Sukhothai to Bangkok

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How to get from Sukhothai to Bangkok

One day is not enough to explore Bangkok. As Thailand’s capital, the city is packed with countless temples and historical sites to tour. Through its museums and art galleries, the city lets you see the traditional and contemporary Thai culture.

The Khao San Road area offers everything from delicious street food to wild nightlife, while the Sukhumvit area is full of excellent shopping and dining options from around the world.

3 ways to get from Sukhothai to Bangkok

Transport mode	Duration	Costs		Availability
Bus	5.5-6 hours	340 THB ($10.00)		Check Bus Tickets
Train	6-9.5 hrs	359 THB ($10.50)		Check Train Tickets
Flight	1hr 20m	1 THB ($46.50)		Check Flights

There are 3 ways to travel the 435 km (270 miles) distance from Sukhothai to Bangkok: by bus (5.5-6 hours), by a combination of bus and train (6.5-9 hours), or by plane (1hr 20m). Tickets cost between 340 THB ($10.00) to 1 THB ($44.00).

The bus is the fastest option at only 338 THB ($9.50). You can catch a bus from either the bus terminal or the Historical Park.

When taking the train, you will first have to go to the railway station Phitsanulok, about 1.5 hours away from Sukhothai. The total fare costs at least 359 THB ($10.50).

The flight is the most expensive choice at 1 THB ($46.50). Travel time is 1.3 hours, excluding transfers. However, we don’t recommend flying short distances like this as flight emissions are very harmful to the environment.

Sukhothai to Bangkok by Bus

Duration: 5.5-6 hours

Cost: 340 THB ($10.00)

Duration: 5.5-6 hours

Cost: 340 THB ($10.00)

Two known bus companies ferry passengers from Sukhothai to Bangkok: The Transport Co and the Sukhothai Wintour.

From New Sukhothai

From the New Sukhothai city centre, take a songthaew to the bus terminal for 15 THB ($0.40). Alternatively, you can also ride a tuk-tuk for 50 THB ($1.40).

From Old Sukhothai

Sukhothai Wintour used to allow passengers to catch their Bangkok-bound buses in their office near the Historical Park. Now, all buses depart from Sukhothai Bus Terminal.

If you are coming from Old Sukhothai, take a songthaew to the bus terminal. One ride costs around 20 THB ($0.50) to 30 THB ($0.80). Tuk-tuk is another alternative, which costs around 150 THB ($4.40).

Bus schedules from Sukhothai to Bangkok

Bus Operator	Schedule	Costs
The Transport	08:00-14:00	From 340 THB ($10.00) Check Bus Tickets
Sukhothai Wintour	10:00-15:23	From 370 THB ($10.50) Check Bus Tickets

Both operators have buses that depart from the Sukhothai Bus Terminal and arrive at the Mochit Bus Terminal.

The Transport offers only standard buses but it also has departures from Sawankhalok Bus Terminal, which is 40 km away from the New Sukhothai.

These buses will drop you off at Bangkok Bus Terminal in Sai Tai Mai, along the Boromaratchachonnani Road.

On the other hand, Sukhothai Wintour provides VIP and standard bus trips from Sukhothai and Bangkok.

With tickets sold at Origin currency no defined, VIP buses are only available on Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday. The standard P1 buses are available on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday, while the ticket costs 380 THB ($11.00).

Sukhothai to Bangkok by Train*

Duration: 6-9.5 hours

Cost: 360 THB ($10.50)

Duration: 6-9.5 hours

Cost: 360 THB ($10.50)

Taking the train is not the fastest way to travel from Sukhothai to Bangkok. Still, it is a great opportunity to relax and take in the sights.

*COVID-19 UPDATE: The last time we checked (March 2022), the buses going from Sukhothai to Phitsanulok are not available. For this reason, you will need to take a taxi instead.

Step 1: Sukhothai to Phitsanulok

Duration: 1.5 hours

Cost: 180 THB ($5.00)

Duration: 1.5 hours

Cost: 180 THB ($5.00)

Travellers coming from Sukhothai used to take the bus to the train station at Phitsanulok. Due to the pandemic, no bus operators seem to provide trips for this route. In this case, you can take a taxi.

