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Introduction
 Geography:
Khmer ruins and the The city of various famous statue of Khun Ying
Mo named Nakhon Ratchasima or commonly known as Khorat
is situated on a plateau, about 259 kilometers northeast of Bangkok.
Administration of this province is divided into 26 Amphoes and 6
King Amphoes. The city itself serves as the gateway to the
Northeastern Region.
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Borders |
North:
South: |
Chaiyaphum,
Khon Kaen
Prachin Buri, Nakhon Nayok |
East:
West: |
Buriram
Chaiyaphum, Saraburi and Nakhon Nayok |
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The distance
between Amphoe Muang and other Amphoes |
Ban Luem
Chakkarat
Chum Phuang
Huai Thalaeng
Kham Sakee Saeng
Khon Buri
Nong Boon Nag
Non Sung
Pak Chong
Phimai
Sikhiu
Sung Noen |
118 kms.
43 kms.
97 kms.
71 kms.
47 kms.
58 kms.
51 kms.
37 kms.
87 kms.
60 kms.
49 kms.
37 kms. |
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Bua Yai
Chok Chai
Dan Khun Thot
Kang Sanam Nang
Kham Thalesor
Khong
Nong Daeng
Non Thai
Pak Thong Chai
Prathai
Soeng Saen
Wang Nam Kheo |
103 kms.
31 kms.
60 kms.
130 kms.
25 kms.
97 kms.
74 kms.
29 kms.
38 kms.
87 kms.
89 kms.
79 kms. |
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How to get there
 By
Air
Thai Airways operates daily flights
to Nakhon Ratchasima. Call 280-0070, 280-0080 for further
information.
By Bus
There are several buses both air and non air-conditioned leaving
from the Northeasten Bus Terminal. Non air-conditioned buses leave
every 15 minutes throughout 24 hrs., for further information tel:
272-5254, 272-5228 and air-conditioned buses leave every 20 minutes,
throughout 24 hrs., tel. 2725253, 272-5299
Air-conditioned buses to the Northeast:
Bangkok
to Nakhon Ratchasima
| Fare (Baht) |
Distance (Kms.) |
Time (Hours.) |
Departure
(Bangkok) |
|
115.- |
256 |
3.30 |
04.00-23.33
Every 20 minutes |
Nakhon Ratchasima to
Bangkok
| Fare (Baht) |
Distance (Kms.) |
Time (Hours.) |
Departure
(Nakhon Ratchasima) |
| 115.- |
256 |
3.30 |
02.00-21.40
Every 20 minutes |
By
Car
Traveling by car from Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima is most
convenient, and there are three alternative routes to choose
depending on the starting point in Bangkok. Description of each
route is as follow:
First Route: Taking Highway No. 1 (Phahonyothin) passing Don
Muang Airport, Wang Noi, till arriving Saraburi. At Saraburi, turn
right along Highway No. 2 (Mittraphap Highway) which finally leads
to Nakhon Ratchasima. The total distance of this route is 259
kilometers.
Second Route: This alternative route is a little longer in
distance but interesting town and city passing is a worth
compensation. The direction is along Highway No. 304 via Min Buri,
Chachoengsao, Phanom Sarakham, Kabin Buri, Pak Thong Chai and
finally Nakhon Ratchasima. The total distance is 273 kilometers
Third Route: Taking Highway No. 305 passing Thanyaburi,
Ongkharak to Nakhon Nayok. From Nakhon Nayok, take Highway No. 33 to
Kabin Buri an turn left along Highway No. 304 passing Pak Thong Chai
to Nakhon Ratchasima.
By
Rail
Trains leave Bangkok Railway Station (Hua Lamphong) many times
daily. For further information please call (02)-223-7010,(02)
223-7020
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Bangkok to Nakhon Ratchasima |
Nakhon Ratchasima to Bangkok |
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Departure |
Arrival |
Train (No.) |
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Departure |
Arrival |
Train (No.) |
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06.05
06.50
08.20
09.10
11.05
11.45
15.25
18.45
20.40
21.00
21.50
22.45
23.25 |
10.00
11.42
12.21
14.45
15.13
17.32
21.18
23.44
01.25
01.56
02.25
03.57
05.34 |
UbonRatchathani
(971)
UbonRatchathani (211)
Udonthani (945)
Nakhon Ratchasima (211)
Surin (931)
Surin (213)
UbonRatchathani (63)
UbonRatchathani (39)
Udonthani (947)
UbonRatchathani (1)
Surin (933)
UbonRatchathani (51)
UbonRatchathani (65) |
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00.47
00.09
08.06
10.20
11.06
12.23
13.28
15.25
18.43
20.15
21.44
22.50
23.18 |
05.40
05.15
14.00
08.15
15.50
17.25
19.30
20.50
23.00
02.55
03.20
04.00
04.35 |
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UbonRatchathani (2)
Surin (214)
Surin (932)
Udonthani (946)
UbonRatchathani (32)
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Surin (934)
UbonRatchathani (40) |
Festivals & Events
Thao
Suranari Commamoration
The annual event is held from March 23 to Aptil 2 to commemorate the
victory of Thao Suranari, the heroine who saved Nakhon Ratchasima
from in vaders in the Reign of King Rama III. Cultural displays,
exhibitions and fireworks are the highlight.
 Phimai
Boat Races
These popular races take place on the Moon River near the old Khmer
city of Phimai during the second week of November. Besides the
regatta there will be competitions of boats decorated to resemble
the famous Royal Barges, entertainments, and stalls selling local
products. 
Phimai Festival
This colorful event is held at the same time as the
Phimai boat Races in Phimai historical Park. Among the important
activities are; the light and sound presentation; Buddhist,
historical and cultural exhibitions. |
