Rayong to Hua Hin Taxi

Travelling from Rayong to Hua Hin? Book a private car with a local Thai driver for the roughly 410 km trip — about 5 hours door to door, with fuel and tolls included and stops whenever you need them.

About Rayong

Rayong has quiet beaches, fruit orchards and the Ban Phe pier for Koh Samet.

Rayong is a province on the Eastern Gulf coast, south-east of Pattaya. It is best known to Thais for its fruit orchards, fresh seafood and long, relaxed beaches such as Mae Ramphueng, which feel far less built-up than Pattaya. Industrial estates sit inland, but the coastline between Rayong town and Ban Phe is a favourite weekend escape for Bangkok families.

Travellers go from Hua Hin to Rayong mainly to reach Koh Samet, the closest island beach to Bangkok, or to combine the two Gulf coasts into one trip. Others visit for the fruit season, to see friends working on the Eastern Seaboard, or to continue on towards Chanthaburi and Koh Chang. A private car avoids changing buses in Bangkok, which is the usual sticking point on this cross-country journey.

Things to see and do in Rayong

• Ban Phe pier and boats to Koh Samet
• Mae Ramphueng Beach and its long seafront road
• Laem Mae Phim beach
• Khao Laem Ya – Mu Ko Samet National Park
• Fruit orchards with pick-your-own visits in season
• Rayong town riverside and Pak Nam fishing harbour
• Wat Pa Pradu with its unusual reclining Buddha

What’s included in your Rayong to Hua Hin transfer

• A private car or van for your group only — no sharing, no extra pickups
• Pickup at your hotel, villa or address in Rayong
• Drop-off at your hotel in Hua Hin, Cha-am or Pranburi
• Fuel and expressway tolls included in the price
• Toilet, food and photo stops on request

The road between Hua Hin and Rayong

The drive between Hua Hin and Rayong runs north on Phetkasem Road (Highway 4) to Phetchaburi, then along Rama II Road (Highway 35) towards Bangkok. Rather than entering the city centre, drivers usually take the outer ring road and the expressway system east to Motorway 7 towards Chonburi, then continue past Pattaya on Highway 36 into Rayong. It is a long day but almost all of it is on major highways. The slowest parts are normally Rama II and the junctions around Bangkok, where rush hour and holiday traffic can add considerable time. Fuel stations and rest areas along Motorway 7 make convenient short breaks.

Good places to stop on the way

• Phetchaburi town and Phra Nakhon Khiri
• Maeklong Railway Market in Samut Songkhram
• Bang Saen beach near Chonburi
• Pattaya and the Sanctuary of Truth
• Sattahip and Nong Nooch Garden

Toilet and food stops are free. Sightseeing stops at attractions are 500 THB each — add them in the booking notes.

Best time to travel to Rayong

November to April is the driest time on the Eastern Gulf and the best time for Koh Samet. The rainy season brings afternoon storms but rarely stops the drive. Leaving Hua Hin early in the morning means passing Bangkok before the evening rush. Avoid Friday evenings and the first day of long holidays if possible, when Motorway 7 and Rama II fill up with weekend traffic.

Travel tip for Rayong

Durian and mangosteen season (May–June) makes Rayong’s orchards a good stop.

Taxi vs. bus, train or flight to Hua Hin

Buses and minivans run on fixed timetables from bus terminals, often with a change in Bangkok. A private car goes door to door, so you arrive at your resort without carrying bags between stations.

Choose your car

Sedans suit one to three travellers, MPVs and SUVs four, and VIP vans up to eight with luggage. For long trips a van gives everyone more room to stretch out.

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  Sedan

  Taxi Sedan (Altis)

  Toyota Corolla Altis taxi or similar

  • Up to 2 passengers
  • 1–2 suitcases

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  Sedan

  Eco-Car Economy (Altis)

  Toyota Corolla Altis or similar

  • Up to 3 passengers
  • 1–3 suitcases

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  Business sedan

  Luxury Sedan (Camry)

  Toyota Camry or similar

  • Up to 3 passengers
  • 1–3 suitcases

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  MPV

  Family MPV (Innova)

  Toyota Innova or similar

  • Up to 4 passengers
  • 1–4 suitcases

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  SUV

  Family SUV (Fortuner)

  Toyota Fortuner or similar

  • Up to 4 passengers
  • 1–5 suitcases

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  Van

  Mini Van VIP (Commuter)

  Toyota Commuter VIP van

  • Up to 8 passengers
  • 1–8 suitcases

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  Van

  All New VIP Van

  New-generation Toyota Commuter VIP van

  • Up to 8 passengers
  • 1–8 suitcases

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  Pickup

  Pickup Truck

  Toyota Hilux Revo double cab or similar

  • Up to 4 passengers
  • Open load bed

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  Premium van

  Hyundai H-1

  Hyundai H-1 VIP

  • Up to 5 passengers
  • 4–5 small suitcases

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  Luxury MPV

  Alphard

  Toyota Alphard

  • Up to 5 passengers
  • 1–5 suitcases

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Questions about this route

How far is Rayong from Hua Hin?

About 410 km by road.

How long does the drive take?

Around 5 hours, depending on traffic and stops.

How much is a taxi from Rayong to Hua Hin?

The fare table on this page shows the fixed price for each car, for the whole car, with fuel and tolls included. No deposit is needed.

Can we stop on the way?

Yes — tell your driver whenever you need a break, food or a photo stop.

Can you drop us at Ban Phe pier for Koh Samet?

Yes, we can drop you right at the pier area; check the latest boat times so we can plan the departure from Hua Hin.

Is Rayong the same as Pattaya?

No, Rayong is the next province along the coast, quieter and more local, though the two are easily combined.

Can we stop for fruit along the way?

Yes, roadside fruit stalls are common in Rayong and the driver is happy to stop.