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In this article, we will look at the main ways to get from Bangkok to Pattaya, find out how it is cheaper to get from the airport and the city center to the resort, how far we have to travel by transport, where to buy cheap plane tickets to Thailand.
Pattaya is one of the most popular resorts in Thailand. This is facilitated by the relatively low prices for hotels, entertainment and excursions, as well as the proximity to the airport.
All tourists going on vacation to Pattaya arrive by plane at Bangkok airport. Many travelers are interested in the question of how to get from Bangkok to Pattaya on their own? How to save money and not fall into the hands of scammers?
It is better to think about the transfer before traveling, to study all the best ways, payment, routes.
How to get to Pattaya from Moscow?
Tourists arrive from Moscow to the airport Suvarnabhumi, which is located in the capital.
The cost of the flight Moscow-Bangkok depends on the tourist season in the country. According to the statistics presented on the website aviasales.ru, the average flight price from November to March is 25,000 - 27,000 rubles. The cheapest tickets to Thailand can be purchased for 22,000 rubles on certain dates.
In late December and early January, the price increases to 47,000 rubles. This is due to the popularity of the resort in the New Year.
The earlier you buy a ticket, the lower its fare. 57 days before departure, the ticket price is 39% lower than on the day of departure.
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The cost of air tickets from Moscow to Thailand by month can be viewed in the price table:
How to get from Bangkok airport to Pattaya?
The distance is 147 kilometers. The resort is very easy to get to from Suvarnabhumi Airport as they are connected by Expressways 7 and 3.
We will analyze the most suitable options for tourists to get from Bangkok to Pattaya on their own.
By bus
Buses run from the airport to the resort several times a day from various companies. This type of transport is the cheapest. It will only suit you if you have a little luggage.
All buses from Bangkok to Pattaya are comfortable and equipped with air conditioning. Two bus companies offer their services at the airport:
- Bell Travel Service buses.
Ticket companies can be found at Gate 8... Tickets can be booked in advance on the company's website. Buses leave every 2 hours. The first one leaves at 08:00 and the last one at 18:00.
The company will offer you a transfer directly to the hotel. In this case, in Pattaya, you change to minibuses that take you to the hotel. The average cost of a ticket from the airport to the hotel is 455 rubles.
You should find out in advance if the company provides a transfer to your hotel by minibus. If not, then you will need to get to it yourself.
- 389 Airport Pattaya Bus.
Buses from Bangkok to Pattaya start operating from 07:00 to 22:00 at intervals of one hour. The ticket price is 245 rubles. The buses in the resort have several stops:
- in Seven Pattaya;
- in Central Pattaya;
- in South Pattaya;
- next to the Outlet Mall.
Tickets can be purchased on the ground floor from Gate 8... Only one baggage is allowed in the luggage compartment, everything else with you in the cabin.
From the bus station in Pattaya, you will have to get to the hotel yourself by taxi or tuk-tuk.
By taxi
The flight from Moscow to Bangkok is quite long. Therefore, upon arrival in the country, you want to comfortably get to the hotel, especially if there is a lot of luggage.
In this case, you can use a taxi service. But this is not a cheap pleasure. Besides, if you arrived in the country at night, then you simply have no choice.
The cost of a taxi from Bangkok airport depends on the company you contact and the brand of the car. Company PGS will take tourists to the hotel for 3569 rubles. The minimum cost of a trip to the resort by taxi company GB will cost 4198 rubles.
You can always take a risk and catch a car on the street from private owners. But in this case, you need to agree on the cost in advance, have a map of the hotel location and a reception phone number with you. If the taxi driver cannot find the hotel, he can always call the hotel and find out the location.
If you like to travel with comfort, you can pre-order a transfer to the hotel from the airport on the kiwitaxi.ru service. It is very convenient. First, you will be met at the airport. Secondly, you will know the cost of the trip in advance. Thirdly, if any problems arise, you can always contact the service with a claim. The average cost of a taxi ride through the service from Bangkok Airport to the resort is 2,713 rubles.
Drivers meet tourists at the airport at Gate 3 under the sign Meeting point.
Travel company bus
When buying a travel package, the transfer from the airport to the hotel is organized by the travel company. Tourists at the airport are met by a Russian-speaking guide. With him, you can always agree on a transfer for a fee, subject to availability.
