Going from Bangkok to Sam Phan Bok (Grand Canyon of Thailand)? Airport Transfer Bangkok picks you up at your door in Bangkok and drives you straight to Sam Phan Bok (Grand Canyon of Thailand) in a private air-conditioned car. The trip is about 700 km and takes around 9 h 15 min without long stops. One fixed price per car, not per person.
Sam Phan Bok in Pho Sai district, Ubon Ratchathani, is a stretch of Mekong riverbed where water has carved the sandstone into thousands of holes and basins, earning it the nickname Thailand's Grand Canyon. It only emerges in the dry season, roughly December to May, when the river drops, and lies completely underwater in the rainy months.
Our driver picks you up anywhere in Bangkok, drives the route below and waits if you book a return. Fixed price per car, tolls and fuel included.
Good to know
- 01January to April is when the most rock is exposed.
- 02Go early or late; the rock is very hot with almost no shade.
- 03Wear grippy rubber-soled shoes for the uneven surface.
Coming back? Sam Phan Bok (Grand Canyon of Thailand) to Bangkok taxi →
Route · 700 km
Route Bangkok → Sam Phan Bok (Grand Canyon of Thailand), step by step
- 0 km
Bangkok
Pick-up in Bangkok (hotel, condo, home, office, airport)
- 107 km
Saraburi
via Hwy 9 → Hwy 1 (Phahonyothin)
- 170 km
Pak Chong (Khao Yai)
via Hwy 2 (Mittraphap)
- 256 km
Nakhon Ratchasima (Korat)
via Hwy 2
- 390 km
Buriram
via Hwy 24 → Hwy 218
- 433 km
Surin
via Hwy 226
- 548 km
Sisaket
via Hwy 226
- 603 km
Ubon Ratchathani
via Hwy 226
- 700 km
Sam Phan Bok (Grand Canyon of Thailand)
via Rd 2112 (Pho Sai) · Drop-off at your address
Distances are counted from central Bangkok. The driver may change the road for traffic, roadworks or weather; the price stays the same.
Where we pick you up in Bangkok
We collect from your hotel, condo, home or office anywhere in Bangkok, or from Suvarnabhumi or Don Mueang. Send the exact address when you book. At rush hour, allow extra time to reach the expressway out of town.
- Sukhumvit, Bangkok
- Silom
- Siam
- Khao San Road, Bangkok
- Chao Phraya Riverside
- Don Mueang Airport (DMK)
- Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
- Chatuchak Weekend Market, Bangkok
Check your exact address when booking.
Price Bangkok to Sam Phan Bok (Grand Canyon of Thailand) by vehicle
Taxi sedan
Toyota Vios / Honda City · 3 passengers · 2 bags
฿6,450
Private sedan
Toyota Corolla Altis / Camry · 3 passengers · 3 bags
฿6,550
SUV 7-seat
Toyota Fortuner / Innova · 6 passengers · 4 bags
฿7,750
VIP Van
Toyota Commuter VIP · 10 passengers · 8 bags
฿10,800
Alphard Luxury
Toyota Alphard · 5 passengers · 4 bags
฿13,000
one way · per car · THB
Questions about Bangkok to Sam Phan Bok (Grand Canyon of Thailand)
How much is a taxi from Bangkok to Sam Phan Bok (Grand Canyon of Thailand)?+
A private car from Bangkok to Sam Phan Bok (Grand Canyon of Thailand) starts at 6,450 THB one way per car, with fuel and tolls included.
How long is the drive from Bangkok to Sam Phan Bok (Grand Canyon of Thailand)?+
The road distance is about 700 km, around 9 h 15 min of driving. Allow more time on Friday and holiday traffic.
Is the price per person or per car?+
Per car. The same fixed price applies whether you travel alone or with the full number of seats.
Can I stop on the way to Sam Phan Bok (Grand Canyon of Thailand)?+
Yes. Toilet and food stops are free. Ask your driver for a short photo stop on the way.
How do I book?+
Press BOOKNOW, tell us the pick-up place in Bangkok, date, time and number of passengers. We confirm quickly.
