THE SHORT VERSION
Pattaya to Patong at a glance.
- From
- Pattaya พัทยา
- To
- Patong ป่าตอง
- Road distance
- About 972 km
- Straight line
- 628 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~12 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Patong 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 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
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Pattaya from Patong by road?+
About 972 km by road (628 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Pattaya to Patong take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 12 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 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 Patong to Pattaya?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Patong to Pattaya guide.
Where does the bus from Pattaya 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 Pattaya 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 Pattaya 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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