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    Songthaew ฿10
    Grab & Bolt

    Transport & Getting Around

    Navigate Pattaya with confidence. From songthaews to motorbikes, find the best way to get around.

    Songthaew GuideFrom Bangkok

    Quick Transport Facts

    Approximate costs for getting around

    Songthaew Fare
    ฿10-20
    Fixed route
    Motorbike Rental
    ฿200-300
    Per day
    Grab/Bolt
    ฿50-150
    Short trips
    Bangkok to Pattaya
    1.5-2h
    Bus/Minivan
    Airport Taxi
    ฿1,200-1,500
    From Suvarnabhumi
    Koh Larn Ferry
    ฿30
    One way
    Most Popular

    Getting from Bangkok to Pattaya

    Distance: ~150 km. Travel time: 1.5-2.5 hours depending on traffic.

    Full Guide

    Bus (Roong Reuang Coach)

    ฿120-150
    2-2.5 hrs

    From: Ekkamai / Mo Chit

    To: North Pattaya Bus Station

    Frequency: Every 30 min

    Cheapest
    Safe
    Air-conditioned

    Minivan

    ฿180-250
    1.5-2 hrs

    From: Ekkamai / Mo Chit / Airport

    To: Multiple drop-off points

    Frequency: When full (~20 min)

    Faster than bus
    Closer drop-off
    Frequent

    Private Taxi

    ฿1,200-1,500
    1.5 hrs

    From: Suvarnabhumi / Don Mueang

    To: Door-to-door

    Frequency: Book ahead or on-demand

    Most convenient
    Door-to-door
    Great for groups

    U-Tapao Airport

    Varies
    30 min from Pattaya

    From: Domestic/International flights

    To: South Pattaya area

    Frequency: Limited flights

    Closest airport
    Skip Bangkok
    Smaller airport

    Cost Comparison

    Compare transport options in Pattaya

    Approximate prices 2024
    TransportCostSpeedComfortAvailableBest For
    Songthaew
    Popular
    สองแถว
    ฿10-20
    $0.30-0.60
    Slow
    		All day
    Budget
    Grab/Bolt
    Popular
    แกร็บ/โบลต์
    ฿50-200
    $1.50-6
    Fast
    		24/7
    Convenience
    Motorbike Taxi
    มอเตอร์ไซค์รับจ้าง
    ฿20-100
    $0.60-3
    Fastest
    		Daytime
    Short trips
    Rent Motorbike
    เช่ามอเตอร์ไซค์
    ฿200-300/day
    $6-9/day
    Freedom
    		24/7
    Exploring
    Private Taxi
    แท็กซี่เหมา
    ฿200-500
    $6-15
    Fast
    		24/7
    Groups
    Koh Larn Ferry
    Popular
    เรือเกาะล้าน
    ฿30
    $0.90
    45 min
    		7:00-18:30
    Island trip

    Transport Options

    Choose the best way to get around based on your needs

    Popular
    ฿10-20

    Songthaew

    Public Pickup Trucks

    The cheapest way to get around Pattaya. Run fixed routes along the beach and through town.

    • Fixed routes
    • Wave to stop
    • Ring bell to exit
    Learn more
    ฿200-300/day

    Motorbike

    Rental or Taxi

    Popular with locals and tourists. International license required for rentals.

    • Maximum freedom
    • Daily/weekly rental
    • IDP required
    Learn more
    Popular
    ฿50-200

    Grab & Bolt

    Ride-hailing Apps

    Convenient and safe. Fixed prices shown upfront. Pay cash or card.

    • Fixed price
    • Air-conditioned
    • GPS tracking
    Learn more
    Popular
    ฿120-1,500

    From Bangkok

    Bus, Minivan, Taxi

    Multiple options from Bangkok and airports. Bus is cheapest, taxi is fastest.

    • Bus ฿120-150
    • Minivan ฿180-250
    • Taxi ฿1,200-1,500
    Learn more
    ฿30-300

    Boats

    Ferries & Speedboats

    Travel to Koh Larn and nearby islands. Ferries are cheap, speedboats are faster.

    • Koh Larn ฿30
    • Speedboat ฿300
    • Island tours
    Learn more
    ฿800-2,000/day

    Self-Driving

    Car Rental

    Great for families or trips outside the city. Drive on the left. IDP required.

    • Left-hand driving
    • IDP required
    • Insurance included
    Learn more

    Transport Tips & Advice

    Essential do's and don'ts for getting around Pattaya

    Do's

    Use Grab/Bolt

    Download apps before arrival. Fixed prices, safe rides.

    Carry Cash

    Songthaews and motorbike taxis only accept cash. Have small bills ready.

    Negotiate First

    For chartered songthaews or taxis, agree on price before getting in.

    Wear Helmet

    It's the law and fines are ฿400-1,000. Insist on one from rental shops.

    Don'ts

    Don't Drink & Drive

    Severe penalties in Thailand. Use Grab instead.

    Don't Forget License

    International Driving Permit required for rentals.

    Don't Skip Photos

    Always photograph vehicle condition before renting.

    Don't Leave Passport

    Give a copy, never the original. It's your only ID.

    Local Pro Tips

    • 1
      The 'ViaBus' app shows real-time songthaew routes and locations.
    • 2
      Songthaews run most frequently between 8:00-22:00.
    • 3
      Grab is often cheaper than Bolt for short distances.
    • 4
      Koh Larn ferries depart from Bali Hai Pier near Walking Street.
    • 5
      Avoid Sukhumvit Road during rush hours (7-9am and 5-7pm).

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