Nong Khai to Bangkok train with Thailand Railways

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Nong Khai to Bangkok

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 06 Sept

Cheapest price on 06 Sept

£32

Average ticket price on 06 Sept

£39

Fastest journey on 06 Sept

8 h 50 m

Average journey duration on 06 Sept

9 h 54 m

Trains on 06 Sept

6

Distance

517 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train 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 £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.

Fast trains

On Sun 06 Sept, we found 6 trains from Nong Khai to Bangkok, including 4 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 517 km distance in an average of 9 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 50 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.

  • State Railway of Thailand
    7:458h50
    Nong Khai
    16:35Bangkok
    £321One-way
    0 changes
  • State Railway of Thailand
    18:5010h30
    Nong Khai
    5:20Bangkok
    £321One-way
    0 changes
  • State Railway of Thailand
    19:4010h10
    Nong Khai
    5:50Bangkok
    £321One-way
    0 changes
  • State Railway of Thailand
    20:1511h15
    Nong Khai
    7:30Bangkok
    £321One-way
    0 changes
  • State Railway of Thailand
    18:5010h20
    Nong Khai
    5:10Bangkok
    £541One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Nong Khai to Bangkok

Omio 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

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Train
Most popular
Coach
Flight
Driving

£9

Average Price

Cheapest

£14

Average Price

£33

Average Price

£8

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

10h 58m

Average total duration

10h 28m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

10h 37m

Average total duration

10h 7m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

3h 3m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 3m

Onboard

+

2h 0m

Additional time*

8h 43m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Thailand Railways

Most popular train company

Cherdchai Tour

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Nok Air

Most popular airline

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Nong Khai to Bangkok is a train with an average price of £9.

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.

The fastest way to travel from Nong Khai to Bangkok is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 3m.

Other travel options to Bangkok take longer:

Coach takes on average 10h 7m.

Train takes on average 10h 28m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Nong Khai and Bangkok including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £9 compared to roughly £8 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-1.48. The journey takes 10h 28m versus 8h 43m 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.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Nong Khai to Bangkok train times

The table below shows live departures for Nong Khai to Bangkok trains for today, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
State Railway of Thailand7:45 Nong Khai
8h50
16:35 Bangkok0 changesdirect
State Railway of Thailand18:50 Nong Khai
10h20
5:10 Bangkok1 change
State Railway of Thailand18:50 Nong Khai
10h30
5:20 Bangkok0 changesdirect
State Railway of Thailand19:40 Nong Khai
9h40
5:20 Bangkok1 change
State Railway of Thailand19:40 Nong Khai
10h10
5:50 Bangkok0 changesdirect
State Railway of Thailand20:15 Nong Khai
11h15
7:30 Bangkok0 changesdirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Nong Khai to Bangkok

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Trains from Nong Khai to Bangkok run on average 5 times per day, taking around 10h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 if you book in advance.

There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 13:15, the last at 13:15. The fastest train covers the 517 km distance in 11h 5m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
517 km
Average train duration
10h 28m
Cheapest ticket price
£9
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
11h 5m
First train
13:15
Last train
13:15
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Tue
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Thailand Railways, State Railway of Thailand from Nong Khai to Bangkok trainsThailand Railways, State Railway of Thailand trains will get you between Nong Khai and Bangkok from £9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Thailand Railways

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Thailand Railways Duration
11h 5m
Cheapest Thailand Railways Price
£9

State Railway of Thailand

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average State Railway of Thailand Duration
8h 50m
Cheapest State Railway of Thailand Price
£32
State Railway of Thailand frequency
5 a day

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Thai baht (฿)

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.

Average meal costs

Budget
฿60-150 for street food or a simple meal.
Mid-range
฿250-600 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
฿1,500+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
฿60-120 for a cappuccino.

Tipping culture

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.

FAQs: Nong Khai to Bangkok train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nong Khai 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Nong Khai to Bangkok can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £9, while the average price tends to be around £9.
The train journey from Nong Khai to Bangkok covers a distance of 517 km and takes approximately 11h 5m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Nong Khai to Bangkok is 517 km.
The first train from Nong Khai to Bangkok leaves at 13:15.
The last train from Nong Khai to Bangkok departs at 13:15.
Trains from Nong Khai to Bangkok run approximately 5 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Nong Khai to Bangkok.
Yes, there is a direct train between Nong Khai and Bangkok. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Thailand Railways, State Railway of Thailand.
To get from Nong Khai to Bangkok, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
There is no night train service from Nong Khai to Bangkok.
The cheapest way to get from Nong Khai to Bangkok is by train, costing approximately £9.
Booking trains from Nong Khai to Bangkok in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, you can take the train from Nong Khai to Bangkok.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Nong Khai and Bangkok

Most Nong Khai to Bangkok trains use the to Bangkok, Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Nong Khai and Bangkok train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Nong Khai
Arrival train stations in Bangkok
Bangkok, Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal StationBang Sue, Bangkok 10900, ThailandAccessibility

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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