THE SHORT VERSION
Hua Hin to Patong at a glance.
- From
- Hua Hin หัวหิน
- To
- Patong ป่าตอง
- Road distance
- About 653 km
- Straight line
- 551 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~8 h 30 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Patong to Hua Hin →
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Hua Hin
Hua Hin is a seaside town on the Gulf about three hours south of Bangkok. The main bus station is on Phetkasem Road south of the centre, and a separate coach terminal near the airport serves Suvarnabhumi and Pattaya.
- Hua Hin bus station (BKS)
On Phetkasem Road, about 3 km south of the centre. Long-distance buses. - Roong Reuang coach terminal
About 7 km north, near Hua Hin Airport. Coaches to Suvarnabhumi Airport and Pattaya.
Arriving in Patong
Long-distance buses arrive at Phuket Bus Terminal 2 near Phuket Town. Allow time and a taxi or songthaew over the hill to Patong.
- Hotel pickups and Patong stops
Most long-distance minivans collect from hotels; local songthaews stop along the beach road.
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.
- Traffic over the hill into Patong is slow at peak times.
KEEP GOING
From Patong, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Patong
More buses from Hua Hin
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Hua Hin from Patong by road?+
About 653 km by road (551 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Hua Hin to Patong take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 8 h 30 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 Hua Hin?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Hua Hin include Hua Hin bus station (BKS), Roong Reuang coach terminal, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Patong to Hua Hin?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Patong to Hua Hin guide.
Where does the bus from Hua Hin arrive in Patong?+
It depends on the operator. In Patong, services use Hotel pickups and Patong stops. Long-distance buses arrive at Phuket Bus Terminal 2 near Phuket Town. Allow time and a taxi or songthaew over the hill to Patong.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Patong?+
Long-distance buses arrive at Phuket Bus Terminal 2 near Phuket Town. Allow time and a taxi or songthaew over the hill to Patong.
What kind of bus runs from Hua Hin to Patong?+
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 Hua Hin to Patong 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 Patong by bus?+
Direct buses from Patong include Khao Lak, Krabi Town, Ao Nang, Railay, Surat Thani and more. See all connections on our Patong 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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