Premium First Class
- Blanket
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£14
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£17
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
8 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
9 h 5 m
Buses on 18 Sept
7
Distance
517 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Nong Khai to Bangkok is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nong Khai to Bangkok will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 7 buses from Nong Khai to Bangkok, including 7 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 517 km distance in an average of 9 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 45 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.



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943-9Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Nong Khai to Bangkok among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, while a flight costs an average of £33.
Distance: 517 km
Most popular Coach | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£14 Average Price | £33 Average Price | £9 Average Price Cheapest | £8 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 37m Average total duration 10h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 10h 58m Average total duration 10h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nong Khai to Bangkok:
A train is £5 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Nong Khai to Bangkok costing on average £14.
A train is £24 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nong Khai to Bangkok costing on average £33.
Other travel options to Bangkok take longer:
Coach takes on average 10h 7m.
Train takes on average 10h 28m.
Tickets start at around £14 compared to roughly £8 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-6.79. The journey takes 10h 7m versus 8h 43m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Nong Khai to Bangkok 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 19:00 Nong Khai Bus Terminal | 10h40 | 5:40 Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 changesdirect | |
943-3 | 19:00 Nong Khai Bus Terminal | 9h15 | 4:15 Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:30 Nong Khai Bus Terminal | 10h00 | 5:30 Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:30 Nong Khai Bus Terminal | 8h45 | 4:15 Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:00 Nong Khai Bus Terminal | 8h25 | 4:25 Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:00 Nong Khai Bus Terminal | 9h15 | 20:15 Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Buses from Nong Khai to Bangkok run on average 8 times per day, taking around 10h 7m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 but you can travel from only £9 by train.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:55, the last at 22:05. The fastest coach covers the 517 km distance in 9h 15m.
Distance 517 km |
Average bus duration 10h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 9h 15m |
First bus 0:55 |
Last bus 22:05 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nong Khai to Bangkok 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 Bangkok, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Nong Khai to Bangkok buses use the Nong Khai Bus Terminal to Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal station pair, with some services arriving at Bangkok, Minibus Station (Chatuchak). Use this guide to compare Nong Khai and Bangkok bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Nong Khai Bus Terminal is 1 km from Nong Khai city centre. Public transport options include:
Nong Khai Bus Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Local food stalls and small restaurants inside terminal
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are aTM machines from major Thai banks.
Ticket office support is available at Nong Khai Bus Terminal.
Available at Nong Khai Bus Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nong Khai Bus Terminal: Wheelchair accessible.
Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal is 8 km from Bangkok city centre. Public transport options include:
Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court and various food stalls available inside terminal
Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal. ATMs are several ATMs from major Thai banks.
Ticket office support is available at Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal.
Available at Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal: Wheelchair ramps and elevators available.
Bangkok, Minibus Station (Chatuchak) is 8 km from Bangkok city centre. Public transport options include:
Bangkok, Minibus Station (Chatuchak) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court and several local food vendors available inside terminal
Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal. ATMs are several ATMs from major Thai banks.
Ticket office support is available at Bangkok, Minibus Station (Chatuchak).
Available at Bangkok, Minibus Station (Chatuchak): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bangkok, Minibus Station (Chatuchak): Wheelchair ramps and elevators available.
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