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Sai Mai lies in the north of Bangkok with extensive residential areas. From here the onward trip to Pattaya works best with a private transfer.
Route and travel time to Pattaya
Sai Mai lies in the north of Bangkok. From there it goes via the ring road onto Motorway 7 (Bang Na–Chon Buri) and on to Pattaya. Allow around two to two and a half hours for about 140 kilometres. The private transfer has a fixed price from $53, set before booking. Instead of changing vehicles, you travel with no stops right to your hotel in Pattaya.
Pick-up in Sai Mai
Pick-up is directly at your address in Sai Mai, at the hotel lobby or at a home address by the building entrance. The driver welcomes you with a name sign; enter the exact pick-up address and the destination address in Pattaya when booking. A short buffer for departure is allowed for.
Comparing your travel options
From Sai Mai there are basically several ways to reach Pattaya: the public intercity bus from the Ekkamai or Mo Chit terminals, sometimes a train with an onward connection, or the private door-to-door transfer. Bus and train are cheap, but first require getting to the terminal, fixed departure times and usually another taxi to the hotel in Pattaya. The private transfer picks you up directly in Sai Mai and takes you to your accommodation without changing, which is especially convenient with luggage or in a group.
Vehicle and price
For the trip to Pattaya, vehicles for 1 to 19 people are available, from an economy car through comfort and minivan to a minibus for groups. The luggage capacity is shown per vehicle class during booking. The price is a fixed price with no meter, child seats can be requested and cancellation is free depending on the vehicle class.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the drive from Sai Mai to Pattaya take?
From the north of Bangkok usually around two to two and a half hours for about 140 kilometres.
Can I be picked up at any address?
Yes. Pick-up is possible at hotels, home addresses or other meeting points in Sai Mai. The address you enter when booking is what counts.
Can I cancel for free?
For standard vehicles, cancellation is usually free up to a few hours before the trip; for premium vehicles and minibuses, earlier. You see the exact terms before booking.