Bangkok to Phong Điền by bus
Phong Điền lies 801 km (498 mi) north-east of Bangkok, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 14 h 37 min including stops, over roughly 977 km (607 mi) of road.
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| Bangkok | Phong Điền | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Thailand | Vietnam |
| Population | 5.1 million | 114,820 |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 14 m (46 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Bangkok) | UTC+7 (Asia/Bangkok) |
What changes when you arrive in Phong Điền
Crossing from Thailand into Vietnam: money changes from the Baht to the Dong (VND); traffic switches to the right; sockets are BS 1363, Euro, NEMA 1-15, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +84; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648804 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648805.
Where to book buses from Bangkok to Phong Điền
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Staying in Phong Điền
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Common questions
How far is Phong Điền from Bangkok?
801 km (498 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Bangkok; by road roughly 977 km (607 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bangkok to Phong Điền by bus?
About 14 h 37 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bangkok and Phong Điền?
No, both are on Asia/Bangkok at the moment.
What currency do I need in Phong Điền?
The Dong (VND).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- 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.