THE SHORT VERSION
Pattaya to Ban Phe at a glance.
- From
- Pattaya พัทยา
- To
- Ban Phe บ้านเพ
- Road distance
- About 80 km
- Straight line
- 68 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~1 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Ban Phe to Pattaya →
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Pattaya
Pattaya is a beach city on Thailand's east coast about two hours from Bangkok. Buses to Bangkok use the North Pattaya Road terminal; other routes leave from various company offices.
- 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.
Arriving in Ban Phe
Several piers sit close together. Check which one your boat uses.
- Ban Phe piers
Ferries and speedboats to Koh Samet.

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.
- Pay the Koh Samet national park fee on arrival on the island.
KEEP GOING
From Ban Phe, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Ban Phe
More buses from Pattaya
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Pattaya from Ban Phe by road?+
About 80 km by road (68 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Pattaya to Ban Phe take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 1 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 Pattaya?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Pattaya include North Pattaya Road bus station, Company offices and minivan stops, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Ban Phe to Pattaya?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Ban Phe to Pattaya guide.
Where does the bus from Pattaya arrive in Ban Phe?+
It depends on the operator. In Ban Phe, services use Ban Phe piers. Several piers sit close together. Check which one your boat uses.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Ban Phe?+
Several piers sit close together. Check which one your boat uses.
What kind of bus runs from Pattaya to Ban Phe?+
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 Pattaya to Ban Phe 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 Ban Phe by bus?+
Direct buses from Ban Phe include Bangkok, Koh Samet, Rayong, Chanthaburi, Samut Prakan. See all connections on our Ban Phe 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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