Phrae to Bangkok

Phrae to Bangkok

Phrae
Bangkok
Fri, Sep 4
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Phrae to Bangkok Destination Reviews

MG
Mark G
Comfortable train ride. Overnight train in second class sleeper. Relatively quiet. Clean. A good mode of transportation.
Phrae to Bangkok, Train #52 2nd Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Jul 12, 2026
JB
Joshus B
Bus departure was on time but it took us longer than expected to arrive at the destination. The 8-hour trip turned to 10 hours...
Phrae to Bangkok, Bus Express, Ponphriya (พรพิริยะทัวร์), Jun 23, 2026
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Phrae to Bangkok Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Than Car Service
Van 9pax
Any time
+8h
$250.61
Train
Thai Railway
Class 3 Fan
07:30
17:20
$5.98
Bus
Ponphriya
Intercity
08:00
16:20
$15.32
Bus
Ponphriya
Intercity
09:15
16:20
$14.06
Bus
Nakhonchai Air
Gold Class
09:56
18:14
$16.41
  5.0
Train
Thai Railway
Class 3 Fan
10:46
19:30
$5.98
Train
Thai Railway
2nd Class AC seats only
12:09
18:40
$14.75
Train
Thai Railway
2nd Class AC seats only
12:39
18:55
$14.60
Bus
Ponphriya
VIP
19:00
03:20
$17.85
Train
Thai Railway
Class 3 Fan
19:48
05:10
$7.30
  5.0
Bus
Budsarakham Tour
Intercity
20:15
04:45
$17.22
Bus
Nakhonchai Air
Gold Class
20:35
04:15
$16.41
  5.0
Bus
Budsarakham Tour
Intercity
21:00
05:00
$16.41
Bus
Nakhonchai Air
Gold Class
21:26
05:06
$16.41
  5.0
Bus
Thaibus Tour
Intercity
22:00
07:10
$14.06
Train
Thai Railway
2nd Class Sleeper AC
22:36
06:50
$29.03

How to get from Phrae to Bangkok

Travelling between Phrae and Bangkok is possible by Bus, train and taxi. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 26.02 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 7.42.

How long does it take to get from Phrae to Bangkok?

It can take you anywhere between 6 and 10 hours to travel between Phrae and Bangkok depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Phrae and Bangkok. Train will bring you to your destination in 5h 57m. Train does a much slower job and take about 9h 20m to reach Bangkok.

How much does it cost to get from Phrae to Bangkok?

Travelling between Phrae and Bangkok can be as cheap as USD 7.42 if you opt for a Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย) train and as expensive as USD 26.02 if you buy a Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย) Train ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Phrae and Bangkok ?

  • 26 from Phrae to Bangkok starting from 08:00 Den Chai until 21:35 Den Chai

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Phrae to Bangkok.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Phrae to Bangkok overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Phrae and Bangkok

Budsarakham Tour (บุษราคัมทัวร์), Nakhonchai Air (นครชัยแอร์), Thaibus Tour (ไทยบัสทัวร์)

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Phrae and Bangkok

Than Car Service (ธาน คาร์ เซอร์วิส)

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Phrae to Bangkok?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 61% took a train
  • 38% opted for a bus
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Phrae to Bangkok

Facts about the transport from Phrae to Bangkok

Cheapest Transport$8
Fastest Transport5h 57m
Earliest Departure8:00 AM
Latest Departure9:35 PM
Departures per day26
Distance298 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBudsarakham Tour, Nakhonchai Air, Thai Railway, Thaibus Tour, Than Car Service