THE SHORT VERSION
Bangkok to Sukhothai at a glance.
- From
- Bangkok กรุงเทพมหานคร
- To
- Sukhothai สุโขทัย
- Road distance
- About 425 km
- Straight line
- 369 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~5 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Sukhothai to Bangkok →
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Bangkok
Bangkok is Thailand's capital and its main long-distance bus hub, with separate terminals for the north and north-east, the east, and the south. International buses to Cambodia and Laos also start here.
- Mo Chit (Northern) Bus Terminal
Routes to the north and north-east, and many international buses. - Ekkamai (Eastern) Bus Terminal
Routes to the east coast, such as Pattaya and Trat. - Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai)
Routes to the south and west.
Arriving in Sukhothai
Songthaews run from the terminal and town to the historical park.
- Sukhothai bus terminal
Near New Sukhothai. Long-distance buses to Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Phitsanulok.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Many visitors stay in Old Sukhothai near the park. Check where your accommodation is before arriving.
KEEP GOING
From Sukhothai, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Sukhothai
More buses from Bangkok
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Bangkok from Sukhothai by road?+
About 425 km by road (369 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Bangkok to Sukhothai take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 5 h 15 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Bangkok?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Bangkok include Mo Chit (Northern) Bus Terminal, Ekkamai (Eastern) Bus Terminal, Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai), and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Sukhothai to Bangkok?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Sukhothai to Bangkok guide.
Where does the bus from Bangkok arrive in Sukhothai?+
It depends on the operator. In Sukhothai, services use Sukhothai bus terminal. Songthaews run from the terminal and town to the historical park.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Sukhothai?+
Songthaews run from the terminal and town to the historical park.
What kind of bus runs from Bangkok to Sukhothai?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Bangkok to Sukhothai bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Sukhothai by bus?+
Direct buses from Sukhothai include Phitsanulok, Mae Sot, Lampang, Chiang Mai, Ayutthaya and more. See all connections on our Sukhothai bus page.
FOLLOW THE INFORMATION
Clear sources. Better decisions.
Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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