THE SHORT VERSION
Donsak to Pattaya at a glance.
- From
- Donsak ดอนสัก
- To
- Pattaya พัทยา
- Road distance
- About 836 km
- Straight line
- 423 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~10 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Pattaya to Donsak →
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Donsak
Donsak is the ferry port on the Gulf coast for Koh Samui and Koh Phangan. Most travellers arrive on a combined bus-and-ferry ticket.
- Raja Ferry and Seatran piers
Car and passenger ferries to Koh Samui and Koh Phangan.
Arriving in Pattaya
Songthaews (baht buses) run from the bus station into town. Agree the fare first.
- North Pattaya Road bus station
Direct buses to Bangkok's Ekkamai, Mo Chit and Southern terminals. - Company offices and minivan stops
Other destinations, including Suvarnabhumi Airport and the east coast.
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.
- Buses to Bangkok fill up at peak times. Buy tickets at the station.
KEEP GOING
From Pattaya, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Pattaya
More buses from Donsak
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Donsak from Pattaya by road?+
About 836 km by road (423 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Donsak to Pattaya take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 10 h 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 Donsak?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Donsak include Raja Ferry and Seatran piers, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Pattaya to Donsak?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Pattaya to Donsak guide.
Where does the bus from Donsak arrive in Pattaya?+
It depends on the operator. In Pattaya, services use North Pattaya Road bus station, Company offices and minivan stops. Songthaews (baht buses) run from the bus station into town. Agree the fare first.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Pattaya?+
Songthaews (baht buses) run from the bus station into town. Agree the fare first.
What kind of bus runs from Donsak to Pattaya?+
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 Donsak to Pattaya 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 Pattaya by bus?+
Direct buses from Pattaya include Ban Phe, Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), Phuket Town, Bangkok, Don Mueang Airport (DMK) and more. See all connections on our Pattaya 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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