The best way to get from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Pattaya is the Roong Reuang airport bus from Level 1, Gate 8: about 2 hours, from THB 135 at the counter or THB 161 with a reserved seat on 12Go, with buses roughly every hour from 06:00 to 22:00.
Traveling as a family, or landing late?
A private car from the arrivals hall starts at about THB 1,450 per vehicle, and Grab or Bolt usually quote THB 1,000 to 1,400.
See every bus, van and car from the airport
Compare Suvarnabhumi → Pattaya on 12Go →The detail everyone misses: Roong Reuang runs two separate airport lines, and the Jomtien one is the more useful.
It leaves every hour until 22:00 and drops passengers on Sukhumvit Road and opposite Big C South before reaching Jomtien, so it often beats the less frequent bus to North Pattaya even if you are not staying in Jomtien.
At a Glance
Suvarnabhumi Airport to Pattaya transport options
Pick the option that fits your arrival time, luggage and group size, then jump to the details.
| Transport | Fare | Travel time |
|---|---|---|
| Bus to North PattayaRoong Reuang, Gate 8 | FareTHB 135 to 161per person | Travel timeAbout 2h |
| Bus to Central Pattaya and JomtienRoong Reuang, hourly | FareTHB 158 to 237per person | Travel timeAbout 2h |
| Bus with hotel drop-offBell Travel, 6 a day | FareTHB 299per person | Travel timeAbout 2h to 3h |
| Private transferDriver meets you at arrivals | FareFrom THB 1,447per vehicle | Travel timeAbout 1h 30m to 2h |
| Grab, Bolt or airport taxiLevel 1, from Gate 4 | FareAbout THB 1,000 to 1,500per car, tolls may be extra | Travel timeAbout 1h 30m |
| Shared express vanTorch, every 2 hours | FareTHB 1,211per person | Travel timeAbout 1h 25m |
| Airport Rail Link plus trainChange at Lat Krabang | FareFrom about THB 31train fare, third class | Travel timeAbout 2h 30m |
Fares are 12Go and operator listings for a Monday departure, plus counter prices from Roong Reuang. Prices change with the date, so check live before you book.
Suvarnabhumi Airport to Pattaya timetable
This is the regular schedule 12Go lists from the airport to Pattaya, with the lowest fares in baht. Tap a row to see live seats for your date.
| Transport | From | Time | Departures |
|---|---|---|---|
| From Suvarnabhumi Airport | |||
| Bus (express) | THB 198 | 2h | Hourly from 07:00 to 21:00 |
| Bus (VIP 24 seats) | THB 198 | 2h | 08:30, 10:30, 12:30, 14:30, 16:30, 18:00 |
| Private car | THB 1,400 | 1h 30m to 3h | Pickup at any time you choose |
Lowest fares across operators in the 12Go timetable. Counter fares at the airport can be lower, and times vary by date, so check live seats before you travel.
1. Roong Reuang bus to North Pattaya, the classic first ride
Roong Reuang Coach is the bus company most travelers use from the airport, and its counter sits on Level 1 next to Gate 8, one floor below arrivals.
The North Pattaya line ends at Pattaya Bus Terminal on North Pattaya Road, close to the Sukhumvit Road junction.
The operator’s own schedule lists seven departures, at 07:30, 09:30, 11:30, 13:30, 15:30, 17:30 and 18:30, for THB 135 per seat.
On our search date, 12Go showed eight departures from 06:30 at THB 161, with a guaranteed seat and an e-ticket.
The ride takes about 2 hours on Motorway 7, depending on Bangkok traffic. Boarding starts around 15 minutes before departure, and you show your ticket or booking email at the door.
Luggage and tickets
Each passenger can bring one checked bag up to 20 kg plus one personal bag free of charge. Heavier bags, golf bags and strollers pay a small fee at the counter.
Tickets are not refundable, but you can change the date or time at least 2 days ahead for THB 30.
Children under 2 ride free on a lap, and everyone older needs a full ticket.
There is a second, slower state bus too.
Transport Co runs a few buses a day from the Public Transportation Center, which you reach on the free airport shuttle; 12Go lists them from THB 147, with the first at 07:30.
My verdict: cheap and reliable if your flight lands in the daytime and you are staying in North Pattaya, Naklua or around Terminal 21.
Want a seat waiting for you?
Book the airport bus on 12Go →2. Roong Reuang bus to Central Pattaya and Jomtien, the hourly one
The second Roong Reuang line leaves from the same Gate 8 counter every hour, from 06:00 to 22:00. That makes it the bus to aim for if your flight is delayed or lands in the evening.
It costs THB 158 at the counter, or THB 237 on 12Go, where we counted 17 departures for the day.
Bookaway lists the same line from about US$6.
Where it stops
- Sukhumvit Road, between North and Central Pattaya.
- Opposite Big C South Pattaya, handy for South Pattaya and Walking Street.
- Jomtien Bus Terminal on Jomtien Second Road, a short walk from Jomtien Beach.
One catch: the last bus at 22:00 does not go to Jomtien.
It ends at Pattaya Bus Terminal in the north, so plan your last few kilometers if you take it.
