How to travel from Krabi to Sukhothai, Thailand

The distance between Krabi and Sukhothai is around 1,076km (668 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 35m.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Krabi to Sukhothai by plane, bus, taxi, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Krabi (KBV) to Sukhothai (THS).

  • Duration3h 35m
  • Flight time2h 40m
  • Typical cost
    THB 5,195($145)
Operated by

Thai Smile

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Bus

Take the bus to Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal and then to Sukhothai.

  • Duration20h 10m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    THB 1,090($30)
Operated by

The Transport Company

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Taxi and Train

Take a taxi to Thung Song then take the train to Bang Sue Junction and then to Phitsanulok then take a taxi to Sukhothai.

  • Duration17h 40m
  • Departsevery 3 hours
  • Typical cost
    THB 5,665($155)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Sukhothai.

  • Duration16h 50m
  • Distance1,192km (741 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Krabi and Sukhothai

There are several options for getting from Krabi to Sukhothai by plane, bus, taxi, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around THB 1,090 ($30) and will take around 20h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately THB 5,195 ($145).

The distance between Krabi and Sukhothai is around 1,076km (668 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,005km (625 miles)

It takes around 3h 35m to get from Krabi and Sukhothai by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 16h 50m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Krabi to Sukhothai is to fly which takes around 3h 35m and will set you back approx THB 5,195 ($145).

The cheapest way to travel between Krabi and Sukhothai, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around THB 1,090 ($30) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Krabi and Sukhothai. We recommend that you fly from Krabi (KBV) to Sukhothai (THS). instead which will take 3h 35m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Krabi and Sukhothai. It typically takes around 20h 10m and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Krabi to Sukhothai. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 20h 10m.

The Transport Company, Phitsanulok Tour, Raja Ferry, Greenbus Thailand and Phetprasert Tour run regular bus services between Krabi and Sukhothai. Buses run once daily and take around 20h 10m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Krabi and Sukhothai. Flights depart from Krabi (KBV) and arrive at Sukhothai (THS) - via Suvarnabhumi (BKK). The flight takes around 2h 40m.

There is no direct flight from Krabi to Sukhothai. There is however a flight that goes via Suvarnabhumi (BKK). This services will take at least 3h 35m (not including layover time).

The flight from Krabi to Sukhothai typically takes around 2h 40m. Flights depart from Krabi (KBV) and and arrive into Sukhothai (THS).

The closest major airport to Sukhothai is Sukhothai Airport (THS) (THS) which is approximately 42km (26 miles) from Sukhothai. Phitsanulok Airport (PHS) (PHS) and Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) (CNX) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Krabi and Sukhothai. The distance is around 1,192km (741 miles) by road and it will take around 16h 50m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Krabi to Sukhothai is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 35m and will usually cost around THB 5,195 ($145).

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Transport options from Krabi to Sukhothai
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
3h 35m
THB 5,195($145)
every 4 hours1,103km (685 miles)
Plane and Bus4h 30m
THB 5,050($140)
every 4 hours1,076km (668 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
20h 10m
THB 1,090($30)
once daily1,198km (744 miles)
Bus via Don Sak Rajah Ferry Pier20h 15m
THB 1,850($51)
once daily1,361km (846 miles)
Taxi and Train
17h 40m
THB 5,665($155)
every 3 hours1,322km (822 miles)
Drive
16h 50m
THB 3,850($105)
on demand1,192km (741 miles)

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Airports near Sukhothai

The following major airports near Sukhothai offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Thailand and internationally.

THS
Sukhothai Airport (THS)
Domestic Airport
Distance
42km (26 miles) from Sukhothai
PHS
Phitsanulok Airport (PHS)
Domestic Airport
Distance
99km (61 miles) from Sukhothai
CNX
Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
International Airport
Distance
187km (116 miles) from Sukhothai