Private van with driver

Bangkok to Phitsanulok Van Charter with Driver from ฿11,000

Phitsanulok sits in Thailand's lower north, about 400 km from Bangkok or five to six hours away. It is a historic city housing Phra Phuttha Chinnarat, regarded as one of the most beautiful Buddha images in Thailand, and serves as the gateway to Phu Hin Rong Kla National Park and Khao Kho. Kingtocar arranges private van charters here with a driver at one flat price, suiting pilgrimages, family trips, historical itineraries continuing to Sukhothai, and university transport to Naresuan University.

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Toyota Commuter · 9–13 seats฿11,000/ trip

Toyota Alphard · 6–7 captain seats฿18,500/ trip

Distance ~400 km
Fuel + tolls + driver + water included

Why book this route with us

Bangkok to Phitsanulok

Thailand's most admired Buddha image

Phra Phuttha Chinnarat at Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat is a Sukhothai-era image celebrated for the serenity of its face and its flame halo, open daily and drawing pilgrims from across the country.

Flat ฿11,000 per trip

฿11,000 for a Toyota Commuter and ฿18,500 for a Toyota Alphard, including fuel, tolls, the driver and bottled water.

Sukhothai in the same trip

Sukhothai Historical Park is only an hour away, so two heritage cities fit comfortably into one itinerary. A daily charter gives the flexibility.

Gateway to Phu Hin Rong Kla and Khao Kho

Phu Hin Rong Kla is about two hours from the city on mountain roads that need an experienced driver — tell us your destination in advance and we assign one who knows the route.

Stops & places to visit

Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat

Home of Phra Phuttha Chinnarat, on the Nan river in the city centre. Open from early morning; arriving before 9am avoids crowds and heat. Dress modestly; a souvenir market sits at the entrance.

Phu Hin Rong Kla National Park

A mountain park with cracked-rock plateaus, mushroom-shaped stones and a history of political conflict. Cool year round, with a steep winding approach best driven in daylight.

Chan Palace

An archaeological site believed to be the birthplace of King Naresuan, with a shrine and excavated ruins, a short distance from the main temple.

Tai Market and the hanging-leg noodles

A riverside market serving local food including Phitsanulok's distinctive 'hanging-leg' noodles, eaten sitting on a raised bench above the river.

Naresuan University

A large campus outside the city that also houses the university hospital. Name the faculty or building when booking so the driver uses the right gate.

Kaeng Sopha Waterfall and Khao Kho

A large multi-tier waterfall on the road up to Phu Hin Rong Kla, fullest in the rainy season. Khao Kho lies beyond in Phetchabun and can be combined on a daily charter.

Travel tips for this route

At 400 km and five to six hours, a same-day return is not advisable. Stay at least one night and break the journey at Nakhon Sawan, which sits exactly midway.
Wat Phra Si Rattana Mahathat is busiest from late morning through the afternoon and on long weekends. Arrive before 9am for a calmer visit, and dress modestly — no shorts or sleeveless tops.
The climb to Phu Hin Rong Kla is steep and winding, so travel in daylight with a driver experienced on mountain roads. Tell us the destination at booking so we assign the right driver.
Sukhothai is only an hour away. To cover both heritage cities properly, take a daily charter and stay two nights rather than rushing.

What's included

Professional driver who knows the route
Fuel + expressway and motorway tolls
Chilled water on board · child seat on request
Parking fees everywhere · light snacks on board

Frequently asked questions

How long is Bangkok to Phitsanulok?

About five to six hours for the 400 km along the Asian Highway via Nakhon Sawan, or up to seven on long weekends. Start early and break the journey at Nakhon Sawan, exactly midway.

What is included in ฿11,000?

Fuel, expressway and motorway tolls, the driver and bottled water. It is a flat one-way whole-vehicle price. Park fees, accommodation, meals and ฿500 per night driver accommodation are separate.

Can we continue from Phitsanulok to Sukhothai?

Easily — they are only an hour apart. A daily charter with two nights works well: the first day for Phra Phuttha Chinnarat and the city, the second for Sukhothai Historical Park, which deserves a full day.

Can the van reach Phu Hin Rong Kla?

Yes, with a driver experienced on mountain roads, as the approach is steep and winding and takes about two hours from the city. Tell us the destination at booking and we assign a suitable driver, travelling in daylight and safe conditions only.

What should we wear to see Phra Phuttha Chinnarat?

Dress modestly — no shorts above the knee, sleeveless or strappy tops. The temple lends cover-ups but queues can be long at weekends, so bringing a shawl or sarong in the van is easier.