My verdict: my first choice for most visitors, because of the hourly timetable and the extra stops in town.
Staying in Jomtien or South Pattaya?
Check the Jomtien bus on 12Go →3. Bell Travel bus with hotel drop-off, easiest with luggage
Bell Travel sells seats from the same bus counter area and takes you to your Pattaya or Jomtien hotel.
12Go lists six departures, at 08:30, 10:30, 12:30, 14:30, 16:30 and 18:00, for THB 299 per person.
The coach part takes about 2 hours, but the hotel drops add time.
Expect around 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours if your hotel is near the end of the loop.
My verdict: worth the extra baht if you do not want to haggle with a songthaew driver after a long flight.
Prefer to be dropped at your hotel?
See Bell Travel seats on 12Go →4. Private transfer, the stress-free option for groups
A pre-booked driver waits for you in the arrivals hall with a name sign and drives straight to your hotel.
Prices on 12Go are per vehicle, all-inclusive, and the drive takes about 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours.
| Vehicle on 12Go | Price per vehicle | Good for |
|---|---|---|
| Electric car, up to 3 people | From THB 1,447 | Couples with normal luggage |
| MPV or SUV | From THB 1,495 | Families of 4 |
| Economy sedan | From THB 1,524 | 2 people, 2 bags |
| VIP van, up to 9 people | From THB 1,725 | Groups and golfers |
| Van, 9 people | From THB 2,300 | Bigger groups with lots of bags |
Bookaway also lists private cars with airport pickup and meet-and-greet, which is useful if a 12Go slot is sold out.
Because the car runs at your time, a late-night arrival costs the same as a morning one.
My verdict: for three or four people it costs about the same per head as the hotel bus, and you leave the airport within minutes.
Landing with family or friends?
Compare private cars on 12Go →Want another quote?
See private cars on Bookaway →5. Grab, Bolt or a public taxi from the rank
Grab and Bolt both work at Suvarnabhumi, and the fare is fixed when you confirm.
Travelers report quotes of roughly THB 1,000 to 1,400 to Central Pattaya, and pickup is on Level 1 at Gate 4.
The public taxi rank is on Level 1 too, between Gates 4 and 7, and runs 24 hours.
Pattaya is outside the meter zone, so agree the price before you leave, usually around THB 1,200 to 1,500.
On top of that comes the THB 50 airport surcharge, and you normally pay the motorway tolls at each booth.
Keep small notes ready for those.
My verdict: fine for a spontaneous ride, but a pre-booked car costs about the same and avoids any negotiation.
6. Shared express van, quick but pricey
Torch runs a shared Eco Express van every 2 hours from 06:00 to 20:00, with drop-offs at Pattaya hotels.
12Go lists it at THB 1,211 per person, with a scheduled travel time of about 1 hour 25 minutes.
That is fast, but two people pay more than a whole private car. It only makes sense for a solo traveler who wants a fixed departure and a hotel drop.
My verdict: a niche choice. Most solo travelers are better off on the bus, and pairs in a private car.
Traveling alone and in a hurry?
See shared vans on 12Go →7. Airport Rail Link and train, for rail fans only
There is no train from the airport itself, but Lat Krabang station is one stop away on the Airport Rail Link.
From there, ordinary train 283 leaves daily at about 08:06 and reaches Pattaya at about 10:34, with third-class seats for around THB 31.
On Saturdays and Sundays, special train 997 calls at Lat Krabang at about 07:28 and arrives in Pattaya at 09:13.
Both are morning trains only, so this works after an early arrival or an airport hotel night.
Pattaya Railway Station is inland, east of Sukhumvit Road, so you still need a songthaew or Grab to the beach.
My verdict: a fun, very cheap ride if the timing fits, but the bus is easier with suitcases.
Leave at least an hour between landing and your booked bus. Roong Reuang itself says immigration and bags take about an hour, and busy mornings take longer.
Step by step: the airport bus to Pattaya
- Clear immigration and customs on Level 2, then collect your bags.
- Take the escalator down to Level 1 and follow the signs to Gate 8.
- Show your 12Go e-ticket or buy a ticket at the Roong Reuang counter next to the gate.
- Hand over your big bag for the luggage hold and keep valuables with you.
- Get off at your stop: Sukhumvit Road, Big C South, Jomtien or Pattaya Bus Terminal.
- Finish with a songthaew or Grab to your hotel.
What it costs for 1, 2 or 4 people
| Option | 1 person | 2 people | 4 people |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jomtien line bus (counter) | THB 158 | THB 316 | THB 632 |
| North Pattaya bus (12Go) | THB 161 | THB 322 | THB 644 |
| Bell Travel with hotel drop | THB 299 | THB 598 | THB 1,196 |
| Private MPV or SUV (12Go) | From THB 1,495 | From THB 1,495 | From THB 1,495 |
Solo and in pairs, the bus wins easily.
For four people, a private MPV works out at under THB 400 each and saves the transfer from the bus stop.
Which option should you choose?
- Daytime arrival, light luggage: either Roong Reuang bus from Gate 8.
- Evening arrival: the hourly Jomtien line, which runs until 22:00.
