Facts about the van from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi
| Cheapest Van | $11 |
| Fastest Van | 3h |
| Earliest Van | 9:00 AM |
| Latest Van | 1:00 PM |
| Daily Van Routes | 30 |
| Distance | 145 kilometers |
| Van Companies | GO Family, Mama Travel and Tour, Tara Tour and Travel |
Vans from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi
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Transportation from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi
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Buses$ 4.08
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Taxis$ 67.00
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Vans$ 10.20
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Trains are not available
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Ferries are not available
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Flights are not available
Bangkok to Kanchanaburi Destination Reviews
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Pamela Vehicle make several stops to pick up and drop off on the way to Final destination. Desk attendant said there was no 12pm shuttle, and we would have to wait until 1 maybe 2pm.. But they found us at 1145 and boarded us on a shuttle that left st 1215. I assume they sold enough tickets to run the 12pm shuttle.
Bangkok to Kanchanaburi, Van Minibus, Monsiri Travel Kanchanaburi (มณฑ์สิริ แทรเวล กาญจนบุรี), Jul 20, 2024
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Robin TWas okay, bus stopped 3 times in bangkok to pick up more guests. Next you had to switch the bus at a bus terminal. Both bus were in good condition.
Bangkok to Kanchanaburi, Van Regional 14pax, Mama Travel and Tour (มาม่า ทราเวล), Feb 26, 2024
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Martine FI waited 1 hour for the transfer to the bus station. The van was cramped and the driver drove a bit fast to get to the bus station on time. The bus to Kanchanaburi was impeccable.
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Bangkok to Kanchanaburi, Van Regional 14pax, Mama Travel and Tour (มาม่า ทราเวล), Jan 3, 2024
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Max AI did manage to go from bangkok to kanchanaburi, but the part that was done by tara tour & travel was pretty bad. The people that work at tara are extremely unfriendly and they just drop you off at the busstation, so you can also just take a grab to the minivan terminal and buy a ticket there. The rest did go as planned although it took a bit longer.
Bangkok to Kanchanaburi, Van Regional 14pax, Tara Tour and Travel (ธาราทัวร์แอนด์ทราเวล), Dec 22, 2023
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Lily RBooked to pick us up at 11 but left at 11.30 but still got there on time :) Tara travel was a little hard to find as maps says it’s over the bridge on the right side but it’s the left of the road. Had to swap buses but got aircon and a comfy seat. Really lovely people
Bangkok to Kanchanaburi, Van Regional 14pax, Tara Tour and Travel (ธาราทัวร์แอนด์ทราเวล), Oct 24, 2023
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Kevin PIt was a nice ride and the people were friendly.
Bangkok to Kanchanaburi, Van Regional 14pax, Mama Travel and Tour (มาม่า ทราเวล), Oct 11, 2023
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Ian MOn time and reasonable price - confusion at the terminal saw them put me on and off three busses before the took me back to the original funny but I'm 73 with a dud knee and I had two bags one big heavy one that I had to get in and out of the bus unnessesarily. I also had to pay for a seat for my bag even though te bus was less than 50% full I'm also 6'3" and couldn't get my legs into the seat because they are too close together - bI ewill not do it again however 25 years ago I would have been real good with it.
Bangkok to Kanchanaburi, Van Minibus, Monsiri Travel Kanchanaburi (มณฑ์สิริ แทรเวล กาญจนบุรี), Sep 5, 2023
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Marianne Booking process was easy. We arrived at the Khao San Road office 30 minutes in advance, as advised. We were told to wait and left only at 11.30, half an hour late, when a man came out of the office who had already been there when we checked in and led us to a van that had already been parked there ever since we got there... he drove us to the bus station and showed us the platform where again we waited for quite a while. No one told us what we could expect, they didn't speak much english so information was very poor. Eventually the mini bus arrived that would drive us to Kanchanaburi. This was a comfortable van with good ac. Along the route we stopped a couple of times to pick up or drop off passengers. We arrived in Kanchanaburi around 5.30 instead of 3.30 as scheduled. All together it was a comfortabele drive but if you choose the 11am bus just consider it a travel day and don't make any plans as the time schedule means absolutely nothing.
Bangkok to Kanchanaburi, Van Regional 14pax, Tara Tour and Travel (ธาราทัวร์แอนด์ทราเวล), Jul 30, 2023
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Jocelyn FNo minivan was there to pick-up us at 9h.
After calling the service at 9h15, a guy appeared and ask him to follow him. At around 9h45 a taxi came to grab us in the bus station, because there were an engine issue with the original van. The taxi wanted us to pay extra for lugguages (which were under 20kg so should be free).
Then they took care of the bus ticket + lugguages ticket and the van left the station at 11 (instead of 9).
