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The 8 Best Day Trips from Hua Hin

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

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There are 8 good day trips from Hua Hin, Thailand, led by Bangkok, Bang Khae, Si Racha. The closest is Ban Samae Dam, about 1 hr 55 min by car. Below: drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan.

Day trips from Hua Hin at a glance

DestinationDistanceDrive timeBest as
Bangkok144 km NE2 hr 15 minLong day or overnight
Bang Khae134 km N2 hr 5 minFull-day trip
Si Racha125 km NE1 hr 55 minFull-day trip
Myeik148 km W2 hr 20 minLong day or overnight
Nong Khaem133 km N2 hr 5 minFull-day trip
Ban Samae Dam122 km N1 hr 55 minFull-day trip
Phasi Charoen137 km N2 hr 10 minFull-day trip
Ban I Chang127 km N2 hrFull-day trip

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The best day trips from Hua Hin

  1. 1

    Bangkok, Thailand

    Long day or overnight
    About 2 hr 15 min by car144 km north-east of Hua Hin4 hr 30 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: Samut Prakan, Chon Buri, Phra Pradaeng, Watthana, Bang Khun Thian, Ban Khlong Prawet, Thon Buri.

  2. 2

    Bang Khae, Thailand

    Full-day trip
    About 2 hr 5 min by car134 km north of Hua Hin4 hr 10 min round trip
  3. 3

    Si Racha, Thailand

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 55 min by car125 km north-east of Hua Hin3 hr 50 min round trip
  4. 4

    Myeik, Myanmar

    Long day or overnight
    About 2 hr 20 min by car148 km west of Hua Hin4 hr 40 min round trip
  5. 5

    Nong Khaem, Thailand

    Full-day trip
    About 2 hr 5 min by car133 km north of Hua Hin4 hr 10 min round trip
  6. 6

    Ban Samae Dam, Thailand

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 55 min by car122 km north of Hua Hin3 hr 50 min round trip
  7. 7

    Phasi Charoen, Thailand

    Full-day trip
    About 2 hr 10 min by car137 km north of Hua Hin4 hr 20 min round trip
  8. 8

    Ban I Chang, Thailand

    Full-day trip
    About 2 hr by car127 km north of Hua Hin4 hr round trip

A sample day trip: Hua Hin to Bangkok

A realistic pace for Bangkok, 144 km from Hua Hin. Packy AI builds this for any place on the list, with a route, opening hours and timings you can edit.

  1. 07:30Leave Hua Hin
  2. 09:45Arrive in Bangkok (2 hr 15 min drive)
  3. 10:00Chatuchak Weekend Market
  4. 12:00Lunch
  5. 13:15Lumphini Park
  6. 15:00The Grand Palace
  7. 16:30Head back to Hua Hin
  8. 18:45Home in Hua Hin

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best day trips from Hua Hin?
The best day trips from Hua Hin are Bangkok, Bang Khae, Si Racha, Myeik, Nong Khaem. The closest is Ban Samae Dam, about 1 hr 55 min away by car.
What is the closest day trip from Hua Hin?
Ban Samae Dam is the closest, 122 km north of Hua Hin, roughly 1 hr 55 min by car. Best as a full-day trip.
What is the biggest city near Hua Hin for a day out?
Bangkok is the largest city in day-trip range, 144 km north-east of Hua Hin and about 2 hr 15 min by car. With that much to see, start early or stay the night.
How far is too far for a day trip from Hua Hin?
Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Myeik at 148 km, around 2 hr 20 min by car, which is better as a long day or an overnight stay.

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