Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) is accessible via a number of public transport types. Traveling by Don Mueang Airport bus to Bangkok City is a good choice because it is very convenient and not expensive. The journey by DMK Airport bus usually takes between 30 minutes and an hour, depending on traffic conditions.
Don Mueang Airport Bus
All buses running on shuttle bus routes from Don Mueang Airport are air-conditioned. Older buses are orange, but a number of new blue buses used on all Don Mueang Airport bus routes is rapidly increasing. Airport bus routes are direct and use expressways, so the bus just stops at a few bus stops only before reaching the final destination.
Don Mueang Airport Bus Tickets
Don Mueang Airport bus ticket can be bought on board. The bus fare can be paid in cash or by Visa or MasterCard, as the new payment method was recently implemented. Bus ticket price depends on the route and can be 30 THB or 50 THB per person for a one-way trip.
To simplify things for traveling on Bangkok public transportation, such as the BTS SkyTrain and MRT Yellow or Pink Line, consider getting a Bangkok Rabbit Card, as with it you won't need to queue up and buy separate tickets for each ride. Even if this card can't be used on the Don Mueang Airport bus, it's still worth it in most cases, as BTS lines are used most frequently for exploring the city.
Don Mueang Airport Bus Stop
At Don Mueang Airport, buses park in front of the Arrival Hall on the first floor of Terminal 1 (Exit No. 6).
Don Mueang Airport Bus Routes
There are currently 4 different bus routes starting at Don Mueang International Airport (DMK):
- A1 Bus to Mo Chit Bus Terminal
- A2 Bus to Victory Monument
- A3 Bus to Lumphini Park
- A4 Bus to Khao San Road
- A5 Bus: canceled
Don Mueang Airport Bus A1
Route: Don Mueang Airport to BTS Mo Chit/Mo Chit Bus Terminal
Main bus stops: Central Lad Phrao Mall, BTS SkyTrain Mo Chit (MRT Metro Chatuchak Park), JJ Mall, Mochit Bus Terminal (also known as Bangkok Northern Bus Terminal).
Bus fare: 30 THB per person
Service Timetable: 05:45-24:00, every 15-20 minutes
Detailed information about the Bangkok A1 bus route can be found here: A1 Bus.
Tips on taking the A1 bus
Bus A1 route passes BTS Mo Chit station and MRT Chatuchak Park Station on MRT Blue Line. This place is roughly midway between Don Mueang Airport and the Bangkok city center. Stopping here and changing to BTS or MRT is a good way to avoid the horrendous traffic in the Thai capital.
Boarding the bus A1 at Don Mueang Airport might not be very convenient for passengers with children and big luggage, as the luggage space inside the bus is limited, and it can get crowded during rush hour, so you might need to stand all the way to your destination. The journey can take much more than 30 minutes, as the length of it depends on the time of the day and traffic conditions.
Detailed information about taking Bus A1 from BTS Mo Chit Station and MRT Chatuchak Park Station to Don Mueang Airport can be found here: Bangkok bus from MRT/BTS to Don Mueang Airport.
Don Mueang Airport Bus A2
Route: Don Mueang Airport to Victory Monument
Main bus stops: Din Daeng (ONCB), Santiphap Park, BTS SkyTrain Victory Monument Station (bus route was changed in 2024).
Bus fare: 30 THB per person
Service Timetable: 06:00-23:00, every 20-30 minutes
Detailed information about the Bangkok DMK Airport A2 Bus route can be found here: A2 Bus.
Tips on taking the A2 bus
The Bus A2 route was previously passing BTS Mo Chit station and MRT Chatuchak Park Station, just like the A1 bus. However, the route was changed recently, and now it goes to the Victory Monument area more directly. You can still use this bus to reach BTS SkyTrain as it takes you to the BTS Victory Monument Station, which is on the same line as BTS Mo Chit Station but is more near to the city center.
Don Mueang Airport Bus A3
Route: Don Mueang Airport to Lumphini Park
Main bus stops: Din Daeng, Pratunam - Airport Rail Link Ratchaprarop Station, CentralWorld shopping mall, BTS Ratchadamri, BTS Sala Daeng, and MRT Si Lom stations, Lumphini Park
Bus fare: 50 THB per person
Service Timetable: 06:20-23:00, every 20-30 minutes
Detailed information about the Bangkok A3 Bus route can be found here: A3 Bus.
Tips on taking the A3 bus
The A3 bus route is the best way to go to many areas of Bangkok City, such as Pratunam and Ratchapasong, without changing many buses or lines.
Don Mueang Airport Bus A4
Route: Don Mueang Airport to Sanam Luang
Main bus stops: Yommarat, Lan Luang, Panfa Leelard Pier (for boarding the Khlong Saen Saep Boat), Democracy Monument, Bang Lamphu, Khao San Road, Sanam Luang
Bus fare: 50 THB per person
Service Timetable: 06:10-23:00, every 20-30 minutes
Detailed information about the Bangkok DMK Airport A4 Bus route can be found here: A4 Bus.
Tips on taking the A4 bus
The A4 bus route is the best way for backpackers to get to Don Mueang Airport from the area of Khao San Road and vice versa.
Don Mueang Airport Bus Map
The map of all current Don Mueang Airport bus routes.
Download more clear comparison of Don Mueang Airport bus routes here: DMK Airport bus routes.
Don Mueang Airport Bus Timetable
Previously, Don Mueang Airport Bus A1 and A2 departures were more frequent as there was no convenient public transport alternative for the buses. With the opening of the SRT Red Line, which lets travelers reach the MRT network from DMK Airport faster, the frequency of these main 2 bus routes decreased. However, the timetable was changed recently for the bus to start running earlier, with the first bus departure now scheduled within 05:45-06:20 on all routes.
The current Don Mueang Airport bus timetable is the following:
Bus A1: 05:45-24:00, every 15-20 minutes (was every 5 minutes)
Bus A2: 06:00-23:00, every 20-30 minutes (was every 15 minutes)
Bus A3: 06:20-23:00, every 20-30 minutes
Bus A4: 06:10-23:00, every 20-30 minutes
Pay attention that Don Mueang Airport bus departures from 21:00 are less frequent than at the daytime. According to the schedule found at the airport (update from 1 November 2024), the Don Mueang Airport bus timetable from 21:00 is the following:
Bus A1: 21:00, 21:20, 21:40, 22:05, 22:40, 23:20, 00:00 (last bus)
Bus A2: 21:00, 22:00, 23:00 (last bus)
Bus A3: 21:05, 22:05, 23:00 (last bus)
Bus A4: 21:10, 22:10, 23:00 (last bus)
Tips
Stay connected during your trip on the airport bus by booking a discounted Thailand SIM Card and picking it up at the airport: [SALE] SIM Card for Thailand (Airport Pick Up). Otherwise, if your mobile phone is eSIM compatible, you can get eSIM Thailand by instant email delivery and use it right after landing in Bangkok.
When you have connecting flights at different airports in Bangkok, you can use a free shuttle bus between BKK and DMK airports to save time and money.
If you are traveling with large luggage or just don't like using public transportation in foreign countries, enjoy a hassle-free trip to the city by booking a private transfer here: Private Don Mueang Airport (DMK) Transfers.
In case you are still wondering what the best area is to stay in Bangkok, the answer can be found in the guide to Bangkok's best areas.
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