Bangkok to Kanchanaburi, Van Regional 14pax, Mama Travel and Tour (มาม่า ทราเวล), Mar 30, 2023
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Danique RIt was a fine ride. Would have been nice if it had been mentioned in advance that we would be dropped off at a bus station to continue by bus (instead of the minivan). Both vehicles were comfortable though.
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Bangkok to Kanchanaburi, Van Regional 14pax, Mama Travel and Tour (มาม่า ทราเวล), Mar 5, 2023
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How to get from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi by van
Vans are a faster alternative to buses; vans usually offer more scheduled departures than buses or other means of transport over the same route; vans may serve the routes not served by buses, trains, or flights. What other reasons do you need to opt for a van? Ah! Very often, they are much more affordable than any other means of transport. Van from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi departs regularly according to the schedule and is a decent option to get to your destination at a reasonable price. Now van tickets can be booked online what makes planning of your trip more convenient. Before you book your van ticket, remember to read other travellers’ reviews on your operator’s service to ensure it meets your expectations.
Currently the following operators can help you to travel from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi by van: .
How far is Bangkok from Kanchanaburi?
Bangkok sits 145 km from Kanchanaburi.
How long does it take to get from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi by van?
Vans cover the distance between Bangkok and Kanchanaburi in 3h – 3h 40m hours. Do note that though vans usually stick to their schedule, your journey can take longer if traffic is excessive or the weather is bad. The worst periods in the sense of violation of the timetable is long weekends, national holidays, school vacations and peak season. With roads stuck with traffic do expect delays. Stormy weather with heavy rains or snowfalls can also cause your arrival time to change. Yet in general you can rely on the timing declared by the operator.
The fastest service on this route is provided by Mama Travel and Tour (มาม่า ทราเวล). Mama Travel and Tour (มาม่า ทราเวล)’s vans travel slower than others.
How much does it cost to get from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi by van?
Opposite to, say, buses, normally vans do not offer a great variety in the sense of ticket class hence the price of the ticket is the same for all seats in a van. Note that some seats offer more comfort during the ride. E.g. in some vans the passenger seat by the driver is also available. If you are lucky enough to get it, you may have more space and definitely a better view there. Similarly, in some vans seats in the back row may be a disappointment as they do not recline due to the trunk filled with travellers’ luggage.
To hop onto a van between Bangkok and Kanchanaburi expect to pay from USD 10.20 to USD 10.20. The more convenient the ride, the more you pay – either for extra space or for less stops enroute. Mama Travel and Tour (มาม่า ทราเวล) is the cheapest operator on the route while Mama Travel and Tour (มาม่า ทราเวล) is the most expensive one.
Travelling by van essentials
- Ensure to check carefully from where your van departs. In many cases vans are stationed not at the city main bus station but elsewhere. Individual van operators may have their own van stops located anywhere, and one and the same operator may sell tickets to their vans from different stops. If you are planning a bus-van connection, be sure you understand where to catch your van as it is easy to assume that vans leave from the same station where buses arrive. No, it is not necessarily so!
- There are different types of vans accommodating from 9 to 15 or more passengers. While on certain routes you have no alternative, on others you can choose. The rule of thumb – fewer seats mean more leg space and more comfort. As well as more money for your ticket. But this is probably the case when it is worth investing into your seat a bit more.
- Vans accommodating more passengers are often cramped and do not provide any additional space for your luggage. In many cases your ticket will include only one piece of luggage, often with limited weight. If you travel with huge suitcases or backpacks you may want – or even need – to buy an extra seat for your luggage. Before booking an extra seat for your luggage though do check with the operator if they allow it. If you did buy a separate seat for your luggage, and the driver during the way tries to pick up an extra passenger to put on a “vacant” seat, insist on right to use it as you paid for it.
- There are obviously no on board toilets in vans but if your journey lasts over two or three hours there will normally be one or more bathroom stop(s) enroute. During the bathroom stop, take a note of your van number plate when you get off. It will make it easier for you to find the van among similar vehicles and in an unhappy case (hypothetically!) of van leaving without you, you can at least report it to the operator.
- Van drivers are notorious for their driving style. Though many companies enforce strict speed limits on their vehicles they are often not observed. This is probably a major downside of van travel in some countries. Anyway, if speed limits are violated do not be shy to ask the driver to go slower. Normally there will be an information plate with the telephone numbers to call if your driver violates traffic rules – report each such case without hesitation. Also, do leave your review if not satisfied with the service to warn other travellers.
- It is compulsory to use belts for all the van passengers. Even if your driver does not insist on it, use the belt for your own safety. Belts are sometimes fixed behind your seat – do not hesitate to release them and use as they are intended to be used.
- Many vans do not have scheduled departures but depart when full. Sometimes waiting periods can be long, especially if you happen to come immediately after the previous van has departed or just in the end of the day when there are not so many passengers. Always make sure you understand whether your ticket is for a scheduled trip or otherwise. Normally operators who allow online booking of their tickets, provide scheduled service meaning your van will depart on time no matter how many passengers show up for the trip.