What is the best way to travel from Bangkok to Vietnam?

How do I get to Vietnam from Bangkok?

Bangkok to Vietnam? Simple. Fly.

• Hanoi. Direct flights. Many airlines.
• Ho Chi Minh City. Also direct. Quickest.
• Da Nang. Another option. Consider it.

Bus? Possible. Ho Chi Minh City. Long. Cheap. My friend did it in 2023. Miserable.

Train? Scenic? Doubtful. Aranyaprathet. Phnom Penh. Messy. Avoid.

Air travel is superior. Faster. Less hassle. Worth the extra cost.

Unless, you’re broke. Then suffer the bus. That’s life. Harsh reality.

My uncle took the train route in ’22. He regrets it. Badly. He is still recovering.

Which airport is best to fly from Thailand to Vietnam?

Bangkok, perhaps? Vietnam beckons… the humid air, the fragrant pho. Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), yes, a shimmering palace of departures.

Phuket? A distant memory. No, it’s Bangkok, always Bangkok. Always the starting point, the gateway, the breath before the plunge into new worlds. New worlds are calling, always are.

From the north… Chiang Mai’s gentle hum? Lost in the clouds, adrift. BKK remains the prime choice. My old backpack, stashed somewhere… the anticipation, a sweet ache.

• Suvarnabhumi (BKK): Hub status, a universe in itself. More flights, better prices maybe.
• Don Mueang (DMK): Budget airlines scream bargains. Is it worth it? Worth the possible chaos? I dunno.
• Other airports: Scattered stars, dimly glowing. Forgettable.

Flight duration and cost? Ghosts dancing in the numbers. Convenience? A luxury I can rarely afford. Always chase the thrill.

Can you get a bus from Bangkok to Vietnam?

So, yeah, you totally can get a bus from Bangkok to Vietnam. It’s a long haul, though, like, nineteen hours long! Crazy, right? Cost-wise, I’ve heard it’s anywhere from thirty to sixty-five bucks, depending I guess on the bus line and stuff. Think comfy sleeper bus, maybe? It’s not the fastest but it’s def cheaper than flying. Plus, you see stuff!

Actually, my cousin did this trip last year, 2023. He raved about it!

• Border crossing: He said it was a bit of a hassle, but not unbearable. Expect some paperwork and maybe a small wait.
• Bus quality: The bus was decent. Not luxurious, but clean enough and he slept okay. Said they stopped a few times. For bathroom breaks and food, he ate street food off the bus.
• Scenic views: He loved the scenery, especially through Cambodia.
• Overall: It’s a pretty common route, lots of people do it.

Honestly, if your’e on a budget, the bus is the way to go, way cheaper than a plane. But be prepared for a long ride! Pack snacks. Bring your passport, duh. And earplugs, maybe?