With a population of 81,962, Ayutthaya is the largest city in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, Thailand by the number of inhabitants. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Ayutthaya to see all of its attractions.
Although Ayutthaya doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bangkok Don Mueang Intl (DMK), which is located 49 km from Ayutthaya.
The train station in Ayutthaya is called Ayutthaya Ayutthaya Railway Station, and is located 0.8 km from the city centre.
Another option to get to Ayutthaya is to pick up a car hire from Bangkok, which is about 66 km from Ayutthaya. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Drive Car Rental, among others, in Bangkok.
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Ayutthaya, including Saly VIP, Bus and Virak Buntham. From Siem Reap, the bus ride to Ayutthaya takes 684 km and will cost you around ₹ 3,005. From Phnom Penh, the ticket costs about ₹ 5,092 for a journey of 1207 km. The most popular bus station is Ayutthaya Talat Grand Soi 4, located 3.0 km from the city centre of Ayutthaya. Ayutthaya Nong Wiwat is also a commonly used station, and is 24 km from the city centre.
Average rates range from around ₹ 2,699 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 1,252 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Q Zone Boutique House and Grandparent's Home.
Expect to pay ₹ 109 per litre in Ayutthaya (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,312 and ₹ 1,750.