Considering a trip to Thailand in 2023 and wondering about the costs? Understanding the expenses associated with traveling to Thailand can help you plan an effective budget. Here’s a guide to give you an idea of what you might spend on your Thai adventure.
Food, accommodation, transportation, and attractions all contribute to the overall cost of a trip to Thailand. For backpackers, the average daily cost can range from $8 – $15 for both food and accommodation. A vacation to Thailand for one person for a week typically costs around ฿28,531, whereas a week’s trip for two people is approximately ฿57,063. For a family of three or four, the cost per person often decreases as children’s tickets are less expensive and accommodations can be shared.
When it comes to transportation within Thailand, buses are quite economical, with prices ranging from 30-120 THB ($0.90-3.40 USD) per hour of travel, depending on the class of the bus. For those considering longer distances, night buses and trains can be a cost-effective option, doubling as accommodation for the night, with overnight buses from Bangkok to Chiang Mai costing 600 baht or less.
For a group of four, a high-end week in Thailand can cost anywhere from $5,301 to $19,167, which includes food, travel, sightseeing, first-class flights, and luxury lodging.
However, certain expenses can be minimized, like the cost of beer, which is quite affordable if you stick to local brews. Buying alcohol from a local 7-Eleven is cheaper than bar purchases, with bottles of Chang beer commonly priced between 70 – 100 baht.
For detailed insights, consider these resources: The Broke Backpacker, TripSavvy, NOMADasaurus, Budget Your Trip, Southeast Asia Backpacker, Champion Traveler, Nomadic Matt. Each source provides a more in-depth guide to budgeting for your trip to Thailand.
