THE SHORT VERSION
Trat to Pattaya at a glance.
- From
- Trat ตราด
- To
- Pattaya พัทยา
- Road distance
- About 238 km
- Straight line
- 193 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~3 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Pattaya to Trat →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Trat
Trat is a small town in eastern Thailand and the gateway to Koh Chang, Koh Kood and Koh Mak. Buses run from Bangkok and the east coast.
- Trat bus station
Long-distance buses and songthaews to the piers.
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 Trat
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Trat from Pattaya by road?+
About 238 km by road (193 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Trat to Pattaya take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 3 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 Trat?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Trat include Trat bus station, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Pattaya to Trat?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Pattaya to Trat guide.
Where does the bus from Trat 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 vehicle runs from Trat to Pattaya?+
12Go lists minivan (shared van) services on this route rather than full-size buses. Vans are usually quicker but have less luggage space, so check the luggage allowance for your departure before you book.
Can I book the Trat 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), Bangkok, Don Mueang Airport (DMK), Kanchanaburi and more. See all connections on our Pattaya bus page.
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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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