Driving from Bangkok to Hat Yai
Hat Yai lies 750 km (466 mi) south of Bangkok, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 11 h 26 min without stops, over roughly 915 km (569 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Bangkok | Hat Yai | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Thailand | Thailand |
| Population | 5.1 million | 191,696 |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 12 m (39 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Bangkok) | UTC+7 (Asia/Bangkok) |
Where to book car hire from Bangkok to Hat Yai
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Staying in Hat Yai
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Common questions
How far is Hat Yai from Bangkok?
750 km (466 mi) in a straight line, south of Bangkok; by road roughly 915 km (569 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bangkok to Hat Yai by car?
About 11 h 26 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bangkok and Hat Yai?
No, both are on Asia/Bangkok at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.