani and from Bangkok to Pattaya Station. You have to take 2 trains.
8. Is it possible to book private car/taxi from Surat Thani to Pattaya?
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- Yes, you can search and book your private car from Surat Thani to Pattaya. There are some private taxi companies and they offer private transports via Bangkok. This option is the most comfortable, but also the most expensive way of transfer to Pattaya town.
9. Is there a direct flight from Surat Thani to Pattaya?
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- Pattaya has also an U-Tapao Airport, about 40 km south of Pattaya town, but there are no direct flights between Surat Thani and Pattaya – U-Tapao Airport. There are also some flights via Chiang Mai in northern Thailand.
10. How to travel to Chanthaburi from Pattaya?
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- Chanthaburi is about 170 km by land from Pattaya. There is no railway and no flight between Pattaya and Chanthaburi, so you have to travel by tourist bus or private car. Travel time by bus or car is about 3.5 hours.
- Read this article. How to travel from Pattaya to Chanthaburi?
11. Where you can also go from Surat Thani, what to visit?
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- If you are already in Surat Thani town, you can also travel by ferry to Koh Samui, Koh Phangan or you can visit Krabi and nearby islands like Koh Phi Phi, Koh Yao Yai, Koh Yao Noi and other sites.
12. 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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