TOYOTA COMMUTER9–13 seats
Toyota Commuter
Fuel + tolls + driver + water included
one way฿7,800/ per vehicle
KINGTOCAR · Private van with driver
Private Van with Driver from Bangkok to Phu Ruea
Private van with driver from Bangkok to Phu Ruea, one way per vehicle: Toyota Commuter ฿7,800 or Toyota Alphard ฿13,800, including driver, fuel, tolls and drinking water. The distance is about 483 km and the drive takes approximately 6–8 hours including rest stops, depending on pickup point and traffic. Pickup is available anywhere in Bangkok, including Suvarnabhumi (BKK) and Don Mueang (DMK) airports, with drop-off at your accommodation in Phu Ruea. To book, send your date, time, pickup point, destination, passengers and luggage via LINE @kingtocar or call 084-709-3719.
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one way · per vehicle฿7,800Fuel + tolls + driver + water included
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Distance~483 km
Passengers6–7 / 9–13 seats
What's includedFuel + tolls + driver + water included
Confirm pickup, drop-off, stops and inclusions before booking.
Vehicles & fares
per vehicle · one way
TOYOTA ALPHARD6–7 seats
Toyota Alphard
Fuel + tolls + driver + water included
one way฿13,800/ per vehicle
Return journeyView details
The return costs the same as the outbound: Commuter ฿7,800 · Alphard ฿13,800 per vehicle, one way (vans are based at both ends, so no empty-leg charge) · book both legs together or separately
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Stops & places to visit
4 · Stops & places to visit
Phu Ruea National Park
A summit shaped like a junk, with viewpoints and rock gardens, up a mountain road; check the park fee.
Chateau de Loei vineyard
A vineyard with a shop in Phu Ruea district; check opening hours.
Phu Ruea flower markets
Roadside stalls selling cool-climate flowers and plants, busiest in the cool season.
Phra That Si Song Rak
An ancient stupa in neighbouring Dan Sai district; dress modestly, and red clothing is not allowed.
Door-to-door from Bangkok
Pickup from your home, condo, hotel or Suvarnabhumi and Don Mueang airports at the same price, then straight to your accommodation in Phu Ruea, with no bus or train connections.
One price per vehicle
Commuter ฿7,800 or Alphard ฿13,800 per vehicle, one way, including driver, fuel, tolls and drinking water — not charged per person.
Cold air and mist
Phu Ruea's cool season is properly cold — some years there is frost — with seas of mist on the summit.
Vineyards and flower markets
Stop at the vineyard and the roadside markets selling cool-climate flowers.
On to Loei or Chiang Khan
Phu Ruea is on the way to Loei and Chiang Khan; send your plan when booking if you want to continue.
A van for your group
Toyota Commuter with 9–13 seats for bigger groups and luggage, or Toyota Alphard with 6–7 captain seats for families who want more comfort.
Real KINGTOCAR trips
Photos marked “Real photo” were taken on actual KINGTOCAR transfers and in the vehicles used for them. Passengers’ faces and personal details are blurred for privacy.
Real photoVIP van cabin · captain seats
Real photoMeeting at the airport curb · Suvarnabhumi Airport
Real photoLoading up · Bangkok
Real photoHotel drop-off · ThonglorTravel tips for this route
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How much is a private van from Bangkok to Phu Ruea?
One way per vehicle: Toyota Commuter ฿7,800 or Toyota Alphard ฿13,800, including driver, fuel, tolls and drinking water.
How far is Phu Ruea from Bangkok and how long does it take?
About 483 km. The drive takes approximately 6–8 hours including rest stops, depending on the pickup point and traffic; long weekends can take longer.
Where can you pick us up, and where do you drop off?
Anywhere in Bangkok, including Suvarnabhumi and Don Mueang airports, at the same price, with drop-off at your accommodation in Phu Ruea. If your accommodation is outside Phu Ruea district, give its name when booking so we can confirm the price.
What is included in the fare?
The whole vehicle with driver, fuel, tolls and drinking water. The fare is per vehicle, not per passenger. Meals, accommodation, admission fees and sightseeing stops not agreed in advance are not included.
How do I book?
Send your date, time, pickup point, destination accommodation, number of passengers and luggage via LINE @kingtocar or call 084-709-3719. The team confirms the vehicle and total, and a 50% deposit secures the booking; the rest is paid on the travel day. Cancel at least 3 days before travel for a full refund of the deposit.
Should I choose the Commuter or the Alphard?
Choose the Commuter for larger groups or lots of luggage, and the Alphard for extra comfort. The Commuter has 9–13 seats, while the Alphard has 6–7 captain seats. Tell us your luggage when booking so we can confirm the space.
Is the return from Phu Ruea to Bangkok the same price?
Yes. The return from Phu Ruea to Bangkok or to Suvarnabhumi and Don Mueang airports is the same fare: Toyota Commuter ฿7,800 or Toyota Alphard ฿13,800 per vehicle, one way. You can book both legs together or separately.
When is Phu Ruea coldest?
Roughly December to January; some years there is frost on the summit, depending on the weather. It is busy then, so book the van and your room ahead.
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Send your date and group size — free quote in 5 minutes · 50% deposit secures your van
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- Phu Ruea National Park — Tang2bar · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Resized and compressed to WebP; displayed crops use CSS. No semantic edits.
- Phu Ruea National Park — Thaweesak Churasri · CC BY 3.0 · Resized and compressed to WebP; no semantic edits.
- Phra That Si Song Rak — Toey19863 · CC BY-SA 3.0 · Resized and compressed to WebP; no semantic edits.
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