How to travel from Sukhothai to Patong Beach, Thailand

The distance between Sukhothai and Patong Beach is around 1,125km (699 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 4h 55m.

8 routes found

We've found 8 different ways to get from Sukhothai to Patong Beach 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.

👋 Also check out Patong BeachSukhothai if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Sukhothai (THS) to Phuket (HKT).

  • Duration4h 55m
  • Flight time2h 55m
  • Typical cost
    THB 5,665($155)
Operated by

Bangkok Airways

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Bus

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

  • Duration19h 20m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    THB 1,160($32)
Operated by

The Transport Company

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Bus and Train

Take the bus to Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya then take the train to Don Mueang then take the bus to Krabi Bus Station and then to Patong.

  • Duration1 day 3h
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    THB 2,180($60)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Patong.

  • Duration18hrs
  • Distance1,267km (787 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Sukhothai and Patong Beach

There are several options for getting from Sukhothai to Patong Beach by plane, bus, taxi, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around THB 1,160 ($32) and will take around 19h 20m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 4h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately THB 5,665 ($155).

The distance between Sukhothai and Patong Beach is around 1,125km (699 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,036km (644 miles)

It takes around 4h 55m to get from Sukhothai and Patong Beach by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 18hrs to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Sukhothai to Patong Beach is to fly which takes around 4h 55m and will set you back approx THB 5,665 ($155).

The cheapest way to travel between Sukhothai and Patong Beach, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around THB 1,160 ($32) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Sukhothai and Patong Beach. We recommend that you fly from Sukhothai (THS) to Phuket (HKT). instead which will take 4h 55m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Sukhothai and Patong Beach. It typically takes around 19h 20m and departs twice daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Sukhothai to Patong Beach. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal, Phuket, Seng Ho and Phuket Town. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 19h 20m.

The Transport Company, Phetprasert Tour and Greenbus Thailand run regular bus services between Sukhothai and Patong Beach. Buses run twice daily and take around 19h 20m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Sukhothai and Patong Beach. Flights depart from Sukhothai (THS) and arrive at Phuket (HKT) - via Suvarnabhumi (BKK). The flight takes around 2h 55m.

There is no direct flight from Sukhothai to Patong Beach. There is however a flight that goes via Suvarnabhumi (BKK). This services will take at least 4h 55m (not including layover time).

The flight from Sukhothai to Patong Beach typically takes around 2h 55m. Flights depart from Sukhothai (THS) and and arrive into Phuket (HKT).

The closest major airport to Patong Beach is Phuket International Airport (HKT) (HKT) which is approximately 24km (15 miles) from Patong Beach. Krabi Airport (KBV) (KBV) and Trang Airport (TST) (TST) 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 Sukhothai and Patong Beach. The distance is around 1,267km (787 miles) by road and it will take around 18hrs in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Sukhothai to Patong Beach is to fly which takes, on average, 4h 55m and will usually cost around THB 5,665 ($155).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Sukhothai and Patong Beach

Transport options from Sukhothai to Patong Beach
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 2 similar
4h 55m
THB 5,665($155)
every 3 hours1,155km (718 miles)
Bus and Plane5h 15m
THB 5,885($160)
every 3 hours1,125km (699 miles)
Plane and Bus7h 45m
THB 8,135($225)
once daily1,280km (796 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
19h 20m
THB 1,160($32)
twice daily1,288km (800 miles)
Bus via Tak21h 50m
THB 2,650($73)
once daily1,399km (869 miles)
Bus and Train + 1 similar
1 day 3h
THB 2,180($60)
once daily1,378km (856 miles)
Taxi, Train and Bus18h 25m
THB 9,115($250)
every 20 mins1,360km (845 miles)
Drive
18hrs
THB 4,070($110)
on demand1,267km (787 miles)

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Airports near Patong Beach

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

HKT
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
International Airport
Distance
24km (15 miles) from Patong Beach
KBV
Krabi Airport (KBV)
Domestic Airport
Distance
79km (49 miles) from Patong Beach
TST
Trang Airport (TST)
Domestic Airport
Distance
152km (94 miles) from Patong Beach