What is the cheapest way to get from Kunming to Pattaya?

The cheapest way to get from Kunming to Pattaya is to train and bus which costs ฿2600 - ฿6000 and takes 29h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kunming to Pattaya?

The fastest way to get from Kunming to Pattaya is to fly and bus which takes 7h 38m and costs ฿4100 - ฿9000.

Is there a direct bus between Kunming and Pattaya?

No, there is no direct bus from Kunming to Pattaya. However, there are services departing from Kunming South and arriving at Pattaya Pannipa via Central Bus Station Vientiane, Nongkhai Bus Terminal and Mochit New Van Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 27h 44m.

How far is it from Kunming to Pattaya?

The distance between Kunming and Pattaya is 1441 km.

How do I travel from Kunming to Pattaya without a car?

The best way to get from Kunming to Pattaya without a car is to bus via Nong Khai which takes 27h 44m and costs ฿2200 - ฿4100.

How long does it take to get from Kunming to Pattaya?

It takes approximately 7h 38m to get from Kunming to Pattaya, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kunming to Pattaya bus from?

Kunming to Pattaya bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, depart from Kunming South station.

Where does the Kunming to Pattaya bus arrive?

Kunming to Pattaya bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, arrive at Laos Vientiane station.

What is the time difference between Kunming and Pattaya?

Pattaya is 1h behind Kunming. It is currently 1:52 AM in Kunming and 12:52 AM in Pattaya.

Where can I stay near Pattaya?

There are 4835+ hotels available in Pattaya.

Kunming to Pattaya - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Kunming to Pattaya by plane, bus, or train

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Fly to Suvarnabhumi Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)plane KMG - BKK
2. Take the bus from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Pattaya Jomtien Bus Stationbus
7h 38m
฿4,182–8,901
Bus via Nong Khai
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kunming South to Laos Vientianebus
2. Take the bus from Nongkhai Bus Terminal to Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Mochit New Van Terminal to Pattaya Pannipabus
27h 44m
฿2,284–4,102
Train, bus via Nong Khai
1. Take the train from Kunming South to Vientiane stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Nongkhai Bus Terminal to Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Mochit New Van Terminal to Pattaya Pannipabus
21h 45m
฿3,245–6,145
Fly to Don Mueang International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)plane KMG - DMK
2. Take the bus from Mo Chit Bus Terminal to South Pattaya Wongsaithing Tour Bus Stopbus
8h 49m
฿3,799–11,441
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kunming South to Vientiane stationtrain
2. Take the train from Khamsavath Station to Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminaltrain
3. Take the bus from Mochit New Van Terminal to Pattaya Pannipabus
29h 5m
฿2,616–5,753
Bus
1. Take the bus from Kunming South to Laos Vientianebus
2. Take the bus from Morning Market, Vientiane to Mochit New Van Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Mochit New Van Terminal to Pattaya Pannipabus
34h 30m
฿3,112–6,530

Kunming Changshui International Airport (KMG) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) flights

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2h 46mAverage Duration

฿2,056Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,440.6 km
Duration: 7h 38m

What companies run services between Kunming, China and Pattaya, Thailand?

You can take a subway from South Ring Road to Pattaya Pannipa via South Bus Station, Kunming South, Laos Vientiane, Central Bus Station Vientiane, Nongkhai Bus Terminal, Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal, and Mochit New Van Terminal in around 27h 44m.

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