PYRTPlan Your Road Trips
Create TripMy TripsCommunityMerchandise
PYRTPlan Your Road Trips
Create TripMy TripsCommunityMerchandise
C
Destinations
Home›Destinations›Chon Buri
AsiaThailandChon Buri

Chon Buri

Chon Buri, Thailand · Asia

About Chon Buri

Chon Buri sits on the route: 10 minutes from Ban Ang Sila, 58km from Bhumibol Bridge.

Chon Buri is a city located in Chon Buri, Thailand. With a population of 219,164, it is an important destination in Asia.

On a road trip, Chon Buri sits in Thailand, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Bangkok time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Chon Buri to your route.

About Chon Buri

Chonburi (Thai: ชลบุรี, RTGS: Chon Buri, IAST: jalapurī, pronounced [tɕ͡ʰōn bù.rīː] ) is the capital of Chonburi Province and, as part of the district Mueang Chonburi, the seventh-largest city in Thailand. It is about 100 km southeast of Bangkok, on the coast of the Gulf of Thailand, and has an urban population of

Read more 342,959. Its name means 'city of water'. Chonburi, along with the urban areas of Si Racha and Pattaya, forms a conurbation known as the Pattaya-Chonburi Metropolitan Area, which has a total population of 999,092. Chonburi town has had town (thesaban mueang) status since 1935 and makes up only a small part of the current city-scape.

Read more on Wikipedia

Where to Stay in Chon Buri

Compare prices across Booking.com, Airbnb, Expedia, and more. Select your dates to see availability.

Filter presets

Pick your must-haves once: provider links open pre-filtered. Each filter lists which sites it applies to.

Booking.comExpediaTripAdvisorHotels.comAgodaAirbnb

Compare before you book!

Prices can vary significantly between platforms. We recommend checking at least 2-3 sites to find the best deal for your stay in Chon Buri.

Explore the Area

Discover famous landmarks, scenic roads, and more near Chon Buri.

Loading map...
Open in Google Maps

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best things to do in Chon Buri?

Chon Buri offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

How do I plan a road trip to Chon Buri?

Plan your road trip to Chon Buri with Plan Your Road Trips! Add Chon Buri as a destination, and we'll help you find the best route and discover more amazing places along the way.

Where is Chon Buri located?

Chon Buri is located in Chon Buri, Thailand, Asia. The coordinates are 13.3622 latitude, 100.9835 longitude.

What is the population of Chon Buri?

Chon Buri has a population of approximately 219,164 people, making it a city in Thailand.

Plan a Road Trip

Add to your itinerary

Start planning your road trip with Chon Buri as a destination. Create a custom route and discover more amazing places along the way.

Start Road Trip

What's Nearby?

Discover destinations like Tinder

Swipe through stunning destinations near Chon Buri. Save your favourites and add them to your trip.

Explore now

Quick Information

Population
219,164
Continent
Asia
Country
Thailand
Region
Chon Buri
Timezone
Asia/Bangkok
Coordinates
13.3622, 100.9835

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Thailand

Police
191
Ambulance
1669
Fire
199
Driving side
left

Tourist police (English): 1155.

Full driving guide for Thailand

Tags

AsiaThailandChon BuriCity

Worth the detour from Chon Buri

2 notable places within an hour's drive.

racetrack

Bira Circuit

Thailand's oldest permanent circuit, opened 1986 near Pattaya and named after the racing Prince Bira. A compact, low-key track that hosts club racing and drifting in a distinctly tropical setting.

49 km · about 55 min drive

bridge

Bhumibol Bridge

Striking twin cable-stayed spans carrying Bangkok's Industrial Ring Road over two bends of the Chao Phraya River, their diamond-shaped pylons a landmark of the southern skyline.

58 km · about 65 min drive

Driving roads near Chon Buri

  • 58 kmBhumibol BridgeStriking twin cable-stayed spans carrying Bangkok's Industrial Ring Road over two bends of the Chao Phraya River, their diamond-shaped pylons a landmark of the southern skyline.

When to drive here

Year-round

Tropical latitude: plan around the wet season rather than temperature.

Nearby Destinations

Other places to explore near Chon Buri.

Ban Ang Sila

🇹🇭 Thailand

6 km awayPop. 36,055

Ban Bueng

🇹🇭 Thailand

15 km awayPop. 23,509

Phan Thong

🇹🇭 Thailand

17 km awayPop. 18,708

Bang Pakong

🇹🇭 Thailand

20 km awayPop. 25,620

Si Racha

🇹🇭 Thailand

22 km awayPop. 178,916

Phanat Nikhom

🇹🇭 Thailand

24 km awayPop. 21,924

Ban Pho

🇹🇭 Thailand

28 km away

Bang Bo

🇹🇭 Thailand

28 km away

Plan a trip around Chon Buri

Asia road trip planner

Plan a Road Trip from Chon Buri

Create your perfect itinerary with our calendar-based planner. Add stops, discover attractions along the way, and share your trip with friends.

Start Planning
PYRT

The ultimate road trip planning platform. Discover 150,000+ destinations worldwide, plan scenic routes, and create unforgettable adventures.

Inspiration

  • Discover Trips
  • Travel Guides
  • Community

The Product

  • Calendar Planner
  • Integrations
  • How It Works
  • Collaboration Mode
  • Get the App
  • Merchandise: PYRT Supply Co.
  • Become a Creator
  • Trip Marketplace

Plan Your Trip

  • Road Trip Planner
  • Famous Routes
  • Planners by Country
  • Best Road Trip Planner App
  • Discover Road Trips
  • Events
  • Travel Guides
  • How It Works
  • My Trips
  • Community Groups

Company

  • Terms of Service
  • Privacy Policy
  • Support
  • Contact Us
  • Sign In
  • Create Account

© 2026 Plan Your Road Trips. All rights reserved.

•[email protected]
Data sources:GeoNames (CC BY 4.0)•Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA)•Mapbox•Photography: George Lawrence