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Bangkok, Pattaya & Hua Hin: 7-Day Gulf Coast Road Trip

This coastal road trip stays on Thailand's eastern and western Gulf shores — Bangkok to Pattaya for resort beaches and night life, then up the western coast to Hua Hin for a gentler, royal-favourite beach town. Easy transport links keep the journey stress-free.

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Budget Overview

Backpacker

$35–50/day

per day

Mid-range

$80–140/day

per day

Luxury

$250–500/day

per day

Day-by-Day Itinerary

  1. 1

    Bangkok — Quick Start

    Bangkok
    • Grand Palace and Wat Pho in the morning
    • Afternoon transfer east toward Pattaya
    Bangkok hotel near transit points$40·$100·$260
  2. 2

    Pattaya — Beach Resort & Sanctuary of Truth

    Pattaya
    • Sanctuary of Truth carved wooden temple
    • Pattaya beach and water sports
    Bus from Bangkok Eastern Bus Terminal (2 hr, 120 THB)Resort hotel on Pattaya Beach or Jomtien$45·$120·$320
  3. 3

    Pattaya Islands Day Trip

    Pattaya
    • Koh Larn island snorkel and beach trip by speedboat
    • Sunset on Jomtien Beach
    Same Pattaya hotel$50·$130·$350
  4. 4

    Pattaya to Hua Hin

    Hua Hin
    • Transit day — scenic Gulf crossing
    • Hua Hin arrival and Night Market seafood dinner
    Bus or minivan via Bangkok (3–4 hr)Boutique hotel near Hua Hin beach$45·$110·$280
  5. 5

    Hua Hin Beach & Town

    Hua Hin
    • Hua Hin beach morning swim and horse ride
    • Cicada Night Market in the evening
    Same Hua Hin hotel$40·$100·$260
  6. 6

    Khao Sam Roi Yot Day Trip

    Hua Hin
    • Phraya Nakhon Cave — sunlit cave with a royal pavilion
    • Kayaking in the mangrove channels
    Same Hua Hin hotel$55·$140·$380
  7. 7

    Return to Bangkok & Depart

    Bangkok
    • Train or bus back to Bangkok (3.5 hr)
    • Depart from Suvarnabhumi or Don Mueang
    Train or bus Hua Hin–BangkokN/A$35·$90·$220

Plan Your Trip

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Pattaya

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Hua Hin

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Disclaimer

Daily budgets are approximate and based on typical costs. Prices vary by season, exact accommodation choice, and spending habits. Always check current transport prices before booking.
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Trip at a Glance

📅
Duration
7 days
🧭
Difficulty
Easy
💸
Budget (backpacker)
$35–50/day/day
🏨
Budget (mid-range)
$80–140/day/day
✨
Budget (luxury)
$250–500/day/day
☀️
Best months
November, December, January

Best For

  • Travellers who want beaches within easy reach of Bangkok
  • Those who prefer not to fly between destinations
  • Golfers and resort beach lovers

Not Ideal If…

  • Those seeking remote island experiences
  • Travellers wanting world-class snorkelling or diving

Best Months

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Last verified April 2026

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