The cheapest and fastest coaches from Nam Som to Bangkok
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
4 h 15 m
Average duration
7 h 16 m
Buses per day
11
Distance
482 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Nam Som to Bangkok is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nam Som to Bangkok will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $18.
Of the 11 buses that leave Nam Som for Bangkok every day 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 482 km distance in an average of 7 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 3 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9:00 AM10h00Udon Thani Bus Terminal7:00 PMBangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2)$181One-way0 changes
8:30 PM9h00Udon Thani Bus Terminal5:30 AMBangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2)$191One-way0 changes
8:15 PM8h30Udon Thani Bus Terminal4:45 AMBangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2)$201One-way0 changes
8:00 PM9h40Udon Thani Bus Terminal5:40 AMBangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2)$211One-way0 changes
7:00 PM8h00Nakhonchai Air Bus Station Udon Thani3:00 AMBangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2)$211One-way0 changes
8:00 PM4h15Udon Thani Bus Terminal12:15 AMBangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2)$231One-way0 changes
7:00 PM8h00Nakhonchai Air Bus Station Udon Thani3:00 AMBangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2)$211One-way0 changes
10:30 PM8h00Nakhonchai Air Bus Station Udon Thani6:30 AMBangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2)$211One-way0 changes
9:30 PM8h00Nakhonchai Air Bus Station Udon Thani5:30 AMBangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2)$211One-way0 changes
8:15 PM8h03Nakhonchai Air Bus Station Udon Thani4:18 AMBangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2)$211One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Nam Som to Bangkok
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Nam Som to Bangkok among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $17, and a flight costs an average of $25.
Distance: 482 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
$17 Average Price Cheapest | $46 Average Price |
10h 31m Average total duration 10h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Nam Som to Bangkok bus times
The table below shows live departures for Nam Som to Bangkok coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday, 5 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:00 AM Udon Thani Bus Terminal | 10h00 | 7:00 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 1:00 PM Nakhonchai Air Bus Station Udon Thani | 8h40 | 9:40 PM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:00 PM Nakhonchai Air Bus Station Udon Thani | 8h00 | 3:00 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:00 PM Udon Thani Bus Terminal | 4h15 | 12:15 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:00 PM Udon Thani Bus Terminal | 9h40 | 5:40 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:15 PM Udon Thani Bus Terminal | 8h30 | 4:45 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:15 PM Nakhonchai Air Bus Station Udon Thani | 8h03 | 4:18 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:30 PM Udon Thani Bus Terminal | 9h00 | 5:30 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 changesdirect | |
943-9 | 8:45 PM Udon Thani Bus Terminal | 8h45 | 5:30 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:30 PM Nakhonchai Air Bus Station Udon Thani | 8h00 | 5:30 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:30 PM Nakhonchai Air Bus Station Udon Thani | 8h00 | 6:30 AM Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Nam Som to Bangkok
Buses from Nam Som to Bangkok run on average 9 times per day, taking around 10h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $17 if you book in advance.
There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:30, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 482 km distance in 9h 0m.
Distance 482 km |
Average bus duration 10h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 9h 0m |
First bus 7:30 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
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FAQs: Nam Som to Bangkok coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nam Som to Bangkok by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bangkok, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Nam Som and Bangkok
- 06:00-18:00
- Free parking available at the terminal
- Basic food stalls available
- Available at the terminal entrance
- Ground level access, basic facilities
- Basic facilities available
- Bus: Local buses to Udon Thani
- 06:00-18:00
- Free parking available at the terminal
- Small local food stalls available
- Available at the station entrance
- Wheelchair accessible
- Basic facilities available
- 04:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal
- Large parking area available for both short and long-term parking
- Food court and various food stalls available inside terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
- Wheelchair ramps and elevators available
- Public restrooms available with 5 THB fee
- BTS: Mo Chit Station
- MRT: Chatuchak Park Station
- Bus: 3, 26, 29, 34, 49, 52, 77
- 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal
- Available at terminal parking lot, 20 baht per hour
- Food court and several local food vendors available inside terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
- Wheelchair ramps and elevators available
- Public restrooms available for 5 baht
- BTS: Mo Chit Station
- MRT: Chatuchak Park Station
- Bus: 3, 26, 77, 96, 104, 134, 136, 138, 145, 509, 522
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