Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Sukhothai travel guide

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You're Going to Love Sukhothai

With a population of 37,000, Sukhothai is the largest city in Sukhothai, Thailand by the number of inhabitants. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Sukhothai to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Sukhothai

Sukhothai in March
Estimated hotel price
$35
1 night at 3-star hotel
Sukhothai in March
Estimated hotel price
$35
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Sukhothai

Plane

When flying to Sukhothai, you’ll arrive at Sukhothai (THS), which is located 16 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Sukhothai is to pick up a car hire from Chiang Mai, which is about 135 miles from Sukhothai. You’ll find branches of ASAP Car Rentals and Sixt, among others, in Chiang Mai.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Sukhothai Sukhothai Bus Terminal, located 0.8 miles from the city centre of Sukhothai. Sukhothai Historical Park is also a commonly used station, and is 8 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Sukhothai, you’ll arrive at Sukhothai (THS), which is located 16 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Sukhothai is to pick up a car hire from Chiang Mai, which is about 135 miles from Sukhothai. You’ll find branches of ASAP Car Rentals and Sixt, among others, in Chiang Mai.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Sukhothai Sukhothai Bus Terminal, located 0.8 miles from the city centre of Sukhothai. Sukhothai Historical Park is also a commonly used station, and is 8 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Sukhothai

LPTLampang
PHSPhitsanulok
THSSukhothai

Airlines serving Sukhothai

Lufthansa
Good (7,042 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,333 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,788 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,444 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,213 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,273 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Japan Airlines
Excellent (1,459 reviews)
Thai Airways
Good (325 reviews)
China Airlines
Excellent (729 reviews)
Philippine Airlines
Good (857 reviews)
Gulf Air
Good (201 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (829 reviews)
Garuda Indonesia
Excellent (72 reviews)
EL AL
Good (531 reviews)
Thai AirAsia
Good (208 reviews)
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Where to stay in Sukhothai

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Tr Guesthouse and Phu Keb Phun Hotel.

Where to stay in popular areas of Sukhothai

Most booked hotels in Sukhothai

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Thai Thai Sukhothai Resort
3 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
$39+
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Sriwilai Sukhothai
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
$123+
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Legendha Sukhothai Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$81+
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Hiring a car in Sukhothai

Expect to pay $2.10 per litre in Sukhothai (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $25.11 and $33.48.

Expect to pay $2.10 per litre in Sukhothai (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $25.11 and $33.48.

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