Pattaya taxi fares by route
Every price below is per vehicle, one way, and includes tolls and fuel. It is the starting price for a small taxi; bigger cars cost more and are listed further down.
| From Pattaya to | Distance | Drive time | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suvarnabhumi Airport or central Bangkok | About 150 km | About 2 hours | ฿1,100 |
| U-Tapao Airport | About 40 km | About 45 minutes | ฿700 |
| Ban Phe pier for Koh Samet | About 75 km | About 1.5 hours | ฿1,000 |
| Rayong town | About 60 km | About 1 hour | ฿850 |
| Laem Ngop pier for Koh Chang | About 260 km | 3.5 to 4 hours | ฿2,600 |
| Hua Hin | About 300 km | 3.5 to 4.5 hours | ฿2,950 |
The booking form shows the final price for your exact pickup and drop-off.
Taxi from Pattaya to Bangkok airport
This is the trip most people book. Pattaya to Suvarnabhumi costs the same as our Bangkok to Pattaya fare, from ฿1,100, and the airport sits right on Motorway 7, so there is no city traffic to fight at the end. Allow about two hours, and more on Sunday afternoons and at the end of long weekends. Don Mueang is on the far side of Bangkok, so leave earlier if you fly from there.
More detail on timing and the return run is on our Pattaya to Bangkok page.
| Vehicle | Seats and bags | One way |
|---|---|---|
| Taxi (Vios, City) | 3 passengers, 2 bags | ฿1,100 |
| Sedan (Altis, Camry) | 3 passengers, 3 bags | ฿1,200 |
| SUV (Fortuner, Innova) | 6 passengers, 4 bags | ฿1,350 |
| Van (Commuter VIP) | 10 passengers, 8 bags | ฿1,900 |
| VIP (Alphard) | 5 passengers, 4 bags | ฿4,400 |
Same fare in both directions between Pattaya and Bangkok or Suvarnabhumi.
Pattaya airport taxi: U-Tapao
When people say Pattaya airport they usually mean U-Tapao (UTP), about 40 km south near Sattahip. A car from U-Tapao to Pattaya starts at ฿700 and takes about 45 minutes. Our U-Tapao to Pattaya guide covers the airport, Jomtien drops and the onward run to Bangkok.
Baht bus, Bolt and Grab, or a private car?
Be honest with yourself about the trip. Inside town, a private transfer is rarely worth it. For airports and long runs, it usually is. Third-party prices below are approximate, so check before you go.
- A long airport trip on an app can be cancelled or repriced if the driver does not want the distance.
- Baht buses are great value for getting around, not for carrying two large cases.
- Groups of four or more often pay less per person in an SUV or van than on separate tickets.
| Option | Best for | Cost | Watch out for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baht bus (songthaew) | Beach Road and Second Road loops | About ฿10 to ฿30 per person on fixed loops | Charter prices are negotiated, and no room for suitcases |
| Bolt or Grab | Short hops around Pattaya and Jomtien | Varies with demand | Fewer cars for long trips, surge pricing, small boots |
| Private car | Airports, piers, other provinces | Fixed price per car, tolls included | Book ahead with your hotel name and luggage count |
Islands and beaches from Pattaya
- Koh Samet: drive to Ban Phe pier from ฿1,000, then a short boat.
- Koh Chang: a longer drive through Chanthaburi and Trat. See Pattaya to Koh Chang.
- Hua Hin: around the Gulf by road. See Pattaya to Hua Hin.
- Jomtien Beach and Na Jomtien: quieter stays just south of town, worth saying at booking.
Day trips and sightseeing
If you are based in Bangkok and only want a taste of Pattaya, a day car is simpler than a one-way taxi each way. Our Pattaya day trip from Bangkok covers stops like the Sanctuary of Truth and Nong Nooch Garden.
How to book a Pattaya transfer
- Give the full hotel name or a map pin. Pattaya, Naklua, Jomtien and Na Jomtien are different pickups.
- For flights, give your departure time so the pickup leaves room for Motorway 7 traffic.
- For ferries, tell us which boat you aim for. Piers have last departures and we plan around them.
- Count bags honestly and pick the SUV or van tier if they will not fit a small taxi.
Questions
How much is a taxi from Pattaya to Bangkok airport?+
Our private car from Pattaya to Suvarnabhumi starts at ฿1,100 per vehicle, tolls and fuel included. An SUV is ฿1,350 and a van ฿1,900.
How long is the drive from Pattaya to Suvarnabhumi?+
About two hours in normal traffic. Allow extra on Sunday afternoons, holiday weekends and the evening rush.
What is the Pattaya airport?+
U-Tapao (UTP), about 40 km south of Pattaya. A car from there starts at ฿700 and takes about 45 minutes.
Is Grab or Bolt cheaper than a private taxi in Pattaya?+
For short trips around town, usually yes. For airport runs and other provinces, a fixed price per car is easier to plan, and app availability for long trips is less certain.
Can I take a baht bus to the airport?+
Not practically. Baht buses run local loops. You can charter one, but the price is negotiated and there is little room for luggage.
Can you take me from Pattaya to Koh Chang or Hua Hin?+
Yes. Koh Chang pier starts at ฿2,600 and Hua Hin at ฿2,950, per vehicle. The ferry to Koh Chang is paid separately.
Is the price per person?+
No. All prices are per vehicle, one way, with tolls and fuel included.