Sukhothai to Phitsanulok by Bus

Buses operated by Sukhothai Wintour going from Sukhothai to Phitsanulok were widely available before the pandemic. Also, buses also used to pick up passengers from Sukhothai Wintour’s office near the Historical Park.

As of March 2022, the buses servicing this route are not available. Check their Facebook page to get the latest information on pricing, availability, and schedules.

Whether you are in the Old or New Sukhothai, you can go to the Sukhothai Bus Terminal by tuk-tuk.

From New Sukhothai, one tuk-tuk ride costs 60 THB ($1.70). Old Sukhothai is a little bit farther from the terminal so expect to pay 150 THB ($4.40).

Once you are at the Sukhothai Bus Terminal, you will then board a bus bound for Phitsanulok. The fare is around 60 THB ($1.70).

Upon arrival at the Phitsanulok bus terminal, you can hire a tuk-tuk to take you to the train station for 60 THB ($1.70).

Sukhothai to Phitsanulok by Taxi

Riding a taxi from Sukhothai to Phitsanulok is the most convenient option. The driver can pick you up from your hotel and then drop you off at the Phitsanulok Railway Station.

We recommend Kim Transfers Thailand as they offer the best value with rates starting from 2 THB ($67.00). You can book Kim Transfers or other private transport providers via the link below.

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Sukhothai to Phitsanulok by Tuk-tuk

Tuk-tuks are convenient for short trips around the city. For long journeys, they are not ideal as they make the ride slower and bumpier.

If you need to travel the 63 km distance between Sukhothai and Phitsanulok, taking a taxi makes more sense. Besides comfort and safety, you can be sure that your luggage won’t get wet when it rains.

Step 2: Phitsanulok to Bangkok by Train

Duration: 4.5-8 hours

Cost: 180 THB ($5.00)

Duration: 4.5-8 hours

Cost: 180 THB ($5.00)

Numerous trains go from Phitsanulok to Bangkok from morning to past midnight.

Among the options, the fastest train is SP8 as it only takes 4h 41 min to reach Bangkok. It costs 479 THB ($14.00) for a 2nd class seat in an air-conditioned car.

If you are on a budget, you can take the RP112 train. It only costs 180 THB ($5.00) for a 3rd class seat but the journey is almost 8 hours long.

Those who want to save on accommodations can opt for sleeper trains. RP 108 and SP14 offer second-class berths ranging between 640 THB ($18.50) to 700 THB ($20.50).

Train Schedule from Phitsanulok to Bangkok

Train	Schedule	Second Class A/C Seats
RP112	10:03-18:00	180 THB ($5.00) Check Train Tickets
SP8	14:44-19:25	480 THB ($14.00) Check Train Tickets
RP108	22:09-05:10	640 THB ($18.50) Check Train Tickets
SP14	00:01-06:15	700 THB ($20.50) Check Train Tickets

TIP: Train tickets are sold up to 90 days prior to departure. Book your ticket in advance as train tickets tend to sell out fast!

Sukhothai to Bangkok by Flight

Duration: 1hr 20m + transfer time

Cost: 1 THB ($46.50)

Duration: 1hr 20m + transfer time

Cost: 1 THB ($46.50)

Bangkok Airways used to offer 3 flights every day from Sukhothai (THS) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) in Bangkok. Due to the pandemic, only 1 daily flight is available.

Flights depart at 17:50, and ticket prices start at 1 THB ($46.50).

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Sukhothai Airport is located 30 km north of New Sukhothai, which means you will need to arrange a transfer from your hotel. Bangkok Airways provides a shuttle service for a fee.

Contact them directly to inquire about up-to-date information on pricing, schedule, and availability. Another option is to arrange a transfer with your hotel.

From Suvarnabhumi Airport, you can reach Bangkok in 40 minutes to 1.5 hours, depending on your mode of transport.