Korat to Khao Yai
Nakhon Ratchasima to Khao Yai
Travelling from Central Korat to Khao Yai National Park is a relatively short journey compared with other long-distance routes from Korat.
The Pak Chong Entrance, located at the Chao Por Khao Yai Shrine checkpoint, is approximately 110–130 km from Central Korat, with a usual driving time of around 1.5 to 2 hours.

Sedan Comfort
(1-3 persons)

SUV Comfort
(1-4 persons)

Van
(5-9 persons)
Planning Your Arrival
If you are staying at a hotel or resort around Pak Chong or along Thanarat Road, the journey may finish before reaching the national park entrance. For visitors heading into the park itself, it is useful to allow extra time beyond the estimated Korat-to-checkpoint journey, particularly if you have several sightseeing stops planned.
A Short Break Before Khao Yai
The drive from Central Korat to the park entrance usually does not require a long rest stop, but passengers can request a brief break along the way if needed. Once you continue onto Thanarat Road and approach the park, the journey becomes more focused on reaching your selected hotel, attraction, or entrance rather than making unnecessary stops.
Choosing Your Khao Yai Destination
When booking, please tell us whether you are going to the Pak Chong area, a hotel along Thanarat Road, the national park entrance, or another Khao Yai destination. These locations are not all in the same place, so your exact destination helps us estimate the driving time and arrange the appropriate route for your trip.
From Korat to Your Accommodation
If your destination is a hotel, resort, or private accommodation in the Khao Yai area, the final driving distance will depend on its exact location. Some properties are closer to Pak Chong, while others are farther along the roads leading toward the park. Sharing your accommodation details in advance helps us plan the most suitable route.
Continuing Your Khao Yai Visit
For travelers planning to explore Khao Yai after arriving, the journey can be arranged around your itinerary. You may choose to stay near Pak Chong, visit the national park, or continue to another nearby destination after your arrival. Let us know your plans so the pickup and drop-off arrangements match your schedule.





