The average train between Bangkok and Khon Kaen takes 7h 28m and the fastest train takes 6h 45m. The train service runs several times per day from Bangkok to Khon Kaen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Bangkok and Khon Kaen. The earliest departure is at 8:45 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Bangkok is at 9:25 PM which arrives into Khon Kaen at 5:19 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 7h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Bangkok station and arriving at Khon Kaen station. Services depart 3 times a day, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 7h 28m.
Bangkok to Khon Kaen train services, operated by State Railway of Thailand, depart from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal station.
Bangkok to Khon Kaen train services, operated by State Railway of Thailand, arrive at Khon Kaen station.
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The distance between Bangkok and Khon Kaen is 390.2 km. The road distance is 491 km.
State Railway of Thailand operates a train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Khon Kaen 4 times a day. Tickets cost ฿160–1,300 and the journey takes 6h 45m.