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Museum of Contemporary Art Bangkok
Modern riverside galleries showcase Thai and international contemporary art in a spacious building with rotating exhibitions and installations.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£13
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£14
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
8 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
8 h 30 m
Buses on 18 Sept
2
Distance
468 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Ranong to Bangkok is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ranong to Bangkok will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 buses from Ranong to Bangkok, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 468 km distance in an average of 8 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 30 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.




Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Ranong to Bangkok among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £19 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 11m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, while a flight costs an average of £64.
Distance: 468 km
Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£19 Average Price Cheapest | £64 Average Price | £54 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 29m Average total duration 9h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 11m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ranong to Bangkok:
A coach is £45 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ranong to Bangkok costing on average £64.
Other travel options to Bangkok take longer:
Coach takes on average 9h 59m.
Tickets start at around £19 compared to roughly £54 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £35. The journey takes 9h 59m versus 7h 49m 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.
Direct services are operated by Chokeanan, Chokeanan, ChokeAnan Tour, Sombat Tour.
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 Ranong 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 |
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![]() | 12:00 Ranong | 8h30 | 20:30 Bangkok | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:00 Ranong | 8h30 | 21:30 Bangkok | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
![]() | 1:00 Ranong | 8h30 | 9:30 Bangkok | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Ranong to Bangkok run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £19 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 08:00, the last at 20:00. The fastest coach covers the 468 km distance in 9h 0m.
Distance 468 km |
Average bus duration 9h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £19 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 9h 0m |
First bus 8:00 |
Last bus 20:00 |
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Modern riverside galleries showcase Thai and international contemporary art in a spacious building with rotating exhibitions and installations.
Interactive museum using immersive displays to introduce Thai history, culture, beliefs, and everyday life in an engaging, easy format.
National museum in a former palace complex displaying Buddhist art, royal regalia, sculpture, ceramics, and archaeology from across Thailand.
Historic island-like quarter around major temples and civic buildings, ideal for walking between heritage streets, markets, and river piers.
Historic riverside district of street art, shrines, workshops, and hidden lanes, offering a lively mix of heritage buildings and local culture.
Large central park with lakes, walking paths, and monitor lizards. A practical green escape for morning walks, boating, and city views.
Pad Thai is a classic stir-fried rice noodle dish with tamarind, palm sugar, dried shrimp and fish sauce. It is a beloved Thai street food with balanced sweet, sour and salty flavours.
Tom Yum Goong is a hot and sour prawn soup scented with lemongrass, galangal and kaffir lime. It is one of Thailand’s most iconic dishes and a Bangkok staple.
Som Tam is a pounded green papaya salad with lime, chillies, fish sauce and often dried shrimp. It is famous for its bright, fiery flavour and strong north-eastern Thai influence.
Established riverside venue serving traditional Thai dishes in a restored house. The atmosphere is calm, historic and well suited to first-time visitors.
Long-running restaurant known for refined royal Thai cuisine in an elegant traditional setting. Good for a classic sit-down meal near Sathorn.
Busy shophouse eatery famous for crab omelette and other wok-cooked Thai dishes. Expect queues, lively energy and a classic old-Bangkok feel.
Budget-friendly versus many major capitals: cheap street food, low-cost transit and a wide hotel range, though upscale areas and rooftop dining raise costs.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% if no service charge. Taxis: round up the fare. Cafes: small change is appreciated, not expected.
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Suvarnabhumi Airport Rail Link Station -> Phaya Thai, Bangkok
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ranong 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 Ranong to Bangkok buses use the Ranong, Bus Terminal to Bangkok, Bus Terminal (South) station pair, with some services arriving at Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal. Use this guide to compare Ranong and Bangkok bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Ranong, Bus Terminal is 1 km from Ranong city centre. Public transport options include:
Ranong, Bus Terminal has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Small food stalls and local vendors available
ATMs are aTM available at terminal.
Ticket office support is available at Ranong, Bus Terminal.
Available at Ranong, Bus Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ranong, Bus Terminal: Ground level access.
Bangkok, Bus Terminal (South) is 8 km from Bangkok city centre. Public transport options include:
Bangkok, Bus Terminal (South) 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 multiple ATMs from various banks.
Ticket office support is available at Bangkok, Bus Terminal (South).
Available at Bangkok, Bus Terminal (South): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bangkok, Bus Terminal (South): Wheelchair ramps, elevators.
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.
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