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The 7 Best Day Trips from Chon Buri

Drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan for every place worth the trip.

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There are 7 good day trips from Chon Buri, Thailand, led by Bangkok, Samut Prakan, Pak Kret. The closest is Si Racha, about 35 min by car, and 5 of them fit into half a day. Below: drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan.

Day trips from Chon Buri at a glance

Destination	Distance	Drive time	Best as
Bangkok	68 km NW	1 hr 20 min	Full-day trip
Samut Prakan	49 km NW	55 min	Half-day trip
Pak Kret	81 km NW	1 hr 15 min	Full-day trip
Si Racha	22 km S	35 min	Half-day trip
Latkrabang	48 km NW	55 min	Half-day trip
Lat Krabang	45 km NW	50 min	Half-day trip
Ban Khlong Prawet	51 km NW	1 hr	Half-day trip

Drive times are estimates from the distance. Check live traffic before you leave.

The best day trips from Chon Buri

1
Bangkok, Thailand
Full-day trip
About 1 hr 20 min by car68 km north-west of Chon Buri2 hr 40 min round trip
What travelers see in Bangkok
- Chatuchak Weekend Market - A vast market with thousands of vendors selling everything from vintage clothing to local handicrafts, showcasing Thailand's vibrant culture.
- Lumphini Park - Lumphini Park is a vast urban oasis, offering serene lakes, diverse wildlife, and numerous recreational activities in the heart of Bangkok.
- The Grand Palace - The grandeur of The Grand Palace, with its gleaming golden spires, is a sight to behold in the morning light.
Also nearby: Mueang Nonthaburi, Phra Pradaeng, Bang Khae, Sai Mai, Watthana, Khlong Sam Wa, Bang Khun Thian, Chatuchak.
17 traveler itineraries Things to do in Bangkok
2
Samut Prakan, Thailand
Half-day trip
About 55 min by car49 km north-west of Chon Buri1 hr 50 min round trip
3
Pak Kret, Thailand
Full-day trip
About 1 hr 15 min by car81 km north-west of Chon Buri2 hr 30 min round trip
4
Si Racha, Thailand
Half-day trip
About 35 min by car22 km south of Chon Buri1 hr 10 min round trip
5
Latkrabang, Thailand
Half-day trip
About 55 min by car48 km north-west of Chon Buri1 hr 50 min round trip
6
Lat Krabang, Thailand
Half-day trip
About 50 min by car45 km north-west of Chon Buri1 hr 40 min round trip
7
Ban Khlong Prawet, Thailand
Half-day trip
About 1 hr by car51 km north-west of Chon Buri2 hr round trip

A sample day trip: Chon Buri to Bangkok

A realistic pace for Bangkok, 68 km from Chon Buri. Packy AI builds this for any place on the list, with a route, opening hours and timings you can edit.

08:30Leave Chon Buri
09:50Arrive in Bangkok (1 hr 20 min drive)
10:05Chatuchak Weekend Market
12:05Lunch
13:20Lumphini Park
15:05The Grand Palace
16:35Head back to Chon Buri
17:55Home in Chon Buri

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best day trips from Chon Buri?: The best day trips from Chon Buri are Bangkok, Samut Prakan, Pak Kret, Si Racha, Latkrabang. The closest is Si Racha, about 35 min away by car.
What is the closest day trip from Chon Buri?: Si Racha is the closest, 22 km south of Chon Buri, roughly 35 min by car. Best as a half-day trip.
Where can I go within an hour of Chon Buri?: 5 places are within about an hour's drive of Chon Buri: Si Racha (35 min), Lat Krabang (50 min), Latkrabang (55 min), Samut Prakan (55 min), Ban Khlong Prawet (1 hr).
What is the biggest city near Chon Buri for a day out?: Bangkok is the largest city in day-trip range, 68 km north-west of Chon Buri and about 1 hr 20 min by car. With that much to see, start early or stay the night.
How far is too far for a day trip from Chon Buri?: Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Pak Kret at 81 km, around 1 hr 15 min by car.

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