Hi friends. This video was long overdue, and I'm happy to finally post it. There are more ways to reach Pattaya from DMK, but none as efficient as this one. Please share your views.
Hi. These are my reasons for recommending Ekkamai instead of Mo Chit: The last time I checked, the frequency of Pattaya bus from Mo Chit was once in two hours. I have taken that bus a couple of times, but every time my wait time at Mo Chit was too long. From Ekkamai, officially the buses go every hour, but during busy time, they add extra services. That makes the trip to Pattaya from Ekkamai quicker compared to Mo Chit. Another reason for suggesting Ekkamai is that I want new tourists coming to Thailand to know about Ekkamai Bus Station because it is attached to a Skytrain station. When someone has to come back from Pattaya to Bangkok, Ekkamai is a smarter choice. I have seen tourists coming to Bangkok from Pattaya buying a ticket to Mo Chit, and then they end up regretting it. Going from Mo Chit to Bangkok city is a pain unless someone is familiar with everything or takes a taxi all the way. Mo Chit Bus Station is also a scam terminal. Minivan operators at Mo Chit always try to misguide tourists, telling them that there is no bus to Pattaya, so they can take a van only. Later, that scam van drops tourists in some obscure place on the Sukhumvit highway near Pattaya. From there, the tourists have to again take a taxi to their hotel. There is another reason. The Bus No. A1 drops passengers at a particular place on Mo Chit terminal ground, from where one has to walk to the terminal building. The passenger has to know the way to the terminal building. And if they don't know, asking around is difficult because of the language problem. Personally, I have never had a happy travel experience at Mo Chit Bus Station. I am a frequent traveler to Thailand, and have suggested this route to Pattaya keeping all the factors in mind.
Hi. Yes, there is a bus from Mochit-2 Bus Terminal. Before this video became popular, the bus company was operating buses from Mochit every two hours. Recently they have changed timings to 90 minutes gap, and added some services in the morning. However, it is still good for a first timer to Thailand to know about Ekkamai Bus Terminal, particularly when traveling back from Pattaya to Bangkok city. Ekkamai Bus Terminal is also easier to navigate. On top of that, the bus company operates extra unscheduled bus trips from Ekkamai resulting in a shorter wait time compared to Mochit.
Hi. What is the frequency of buses to Pattaya from Mo Chit? Is it every hour or is it every two hours? And do they operate additional services when the demand is more?
Actually I have travelled from Mo Chit to Pattaya a couple of times. Both the times, the next available bus was going after more than two hours. I had to wait a long time. But whenever I am going via Ekkamai, I am usually getting the next bus in less than an hour. They always add extra services when demand is more. Now, personally I prefer Ekkamai. Other than that, the A1 bus dropped me at a particular place on Mo Chit terminal ground from where, I would have to know the way to the Pattaya bus ticket counter. Due to the language problem, asking other people there is difficult. For a new person, it is easier to walk from Ekkamai BTS station to Ekkamai bus terminal. Also, for a first timer, it is important to know about Ekkamai bus terminal because it is attached to a BTS station. That knowledge helps when someone has to come back from Pattaya to Bangkok. About the cost and time, the ticket price from Ekkamai is less by a few Baht. And it saves a lot of time compared to Mo Chit. The next time you have to travel from DMK to Pattaya, try to go via Ekkamai. You will know the difference. Actually I am waiting for a regular bus service to start from DMK itself to Pattaya, similar to BKK. I hope someone tells me about that.
@@desiyatri no it's not like that mochit bus station is having bus after two hours time. Might be it's your bad experience. I traveled 10 time to Thailand almost Evey year And i traveled from all the transportation available in Thailand. I think you always landing at DMK airport. Now DMK airport also having red line skytrain which connected with other part of Bbk MRT and skytrain station too. Very soon my new vlog coming how to travel in Thailand and all the travel tips. 👍🏻
You can take bus from mo chit to pattaya directly no need to go ekkamai, bus fare is 123bhat. Get down chatachuk intercity bus terminal it's near by mochit station and go to pattaya..
just walking the beach road, i seen there some shared vans from central festival to Bangna bus terminal and there is klook shuttle bus between bkk and pty.
Hi. Yes, I know that shared van from Central Festival. They operate from 9.30 AM to 7.00 PM, and used to cost 135 Baht. Don't know the current price. The problem with the shared vans is the luggage. If you are carrying a small bag which you can keep in your lap, then those vans are ok. Otherwise, if you have a big bag, they ask you to buy an extra ticket for the bag. But the Klook shuttle bus is news to me. I will find out about that. Thank you for this really useful information.
Very smart and informative video I've ever seen on this subject! I'm also planning a trip to Thailand in September. I'll contact in case I need more info. Thank you.
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Hi. The best way to do a Bangkok City or nearby places Tour is to look for the same in the Klook App. The app will show you different available tours with prices and pickup/drop options. You can pay with your credit card.
You can also get to pataya by minivan from mochit minivan station in mochit. The airport bus stopped infront of mochit bus station. The next station after mochit bts station
@lilachu7654 Both buses and minivans are available from the Mochit 2 Bus Station. However, the minivan is a bad idea because it drops people in Pattaya only on Sukhumvit Highway, and does not go into the city. The bus service to Pattaya from Mochit-2 Bus Station has longer wait times, and the last bus leaves at 6.00 PM.
