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Sukhothai Historical Park to Phimai Historical Park

Updated: March 13, 2024 02:55 PM

Sukhothai Historical Park to Phimai Historical Park

Language

The official language of Thailand is Thai. However, English is widely spoken in tourist areas, including Sukhothai and Phimai.

Currency

The currency of Thailand is the Thai baht (THB). You can exchange currency at banks, exchange bureaus, and some hotels. Credit cards are also widely accepted.

Distance

The distance from Sukhothai Historical Park to Phimai Historical Park is approximately 550 kilometers (342 miles).

How to Reach

There are several ways to get from Sukhothai Historical Park to Phimai Historical Park:

  • By bus: There are several bus companies that operate buses between Sukhothai and Phimai. The journey takes around 10 hours.
  • By train: There is no direct train from Sukhothai to Phimai. However, you can take a train from Sukhothai to Bangkok and then transfer to a train to Phimai. The journey takes around 12 hours.
  • By plane: There are no direct flights from Sukhothai to Phimai. However, you can fly from Sukhothai to Bangkok and then transfer to a flight to Phimai. The journey takes around 3 hours.

Expenses

The cost of getting from Sukhothai Historical Park to Phimai Historical Park will vary depending on the mode of transport and the time of year. Here are some approximate costs:

  • Bus: 500-1,000 THB
  • Train: 800-1,500 THB
  • Plane: 1,500-3,000 THB

Best time to go

The best time to visit Sukhothai Historical Park and Phimai Historical Park is during the dry season, from November to April. During this time, the weather is cool and dry, and there is less rain.

What to Eat

There are many great places to eat in Sukhothai and Phimai. Here are a few of our favorites:

  • Sukhothai: Sukhothai Noodle, Khao Soi Khun Yai, Ban Thai Restaurant
  • Phimai: Phimai Restaurant, Krua Khun Yai, Somtum Phimai

Where to Go

In addition to the historical parks, there are many other things to see and do in Sukhothai and Phimai. Here are a few of our top picks:

  • Sukhothai: Wat Mahathat, Wat Si Sawai, Wat Traphang Ngoen
  • Phimai: Prasat Hin Phimai, Prasat Hin Phanom Wan, Prasat Hin Khao Phanom Rung

FAQ

  1. How long does it take to get from Sukhothai Historical Park to Phimai Historical Park?

    The journey takes around 10 hours by bus, 12 hours by train, and 3 hours by plane.

  2. How much does it cost to get from Sukhothai Historical Park to Phimai Historical Park?

    The cost will vary depending on the mode of transport and the time of year. Here are some approximate costs:

    • Bus: 500-1,000 THB
    • Train: 800-1,500 THB
    • Plane: 1,500-3,000 THB

  3. What is the best time to visit Sukhothai Historical Park and Phimai Historical Park?

    The best time to visit is during the dry season, from November to April.

  4. What are some of the things to see and do in Sukhothai and Phimai?

    In addition to the historical parks, there are many other things to see and do in Sukhothai and Phimai. Here are a few of our top picks:

    • Sukhothai: Wat Mahathat, Wat Si Sawai, Wat Traphang Ngoen
    • Phimai: Prasat Hin Phimai, Prasat Hin Phanom Wan, Prasat Hin Khao Phanom Rung

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

Trips from Sukhothai Historical Park

Trips to Phimai Historical Park