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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Bangkok to Nong Khai
Cheapest price on 06 Sept
£32
Average ticket price on 06 Sept
£32
Fastest journey on 06 Sept
8 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 06 Sept
9 h 45 m
Trains on 06 Sept
3
Distance
517 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Bangkok to Nong Khai is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bangkok to Nong Khai will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
On Sun 06 Sept, we found 3 trains from Bangkok to Nong Khai, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 517 km distance in an average of 9 h 45 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 10 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.
8:458h45Bangkok17:30Nong Khai£321One-way0 changes- 20:2510h00Bangkok6:25Nong Khai£321One-way0 changes
- 21:2510h30Bangkok7:55Nong Khai£321One-way0 changes
- 8:458h45Bangkok17:30Nong Khai£321One-way0 changes
- 20:2510h00Bangkok6:25Nong Khai£321One-way0 changes
- 21:2510h30Bangkok7:55Nong Khai£321One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Bangkok to Nong Khai
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bangkok to Nong Khai 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 4m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £9, while a flight costs an average of £30.
Distance: 517 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£9 Average Price Cheapest | £15 Average Price | £30 Average Price | £61 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 8m Average total duration 9h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 38m Average total duration 10h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 4m Average total duration Fastest 1h 4m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 35m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bangkok to Nong Khai:
A train is £6 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Bangkok to Nong Khai costing on average £15.
A train is £21 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bangkok to Nong Khai costing on average £30.
Other travel options to Nong Khai take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 38m.
Coach takes on average 10h 8m.
Tickets start at around £9 compared to roughly £61 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £52. The journey takes 9h 38m versus 8h 35m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Thailand Railways, State Railway of Thailand.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Bangkok to Nong Khai train times
The table below shows live departures for Bangkok to Nong Khai trains for today, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:45 Bangkok | 8h45 | 17:30 Nong Khai | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:25 Bangkok | 10h00 | 6:25 Nong Khai | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:25 Bangkok | 10h30 | 7:55 Nong Khai | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Bangkok to Nong Khai
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Trains from Bangkok to Nong Khai run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 14:25, the last at 14:25. The fastest train covers the 517 km distance in 10h 30m.
Distance 517 km |
Average train duration 9h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price £9 |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 10h 30m |
First train 14:25 |
Last train 14:25 |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Train companies: Thailand Railways, State Railway of Thailand from Bangkok to Nong Khai trainsThailand Railways, State Railway of Thailand trains will get you between Bangkok and Nong Khai from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Bangkok to Nong Khai train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bangkok to Nong Khai by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Nong Khai, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Bangkok and Nong Khai
Most Bangkok to Nong Khai trains use the Bangkok, Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station to station pair. Use this guide to compare Bangkok and Nong Khai train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bangkok, Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station train station facilities and services
Bangkok, Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bangkok, Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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