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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Khon Kaen to Nakhon Ratchasima
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£4
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£5
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 38 m
Buses on 18 Sept
12
Distance
182 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Khon Kaen to Nakhon Ratchasima is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Khon Kaen to Nakhon Ratchasima will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 12 buses from Khon Kaen to Nakhon Ratchasima, including 12 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 182 km distance in an average of 2 h 38 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
12:402h40Khon Kaen Bus Terminal15:20Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal£41One-way0 changes- 15:202h40Khon Kaen Bus Terminal18:00Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal£41One-way0 changes
- 8:402h40Khon Kaen Bus Terminal11:20Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal£41One-way0 changes
- 18:002h40Khon Kaen Bus Terminal20:40Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal£41One-way0 changes
- 7:002h40Khon Kaen Bus Terminal9:40Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal£41One-way0 changes
23:002h30Khon Kaen Bus Terminal1:30Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal£61One-way0 changes- 12:402h40Khon Kaen Bus Terminal15:20Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal£41One-way0 changes
- 15:202h40Khon Kaen Bus Terminal18:00Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal£41One-way0 changes
- 8:402h40Khon Kaen Bus Terminal11:20Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal£41One-way0 changes
- 18:002h40Khon Kaen Bus Terminal20:40Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal£41One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Khon Kaen to Nakhon Ratchasima
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Khon Kaen to Nakhon Ratchasima among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £4 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 3h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, while a train costs an average of £41.
Distance: 182 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£4 Average Price Cheapest | £41 Average Price | £18 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 2m Average total duration 12h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Khon Kaen to Nakhon Ratchasima:
A coach is £37 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Khon Kaen to Nakhon Ratchasima costing on average £41.
Other travel options to Nakhon Ratchasima take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 32m.
You'll arrive about 23m sooner (2h 40m by bus vs 3h 3m by car) and save roughly £14 compared to fuel and tolls (£4 vs £18). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Nmakkn Group, Sombat Tour.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Live departures
Khon Kaen to Nakhon Ratchasima bus times
The table below shows live departures for Khon Kaen to Nakhon Ratchasima coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:40 Khon Kaen Bus Terminal | 2h40 | 15:20 Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| 14:00 Khon Kaen Bus Terminal | 2h40 | 16:40 Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| 15:20 Khon Kaen Bus Terminal | 2h40 | 18:00 Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| 16:40 Khon Kaen Bus Terminal | 2h40 | 19:20 Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:00 Khon Kaen Bus Terminal | 2h40 | 20:40 Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:30 Khon Kaen Bus Terminal | 3h00 | 1:30 Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| 23:00 Khon Kaen Bus Terminal | 2h30 | 1:30 Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
| 7:00 Khon Kaen Bus Terminal | 2h40 | 9:40 Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:40 Khon Kaen Bus Terminal | 2h40 | 11:20 Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| 10:00 Khon Kaen Bus Terminal | 2h40 | 12:40 Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:20 Khon Kaen Bus Terminal | 2h40 | 14:00 Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Khon Kaen to Nakhon Ratchasima
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Buses from Khon Kaen to Nakhon Ratchasima run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:00, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 182 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 182 km |
Average bus duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 7:00 |
Last bus 23:00 |
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Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Bus providers: Nmakkn Group, Sombat Tour from Khon Kaen to Nakhon RatchasimaYou can travel by bus between Khon Kaen to Nakhon Ratchasima with Nmakkn Group, Sombat Tour for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Khon Kaen to Nakhon Ratchasima coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Khon Kaen to Nakhon Ratchasima by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Nakhon Ratchasima, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Khon Kaen and Nakhon Ratchasima
Most Khon Kaen to Nakhon Ratchasima buses use the Khon Kaen Bus Terminal to Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal station pair. Use this guide to compare Khon Kaen and Nakhon Ratchasima bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Khon Kaen station do buses to Nakhon Ratchasima leave from?
Getting to Khon Kaen Bus Terminal from Khon Kaen city centre
Khon Kaen Bus Terminal is 7 km from Khon Kaen city centre. Public transport options include:
Khon Kaen Bus Terminal bus station facilities and services
Khon Kaen Bus Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food court and several local food vendors inside terminal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal. ATMs are aTMs from multiple banks available.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Khon Kaen Bus Terminal.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Khon Kaen Bus Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Khon Kaen Bus Terminal: Wheelchair accessible.
Which Nakhon Ratchasima station do buses from Khon Kaen arrive at?
Getting to Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal from Nakhon Ratchasima city centre
Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal is 2 km from Nakhon Ratchasima city centre. Public transport options include:
Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal bus station facilities and services
Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food court and several local food vendors inside terminal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in terminal. ATMs are aTMs from major Thai banks available.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal: Wheelchair accessible.
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