Hua Hin is a seaside resort city in Thailand, located only about 200 km south of Bangkok. It’s the oldest and most traditional holiday resort in Thailand. Wondering how to get to Hua Hin, Thailand? Bangkok to Hua Hin is a popular route, so you have plenty of options to choose from, as you can get to Hua Hin by minivan, bus, train, or taxi.
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How to get to Hua Hin from Bangkok?
There are 4 main transportation options used for traveling between Bangkok and Hua Hin, and they are all popular. The best way to get to Hua Hin depends on the preferences of the traveler. To help you choose the right transportation, we've detailed how to get from Bangkok to Hua Hin by minivan, bus, train, and taxi.
Taxi from Bangkok to Hua Hin
The fastest and easiest way to travel between these 2 cities is to take a taxi.
You can get an ordinary Bangkok taxi on the street and try to set up the fixed price for the trip to Hua Hin. However, this way you can easily get overcharged, especially if you are not aware of what the fare might be. Don't expect the taxi driver to use the meter for this route, as normally the fare needs to be agreed upon in advance.
If you want to take a taxi from Bangkok to Hua Hin, a much better and more reliable option is booking a private transfer.
If you will be arriving at one of Bangkok's airports (Suvarnabhumi Airport or Don Mueang Airport) and will want to go directly to Hua Hin, booking a private taxi online is the most convenient way, as you will get a convenient pick-up service - the driver will be waiting for you at the airport and will bring you all the way to your hotel in Hua Hin. Private transfer from Bangkok airports to Hua Hin can be booked online here:
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Hua Hin Transfer
Don Muang Airport (DMK) to Hua Hin Transfer
Otherwise, you can get one of the many taxis waiting at the airport and test your bargaining skills.
Minivan from Bangkok to Hua Hin
Minivans to Hua Hin are available at all main bus stations in Bangkok.
From Ekkamai Bus Terminal to Hua Hin, minivans depart every 2 hours from 05:00 to 19:00. It takes about 4 hours to get to Hua Hin from Ekkamai.
From Sai Tai Mai Bus Terminal to Hua Hin, minivans are more frequent as they depart roughly every 30 minutes from 05:00 to 22:00.
Minivans to Hua Hin also leave from Mochit Van Terminal and from Khao San Road.
Minivans covering this route normally also make stops in Phetchaburi and Cha-Am as well.
Minivan tickets can be booked online here: Hua Hin minivan tickets.
Bus from Bangkok to Hua Hin
There is a bus to Hua Hin from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) running daily about every hour from 06:30 to 18:30.
For the current Bangkok Airport to Hua Hin bus schedule and bus tickets, check:
Suvarnabhumi Airport to Hua Hin bus tickets
Discounted bus tickets can be booked online here: Bus Transfer to Hua Hin.
Regular buses from Southern Bus Terminal to Hua Hin depart at 08:50 and 14:50. The journey takes about 3.5 hours, depending on the class of the bus and traffic conditions. Bus tickets can be booked online here:
Southern Bus Terminal to Hua Hin bus tickets
Another option is taking a bus from Khao San Road to Hua Hin. This way of getting to the resort city is the most convenient if you are staying in the Khao San Road area. Bus tickets for this route can be booked here: Bus from Khao San Road to Hua Hin.
Starting from 8 March 2025, you can also take a direct bus from Don Mueang Airport to Hua Hin.
Train from Bangkok to Hua Hin
Taking a train is an easy way to get to Hua Hin from the capital city, as most of the Southern Line trains stop at Hua Hin. Most of the trains to Hua Hin now leave Bangkok’s Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station, while 1 ordinary train still departs from Hua Lamphong Railway Station and 2 ordinary trains depart from Thonburi Railway Station.
The trains departing to Hua Hin from Hua Lamphong and Thonburi are third-class trains that are offering very limited comfort. If you're looking for a bit more comfort, you should choose one of the trains departing from Krung Thep Aphiwat train station. Train tickets can be booked here: Hua Hin train tickets.
Tickets to Hua Hin
Use the search form below to compare different means of transportation and to book your tickets online.
Tips
If you are planning luxurious holidays in Hua Hin, make sure to check the list of the best Hua Hin luxury resorts with private pool villas, including the special selection of resorts in Hua Hin that boast exceptional pool villas with private pools.
On your upcoming trip to Hua Hin, don't miss a chance of seeing a Thai boxing match. Even if the number of Muay Thai venues at this resort city is limited, you still can find where to watch real Muay Thai fights in Hua Hin.
Vana Nava Hua Hin Water Park is the first jungle-themed water park in Asia, located in the heart of Hua Hin. Visiting this water park is one of the must-do experiences in Hua Hin. To make the most of your visit, get a discounted Vana Nava ticket.
