Khao Yai day trip from Bangkok
Private day trip Khao Yai day trip from Bangkok: $240 sedan, $290 SUV, $315 van, $465 Alphard — per car, the driver waits all day. 380 km, about 12 h. Driver, fuel and tolls included; 50% online to confirm, the rest in cash to the driver, or 100% online (under $100: in full). Prices checked .
A full day at Khao Yai National Park with your own car and driver: Haew Suwat and Haew Narok waterfalls, the Pha Diao Dai viewpoint, a chance of wild elephants and hornbills on the park road, then lunch among the vineyards of Pak Chong. About 380 km there and back; pick-up from 06:00, back in Bangkok in the evening.
- Distance380 km
- Drive time12 h
- Pricefrom $240
Khao Yai day trip from Bangkok: price per car
| Car | Per car driver waits, back the same day | Per person if you are 2 · 3 · 4 · 6, USD | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan up to 3 Toyota Camry / Corolla Altis or similar | $240 ≈ ฿8,064 | ≈ 120 | ≈ 80 | — | — |
| SUV up to 4 Toyota Fortuner / Isuzu MU-X or similar | $290 ≈ ฿9,744 | ≈ 145 | ≈ 97 | ≈ 73 | — |
| Van (9) up to 9 Toyota Commuter / Hiace, 9 seats | $315 ≈ ฿10,584 | ≈ 158 | ≈ 105 | ≈ 79 | ≈ 53 |
| Premium (Alphard) up to 5 Toyota Alphard / Majesty, up to 5 | $465 ≈ ฿15,624 | ≈ 233 | ≈ 155 | ≈ 116 | — |
same price day and night, weekdays and weekends · entrance and boat tickets not included.
Bangkok to Khao Yai: every way compared (2026)
| Option | Price | Time | Door to door | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day trip on a booking site (MPV / SUV / minivan) | approx. ฿3,600–3,700 / ฿3,800–3,900 / ฿4,300–4,500 per car | approx. 06:00 → evening | Yes | Lowest booked price |
| Private car (RideTHA) | $240 per car (sedan), ≈ $80 per person for 3 | 12 h | Yes | Families, luggage, night arrivals, photo stops |
Public transport fares are approximate; check locally. Sources: thainationalparks.com — Bangkok to Khao Yai day trip with taxi (2026-10-23).
The road
Route 1 and Mittraphap Road (Route 2) to Pak Chong, Thanarat Road to the park gate, the park road to the waterfalls and viewpoints, then back. Tolls and parking included; park entrance tickets are not.
Worth stopping
- Haew Suwat waterfall and the visitor centre.
- Pha Diao Dai and Nong Phak Chi watchtower (early morning for wildlife).
- GranMonte or PB Valley winery for lunch.
Good to know
- Honest note: booking sites list this day trip from about ฿3,600–3,700 for an MPV, ฿3,800–3,900 for an SUV and ฿4,300–4,500 for a minivan (thainationalparks.com, checked 23 October 2026) — cheaper than our price. With us: fixed price, Alphard option, licensed English-speaking guide on request (+$150 per day).
- Toyota Alphard ($465): captain seats and room for up to 5 people with luggage — the usual choice for families and business travellers who want a quiet, roomy ride. Same driver standard, same inclusions.
Included
- Private car and licensed driver, fuel, expressway tolls, parking
- English-speaking driver as standard (often conversational English); Russian-speaking driver on request, free when available
- Meet & greet with a name sign at Suvarnabhumi and Phuket airports, 60 min free waiting after landing
- Short stops on the way for coffee, toilets or photos (up to 30 min on transfers)
- Child seat free on request
- Free cancellation up to 24 h before pickup (multi-day: 7 days)
Who runs your trip
RideTHA: Bookings operated by GG Services Limited (Hong Kong). We hand-pick licensed drivers in every country, preferring drivers with experience in tourism.
English-speaking driver as standard (often conversational rather than fluent English); Russian-speaking driver on request (free, subject to availability — mostly Pattaya and Phuket)
Khao Yai day trip from Bangkok: questions
How much is the private Khao Yai day trip from Bangkok?
$240 for a sedan (up to 3 people), $290 for an SUV, $315 for a 9-seat van and $465 for a Toyota Alphard — fixed per car and tolls. The same price at any hour.
What is not included?
National park entrance fees (paid at the gate, foreigners pay more than Thai residents), meals and winery tastings. Up to 12 hours with the driver; longer days by agreement.
How do we pay?
Pay 50% online to confirm, the rest in cash to the driver — or pay 100% online. Trips under $100 are paid in full online. Full refund if cancelled 24h+ before pickup (multi-day trips: 7+ days before the start).