Hi. This is how I travel from DMK to Pattaya, and I suggest the same for my fellow travelers. If you need any more info or clarification, feel free to write another comment.
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@@desiyatri Thanks brother...Hum first time ja Raha hai..Please batana medical insurance important hai kya ..aur flight ticket Flipkart pe sasta araha hai to idhar se le sakta hai....and humhara double dose hai vaccine koi issue to Nehi hoga ..booster Nehi Lia.....ahi sb chota chota 10sn hai....5 din ka tour hoga Bangkok and Pattaya ka Lia 20k Bhatt enough hoga 2 person ka Lia
1. Medical or travel insurance is not compulsory. If you want it, you can take it. It is your decision. 2. About Air tickets, you may like to search on easemytrip and skyscanner also. You may find better deals. On easemytrip, try coupon code EASEFLY, you may get a good discount. 3. There is no requirement of vaccine or booster dose for Thailand. But when coming back to India, they may ask your vaccine status. Double dose is enough. Carry your vaccination certificate print. 4. About money to be carried to Thailand, you need 10,000 Baht per person or 20,000 Baht per family. Visa on arrival fee is to be carried extra. For 2 persons, better carry at least 25,000 Baht. You should have confirmed return air tickets, and confirmed hotel bookings.
Take a taxi. this is not worth the hassle unless you are on a very tight budget. taxi's are so cheap in Thailand. Often will collect you from inside the terminal too. I've taken 4 in the 4 weeks in Thailand recently. Good video regardless!
@MrRawUK Thank you for sharing. My last taxi experience at DMK was bad. I booked on Bolt, and to go to Pattaya, it showed a price of 1400 Baht. Then the taxi driver sent a message and demanded 2000 Baht for the same ride, and asked me to cancel the ride if I did not want to pay 2000. I think if you are at DMK in the morning hours, it is easy to get a cab at a good price. But in the evening, it all becomes more expensive.
Hi. I will share the info I could find online. In the A1 bus from DMK to Mochit, the adult ticket price is 30 Baht, and the adult ticket price from Ekkamai to Pattaya is 131 Baht. About child tickets, it is mentioned somewhere in the BKK-PAT bus company website that for a small child, who can sit in your lap, a ticket is not required. And if you need a seat for the child, then a full ticket has to be purchased. I am not sure of this info. In the A1 bus, children under 3 years can travel free, and older than 3 years will need a ticket. It is possible that A1 bus ticket will be discounted by 50% for children aged 3 to 12 years, but again, not sure of the info.
Hi Edwin. Before my video became popular, those buses from Mochit used to depart once every two hours. Now they have changed the timings because I was sending people to Ekkamai. Anyway, for a first-time visitor on a Bangkok/Pattaya trip, it helps to know Ekkamai, particularly when they have to come back from Pattaya to Bangkok. Ekkamai bus station is attached to Skytrain, and is the most convenient. It is also easy to navigate. As for suggesting Mochit, I will review the scheduled bus timings in December 2023 and make a new video at that time.
Hi. Many thanks for your kind words. About the hotel, actually most budget hotels in Pattaya are guest-friendly. Just avoid the 5-star types, and also those where tour groups stay. If you want to be sure, choose any LK group hotel. Right now, I am considering Pattaya Blue Sky hotel for my next trip. Looks good from the reviews. But usually, I stay at Red Planet. That one is basic but ok.
I read about it online that in August 2022, they had started a trial run. But looks like they did not continue. I checked the 389 and their sister company Bell Travel's websites. Both are not showing any direct service from DMK to Pattaya. I am actually waiting for this service to start. Whenever I get any update, I will share it.
You may buy Thai Baht currency in India from BookMyForex or buy USD anywhere in India if you can get it cheap, and change to THB after coming to Thailand. Indian rupee exchange rate in Thailand is really bad. You may like to watch my best Pattaya money changer video here: th-cam.com/video/id8B9sxtFUg/w-d-xo.html
Hi. Up to my last visit to Bangkok and Pattaya in June 2023, I have not seen a direct bus service between Pattaya and Don Mueang Airport. When I had to travel on that route, I first took a bus from Pattaya to Ekkamai Bus Station in Bangkok. Then from Ekkamai BTS Skytrain, I went to Mo Chit BTS. From there, I took Bus No. A1 to Don Mueang Airport.
In the A1 bus, there is no luggage charge. But in the Ekkamai to Pattaya bus, sometimes they demand 20 Baht if the bag is too heavy or too large. And sometimes they don't ask for anything.
Yes there are quite a few. Pattaya beach and Coral Island are the two main attractions. A day trip to Coral Island may include activities such as parasailing, snorkeling, and under-sea walk. Other than these two, Pattaya has some really good shopping malls, particularly Terminal 21. Massage shops are everywhere and then there is the nightlife attraction called Walking Street.
I saw your video and comments. I tried to use the Shuttle bus to Suvarnabhumi telling them I was going to Pattaya with the bus from there. They said only if you have a flight from Suvarnabhumi. So I jumped on the A1 bus to Mo Chit bus terminal. Arrived after 15 minutes, purchased a ticket to Pattaya, but have to wait for more than two hours. I'm there right now...
