What is the cheapest way to get from Bangkok to River Kwai Bridge?

The cheapest way to get from Bangkok to River Kwai Bridge is to train which costs ฿40 - ฿900 and takes 2h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bangkok to River Kwai Bridge?

The fastest way to get from Bangkok to River Kwai Bridge is to drive which takes 1h 27m and costs ฿480 - ฿750.

Is there a direct bus between Bangkok and River Kwai Bridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Bangkok to River Kwai Bridge. However, there are services departing from Bangkok Sai Tai Mai Terminal and arriving at Kanchanaburi via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Bangkok and River Kwai Bridge?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Thon Buri and arriving at River Kwai Bridge. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Bangkok to River Kwai Bridge?

The distance between Bangkok and River Kwai Bridge is 119 km. The road distance is 130.2 km.

How do I travel from Bangkok to River Kwai Bridge without a car?

The best way to get from Bangkok to River Kwai Bridge without a car is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs ฿40 - ฿900.

How long does it take to get from Bangkok to River Kwai Bridge?

The train from Thon Buri to River Kwai Bridge takes 2h 37m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Bangkok to River Kwai Bridge bus from?

Bangkok to River Kwai Bridge bus services, operated by Win Happy, depart from Bangkok Sai Tai Mai Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Bangkok to River Kwai Bridge train from?

Bangkok to River Kwai Bridge train services, operated by State Railway of Thailand, depart from Thon Buri station.

Train or bus from Bangkok to River Kwai Bridge?

The best way to get from Bangkok to River Kwai Bridge is to train which takes 2h 39m and costs ฿40 - ฿900. Alternatively, you can Minivan, which costs ฿220 - ฿260 and takes 3h 5m.

Where does the Bangkok to River Kwai Bridge bus arrive?

Bangkok to River Kwai Bridge bus services, operated by Win Happy, arrive at Kanchanaburi station.

Where does the Bangkok to River Kwai Bridge train arrive?

Bangkok to River Kwai Bridge train services, operated by State Railway of Thailand, arrive at River Kwai Bridge station.

Can I drive from Bangkok to River Kwai Bridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Bangkok to River Kwai Bridge is 130 km. It takes approximately 1h 27m to drive from Bangkok to River Kwai Bridge.

How do I get a train ticket from Bangkok to River Kwai Bridge?

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Where can I stay near River Kwai Bridge?

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Bangkok to River Kwai Bridge - 5 ways to travel via train, Minivan, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Bangkok to River Kwai Bridge by train, bus, car, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Thon Buri to River Kwai Bridgetrain Death Railway BKK
2h 39m
฿40–900
Minivan
1. Take the bus from Bangkok Sai Tai Mai Terminal to Kanchanaburibus Southern Bangkok
3h 5m
฿225–253
Drive 130.2 km
1. Drive from Bangkok to River Kwai Bridgecar 130.2 km
1h 27m
฿490–707
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Bangkok to River Kwai Bridgetaxi 130.2 km
1h 27m
฿1,200–1,500
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bangkok Sai Tai Mai Terminal to Sathani Rotfai Sala Yabus 515 Inbound
2. Take the train from Salaya to River Kwai Bridgetrain Death Railway BKK
3h 42m
฿47–924

Bangkok to River Kwai Bridge by train and foot

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2h 39mAverage Duration

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Distance: 119.5 km
Duration: 2h 39m

What companies run services between Bangkok, Thailand and River Kwai Bridge, Thailand?

State Railway of Thailand operates a train from Thon Buri to River Kwai Bridge twice daily. Tickets cost ฿40–900 and the journey takes 2h 37m. Alternatively, Win Happy operates a bus from Bangkok Sai Tai Mai Terminal to Kanchanaburi every 2 hours. Tickets cost ฿150–170 and the journey takes 3h.

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