- Landing after 22:00: a pre-booked private car or Grab.
- Big suitcases and no wish to change: Bell Travel with hotel drop-off.
- Family or group of 3 or more: a private MPV or van.
- Early arrival and you love trains: Airport Rail Link to Lat Krabang, then train 283.
Arriving in Pattaya
The North Pattaya line ends at Pattaya Bus Terminal on North Pattaya Road, near Sukhumvit Road and a short ride from Terminal 21.
The Jomtien line ends at Jomtien Bus Terminal on Jomtien Second Road.
- Beach Road: a few kilometers from the terminal; songthaew drivers often ask a flat THB 50 per person for hotel drops.
- Naklua and Wong Amat: the closest beach area to the North Pattaya terminal.
- South Pattaya: use the Jomtien line and get off opposite Big C South.
- Jomtien: stay on the Jomtien line to the end of the route.
Around town, blue songthaews run loops on Beach Road and Second Road for a few baht per ride.
Grab and Bolt are easy to use too, and short rides to Beach Road usually cost around THB 80 to 120.
Pattaya: things to do and where to stay
Pattaya surprises people who only know its nightlife.
The north has quiet beaches and big resorts, Pratumnak Hill feels almost residential, and Jomtien has a long, relaxed beachfront.
Good first days include a boat to Koh Larn, the wooden Sanctuary of Truth in Naklua and a sunset drink on Pratumnak.
The tours section below has easy ways to book them.
Which area to stay in
- Naklua and Wong Amat: calm beaches and large resorts, closest to the North Pattaya bus terminal.
- Central Pattaya: malls, restaurants and nightlife within walking distance; get off on Sukhumvit Road.
- Pratumnak Hill: green and quiet, between Pattaya and Jomtien, with small coves.
- Jomtien and Na Jomtien: long beaches and family resorts, served directly by the Jomtien bus line.
Best luxury hotels in and around Pattaya
- InterContinental Pattaya Resort: 240 rooms in hillside gardens on Pratumnak, sloping down to a private beach.
- Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort: a 555-room “Lost World” themed resort on Wong Amat Beach, with a water park, lazy river and slides.
- Cape Dara Resort: 264 rooms and suites on its own private Dara Beach in Naklua, with mostly sea-facing rooms.
- Renaissance Pattaya Resort & Spa: a beachfront resort in Na Jomtien with 257 rooms, private balconies and pool villas.
The Renaissance is far south of both bus terminals, so a private transfer from the airport is the easiest way to get there.
Practical tips before you go
Get some baht at the airport. Bus counters, songthaews and toll booths want cash, and small notes save time.
Mind the airport Wi-Fi. Free networks in terminals and hotels are shared with everyone. A VPN such as ExpressVPN keeps your bookings and banking private.
Book ahead in high season. From December to February, on Thai holidays and on Friday evenings, popular bus times fill up early.
Flying out later? Our Pattaya to Bangkok guide covers the way back.
Heading into the city instead? See Suvarnabhumi Airport to Bangkok, Bangkok to Pattaya or our Don Mueang guide.
Tours from Pattaya
Koh Larn island trips, the Sanctuary of Truth, Nong Nooch Tropical Garden and evening cabaret shows are the favorites.
Frequently asked questions
Is there a direct bus from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Pattaya?
Yes. Roong Reuang Coach runs direct buses from Level 1, Gate 8, to North Pattaya and to Jomtien, and Bell Travel runs a bus with hotel drop-off.
How much is the bus from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Pattaya?
At the Roong Reuang counter it costs THB 135 to North Pattaya and THB 158 on the Jomtien line. On 12Go, reserved seats cost THB 161 and THB 237.
Where do I catch the bus to Pattaya at Suvarnabhumi Airport?
Go down to Level 1, one floor below arrivals, and look for the bus counters next to Gate 8.
What time is the last bus from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Pattaya?
The last Roong Reuang bus leaves at 22:00. It ends at Pattaya Bus Terminal and does not continue to Jomtien.
How long does it take from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Pattaya?
About 2 hours by bus and about 1 hour 30 minutes by car. Allow longer on Friday evenings and on holiday weekends.
How much is a taxi from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Pattaya?
Public taxis usually agree a fare of THB 1,200 to 1,500, plus a THB 50 airport surcharge and tolls. Grab and Bolt often quote THB 1,000 to 1,400, and private cars on 12Go start at THB 1,447.
Can I take Grab from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Pattaya?
Yes. Grab and Bolt both cover the trip with a fixed fare shown before you book, and pickup is on Level 1 at Gate 4. Ask whether the tolls are included.
How much luggage can I take on the airport bus?
Roong Reuang allows one checked bag up to 20 kg and one personal bag per passenger for free. Heavier or bulky items such as golf bags pay a small fee.
Ready to head to the coast?
Live seats and prices for buses, vans and private cars from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Pattaya.
Prices last verified: November 2026. Sources: bus, van and private car fares from 12Go’s and Bookaway’s live listings; counter fares, timetables and luggage rules from Roong Reuang Coach and Airports of Thailand; train times from the State Railway of Thailand timetable; taxi, Grab and songthaew prices from local travel guides.
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