What is the cheapest way to get from Bangkok to Khon Kaen?

The cheapest way to get from Bangkok to Khon Kaen is to train which costs ฿160 - ฿1300 and takes 6h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bangkok to Khon Kaen?

The fastest way to get from Bangkok to Khon Kaen is to fly which takes 3h 24m and costs ฿1100 - ฿2100.

Is there a direct bus between Bangkok and Khon Kaen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal and arriving at Khon Kaen. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Bangkok and Khon Kaen?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal and arriving at Khon Kaen. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 45m.

How far is it from Bangkok to Khon Kaen?

The distance between Bangkok and Khon Kaen is 389 km. The road distance is 446.8 km.

How do I travel from Bangkok to Khon Kaen without a car?

The best way to get from Bangkok to Khon Kaen without a car is to train which takes 6h 45m and costs ฿160 - ฿1300.

How long does it take to get from Bangkok to Khon Kaen?

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Bangkok to Khon Kaen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bangkok to Khon Kaen bus from?

Bangkok to Khon Kaen bus services, operated by Nakhonchai Air, depart from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Bangkok to Khon Kaen train from?

Bangkok to Khon Kaen train services, operated by State Railway of Thailand, depart from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal station.

Train, bus or fly from Bangkok to Khon Kaen?

The best way to get from Bangkok to Khon Kaen is to fly which takes 3h 24m and costs ฿1100 - ฿2100. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ฿160 - ฿1300 and takes 6h 45m, you could also bus, which costs ฿460 - ฿800 and takes 6h 53m.

Where does the Bangkok to Khon Kaen bus arrive?

Bangkok to Khon Kaen bus services, operated by Nakhonchai Air, arrive at Khon Kaen station.

Where does the Bangkok to Khon Kaen train arrive?

Bangkok to Khon Kaen train services, operated by State Railway of Thailand, arrive at Khon Kaen station.

Can I drive from Bangkok to Khon Kaen?

Yes, the driving distance between Bangkok to Khon Kaen is 447 km. It takes approximately 5h 56m to drive from Bangkok to Khon Kaen.

How do I get a train ticket from Bangkok to Khon Kaen?

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Where can I stay near Khon Kaen?

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Bangkok to Khon Kaen - 10 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, car, and taxi

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There are 10 ways to get from Bangkok to Khon Kaen by plane, train, bus, car, or taxi

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Fly Don Mueang International Airport to Khon Kaen Airport
best
1. Fly from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Khon Kaen Airport (KKC)plane DMK - KKC
3h 24m
฿1,100–2,100
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Khon Kaentrain 25 Hua Lamphong - Nong Khai - Class II Sleeper AC / ...
6h 45m
฿160–1,300
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal to Khon Kaenbus
6h 53m
฿460–800
Drive 446.8 km
1. Drive from Bangkok to Khon Kaencar 446.8 km
5h 56m
฿1,679–2,425
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bangkok to Khon Kaentaxi 446.8 km
5h 56m
฿4,200–5,000
Bus to Suvarnabhumi Airport, fly to Khon Kaen Airport
1. Take the bus from ตรงข้ามเอ็นที่กรุงเกษม;Opposite N at Krung Kasem to สนามบินสุวรรณภูมิbus
2. Fly from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Khon Kaen Airport (KKC)plane BKK - KKC
3h 47m
฿1,060–2,260
Fly Don Mueang International Airport to Udon Thani International Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Udon Thani International Airport (UTH)plane DMK - UTH
2. Take the taxi from Udon-Thani-Airport-UTH to Khon Kaentaxi
4h 5m
฿2,196–3,837
Fly Suvarnabhumi Airport to Udon Thani International Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Udon Thani International Airport (UTH)plane BKK - UTH
2. Take the taxi from Udon-Thani-Airport-UTH to Khon Kaentaxi
4h 38m
฿2,310–4,060
Fly Don Mueang International Airport to Roi Et Airport, bus
1. Fly from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Roi Et Airport (ROI)plane DMK - ROI
2. Take the bus from Roi Et to Khon Kaenbus
5h 29m
฿1,789–3,366
Fly Don Mueang International Airport to Buri Ram, taxi
1. Fly from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Buri Ram (BFV)plane DMK - BFV
2. Take the taxi from Buri Ram (BFV) to Khon Kaentaxi
5h 5m
฿3,540–5,015

Bangkok to Khon Kaen by train

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6h 45mAverage Duration

฿160Cheapest Price

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Distance: 388.5 km
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Bangkok, Thailand and Khon Kaen, Thailand?

Thai Lion Mentari and Thai AirAsia fly from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Khon Kaen Airport (KKC) every 3 hours. Alternatively, 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.

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