Bus and Railway Stations in Pattaya, Piers

Bus Stations

Pattaya has several departure points for intercity buses. The main state station is the North Station (North Pattaya Station). In addition, there are private terminals like Nakhonchai Air, the southern station in Jomtien, and T-Tour in the center. Below we'll break down each one: where they are, which routes depart, how to get to the station from your hotel, and how much it costs.

Read about how to get to Pattaya by bus here.

North Bus Station (North Pattaya Station / Roong Reaung Coach Station)

This is the city's main bus station, from which state and most branded routes depart to Bangkok and Hua Hin. The most popular routes are to Bangkok's Ekkamai and Mo Chit bus stations and to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK). Bus No. 389 from the airport arrives here and at Jomtien Station.

Important! Buses from the airport that go to Jomtien Station don't actually enter the station itself, but stop a few hundred meters away on Sukhumvit Highway.

• Schedule and Prices:

  Buses to and from Bangkok depart at least every hour from 05:00 to 23:00. Tickets cost from 148 baht (4.5 USD) + 20 baht for baggage. To Suvarnabhumi Airport – from 06:00 to 22:00, every 1–1.5 hours, price from 139 baht (4.22 USD). Check the current schedule on the carrier's official website pattayabus.com.

  Buses to Hua Hin depart at 15:30, cost 532 baht (16.17 USD). Schedule on https://rrcticket.com/

• Where It Is and How to Get There

  The station is located on North Road (Pattaya Nuea) near the intersection with Sukhumvit Highway (North Pattaya station on the map). Getting here is easy by songthaew minibus: they run frequently along North Road, fare is 15 baht. If you're coming from the center (Beach Road or Second Road), take a songthaew going to Terminal 21, then transfer to a minibus along Pattaya Nuea.

Nakhonchai Air Bus Station

Private carrier Nakhonchai Air (also spelled Na Korn Chai Air) specializes in long-distance routes. The station is located on Sukhumvit Road near the intersection with Central Road (Pattaya Klang) (station on the map). From here you can travel to Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Koh Chang, Koh Samet, and even to Laos.

It's better to buy tickets in advance on the website nakhonchaiair.com (information is in Thai, but you can figure it out), or at travel agencies – they often offer free transfer from your hotel to the station. You can get there on your own by songthaew along Pattaya Klang (to Sukhumvit) or by taxi (from 60 baht).

South Station Jomtien (Roong Reuang Coach Jomtien / Bus 389 Office)

This station is the terminal for bus No. 389 from Suvarnabhumi Airport and some Bangkok routes. It's located in the Jomtien area, on Thappraya Road, near Thepprasit Market (Jomtien Station on the map). Convenient for those staying in Jomtien, Pratumnak, or southern Pattaya.

Prices and schedules are the same as at the North Station: to the airport – from 139 baht (4.22 USD), to Bangkok – from 148 baht. Tickets are sold at the ticket office upon departure. From the station to Jomtien Beach, you can walk (10–15 minutes) or take a songthaew (15 baht) along Thappraya Road toward the sea.

T-Tour Bus Station

A convenient departure point to Bangkok and the airport for those staying in central Pattaya. The station is located near Bali Hai Pier and Walking Street, at the intersection of South Pattaya Road and Second Road (T-Tour station on the map).

Minivans and buses from several private carriers depart from here. Ticket price to Suvarnabhumi Airport is about 200–250 baht (6.08 – 7.6 USD), to Bangkok – from 180 baht. It's better to check the schedule on the spot, as it changes often. The advantage of this station is its proximity to central hotels and the pier.

Sawadee Tour Bus Station to Phuket

Direct bus route Phuket-Pattaya is operated by Sawadee Tour, travel time from 17 hours, ticket from 966 baht (29.36 USD). The bus station is located on Pattaya 3rd Road in the northern part (station on the map). Buy tickets on aggregator websites or at the station ticket office; we haven't seen them at travel agencies.

Strictly speaking, there's no actual bus station there, and not even a sign indicating departures. It's just an office of this transport company with no identifying signs, whose doors are mostly closed.

Railway Stations in Pattaya

Pattaya has a railway station called Pattaya Train Station and a stop called Pattaya Tai Train Station. Both are on the line connecting Sattahip to Bangkok. Trains run infrequently and slowly, but this is the most budget-friendly option (only 32 baht). The main drawback is the inconvenient schedule and long journey (4 to 6 hours).

Read about how to get to Pattaya by train here.

Pattaya Train Station

The main station, with a ticket office and waiting hall. Located near Sukhumvit Highway and North Road (Pattaya railway station on the map).

Train schedule from Bangkok (Hua Lamphong Station):

• Train No. 283 (ordinary, weekdays): departure 06:55, arrival in Pattaya ~10:34. Return No. 284: departure 14:20, arrival in Bangkok 18:15. Price – 32 baht (0.97 USD). In reality, the journey takes 4–5 hours.
• Train No. 997 (express, weekends): departure 06:45, arrival 09:13. Return No. 998: departure 16:26, arrival 18:55. Price – 170 baht (5.17 USD).

Tickets are sold at the ticket office 30 minutes before departure. From the station to the center, you can take a songthaew (15–30 baht), which wait for the train's arrival, or a taxi (about 100 baht). Walking to the beach is about 2 km.

Pattaya Tai Train Station

This is not a station, but a stop without a ticket office or buildings. Located in the southern part of Pattaya, at the intersection of Sukhumvit Road and Soi Wat Boon (Pattaya Tai Train Station on the map). Convenient for those staying in Jomtien or Pratumnak.

Trains stop here on the same schedule as the main station (with a 5–7 minute delay). Tickets are paid on the train – just board and look for the conductor. Same price: 32 baht (0.97 USD) or 170 baht on weekends. From the stop to your hotel, you can take a taxi or motorbike taxi (from 50 baht), as songthaews rarely run here.

Pattaya Pier (Bali Hai Pier)

Bali Hai Pier is located in the southern part of the city, next to Walking Street (pier location on the map). Regular ferries to Koh Lan depart from here, as well as speedboats. There used to be a ferry to Hua Hin, but it's now canceled.

Pattaya – Koh Lan Ferry: departures 7 times a day (07:00, 10:00, 12:00, 14:00, 15:30, 17:00, 18:30). Travel time – 40 minutes. Ticket price – 30 baht (0.91 USD) one way. Return trips from Koh Lan: 06:30, 07:30, 09:30, 12:00, 14:00, 15:30, 17:00, 18:00.

In addition to the ferry, speedboats depart from the pier and beaches (150–300 baht/person, 15–20 minutes), as well as private charter boats. There are always seats on the ferry; tickets are sold before boarding.

If you need to get to Pattaya from other islands (Samui, Phangan, Tao), the easiest way is to use a ready-made combined transfer (ferry + bus) from companies like Lomprayah or Boonsiri – they'll take you right to your hotel in Pattaya. Tickets are sold on carriers' websites or on 12go.asia.

Bus and Train Schedules to Pattaya