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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
£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
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.
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.










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
| 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) |
![]() 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 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 £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.
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.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:45 Nong Khai | 8h50 | 16:35 Bangkok | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:50 Nong Khai | 10h20 | 5:10 Bangkok | 1 change | |
![]() | 18:50 Nong Khai | 10h30 | 5:20 Bangkok | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:40 Nong Khai | 9h40 | 5:20 Bangkok | 1 change | |
![]() | 19:40 Nong Khai | 10h10 | 5:50 Bangkok | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:15 Nong Khai | 11h15 | 7:30 Bangkok | 0 changesdirect | |
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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.
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 |
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Modern riverside galleries showcase Thai and international contemporary art in a spacious building with rotating exhibitions and installations.
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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 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.

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.
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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