@vikingrogaland2844 I don't understand your comment. In this video, I have recommended going to Pattaya via Ekkamai. In many of the comments on this video, I have said that the wait time from Mochit is longer. You did not follow my advice. About the shuttle video, that service is for air travelers having flights from the other airport. There also, I never said someone can use it to go to the other airport to board a bus to Pattaya. Please clarify your comment.
@@desiyatri I saw somebody claims it, not you. I use to travel from Ekkamai, just wanted to try another route. I don't complain about you, you made an excellent video on the subject. You are right.
@vikingrogaland2844 Thank you for clarifying. The bus company has a problem with this video because I send people to Ekkamai. After the video became popular, they have changed service timings from Mochit by adding services in the morning and removing evening services. They have also reduced wait times from 2 hours to 90 minutes for certain hours. But still, I feel that Ekkamai is a better option for first time visitors. Experienced people can go via Mochit.
@harikhatri911 There are flights between DMK and HDY from Air Asia and Nok AIr. The cost is usually between INR 2500 and 4000. You can book those flights online. I cannot share website links here, but flights can be searched on SkyScanner or EaseMyTrip, etc.
From DMK to Pattaya, if we take grab... Do you know the price?? Because we arrive late in night & with children is less comfortable, transfer few times in night
Hi. A Grab car from DMK to Pattaya during day time costs approximately 1700 Baht. At night, it may cost a little more. You also have the option of taking a Bangkok meter taxi which may cost around 1800 Baht, but that price is subject to bargaining. The third option is of using online taxi booking services, which you can find on Google.
@@desiyatri May I asked again, How to go pattaya from Pratunam area by bus?? I still doubt to go Pattaya from DMK, because its late in night arrive in DMK, and afraid my child is too tired... Tks
From Pratunam you can go to the nearest skytrain station (Siam or Chit Lom), and go to Ekkamai Skytrain station. Ekkamai Bus Terminal is right next to the Ekkamai Skytrain station. You can even take a meter taxi to Ekkamai Bus Terminal. From that bus terminal, you can take a bus to Pattaya. Please watch this video for details: th-cam.com/video/J6dw-YT_yVI/w-d-xo.html
Hi. The Mo Chit I show in this video is the Mo Chit BTS station. Mo Chit Bus Terminal, also known as Northern Bus Terminal, is a different place. The A1 bus, that drops people at Mo Chit BTS, then goes onwards to Mo Chit Bus Terminal. From that bus terminal, buses are available for Pattaya, but they depart every two hours, and cost 141 Baht. From Ekkamai, buses are available every hour. So, in my own personal experience, I have found going to Ekkamai more convenient. That is the reason I suggest Ekkamai for everyone. The other reason for suggesting Ekkamai is, for the tourists who are coming back from Pattaya to Bangkok, coming to Ekkamai is better because it is connected to a BTS station. My objective is to familiarize people with the Ekkamai bus terminal. In my first comment on this video, I wrote that there are other ways to travel to Pattaya from DMK. I just suggested the one that is the most convenient.
Hi. Yes, I have seen a shared van service from DMK to BKK. I used it before the pandemic but hopefully it is still operating. Exit from gate no. 1 or 2, and turn right towards the parking. At the opposite end of the parking you should see the van boarding point. They used to charge 50 Baht, and an extra ticket for a big bag. Perhaps the price has changed now. The van used to take me to BKK in one hour. Just be careful to get down at the ground level of BKK. Ask another passenger on the van for guidance if you don't know where to get down.
@hassanalihusseini1717 The shuttle service between DMK and BKK is for transit passengers only. You need an air ticket for a flight taking off from the other airport. If you are going from DMK to BKK to catch the Pattaya bus, then the shuttle cannot be used.
@TravelShorts7 Hi. It will be risky because all subsequent buses from Ekkamai may be sold out by the time you get there. If possible, try to book a ticket in advance. Search on Google for AirportPattayaBus and you may find the official company website for online bookings. Again, you will be taking the risk of delayed arrival of your flight. This is a tough one, friend.
French proverb, why make it simple when you can make it complicated, you can take the bus to Pattaya at Mot Chit terminal bus station, why complicate life with the Sky train to Ekkamai?
Here's why. Last time I checked, the bus to Pattaya from Mo Chit 2 goes once every two hours. Whereas, from Ekkamai, it goes every hour. I have tried traveling from Mo Chit 2, but every time it took longer than expected. My wait time at Mo Chit was too long. Suppose I reach Mo Chit 2 at 6.30 AM, and find that the 7.30 bus to Pattaya is sold out, the next bus I get will leave at 9.30. The other reason for suggesting Ekkamai is to familiarize tourists with Ekkamai bus terminal. That bus terminal is attached to a BTS station, and while returning from Pattaya, is way more convenient compared to Mo Chit 2.
In Pattaya, do the full day Coral Island trip. The other good places are Pattaya Beach, Big Buddha, and the shopping malls. Terminal 21 is the best. There are a number of paid attractions which you can find on the Klook app at the best prices. Even Coral Island can be booked on Klook.
@@desiyatri it depends on where y go in pattaya. there also a bus between Jomtien Beach and Suvarnabhumi Airport. personally, Ekkamai bus terminal is fit for those who from bangkok city and mochit bus terminal is fit for those who from don meang airport. in addition, there also Bangna bus terminal to pattaya.
