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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 06 Sept
£36
Average ticket price on 06 Sept
£40
Fastest journey on 06 Sept
14 h 25 m
Average journey duration on 06 Sept
15 h 24 m
Trains on 06 Sept
6
Distance
750 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hat Yai to Bangkok is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hat Yai to Bangkok will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £36.
On Sun 06 Sept, we found 6 trains from Hat Yai to Bangkok, including 5 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 750 km distance in an average of 15 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 h 25 m .
The slowest trains will take 16 h 15 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 flight as it is the most popular option from Hat Yai to Bangkok among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £12, while a flight costs an average of £47.
Distance: 750 km
| Train | Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£12 Average Price Cheapest | £47 Average Price | £22 Average Price | £88 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
15h 51m Average total duration 15h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 17h 49m Average total duration 17h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 13m 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 Hat Yai to Bangkok:
A train is £10 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Hat Yai to Bangkok costing on average £22.
A train is £35 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hat Yai to Bangkok costing on average £47.
Other travel options to Bangkok take longer:
Train takes on average 15h 21m.
Coach takes on average 17h 19m.
Tickets start at around £12 compared to roughly £88 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £77. The journey takes 15h 21m versus 13h 13m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Hat Yai to Bangkok 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 15:11 Hat Yai | 15h54 | 7:05 Bangkok | 1 change | |
![]() | 16:05 Hat Yai | 15h25 | 7:30 Bangkok | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:35 Hat Yai | 16h15 | 9:50 Bangkok | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:45 Hat Yai | 14h25 | 8:10 Bangkok | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:05 Hat Yai | 15h00 | 9:05 Bangkok | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:20 Hat Yai | 16h30 | 10:50 Bangkok | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Hat Yai to Bangkok run on average 5 times per day, taking around 15h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 09:05, the last at 11:20. The fastest train covers the 750 km distance in 15h 25m.
Distance 750 km |
Average train duration 15h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 15h 25m |
First train 9:05 |
Last train 11:20 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 14 days |
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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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hat Yai to Bangkok 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 Bangkok, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Hat Yai to Bangkok trains use the to Bangkok, Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Hat Yai and Bangkok 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 has practical services for this route, including 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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