Book a private taxi from your Hua Hin hotel to Wat Huay Mongkol. The trip is roughly 15 km and takes about 0.5 hours by car. Your Thai driver picks you up at the door and takes you straight to your destination — fuel and tolls included.
Get your Hua Hin → Wat Huay Mongkol price
Fixed price for the whole car, fuel and tolls included. No payment to ask.
Want the driver to wait and bring you back, or visit several places in one day? A car with driver for 10 hours starts at 2,200 THB — see Hua Hin day tours.
About Wat Huay Mongkol
Wat Huay Mongkol has one of the largest statues of the revered monk Luang Pu Thuat, inland from Hua Hin.
Wat Huay Mongkol is a temple in the countryside west of Hua Hin, famous for its towering statue of Luang Pu Thuat, a monk deeply revered across Thailand. The temple grounds include a lake, gardens and stalls selling snacks and offerings, and Thai pilgrims arrive throughout the day to pay respects and make merit. The statue is visible from a long way off across the fields, and the temple remains an active place of worship rather than a tourist attraction, which makes it all the more interesting.
It is one of the easiest cultural outings from Hua Hin, suiting families and visitors who want to see Thai religious life up close. Many combine it with nearby attractions inland, such as Hua Hin Hills Vineyard, Baan Sillapin Artists’ Village or Black Mountain, making a pleasant half-day out of town. Because public transport in this direction is limited, a private car is the most practical way to reach the temple and continue to other inland sights.
Things to see and do in Wat Huay Mongkol
- The giant statue of Luang Pu Thuat
- Temple buildings and Buddha images in the grounds
- Feeding the fish in the temple lake
- Stalls selling offerings, snacks and local fruit
- Thai pilgrims making merit, especially at weekends
- Countryside views of the hills west of Hua Hin
- Photo spots with the hills as a backdrop
What’s included in your Hua Hin to Wat Huay Mongkol transfer
- A private car or van for your group only — no sharing, no extra pickups
- Pickup at your hotel, villa or condo anywhere in Hua Hin
- Drop-off at your hotel or address in Wat Huay Mongkol
- Fuel and expressway tolls included in the price
- Toilet, food and photo stops on request
The road between Hua Hin and Wat Huay Mongkol
The drive between Hua Hin and Wat Huay Mongkol is short. From central Hua Hin, cars head west away from the coast and Phetkasem Road, following local roads inland through the Thap Tai area towards the hills and farmland. The route is quiet and mostly rural once past the edge of town, with pineapple fields, villages and views of the hills. Traffic is generally light, with a little more activity on weekends and Buddhist holidays when Thai visitors flock to the temple.
Good places to stop on the way
- Baan Sillapin Artists’ Village
- Hin Lek Fai viewpoint
- Black Mountain area
- Hua Hin Hills Vineyard (further inland)
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 Wat Huay Mongkol
Early morning or late afternoon is the most comfortable time to visit, avoiding the strongest midday sun. Weekends and Buddhist holidays are busy with Thai pilgrims, which adds atmosphere but also crowds. The temple can be visited year round; in the rainy season showers usually pass quickly. Bring small change for offerings and donations if you wish to join in.
Travel tip for Wat Huay Mongkol
Combine with Hua Hin Hills Vineyard and Black Mountain for a half-day loop.
Taxi vs. bus, train or flight to Wat Huay Mongkol
Tour buses follow a fixed programme. With your own car and driver you choose when to leave, how long to stay and where to stop on the way back.
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 Hua Hin from Wat Huay Mongkol?
About 15 km by road.
How long does the drive take?
Around 0.5 hours, depending on traffic and stops.
How much is a taxi from Hua Hin to Wat Huay Mongkol?
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.
What should I wear to Wat Huay Mongkol?
Dress modestly with shoulders and knees covered, as at any Thai temple.
Can we combine it with other sights?
Yes, it fits well into a half-day loop with Hua Hin Hills Vineyard, Black Mountain or Baan Sillapin.
Is it suitable for children?
Yes, children usually enjoy the big statue, the fish pond and the snack stalls.