@pedrotangtang8420 The Suvarnabhumi to Pattaya bus is not suitable for someone who is looking to travel from Don Mueang to Pattaya because going from Don Mueang to Suvarnabhumi is another hassle. About the choice between Mo Chit and Ekkamai, my video is meant for someone who is coming to Bangkok for the first time, and needs to go to Pattaya. I have personally traveled from Mo Chit to Pattaya, and at that time the bus timings were like one bus in two hours. Recently, after my video became popular, the bus company has introduced more buses in the morning from Mo Chit and reduced service during morning hours from Ekkamai. Still, during the day, many bus timings from Mo Chit are after a 90-minute gap. From Ekkamai, there is a bus every hour. And more than that, Ekkamai terminal is easy to navigate even for first timers. Mo Chit, on the other hand, is confusing. I believe that first-time visitors to Bangkok and Pattaya should know about Ekkamai terminal, and that is why I have suggested going via that route.
@danielyeh1627 If you don't want to wait for the bus, you may take a meter taxi to Mochit Bus Terminal (Mochit-2). From there, you will get a bus to Pattaya.
@dhawalbarot3968 It is an estimate only, but I think it should be 160 Baht including airport surcharge. There are two options there, one on the normal road, and one on the toll road. If you opt for the toll road, the cost will increase, but you will avoid traffic. About the bus service from Mochit 2 to Pattaya, according to the company website, they have services every hour between 5 am and 6 pm. I can't post links here, but you can Google for "Mochit 2 to Pattaya bus schedule." In practice, however, some of those hourly services don't operate. The schedule posted at the booking counter at Mochit 2 is sometimes different from what they show on the website.
I have seen mini vans at DMK which go to Suvarnabhumi airport. The price before the pandemic used to be 50 baht with only handbags allowed. For large bags, extra ticket was to be purchased. From Suvarnabhumi, bus to Pattaya is available. But this route takes too long. A lot of time gets wasted waiting for both the van and the bus. The route suggested in the video is better.
Hi friends. This video was long overdue, and I'm happy to finally post it. There are more ways to reach Pattaya from DMK, but none as efficient as this one. Please share your views.
if i want to go from pattaya to dmk , how is that possible
That information is in the video itself. From Ekkamai BTS, go to Mochit BTS and catch AI bus.
You can take bus to pattaya from morchit bus station, the bus fare thb 143
Hi. These are my reasons for recommending Ekkamai instead of Mo Chit: The last time I checked, the frequency of Pattaya bus from Mo Chit was once in two hours. I have taken that bus a couple of times, but every time my wait time at Mo Chit was too long. From Ekkamai, officially the buses go every hour, but during busy time, they add extra services. That makes the trip to Pattaya from Ekkamai quicker compared to Mo Chit. Another reason for suggesting Ekkamai is that I want new tourists coming to Thailand to know about Ekkamai Bus Station because it is attached to a Skytrain station. When someone has to come back from Pattaya to Bangkok, Ekkamai is a smarter choice. I have seen tourists coming to Bangkok from Pattaya buying a ticket to Mo Chit, and then they end up regretting it. Going from Mo Chit to Bangkok city is a pain unless someone is familiar with everything or takes a taxi all the way. Mo Chit Bus Station is also a scam terminal. Minivan operators at Mo Chit always try to misguide tourists, telling them that there is no bus to Pattaya, so they can take a van only. Later, that scam van drops tourists in some obscure place on the Sukhumvit highway near Pattaya. From there, the tourists have to again take a taxi to their hotel. There is another reason. The Bus No. A1 drops passengers at a particular place on Mo Chit terminal ground, from where one has to walk to the terminal building. The passenger has to know the way to the terminal building. And if they don't know, asking around is difficult because of the language problem. Personally, I have never had a happy travel experience at Mo Chit Bus Station. I am a frequent traveler to Thailand, and have suggested this route to Pattaya keeping all the factors in mind.
Without going to Ekamai, from A1 bus you can get down to MO-CHIT Busstation, from thair directly bus availabe as same as Ekamai
Hi. Yes, there is a bus from Mochit-2 Bus Terminal. Before this video became popular, the bus company was operating buses from Mochit every two hours. Recently they have changed timings to 90 minutes gap, and added some services in the morning. However, it is still good for a first timer to Thailand to know about Ekkamai Bus Terminal, particularly when traveling back from Pattaya to Bangkok city. Ekkamai Bus Terminal is also easier to navigate. On top of that, the bus company operates extra unscheduled bus trips from Ekkamai resulting in a shorter wait time compared to Mochit.
No need to go ekmmai. You Will get same bus from mochit bus station for pattaya save time and money 👍🏻
Hi. What is the frequency of buses to Pattaya from Mo Chit? Is it every hour or is it every two hours? And do they operate additional services when the demand is more?
@@desiyatri well it's after every hour time same like Ekkamai bus station.
Actually I have travelled from Mo Chit to Pattaya a couple of times. Both the times, the next available bus was going after more than two hours. I had to wait a long time. But whenever I am going via Ekkamai, I am usually getting the next bus in less than an hour. They always add extra services when demand is more. Now, personally I prefer Ekkamai. Other than that, the A1 bus dropped me at a particular place on Mo Chit terminal ground from where, I would have to know the way to the Pattaya bus ticket counter. Due to the language problem, asking other people there is difficult. For a new person, it is easier to walk from Ekkamai BTS station to Ekkamai bus terminal. Also, for a first timer, it is important to know about Ekkamai bus terminal because it is attached to a BTS station. That knowledge helps when someone has to come back from Pattaya to Bangkok. About the cost and time, the ticket price from Ekkamai is less by a few Baht. And it saves a lot of time compared to Mo Chit. The next time you have to travel from DMK to Pattaya, try to go via Ekkamai. You will know the difference. Actually I am waiting for a regular bus service to start from DMK itself to Pattaya, similar to BKK. I hope someone tells me about that.
