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The 8 Best Day Trips from Nakhon Pathom

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 Nakhon Pathom, Thailand, led by Bangkok, Samut Prakan, Chon Buri. The closest is Bangkok, about 1 hr by car, and 1 of them fit into half a day. Below: drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan.

Day trips from Nakhon Pathom at a glance

Destination	Distance	Drive time	Best as
Bangkok	50 km E	1 hr	Half-day trip
Samut Prakan	65 km E	1 hr 15 min	Full-day trip
Chon Buri	114 km SE	1 hr 45 min	Full-day trip
Sai Mai	66 km E	1 hr 15 min	Full-day trip
Si Racha	120 km SE	1 hr 55 min	Full-day trip
Latkrabang	76 km E	1 hr 30 min	Full-day trip
Khlong Sam Wa	75 km E	1 hr 25 min	Full-day trip
Lat Krabang	81 km E	1 hr 15 min	Full-day trip

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

The best day trips from Nakhon Pathom

1
Bangkok, Thailand
Half-day trip
About 1 hr by car50 km east of Nakhon Pathom2 hr 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, Pak Kret, Watthana, Bang Khun Thian, Chatuchak.
17 traveler itineraries Things to do in Bangkok
2
Samut Prakan, Thailand
Full-day trip
About 1 hr 15 min by car65 km east of Nakhon Pathom2 hr 30 min round trip
3
Chon Buri, Thailand
Full-day trip
About 1 hr 45 min by car114 km south-east of Nakhon Pathom3 hr 30 min round trip
4
Sai Mai, Thailand
Full-day trip
About 1 hr 15 min by car66 km east of Nakhon Pathom2 hr 30 min round trip
5
Si Racha, Thailand
Full-day trip
About 1 hr 55 min by car120 km south-east of Nakhon Pathom3 hr 50 min round trip
6
Latkrabang, Thailand
Full-day trip
About 1 hr 30 min by car76 km east of Nakhon Pathom3 hr round trip
7
Khlong Sam Wa, Thailand
Full-day trip
About 1 hr 25 min by car75 km east of Nakhon Pathom2 hr 50 min round trip
8
Lat Krabang, Thailand
Full-day trip
About 1 hr 15 min by car81 km east of Nakhon Pathom2 hr 30 min round trip

A sample day trip: Nakhon Pathom to Bangkok

A realistic pace for Bangkok, 50 km from Nakhon Pathom. Packy AI builds this for any place on the list, with a route, opening hours and timings you can edit.

08:30Leave Nakhon Pathom
09:30Arrive in Bangkok (1 hr drive)
09:45Chatuchak Weekend Market
11:45Lunch
13:00Lumphini Park
14:45The Grand Palace
16:15Head back to Nakhon Pathom
17:15Home in Nakhon Pathom

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best day trips from Nakhon Pathom?: The best day trips from Nakhon Pathom are Bangkok, Samut Prakan, Chon Buri, Sai Mai, Si Racha. The closest is Bangkok, about 1 hr away by car.
What is the closest day trip from Nakhon Pathom?: Bangkok is the closest, 50 km east of Nakhon Pathom, roughly 1 hr by car. Best as a half-day trip.
Where can I go within an hour of Nakhon Pathom?: One place is within about an hour's drive of Nakhon Pathom: Bangkok (1 hr).
How far is too far for a day trip from Nakhon Pathom?: Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Si Racha at 120 km, around 1 hr 55 min by car.

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