THE SHORT VERSION
Bangkok to Tak at a glance.
- From
- Bangkok กรุงเทพมหานคร
- To
- Tak ตาก
- Road distance
- About 420 km
- Straight line
- 377 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~5 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Tak to Bangkok →
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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 Tak
Ask the seller where the service ends in Tak. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.
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.
KEEP GOING
From Tak, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Tak
More buses from Bangkok
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Bangkok from Tak by road?+
About 420 km by road (377 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Bangkok to Tak 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 Tak to Bangkok?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Tak to Bangkok guide.
Where does the bus from Bangkok arrive in Tak?+
It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.
What kind of bus runs from Bangkok to Tak?+
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 Tak 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 Tak by bus?+
Direct buses from Tak include Sukhothai, Phitsanulok, Lampang, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai and more. See all connections on our Tak bus page.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 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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