@@desiyatri no it's not like that mochit bus station is having bus after two hours time. Might be it's your bad experience. I traveled 10 time to Thailand almost Evey year And i traveled from all the transportation available in Thailand. I think you always landing at DMK airport. Now DMK airport also having red line skytrain which connected with other part of Bbk MRT and skytrain station too. Very soon my new vlog coming how to travel in Thailand and all the travel tips. 👍🏻
I hope your comments on my channel give publicity to your upcoming vlog 👍
Thank you so muchhhhh for this video.... It helps me a lot
Hi. I am glad you liked the video. Thank you for the kind words 😊
You can take bus from mo chit to pattaya directly no need to go ekkamai, bus fare is 123bhat. Get down chatachuk intercity bus terminal it's near by mochit station and go to pattaya..
just walking the beach road, i seen there some shared vans from central festival to Bangna bus terminal and there is klook shuttle bus between bkk and pty.
Hi. Yes, I know that shared van from Central Festival. They operate from 9.30 AM to 7.00 PM, and used to cost 135 Baht. Don't know the current price. The problem with the shared vans is the luggage. If you are carrying a small bag which you can keep in your lap, then those vans are ok. Otherwise, if you have a big bag, they ask you to buy an extra ticket for the bag. But the Klook shuttle bus is news to me. I will find out about that. Thank you for this really useful information.
Thanks for this informative video dear friend.
Hi Nanda Kishore ji. I am glad that you liked my video. Thank you for the kind words 😊
Very good video with clear instructions, many thanks.
@lost-again Thank you for the appreciation 😊
Thank u my dear for the information it can help us a lot
My pleasure 😊, and thank you for the good words.
Very smart and informative video I've ever seen on this subject! I'm also planning a trip to Thailand in September. I'll contact in case I need more info. Thank you.
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Do you recommend any budget friendly hotel in Bankok, preferably near any of the BTS stations?
I have stayed at Rezt, Bangkok in Soi 22, close to both Phrom Pong and Asok BTS stations. It is good and value for money.
Bus available from mochit bus terminal to Pattaya. No need to travel all the way to ekamai.
great... big thanks
You are most welcome 😊
Yes it was very informative
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Very helpful video. Please provide the information about Bangkok city tour with local public transport. Thanks
Hi. The best way to do a Bangkok City or nearby places Tour is to look for the same in the Klook App. The app will show you different available tours with prices and pickup/drop options. You can pay with your credit card.
@@desiyatri Thanks for your valuable reply.
You are welcome 😊
You can also get to pataya by minivan from mochit minivan station in mochit. The airport bus stopped infront of mochit bus station. The next station after mochit bts station
@lilachu7654 Both buses and minivans are available from the Mochit 2 Bus Station. However, the minivan is a bad idea because it drops people in Pattaya only on Sukhumvit Highway, and does not go into the city. The bus service to Pattaya from Mochit-2 Bus Station has longer wait times, and the last bus leaves at 6.00 PM.
Good video 👍
Hi. Thank you for the appreciation 😊
Very good information 👍👍
Hi. Thank you 😊
Superb! Video, Useful content, Thank you from 👍EXPATsofa👃- Expat here.
Glad you liked it 😊, and thank you for the kind words.
Thank you brother..We are planing to visit with our family 4 member ..Hope it work .
Hi. This is how I travel from DMK to Pattaya, and I suggest the same for my fellow travelers. If you need any more info or clarification, feel free to write another comment.
@@desiyatri Thanks brother..Ya Mera first trip hoga with family...So apka video bohut helpful hua ..But kuch information aur Janna hai flight ka bara Mai..apka mujha mail karke ya kuch aur tarah contact number share kar sakta ho because TH-cam pe number to Nehi ayaga ...isliya bola....bohut help hoga vai ..first ja Raha hu bohut kuch Janna hai
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@@desiyatri Thanks brother...Hum first time ja Raha hai..Please batana medical insurance important hai kya ..aur flight ticket Flipkart pe sasta araha hai to idhar se le sakta hai....and humhara double dose hai vaccine koi issue to Nehi hoga ..booster Nehi Lia.....ahi sb chota chota 10sn hai....5 din ka tour hoga Bangkok and Pattaya ka Lia 20k Bhatt enough hoga 2 person ka Lia
1. Medical or travel insurance is not compulsory. If you want it, you can take it. It is your decision.
2. About Air tickets, you may like to search on easemytrip and skyscanner also. You may find better deals. On easemytrip, try coupon code EASEFLY, you may get a good discount.
3. There is no requirement of vaccine or booster dose for Thailand. But when coming back to India, they may ask your vaccine status. Double dose is enough. Carry your vaccination certificate print.
4. About money to be carried to Thailand, you need 10,000 Baht per person or 20,000 Baht per family. Visa on arrival fee is to be carried extra. For 2 persons, better carry at least 25,000 Baht. You should have confirmed return air tickets, and confirmed hotel bookings.
