SE Asia Transport Routes

Thailand Train

Bangkok → Ayutthaya

Cheap local train Bangkok to ancient Ayutthaya ruins — easy half-day heritage trip.

Thailand Train

Bangkok → Chiang Mai

Overnight sleeper train Bangkok to Chiang Mai — scenic N. Thailand, berths sell out fast.

Thailand Bus

Bangkok → Krabi

Overnight bus Bangkok to Krabi — gateway to Railay, Phi Phi and Andaman islands.

Thailand Bus

Bangkok → Pattaya

Frequent VIP buses Bangkok to Pattaya beach city — cheap, fast, depart every hour.

Thailand Bus

Bangkok → Phuket

Overnight coaches Bangkok to Phuket — direct to Patong, Kata and the beaches.

Thailand Train

Bangkok → Surat Thani

Night train Bangkok to Surat Thani — jump-off for Koh Samui and Koh Phangan.

Thailand Bus

Chiang Mai → Chiang Rai

Scenic bus Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai — White Temple, Golden Triangle day trips.

Thailand Bus

Chiang Mai → Pai

Scenic mountain bus from Chiang Mai to the hippie town of Pai. Winding 762 curves, frequent …

Thailand Ferry

Phuket → Phi Phi Islands

Speedboat and ferry Phuket to Phi Phi — turquoise bays, book ahead in high season.