How to Travel From Bangkok to Hua Hin by Train
The train is the best way to travel from Bangkok to the beautiful Thai seaside town of Hua Hin.
In this short guide, I’ll show you what travelling by train in Thailand is really like, explain how to book your tickets, and share some insider tips.
Trains from Bangkok to Hua Hin
There are multiple daily train departures from Bangkok to Hua Hin.
The fastest services complete the journey in around 3 hours, while slower trains take about 4 hours.
Special Express trains are the fastest, making the fewest stops en route.
They are followed by Express and Rapid trains.
Depending on the service you choose, trains offer 2nd class air-conditioned seats or sleepers, as well as 2nd and 3rd class seats in coaches with fans and opening windows.
Trains to Hua Hin depart from Bangkok’s main railway station, Krung Thep Aphiwat Central (KTW), which can easily be reached by metro.
A Thai train at Bangkok’s central railway station. ©AndyBTravels
Booking tickets
If you want to check train timetables and book tickets, you can do so through the reliable booking website 12Go.
Booking in advance is recommended if you want to secure a seat on your preferred train.
This is especially advisable when travelling during busy Thai public holidays or the high season.
Remember that 2nd class tickets include a reserved seat and can therefore sell out, whereas 3rd class offers unreserved seating only and technically cannot sell out.
For more general information about Thai trains, travel classes, and onboard services, be sure to check out the handy Thai train travel guide on DiscoverByRail.
Hua Hin railway station
Hua Hin railway station is a short walk, taxi, or tuk-tuk ride from the beachfront and the main hotel area.
The elevated railway station is relatively new and has modern facilities.
However, be sure to visit the old ground-level station to admire its magnificent Thai-Victorian architecture.
The train from Bangkok has arrived at Hua Hin railway station. ©AndyBTravels
Conclusion
There are multiple daily train services from Bangkok’s Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Station to Hua Hin, with journey times ranging between 3 and 4 hours depending on the train you choose.
Although you can buy a ticket at the railway station, it is better to book your ticket online in advance to be assured of a seat on your preferred departure, something which is especially necessary if you prefer to travel in 2nd class rather than 3rd class.
Want to learn more about Thai train journeys? Read about travelling from Bangkok to Ayutthaya by train!