Take a taxi. this is not worth the hassle unless you are on a very tight budget. taxi's are so cheap in Thailand. Often will collect you from inside the terminal too. I've taken 4 in the 4 weeks in Thailand recently. Good video regardless!
@MrRawUK Thank you for sharing. My last taxi experience at DMK was bad. I booked on Bolt, and to go to Pattaya, it showed a price of 1400 Baht. Then the taxi driver sent a message and demanded 2000 Baht for the same ride, and asked me to cancel the ride if I did not want to pay 2000. I think if you are at DMK in the morning hours, it is easy to get a cab at a good price. But in the evening, it all becomes more expensive.
Your vedio is very helpful. Can you please tell us about the children ticket price of bkk to Pattaya bus. TIA
Hi. I will share the info I could find online. In the A1 bus from DMK to Mochit, the adult ticket price is 30 Baht, and the adult ticket price from Ekkamai to Pattaya is 131 Baht. About child tickets, it is mentioned somewhere in the BKK-PAT bus company website that for a small child, who can sit in your lap, a ticket is not required. And if you need a seat for the child, then a full ticket has to be purchased. I am not sure of this info. In the A1 bus, children under 3 years can travel free, and older than 3 years will need a ticket. It is possible that A1 bus ticket will be discounted by 50% for children aged 3 to 12 years, but again, not sure of the info.
They're buses from mochit bus station directly to north Pattaya bus station
Hi Edwin. Before my video became popular, those buses from Mochit used to depart once every two hours. Now they have changed the timings because I was sending people to Ekkamai. Anyway, for a first-time visitor on a Bangkok/Pattaya trip, it helps to know Ekkamai, particularly when they have to come back from Pattaya to Bangkok. Ekkamai bus station is attached to Skytrain, and is the most convenient. It is also easy to navigate. As for suggesting Mochit, I will review the scheduled bus timings in December 2023 and make a new video at that time.
Wonderful vdo
Really helpful 👌
May visit next month 😊
Any guest friendly hotel recommendations in pattaya Beach??
Hi. Many thanks for your kind words. About the hotel, actually most budget hotels in Pattaya are guest-friendly. Just avoid the 5-star types, and also those where tour groups stay. If you want to be sure, choose any LK group hotel. Right now, I am considering Pattaya Blue Sky hotel for my next trip. Looks good from the reviews. But usually, I stay at Red Planet. That one is basic but ok.
Hi , I read about a direct bus from DMK to pattaya called Bus 389 and it costs 120 thb . Is this still there ?
I read about it online that in August 2022, they had started a trial run. But looks like they did not continue. I checked the 389 and their sister company Bell Travel's websites. Both are not showing any direct service from DMK to Pattaya. I am actually waiting for this service to start. Whenever I get any update, I will share it.
Between Mochit or Ekkamai which will be more convenient option to go to Pattaya?
I always recommend Ekkamai.
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@SoumyadevBose Happy to hear that. Thanks 😊
Can take direct bus from Don mueang to Pattaya?? Is this possible
Hi. I have yet to see a direct bus from Don Mueang airport to Pattaya. When I see it, will update the info.
Is there shared vans from Don mueang to pattaya
For Bus ticket A1 inside Airport or I have to buy ticket from inside bus...
You get the ticket inside the bus. There is a conductor on the bus who gives the tickets.
@@desiyatri Thank u so much for ur reply...
You simply Awesome ❤
Thank you so much 😀
Money convertion from india or from pattaya which is best.
You may buy Thai Baht currency in India from BookMyForex or buy USD anywhere in India if you can get it cheap, and change to THB after coming to Thailand. Indian rupee exchange rate in Thailand is really bad. You may like to watch my best Pattaya money changer video here: th-cam.com/video/id8B9sxtFUg/w-d-xo.html
Can we take a direct bus from Pattaya to don mueang airport. ?
Hi. Up to my last visit to Bangkok and Pattaya in June 2023, I have not seen a direct bus service between Pattaya and Don Mueang Airport. When I had to travel on that route, I first took a bus from Pattaya to Ekkamai Bus Station in Bangkok. Then from Ekkamai BTS Skytrain, I went to Mo Chit BTS. From there, I took Bus No. A1 to Don Mueang Airport.
Nice video bro
Hi. Thank you 😊
Is there any luggage charges in bus ?
In the A1 bus, there is no luggage charge. But in the Ekkamai to Pattaya bus, sometimes they demand 20 Baht if the bag is too heavy or too large. And sometimes they don't ask for anything.
Is there good recommended places to visit in pattaya?
Yes there are quite a few. Pattaya beach and Coral Island are the two main attractions. A day trip to Coral Island may include activities such as parasailing, snorkeling, and under-sea walk. Other than these two, Pattaya has some really good shopping malls, particularly Terminal 21. Massage shops are everywhere and then there is the nightlife attraction called Walking Street.
Sanctuary of Truth is quite impressive.
@hassanalihusseini1717 Yes, that one is a good family attraction. Have to make a video on that.
I saw your video and comments. I tried to use the Shuttle bus to Suvarnabhumi telling them I was going to Pattaya with the bus from there. They said only if you have a flight from Suvarnabhumi. So I jumped on the A1 bus to Mo Chit bus terminal. Arrived after 15 minutes, purchased a ticket to Pattaya, but have to wait for more than two hours. I'm there right now...
