Bangkok to Ayutthaya: Transport Guide
After exploring Bangkok, Thailand, Ayutthaya would be ideal for a day trip to explore impressive temple ruins and history.
How to travel to Ayutthaya from Bangkok? This article is a detailed transportation guide from Bangkok to Ayutthaya, including ticket prices, timetables, and online booking tips.
Overview
Ayutthaya is located about 85 km (53 miles) north of Bangkok. Depending on your budget and time, you can easily travel between two cities by train, minivan, cruise ship, or take a tour.
The fastest way to travel from Ayutthaya to Bangkok is by train.
| Type | Time | Cost | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | 30m ~ 1h30m | $1 ~ $11 | Book train |
| Bus | 1h50m | $3 – $8 | Book bus |
| Taxi | 1h | $60 | Book taxi |
| Cruise | 1 day | $74.2 | Book cruise |
| Tour | 1 day | $47 | Book tour |
Bangkok to Ayutthaya train
Taking a train is one of the most convenient options to travel to Ayutthaya. It’s also a great choice if you like watching the scenery and experiencing the Thai train journey.
Daily trains leave from Don Mueang, Hua Lamphong, and Bang Sue Station to Ayutthaya, taking 30 minutes to 1.5 hours. The ticket prices range from 50 – 375 baht ($1 ~ $8) depending on the train and seat.
If you arrive at Don Mueang airport, you can take a train from there and get to Ayutthaya within 30 minutes.
| Train info | |
|---|---|
| Journey time | 30m ~ 1.5h |
| Price | $1 (€1) ~ $11 (€10) |
| Distance | 85 km (53 miles) |
| Frequency | 42 trains per day |
| First train | 5:45 am |
| Last train | 9:31 pm |
| Departure station | Don Mueang, Hua Lamphong, Bang Sue |
| Arrival station | Ayutthaya |
| Changes | Direct trains available |
| Operators | Thai Railway |
| Provider | Departure | Arrival | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thai Railways | 5:45 | 6:58 | Book ticket |
| Thai Railways | 6:06 | 6:58 | Book ticket |
| Thai Railways | 6:29 | 6:28 | Book ticket |
| Thai Railways | 6:40 | 8:25 | Book ticket |
| Thai Railways | 7:00 | 8:37 | Book ticket |
| Thai Railways | 7:12 | 8:25 | Book ticket |
| Thai Railways | 7:23 | 8:37 | Book ticket |
Bangkok to Ayutthaya minivan
Thanks to its convenience and affordability, taking a minivan is also a popular option to travel to Ayutthaya.
12go and Win 91 offer daily minivans from Bangkok to Ayutthaya, and the journey takes approximately 2 hours.
The ticket price is $10, or 300 baht. The first bus departs at 7:30 am, and you can catch the last one at 3:0 pm.
| Bus info | |
|---|---|
| Journey time | 1h50m |
| Price | $3 (€3) ~ $8 (€8) |
| Distance | 85 km (53 miles) |
| Frequency | 8 buses per day |
| First bus | 7:30 am |
| Last bus | 4 pm |
| Departure station | Mochit, 12Go Makkasan Station |
| Arrival station | Ayutthaya |
| Operators | 12go, Win 91 |
| Provider | Departure | Arrival | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| Win 91 | 7:30 | 9:30 | Book from $3 |
| 12go | 8:30 | 10:20 | Book from $8 |
| Win 91 | 12:00 | 14:00 | Book from $3 |
| Win 91 | 13:00 | 15:00 | Book from $3 |
| Win 91 | 14:00 | 16:00 | Book from $3 |
| Win 91 | 15:00 | 17:00 | Book from $3 |
| Win 91 | 16:00 | 18:00 | Book from $3 |
Tour from Bangkok to Ayutthaya
Klook offers excellent day tours from Bangkok to Ayutthaya, starting at just $47.
There are two options:
- Bang Pa-In Summer Palace, Wat Chaiwatthanarm, and Wat Yai Chai Mongkol with Night Market Tour from Siam Paragon: $47
- [Private] Bang Pa-In Summer Palace, Wat Chaiwatthanarm, and Wat Yai Chai Mongkol with Night Market Tour: $84.89/person (group of 3 ~ 4 people).
Bangkok to Ayutthaya by cruise
An exciting way to travel to Ayutthaya is by cruise from Bangkok.
The cruise trip will take you north through exploring Bang Pa-In Royal Palace and other attractions in Ayutthaya’s old town.
During the journey, you can see the lifestyle of Thai people and enjoy the panoramic landscapes along the river.
The cruise starts at 6 am and finishes at 4 pm. There are two different itineraries that you can choose from:
Itinerary 1
- 6:00 am-7:15 am hotel pick up (exact time will be confirmed after booking) / 7:15 am meet up at River City Pier
- 7:30 am departure from Bangkok by bus on Grand Pearl coach
- 9:00 am Bang Pa-In, Summer Palace of King Rama V
- 10:30 am Ayutthaya, World Heritage City tour
- 1:15 pm start the cruise and buffet lunch on Grand Pearl Cruise Liner
- 3:00 pm cruise with afternoon tea
- 4:00 pm return to Bangkok and hotel drop off service
Itinerary 2
- 6:00 am-7:15 am hotel pick up (exact time will be confirmed after booking) / 7:15 am meet up at River City Pier
- 7:30 am departure from Bangkok
- 9:00 am Wat Mahathat
- 10:00 am Wat Na Phra Men
- 10:45 am Wat Phra Sri Sanphet, Vihara Phra Mongkhon Bophit
- 12:00 pm Wat Lokayasutharam
- 1:00 pm Wat Chong-Lom pier (Nonthaburi) and enjoy buffet lunch.
- 3:00 pm coffee break.
- 4:00 pm return to Bangkok and hotel drop-off service.
You can check the landmarks here.
