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Getting Around Pattaya, Thailand

Globetrotter

19 May 2023 - 5 min read

A visit to Thailand is not complete without visiting Pattaya. Pattaya is Thailand's most prominent tourist center, located in Chonburi Province.

Apart from the sparkling nightlife, many tourist attractions in Pattaya must be visited. You can feel the uniqueness of shopping at the floating market, visiting the Sanctuary of Truth museum, to enjoy the beauty of Coral Island or Coral Island.

To reach Pattaya and get around there, travelers can have some of the transportation recommended below.

Transportation Options From Bangkok to Pattaya

Bus

The advantages of using the bus: The easiest way to get from Bangkok to Pattaya is by bus. The bus ride to Pattaya takes around 2-3 hours. You can arrive by bus from Ekkamai, Mochit, and South Terminal. Bus hours to Pattaya are from 5:30 am to 8 pm and have an arrival time every 30 minutes. The facilities are also quite comfortable with air conditioning, making your trip enjoyable.

Rates: The price for a bus ticket to Pattaya is around 100-150 Baht depending on the terminal and the type of bus.

Tips: If you are traveling to spend the night in Pattaya, you can start your trip in the afternoon or evening. However, you can choose the morning bus if you want to commute from Bangkok to Pattaya.

Train

The advantages of using the train: If you want to travel by train, you can get off at Hua Lamphong station. Pattaya's train station is on the city's outskirts, so you may need other transportation to get to attractions or hotels. The travel time is also longer, which is about 1 hour. There are three choices of train classes from Bangkok to Pattaya, namely:

Class 1, only available on weekends, and travel time is 2 hours.

Class 2, only available on weekends, and travel time is 2 hours.

Class 3, runs daily, and the journey takes 3 hours. Trains to Pattaya run from 6:50 am to 7 pm.

Rates: Train ticket prices start at 31 baht for class 3, 80 baht for class 2, and 100 baht for class 1.

Tips: It is better to check the departure schedule in advance. Ensure you arrive 30 minutes before the train leaves so you don't miss it. If you miss the train, you must wait a long time for the next departure.

Minivan

The advantages of a minivan: If you wanta unique experience, you can use a minivan or minibus. This transportation will pick you up at the hotel, but you must travel about 3 hours to Pattaya.

Rates: From 300-400 Baht one way.

Tips: Please make your minivan reservation one day before departure.

Taxi

The advantages of taxis: Taxis can be a convenient transportation option for those who want to visit Pattaya. The journey is only 2.5 hours because you pass the fast toll access. Taxis can also be a means of transportation when you walk around the city.

Rates: The price from Bangkok to Pattaya is usually around 1,500 Baht, not including the toll fee of 100-200 Baht.

Tips: If you want to save money, you can ask the driver not to pass the toll road. However, the journey to Pattaya will be slower, by around 3 hours.

Airplane

The advantages of using airplanes: Pattaya can also be reached by plane from Bangkok. Travel time is approximately 3 hours and 40 minutes, including transit. There are three departures from Bangkok to Pattaya, specifically 6:30 am, 8:10 am, and 8:25 am.

Rates: Flight tickets from Bangkok to Pattaya are around 5,000-6,000 Baht.

Tips: Order tickets earlier and online at Traveloka to get lower prices.

Transportation for Sightseeing in Pattaya, Thailand

Bus Baht

The advantages of using the bus baht: The most accessible public transportation in Pattaya is the Baht Bus or Songthaew. This mode of transportation is the same as public transportation in Indonesia; it's just that the car used is an open pickup type of car. This car has been modified with seats and a roof to add to the comfort of its passengers. There is only one bus route which is from Second Road to Beach Road. Those of you who want to go to Pattaya Beach can use this mode of transportation to get an unusual holiday sensation.

Rates: The price of this transportation is relatively low, only 10 to 20 Baht, depending on the distance.

Tips: To pay for it, you must give exact money because there is no change. If you pay more, the money will be considered a tip.

Motorbike Taxis

The advantages of using Motorbike taxis: Just like in Indonesia or other Southeast Asian countries, Thailand has many motorbike taxis or motorcycle taxis. You can use this transportation to reach areas Bus Baht cannot reach. Especially if you are traveling alone to Pattaya, then a motorbike taxi is one of the right solutions.

Rates: The price depends on the distance. For short distances, you will be charged 20 Baht. Meanwhile, for long distances, it can be up to 50 Baht.

Tips: Ask the price first before boarding. You can negotiate to get a lower price. Don't forget to pay in cash.

Tuk Tuk

The advantages of using tuk-tuk: This is a typical form of transportation in Thailand that can carry 3 to 4 passengers. Tuk-tuks are almost the same as auto-rickshaws in Jakarta, except that this mode of transportation is more open and has more passenger seats. You can use it to go to your hotel or go around Pattaya.

Rates: The price depends on the distance, but it is usually 30 Baht for short distances.

Tips: If you are interested in using a tuk-tuk to get around Pattaya, you can order at the same time for pick-up and drop-off. You can bid on the price of the tuk-tuk before boarding. Who knows, you can get a low price.

Rent a Motorbike

The advantages of renting a motorbike: Do you want to walk around Pattaya by yourself? Then renting a motorbike is the solution. By renting a motorbike, you can explore Pattaya without being tied to a schedule. You can rent for 8 hours and can extend it if you want. To rent it, you can only prepare a driving license.

Rates: To rent for 4 or 8 hours, you will be charged prices ranging from 50-100 Baht.

Tips: Rent an automatic motorbike to make it easier to drive.

So that's a variety of public transportation you can use to get to and around Pattaya. From public buses to planes, you could choose to go to Pattaya from Bangkok.

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