@vikingrogaland2844 I don't understand your comment. In this video, I have recommended going to Pattaya via Ekkamai. In many of the comments on this video, I have said that the wait time from Mochit is longer. You did not follow my advice. About the shuttle video, that service is for air travelers having flights from the other airport. There also, I never said someone can use it to go to the other airport to board a bus to Pattaya. Please clarify your comment.
@@desiyatri I saw somebody claims it, not you. I use to travel from Ekkamai, just wanted to try another route. I don't complain about you, you made an excellent video on the subject. You are right.
@vikingrogaland2844 Thank you for clarifying. The bus company has a problem with this video because I send people to Ekkamai. After the video became popular, they have changed service timings from Mochit by adding services in the morning and removing evening services. They have also reduced wait times from 2 hours to 90 minutes for certain hours. But still, I feel that Ekkamai is a better option for first time visitors. Experienced people can go via Mochit.
How much is the plane fare frim DON mue airport to hat yai.where do we get that??
@harikhatri911 There are flights between DMK and HDY from Air Asia and Nok AIr. The cost is usually between INR 2500 and 4000. You can book those flights online. I cannot share website links here, but flights can be searched on SkyScanner or EaseMyTrip, etc.
Is there any direct train to pattaya from DMK airport or bangkok
@ahmed.n.n3718 I am not aware of any direct train between Bangkok and Pattaya.
From DMK to Pattaya, if we take grab... Do you know the price?? Because we arrive late in night & with children is less comfortable, transfer few times in night
Hi. A Grab car from DMK to Pattaya during day time costs approximately 1700 Baht. At night, it may cost a little more. You also have the option of taking a Bangkok meter taxi which may cost around 1800 Baht, but that price is subject to bargaining. The third option is of using online taxi booking services, which you can find on Google.
@@desiyatri Thanks a lot for your info & help
You are welcome 😊
@@desiyatri May I asked again, How to go pattaya from Pratunam area by bus?? I still doubt to go Pattaya from DMK, because its late in night arrive in DMK, and afraid my child is too tired... Tks
From Pratunam you can go to the nearest skytrain station (Siam or Chit Lom), and go to Ekkamai Skytrain station. Ekkamai Bus Terminal is right next to the Ekkamai Skytrain station. You can even take a meter taxi to Ekkamai Bus Terminal. From that bus terminal, you can take a bus to Pattaya. Please watch this video for details: th-cam.com/video/J6dw-YT_yVI/w-d-xo.html
u have bus station at mo chit to pattaya directly and cost effective also 119 baht, am i rite?
Hi. The Mo Chit I show in this video is the Mo Chit BTS station. Mo Chit Bus Terminal, also known as Northern Bus Terminal, is a different place. The A1 bus, that drops people at Mo Chit BTS, then goes onwards to Mo Chit Bus Terminal. From that bus terminal, buses are available for Pattaya, but they depart every two hours, and cost 141 Baht. From Ekkamai, buses are available every hour. So, in my own personal experience, I have found going to Ekkamai more convenient. That is the reason I suggest Ekkamai for everyone. The other reason for suggesting Ekkamai is, for the tourists who are coming back from Pattaya to Bangkok, coming to Ekkamai is better because it is connected to a BTS station. My objective is to familiarize people with the Ekkamai bus terminal. In my first comment on this video, I wrote that there are other ways to travel to Pattaya from DMK. I just suggested the one that is the most convenient.
I WENT LIKE THIS (7/9/2024)AIRPORT TO MOCHIT BUS TERMINAL 30BHAT AND MOCHIT TO PATTAYA 140BHAT. TOTAL 170BHAT. TO PATTAYA LAST BUS IS 6PM.
How we can travel from mochit to don meung airport reply please
Hi. Yes, from Mochit 2 bus station, you can take Airport Bus to Don Mueang Airport. This bus can also be taken from Mochit BTS Station.
hi.. what time does the latest bus leave at night .. im arrive in bangkok at 8 pm next week...
The last bus from Ekkamai leaves at 9 pm.
Can I travel from DMK to BKK International airport to catch the Pattaya bus with my friend?
Hi. Yes, I have seen a shared van service from DMK to BKK. I used it before the pandemic but hopefully it is still operating. Exit from gate no. 1 or 2, and turn right towards the parking. At the opposite end of the parking you should see the van boarding point. They used to charge 50 Baht, and an extra ticket for a big bag. Perhaps the price has changed now. The van used to take me to BKK in one hour. Just be careful to get down at the ground level of BKK. Ask another passenger on the van for guidance if you don't know where to get down.
Yes, Bangkoks funniest bus (555 = in Thai "hahaha") runs from Don Muang to Suvarnabhumi.
But better take the shuttle bus service as it is faster.
@hassanalihusseini1717 The shuttle service between DMK and BKK is for transit passengers only. You need an air ticket for a flight taking off from the other airport. If you are going from DMK to BKK to catch the Pattaya bus, then the shuttle cannot be used.
@@desiyatri OK, that is new for me, thank you!
The normal bus "555" is running between Rangsit via DMK to BKK airport though.
@hassanalihusseini1717 Yes, the 555 bus is good for someone who has time to spare.
If my arrival time is 5:55pm time time . Will it work?
