The cheapest and fastest trains from Nong Khai to Bangkok
Cheapest price on Sep 06
€35
Average ticket price on Sep 06
€43
Fastest journey on Sep 06
8 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Sep 06
9 h 54 m
Trains on Sep 06
6
Distance
517 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nong Khai to Bangkok is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nong Khai to Bangkok will cost around €43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €35.
On Sun, Sep 06, we found 6 trains from Nong Khai to Bangkok, including 4 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 06 the direct trains cover the 517 km distance in an average of 9 h 54 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 50 m .
On Sun, Sep 06 the slowest trains will take 10 h 30 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.
7:45 AM8h50Nong Khai4:35 PMBangkok€351One-way0 transfers
6:50 PM10h30Nong Khai5:20 AMBangkok€351One-way0 transfers
7:40 PM10h10Nong Khai5:50 AMBangkok€351One-way0 transfers
8:15 PM11h15Nong Khai7:30 AMBangkok€351One-way0 transfers
6:50 PM10h20Nong Khai5:10 AMBangkok€601One-way1 transfer
7:45 AM8h50Nong Khai4:35 PMBangkok€351One-way0 transfers
7:40 PM9h40Nong Khai5:20 AMBangkok€601One-way1 transfer
7:40 PM10h10Nong Khai5:50 AMBangkok€351One-way0 transfers
6:50 PM10h20Nong Khai5:10 AMBangkok€601One-way1 transfer
6:50 PM10h30Nong Khai5:20 AMBangkok€351One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Nong Khai to Bangkok
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nong Khai to Bangkok among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €10 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 3m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €10, while a flight costs an average of €37.
Distance: 517 km
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€10 Average price Cheapest | €16 Average price | €37 Average price | €8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 58m Average total duration 10h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 37m Average total duration 10h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nong Khai to Bangkok:
A train is €6 less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Nong Khai to Bangkok costing on average €16.
A train is €27 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nong Khai to Bangkok costing on average €37.
Other travel options to Bangkok take longer:
Bus takes on average 10h 7m.
Train takes on average 10h 28m.
Live departures
Nong Khai to Bangkok train times
The table below shows live departures for Nong Khai to Bangkok trains for today, Saturday, September 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:45 AM Nong Khai | 8h50 | 4:35 PM Bangkok | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:50 PM Nong Khai | 10h20 | 5:10 AM Bangkok | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 6:50 PM Nong Khai | 10h30 | 5:20 AM Bangkok | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:40 PM Nong Khai | 9h40 | 5:20 AM Bangkok | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 7:40 PM Nong Khai | 10h10 | 5:50 AM Bangkok | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:15 PM Nong Khai | 11h15 | 7:30 AM Bangkok | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Nong Khai to Bangkok by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nong Khai to Bangkok
Trains from Nong Khai to Bangkok run on average 5 times per day, taking around 10h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 13:15, the last at 13:15. The fastest train covers the 517 km distance in 11h 5m.
Distance 517 km |
Average train duration 10h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 11h 5m |
First train 1:15 PM |
Last train 1:15 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: Thailand Railways, State Railway of Thailand from Nong Khai to Bangkok trainsThailand Railways, State Railway of Thailand trains will get you between Nong Khai and Bangkok from €10. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Thailand Railways
State Railway of Thailand
FAQs: Trains from Nong Khai to Bangkok
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nong Khai to Bangkok by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bangkok, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nong Khai to Bangkok
Most Nong Khai to Bangkok trains use the to Bangkok, Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station station pair. Use this guide to compare Nong Khai and Bangkok train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Bangkok, Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station train station facilities and services
Bangkok, Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bangkok, Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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