PATTAYA TO BANGKOK | Which Bus is Best? Pattaya North or Jomtien & Airport Link? 

That's not an easy trip unless you take a taxi. But you could go to the airport then switch to the airport link train as shown on the video. Get off at Ratchaprarop station and it's 5 minutes walk from there. That's my best guess.

@@balloonchaser okay sir, thankyou!

It's a comparison of how to get to Bangkok. Of course, which one is better depends on your final destination. Whatever final destination I chose, someone would say it's not fair because they need to get somewhere else. So I simply showed how to get to Bangkok by these 2 routes.

Yes, you can get a bus to Chiang Mai from Morchit. And to get a bus to Morchit from Pattaya, you leave from Pattaya North Bus Station. I've never done that bus journey. I would probably get a train from Bangkok to Chiang Mai, as I did here. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-7nN89AqZXnM.htmlsi=ncZ6WmQfUmiUF4pD Krung Thep Aphiwat Railway station isn't far from Morchit Bus station. If you do choose the bus, there are at least 3 different bus companies operating the Bangkok to Chiang Mai route. They aren't all the same, particularly in terms of class of bus. My preference is Nakhonchai Air as they have some newer buses. They have their own bus station, which is a short hop from Morchit, AND they also have a bus station in Pattaya on Sukhumvit Road opposite King Power (so it might be possible to go with them all the way) Tel: 038 424 871.

@@balloonchaser thank you for the great info.

Thanks for the question. The bus I went on didn't have a toilet onboard, but there are toilets available at both Pattaya North (3 Baht) and Ekkamai Bus Station (free).

I know you can book a day in advance because that's what I did. Two days, I'd say probably, but not sure 100%!

There is Bell Travel Service, which I haven't tried, but I believe picks up and drops of at hotels and has a slightly more expensive bus departing from the North Bus Station. But for the cheap, walk in big bus to the airport, I believe Jomtien is the option. Thanks!

On both of these services you can buy a ticket on the day OR the day before. If you buy the day before, you will be sure to get on the bus at the departure time you want. If you book on the day, you might have to wait a while (if it's a busy time), and you'll be put on the next available bus.

@@balloonchaser Thank you very much for your good advive😀👍

Thanks, Paul. I'm really not a fan of minivans. I caught one near Bali Hai a few weeks ago. After an hour of driving around I looked out of the window and realised where I was.... Still on the outskirts of Pattaya!

Ekkamai station is actually on Sukhumvit Road. So, there is no distance. But where are you trying to get to because Sukhumvit Road is very long.

Hi. My understanding is that the other bus goes to Morchit Bus terminal, which is about 15 mins taxi or bus ride from Morchit BTS Station.

No, you just follow the signs. There aren't any security checks as you don't actually go into airport departures.

Thanks, David. Yes, the Airport Link is great. On a par with rail links to airports in the West for a fraction of the price. When I lived in Bangkok I rarely took taxis. BTS and MRT were my choice. And since I've moved away they've open so many new lines, it's amazing! True about the learning curve tho'.

Thanks, Ric. They aren't the newest buses on either route that's for sure. But I like the fact they have the capacity to put on extra buses at busy times. Plus they almost always leave on time which is a novelty! Think both ways are great value!

You got in there quick, SG!

​@@balloonchaserHaha that's for sure mate 👍🏼🍻🇦🇺

You're right, taxi can be good, too, especially when travelling with family and luggage. Bus travel is ideal for the single traveller!

Always a pleasure...

Very kind of you to comment. Appreciate it!

Many thanks for your comment. As regards microphone, this is filmed with a dji pocket 2 camera with the included wireless mic. It's inferior to the stand alone dji wireless mics but also much cheaper. Downside is it only works with dji pocket 2 camera! Hope that makes sense.

@@balloonchaser ohh it only works with dji pocket 2, ohh ok. thanks for ur reply.

@DX......838 Yes, mate. I also shoot with a dji action 2, and it doesn't even work with that! You can buy a standalone dji wireless mic set,, but they start at 8,000THB.

Thanks u so much for ur kind advice bro, God bless 👍😊

It's a interesting idea. I'll put it on my ever growing list. Off the top of my head I'd look for flora 1. Jogging round Pratumnak hill 2. Cycling round maprachan lake 3.On the nearby islands like Koh si Chang and Koh Samae San 4. Off the actual paths at nong nuch gardens 5. Maybe around some coffee shops like Rainforest cafe 6. On the cycle track that goes around Suvarnabhumi airport As regards fauna do soi dogs and geckos count? Loads of those inside and outside my room!! :-)

If you want to go directly to the airport, then the best of these buses is the one from Jomtien, next to FoodMart. You can pay on the day but arrive early as it can get booked up sometimes. You can also book the day before to guarantee your seat. Alternatively, if you prefer to travel from North Pattaya Bus station there's an additional service directly to the airport operated by Bell Travel. I reviewed that service here ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-ILAa0HltTbA.htmlsi=2PXr-1dF3zfdp1eL

@@balloonchaser Oh great thank you, Since i would be in pattaya dont know which part, but i would want it to take me directly to the arrivals terminals where I will have my luggage, will pick that up and then depart, my flight leaves at 2:30Pm, if i take the bus at 8, can i cover all that, like pick up my storage from arrival terminal and then depart or will it be a rush?

@alviislam4412 you need to allow about 2 hours for the bus to get from Pattaya to the airport. So that would be 10am arrival there. It sounds like you'd have time. Obviously, check with your airline when you need to check in. Last time I flew, it was 3 hours before departure, but advice changes. Thanks.

@@balloonchaser That does help a lot. Would you recommend mee to book it a day before efrom thee website you mentioned or just go in person at 6:30?

@alviislam4412 when I used it, I went to the booking office the day before to book it. Then you know you have a seat on the correct bus. Good luck!

Thanks for the comment, PFI. Glad it's of use!

Thanks for your comment! That's a coincidence that you got on the same bus as me! They've got dozens of buses. It all seems to run very efficiently. But, yes, the way they display the seat numbers is a bit weird!

It's my pleasure, really!

Thanks for the positive comment. I'm sure you'll love Thailand when you come!

Many thanks for the positive comment!

Absolute pleasure, Henry. Hope it's useful!

Hey BB. Your idea is spot on. And I did it 2 times in succession! But when duty calls, who am I to resist? Hahaha

​@@balloonchaserWas that a question you want answering? Lol 🤣

@@peapaulofthailand6539 I am weak. The boy who cannot say no!

Can bring big luggage, yes.

@@balloonchaser TY for your reply.

If I were you, I'd probably get the bus from Pattaya North Bus Station to Morchitt and then go by Bolt taxi to Don Muang Airport from there.

@@balloonchaser I will check on that. Thank you!

@@AgentJaneS My pleasure

Many thanks for your positive comment!

My pleasure. Thanks for the comment!

@@balloonchaser Welcome thanks again for your video. I was just preparing my trip to Bangkok for next Tuesday 20. and I was wondering should I go to North Pattaya or to Jomtien, when I came across your video thanks to RU-vid algorithm.... ☺️

@@AntoinePierre-u3l That's great! So youtube really does know what you are looking for! Have a great trip!

Thanks for the positive comment!