@TravelShorts7 Hi. It will be risky because all subsequent buses from Ekkamai may be sold out by the time you get there. If possible, try to book a ticket in advance. Search on Google for AirportPattayaBus and you may find the official company website for online bookings. Again, you will be taking the risk of delayed arrival of your flight. This is a tough one, friend.
@@desiyatrican you please give your contact like fb . I need some confusion
French proverb, why make it simple when you can make it complicated, you can take the bus to Pattaya at Mot Chit terminal bus station, why complicate life with the Sky train to Ekkamai?
Here's why. Last time I checked, the bus to Pattaya from Mo Chit 2 goes once every two hours. Whereas, from Ekkamai, it goes every hour. I have tried traveling from Mo Chit 2, but every time it took longer than expected. My wait time at Mo Chit was too long. Suppose I reach Mo Chit 2 at 6.30 AM, and find that the 7.30 bus to Pattaya is sold out, the next bus I get will leave at 9.30. The other reason for suggesting Ekkamai is to familiarize tourists with Ekkamai bus terminal. That bus terminal is attached to a BTS station, and while returning from Pattaya, is way more convenient compared to Mo Chit 2.
ha ha dmk-ekamai bus -hua hin-by ship pataya
Hi , i want to go from battaya to dmk airport .So can go from north pattaya bus terminal to mochit station and go bus to dmk ?
@NghiaTran-gm1oo Yes, that is correct. After landing at Mochit Bus Station, ask someone about where to board the public bus for DMK.
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I am glad you liked it. Thank you for your support 😊
Don’t we have straight train to Pattaya ?
Hi. No, there is no direct train.
@@desiyatri thanks for the reply bro
Anytime bro 😊
@@desiyatri also share some good place to visit from Pattaya if possible?
In Pattaya, do the full day Coral Island trip. The other good places are Pattaya Beach, Big Buddha, and the shopping malls. Terminal 21 is the best. There are a number of paid attractions which you can find on the Klook app at the best prices. Even Coral Island can be booked on Klook.
can you confirm that this still works pls ?
Hi. I was in Bangkok last month (in June 2023), and it was working at that time. I hope it is working even now.
@@desiyatri it depends on where y go in pattaya. there also a bus between Jomtien Beach and Suvarnabhumi Airport. personally, Ekkamai bus terminal is fit for those who from bangkok city and mochit bus terminal is fit for those who from don meang airport. in addition, there also Bangna bus terminal to pattaya.
@pedrotangtang8420 The Suvarnabhumi to Pattaya bus is not suitable for someone who is looking to travel from Don Mueang to Pattaya because going from Don Mueang to Suvarnabhumi is another hassle. About the choice between Mo Chit and Ekkamai, my video is meant for someone who is coming to Bangkok for the first time, and needs to go to Pattaya. I have personally traveled from Mo Chit to Pattaya, and at that time the bus timings were like one bus in two hours. Recently, after my video became popular, the bus company has introduced more buses in the morning from Mo Chit and reduced service during morning hours from Ekkamai. Still, during the day, many bus timings from Mo Chit are after a 90-minute gap. From Ekkamai, there is a bus every hour. And more than that, Ekkamai terminal is easy to navigate even for first timers. Mo Chit, on the other hand, is confusing. I believe that first-time visitors to Bangkok and Pattaya should know about Ekkamai terminal, and that is why I have suggested going via that route.
I think it's better to take a share taxi and land directly go to Pattaya instead of taking city tour of Bangkok.
THANK U
@NancyIIID Hi. Glad you liked it 😊
what shall I do if I arrival at 5:00 am
@danielyeh1627 If you don't want to wait for the bus, you may take a meter taxi to Mochit Bus Terminal (Mochit-2). From there, you will get a bus to Pattaya.
@@desiyatri OMG Thank u so much
@@desiyatriHow much meter taxi will charge approx from airport to Mochit 2? Will there be a bus every hour from Mochit 2?
@dhawalbarot3968 It is an estimate only, but I think it should be 160 Baht including airport surcharge. There are two options there, one on the normal road, and one on the toll road. If you opt for the toll road, the cost will increase, but you will avoid traffic. About the bus service from Mochit 2 to Pattaya, according to the company website, they have services every hour between 5 am and 6 pm. I can't post links here, but you can Google for "Mochit 2 to Pattaya bus schedule." In practice, however, some of those hourly services don't operate. The schedule posted at the booking counter at Mochit 2 is sometimes different from what they show on the website.
Wait until next day :P
Why not just go from DMK airport to BKK airport .. and from BKK airport to pattaya with a direct bus
@user-wf6np4gi8b After reaching BKK, you have to wait for the next available bus. In my experience, going via Ekkamai is a faster option.
complicated
Thank you for the feedback 😊
Lot of Hassel and more cost. Mini van are frequently going pattaya crom Don Muang.
Hi Waseem Bhai. Are mini vans going directly from DMK to Pattaya?
Price?
I have seen mini vans at DMK which go to Suvarnabhumi airport. The price before the pandemic used to be 50 baht with only handbags allowed. For large bags, extra ticket was to be purchased. From Suvarnabhumi, bus to Pattaya is available. But this route takes too long. A lot of time gets wasted waiting for both the van and the bus. The route suggested in the video is better.
@@desiyatri bus Suvarnabhum to jomtien pataya 2,5 h 124 bath