Travelling from Ayutthaya to Hua Hin? Book a private car with a local Thai driver for the roughly 270 km trip — about 3.5–4 hours door to door, with fuel and tolls included and stops whenever you need them.
Get your Ayutthaya → Hua Hin price
Fixed price for the whole car, fuel and tolls included. No payment to ask.
About Ayutthaya
Ayutthaya, the old royal capital, is a UNESCO World Heritage site full of temple ruins.
Ayutthaya was the capital of the Siamese kingdom for more than four centuries until it was sacked in 1767, and the ruins of its temples and palaces still stand on an island ringed by rivers. The Historical Park is a UNESCO World Heritage site, with brick prangs, rows of headless Buddhas and the famous Buddha head wrapped in tree roots at Wat Mahathat. Boat trips around the island show the ruins from the water.
Visitors from Hua Hin come for history and photography, often combining Ayutthaya with Bangkok or using it as a stop on the way north to Lopburi, Sukhothai or Chiang Mai. The town is spread out, so having a car and driver to move between temples is a real help in the heat. It also makes a full but rewarding long day trip for history lovers. Many visitors hire a tuk-tuk or bicycle for an hour too.
Things to see and do in Ayutthaya
- Wat Mahathat and the Buddha head entwined in tree roots
- Wat Phra Si Sanphet with its three restored chedis
- Wat Chaiwatthanaram on the riverbank, beautiful at sunset
- Wat Yai Chai Mongkhon and its large reclining Buddha
- Bang Pa-In Royal Palace, just south of the old city
- Wat Lokayasutharam’s long reclining Buddha
- Riverside restaurants serving grilled river prawns
What’s included in your Ayutthaya 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 Ayutthaya
- 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 Ayutthaya
The drive between Hua Hin and Ayutthaya runs north on Phetkasem Road (Highway 4) through Cha-am and Phetchaburi, then towards Bangkok via Rama II Road (Highway 35) or inland routes through Ratchaburi and Nakhon Pathom. To avoid the city centre the route generally follows Bangkok’s outer ring road around the western and northern side before heading up the main highway north to Ayutthaya. Most of the way is dual carriageway. The busiest sections are the Bangkok ring road and approach roads during rush hours, while the coastal stretch near Hua Hin is normally quiet.
Good places to stop on the way
- Phetchaburi, with Khao Wang hilltop palace
- Nakhon Pathom and Phra Pathom Chedi, one of Thailand’s tallest stupas
- Bang Pa-In Royal Palace near the end of the drive
- Fuel stations with cafés along the ring road
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 Ayutthaya
The cool season from November to February is the most comfortable time to walk around the ruins. March to May is very hot, so start early. From about July to October the rivers rise and parts of the area can flood in heavy years. Leaving Hua Hin early gets you through Bangkok before the morning peak, and returning after the evening rush keeps the drive smoother.
Travel tip for Ayutthaya
Arrive before 10 am or after 3 pm to see the ruins without the midday heat.
Taxi vs. bus, train or flight to Hua Hin
Trains and buses connect many Thai cities, but they leave from stations outside the centre and rarely match flight or check-in times. A private car takes you from hotel to hotel.
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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SedanTaxi Sedan (Altis)
Toyota Corolla Altis taxi or similar
- Up to 2 passengers
- 1–2 suitcases
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SedanEco-Car Economy (Altis)
Toyota Corolla Altis or similar
- Up to 3 passengers
- 1–3 suitcases
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Business sedanLuxury Sedan (Camry)
Toyota Camry or similar
- Up to 3 passengers
- 1–3 suitcases
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SUVFamily SUV (Fortuner)
Toyota Fortuner or similar
- Up to 4 passengers
- 1–5 suitcases
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VanMini Van VIP (Commuter)
Toyota Commuter VIP van
- Up to 8 passengers
- 1–8 suitcases
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VanAll New VIP Van
New-generation Toyota Commuter VIP van
- Up to 8 passengers
- 1–8 suitcases
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PickupPickup Truck
Toyota Hilux Revo double cab or similar
- Up to 4 passengers
- Open load bed
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Questions about this route
How far is Ayutthaya from Hua Hin?
About 270 km by road.
How long does the drive take?
Around 3.5–4 hours, depending on traffic and stops.
How much is a taxi from Ayutthaya 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 we see Ayutthaya as a day trip from Hua Hin?
Yes, it is a long but popular day trip; leave early, choose four or five main temples and the driver waits while you explore.
Do the temples have a dress code?
Cover shoulders and knees at active temples and royal sites such as Bang Pa-In, and carry water and a hat for the ruins.
Can we continue north after Ayutthaya instead of returning?
Yes, the car can take you on to Lopburi, Bangkok or another destination; just tell us your plan when booking.
