Bangkok to Surat Thani

Travelling between Bangkok and Surat Thani is possible by Flight, bus, train, van and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus+van is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 426.78 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 17.47.

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 16 hours to travel between Bangkok and Surat Thani depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Bangkok and Surat Thani. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h 5m. Bus+van does a much slower job and take about 16h to reach Surat Thani.

Travelling between Bangkok and Surat Thani can be as cheap as USD 17.47 if you opt for a Nakhon Si Racha (นครศรีราชาทัวร์) bus and as expensive as USD 426.78 if you buy a Firstplan Transport Services (เฟิร์สแพลน ทรานสปอร์ตเซอร์วิส) taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

• 29 from Bangkok to Surat Thani starting from 06:45 Mochit until 19:50 Southern Terminal Bangkok
• 11 from Bangkok to Surat Thani starting from 06:10 Don Mueang Airport until 17:20 Don Mueang Airport
• 7 from Bangkok to Surat Thani starting from 14:50 Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station until 20:10 Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station
• 10 from Bangkok to Surat Thani starting from 00:00 Bangkok Transfer until 00:00 Bangkok Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Bangkok to Surat Thani.

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Bangkok to Surat Thani, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 31.41.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Bangkok and Surat Thani

Nok Air (นกแอร์), Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย), Thai Airways, Thai Lion Air (ไทยไลอ้อนแอร์), Thai Smile (ไทยสมายล์), Thai Vietjet (ไทยเวียดเจ็ทแอร์)

Bus

Travelling from Bangkok to Surat Thani overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Bangkok and Surat Thani

Bangkok Busline (บางกอกบัสไลน์), ChokeAnan Tour (บริษัท โชคอนันต์ชุมพร จำกัด), Krungsiam Tour (กรุงสยามทัวร์), Montanatip, Nakhon Si Racha (นครศรีราชาทัวร์), Sombat Tour (บริษัท เทพสมบัติ จำกัด), Transport Co (บริษัท ขนส่ง จำกัด)

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Bangkok and Surat Thani

BangkokTaxi24, Firstplan Transport Services (เฟิร์สแพลน ทรานสปอร์ตเซอร์วิส), Glassflower

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

Van

Vans are a great alternative - or, in many cases - your only option - if you need to travel overland within one and the same province or neighbouring provinces or states. Vans ply the roads between Bangkok and Surat Thani, too.

Things to remember: When travelling by van with huge luggage buying a separate seat for your suitcase or backpack is a good idea. Do not expect there is a roomy luggage compartment in a van - there is actually none and your fellow passengers are unlikely to appreciate your luggage stuck under their feet, alas.

Companies operating vans between Bangkok and Surat Thani

Raja Ferry (ราชา เฟอร์รี่)

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

• 63% took a train
• 19% decided to fly
• 10% opted for a bus
• 4% chosen flight+Van
• 1% Other