On the way, you can listen to stories about the country and its sights.
How to get from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Bangkok?
Many tourists, arriving in Bangkok, prefer to stay in the city for a few days. Then they go from Bangkok to the resort on their own. Below we will consider the main ways of how to get from the airport to the city center.
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Metro
If you are not planning to go straight to Pattaya and want to spend some time in Bangkok, then you should be wondering how to get from the airport to the city center.
A great option is the metro, which starts running from 06:00 to 00:00. From the airport to the metro you can get on the ground floor.
Tickets can be purchased at the station. There are two types of tickets:
- disposable;
- reusable.
If you do not plan to travel around the city by metro, then it is better to choose the first option.
The cost of the trip depends on the number of stops, an average of 15 to 45 baht.
By bus
Free shuttle bus from the airport to the bus station Transport Center.
The cost of a bus ticket to Bangkok is 35 baht. Below are the bus routes:
- №549 - travels from the airport to Minburi;
- №550 - follows to Happy Land;
- №551 - goes to Victory Monument;
- № 552 - goes to Nut BTS station;
- №553 - follows to Samut Prakan;
- № 554 - arrives at Don Muang Airport;
- №556 - goes to the Southern Bus Terminal;
- № 389 - goes straight to Pattaya.
How to get from Bangkok to Pattaya?
The resort is very popular and the transfer to the city is a lucrative business for the locals.
By bus
Most often, tourists get from Bangkok to Pattaya by bus. They leave from the Eastern Bus Station, which bears the name Ekkamai BTS station.
Comfortable air-conditioned buses leave every 30 minutes from 05:20 to 23:20. Tickets cost 117 baht.
You can take a bus to the resort at the South Bus Station Sai Tai Mai and the Northern Bus Station Mochit. Buses also leave every 30 minutes and the cost is about the same.
The trip takes 2 hours on average, but the travel time always depends on the presence of traffic jams, it is better to go before 10 am and after 4 pm.
By minibus from the hotel
Many hotels in Bangkok organize transfers to Pattaya hotels. The cost of the trip is 400 baht. You will be taken directly to your hotel. This is very convenient if you want to travel in comfort.
By taxi
The average cost of a taxi can be 2,000 baht or 3,680 rubles. A transfer via the kiwitaxi.ru website will cost you 3072 rubles.
You can catch a taxi almost everywhere. The average journey time is 1 hour 50 minutes.
By train
Monday to Friday from the station Hua lamphong trains start running from 06:35. The first train arrives in Pattaya at 10:34.
Tickets can be booked in advance online at www.railway.co.th.The cost of the trip is 31 baht. There are no air conditioners in train carriages, so this type of transport is considered budgetary.
By minivan or minibus
From bus stations Ekamai, Mocchit and Victory Monument minibuses run to Pattaya. They leave approximately every 15-20 minutes. They don't have a rigid schedule.
Travel time is approximately 2.5 -3 hours. The cost of the trip is 140 baht.
The cabin can accommodate 12-14 passengers, little space. This type of transport is suitable for those traveling with a minimum amount of luggage.
Minibuses run from 06:00 to 21:00. The best thing to do is to warn the driver in advance about where you need to go so that he can plan his route.
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Car rental
You can rent a car both at the Bangkok airport and in the city itself, the second way will be a little cheaper.
To do this, you will need an international passport and driving license. Age - 21-23 years old.
The rental price depends on the season and car brand. On average, it is 1200 - 1300 baht per day. If you take for more than 3-4 days, then the company lowers the tariff.
When renting a car, be sure to ask about insurance.
You can pay in cash or by card. You may be asked for a deposit or deposit. Do not under any circumstances give your passport as a deposit.
The deposit is taken in the amount of 10,000-20,000 baht. If you pay in cash, then the cash is returned to you. Some companies block the amount of the deposit on your card, which then the bank returns to your account within 14 days.
Do not rent a car without a contract. The terms, cost and conditions of insurance must be spelled out in it.
You can rent a car online using Economybookings.
If you do not trust the Internet, then I recommend taking a closer look at the Highway Car Rent car rental company in Bangkok. In Bangkok, the office is on the street RAMA 4 RD., tel. 02633-9999. In Pattaya Moo.9 SUKHUMVIT RD., tel. 03848-8885.
