How to get from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi By Train, Bus And Van

Last updated on August 7th, 2022 at 05:56 am

It was our first time visiting Kanchanaburi together and we will tell how to get from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi by train, bus, taxi and mini van. The distance Bangkok to Kanchanaburi is around 200 kilometers and we will also include things to do in Kanchanaburi.

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Kanchanaburi to Bangkok

Bangkok to Kanchanaburi By Train

We will start with our favorite option to get from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi by train. One of the best experience we had to ride the ordinary train from the Thonburi Train Station. The journey is around 3 hours to get to Kanchanaburi.

The train ticket costs only 100 THB each which is around $3 USD. The trains leave from Thonburi instead Hualamphong Station. You can reach Thonburi Train Statrion with Chao Phraya Express Boat service in Bangkok to Thonburi Railway Pier, BTS to Saphan Taksin Station (Skytrain) or by taxi and Grab.

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Bangkok to Kanchanaburi Train Schedule

The train from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi leave twice per day. The first one starts at 7 50 am and getting to Kanchanaburi at 10 25 but they are usually 30 minutes late. There last train is leaving from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi at 1 55 pm and and getting to Kanchanaburi at 4 25 pm.

For buying the tickets you can do in the train station or booking online. There are usually tickets during weekdays and better you book in advance if you on the weekend.

Bangkok to Kanchanaburi by Bus

Bus Schedule Bangkok to Kanchanaburi

Buses leave regularly throughout the day from both of the main bus terminals in Bangkok. Buses are leaving from the Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai) every 1 hour from 4 am to 10 pm and travel time Bangkok to Kanchanaburi will be around 3 hours. Prices are First class bus 120 THB and second class bus 80 THB.

From the Northern Bus Terminal (Mo Chit) there are buses leaving during the day every 30 minutes from 5am to 4pm and the travel time will be around 4 hours. If you want to git a First class bus prices are 130 THB and for a second class bus is 90 THB both of them with air conditioning.

Minivan from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi

Prices of the minivan going from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi are 150 THB and the travel time is around 3 hours getting to Kanchanaburi bus station which is 4-5 kilometers far from the accommodation area in Kanchanaburi.

There are minivans leaving from Northern Bus Terminal (Chatuchak Minivan Station), Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai) and Khao San Road. Make sure you aren’t bringing so much luggage otherwise they will charge you an extra seat. Minivans are leaving every hour without fixed schedule. They leave when they are full.

Taxi from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi

The most comfortable option would be a taxi from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi. It will take around 2 hours and a half from your hotel to your destination. It will cost 1200-1500 THB.

It will be a great option if you are traveling with a few people or you are bringing too much luggage.

Bangkok to Kanchanaburi Flight

There are no flights between Bangkok and Kanchanaburi. So choose one of the options above. Our favorite is the train beautiful views and cheap journey.

But maybe you prefer bus or van if you are staying near one of the Bus or Van Terminals.

Best time to visit Kanchanaburi

If you’re traveling to Kanchanaburi you might want to avoid the summer months of March to May. If the heat doesn’t bother you, just always make sure to stay hydrated, bring sunscreen and to wear light clothing during your travels.

For those thinking of going from June to September, this is Thailand’s rainy season. Sightseeing may not be as enjoyable during these months. So, the best time to visit Kanchanaburi would be around November to February, when the rain has lifted but the cool weather remains.

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What to do in Kanchanaburi

VISIT ERAWAN WATERFALLS

There are 7 levels waterfalls in Erawan National Park. We recommend you to visit first thing in the morning, avoiding the crowd as we did. A nice hike, swimming in the falls, taking pictures and even get a massage with your feet from the fishes. You just go inside the water and fishes will start biting you. Rachel loved it so much!

 The place is very well conserved and they don’t allow visitors to bring food and water. You need to pay 20 Bahts per plastic bottle. You may get your plastic bottles, if you still need to use them, as you can get them from the counters just before leaving the falls.

VISIT SAI YOK NATIONAL PARK

Sai Yok National Park is a very nice and quiet place to stay and visit! It was our first experience sleeping in raft houses next to the river. The raft has everything that you need and all the comfort – there is a private shower with running water, huge bed, everything very clean and as a big surprise, no mosquitoes! They told us because the water is not stagnant in the area, and actually move fast, that mosquitoes don’t stay and lurk in the area.

VISIT PRASAT MUEANG SINGH HISTORICAL PARK

One of our favorite hidden place was Prasat Mueang Sing Historical Park in Kanchanaburi. We really love Khmer temples. The ruins are from the 13th-14th century and they are well conserved. The name Mueang Sing of the ruins came the reign of King Rama. 

The place is super quiet and we didn’t see any tourist during our visit. It’s small and you can make the visit in less than an hour taking your time to walk around and for your pictures.

VISIT BRIDGE OVER THE RIVER KWAI

Thamkra Sae where you can visit the railway. The train is coming everyday from Bangkok and the speed is very slow. A perfect place to get amazing views and walking around the railway enjoying the river views. This spot has a really long place in history, with prisoners were carried by train to Myanmar.

Where to Stay in Kanchanaburi

There are places to stay in Kanchanaburi starting from $20 USD you can get a room or even cheaper if you decide to stay in a dorm. If you prefer mid budget in Kanchanaburi from $20-50 USD will be perfect. And for luxury budget expect to pay $50-100 USD.

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