THE SHORT VERSION
Sukhothai to Ayutthaya at a glance.
- From
- Sukhothai สุโขทัย
- To
- Ayutthaya พระนครศรีอยุธยา
- Road distance
- About 349 km
- Straight line
- 306 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~4 h 30 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Ayutthaya to Sukhothai →
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Sukhothai
Sukhothai is the site of Thailand's first capital. Buses arrive at the bus terminal in New Sukhothai; the historical park is about 12 km west in Old Sukhothai.
- Sukhothai bus terminal
Near New Sukhothai. Long-distance buses to Bangkok, Chiang Mai and Phitsanulok.
Arriving in Ayutthaya
Rent a bicycle or hire a tuk-tuk to see the temples.
- Ayutthaya minivan and bus stops
Minivans from Bangkok stop near the historic island; long-distance buses use a terminal east of the river.
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.
- Long-distance buses may drop you on the highway outside town. Check where yours stops.
KEEP GOING
From Ayutthaya, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Ayutthaya
More buses from Sukhothai
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Sukhothai from Ayutthaya by road?+
About 349 km by road (306 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Sukhothai to Ayutthaya take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 4 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 Sukhothai?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Sukhothai include Sukhothai bus terminal, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Ayutthaya to Sukhothai?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Ayutthaya to Sukhothai guide.
Where does the bus from Sukhothai arrive in Ayutthaya?+
It depends on the operator. In Ayutthaya, services use Ayutthaya minivan and bus stops. Rent a bicycle or hire a tuk-tuk to see the temples.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Ayutthaya?+
Rent a bicycle or hire a tuk-tuk to see the temples.
What kind of bus runs from Sukhothai to Ayutthaya?+
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 Sukhothai to Ayutthaya 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 Ayutthaya by bus?+
Direct buses from Ayutthaya include Don Mueang Airport (DMK), Bangkok, Nakhon Ratchasima (Korat), Phitsanulok, Khon Kaen and more. See all connections on our Ayutthaya 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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