Vans from Khao Sok to Railay

Vans from Khao Sok to Railay

Khao Sok
Railay
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Khao Sok to Railay Destination Reviews

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Dean C
Got to Krabi bus station and the van left, said another would arrive but didn’t after an hour or more we had to book a grab and ferry ourself!
Khao Sok to Railay, Van Van + Ferry, Temp, Jan 3, 2026
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Abdelghafour A
The trasfer was delayed by 1.5 hours, that was not the main issue for us, it was the lack of communication. They left us waiting, not answering our calls/messages on the hotline and not sending us any notice or explaination. after a long wait we were picked by a driver of another company, who was nice but was also confused since he was expecting a diffrent voucher. Finally after he confirmed with his company he transfered us to the pier and explained the situation to them so they arranged a private long tail boat to transfer us in the night. As I said we wouldn't mind if we were just informed of the delay, so that we could relax and wait instead of worrying in our holiday
Khao Sok to Railay, Van Van + Ferry, Future Travel and Service (Future Travel and Service), Dec 20, 2025
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Jasmine L
Driver was so lovely and helped us out so much. Amazing experience 10/10
Khao Sok to Railay, Van Van + Ferry, Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel (ทรัพย์ทวีผลทัวร์แอนด์ทราเวล), Aug 4, 2025
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Josja E
Driver was!t very communicative about traveltume, arrival time etc
Khao Sok to Railay, Van Van + Longtail boat, Krabi Transport and Travel (Krabi Transport and Travel), Jul 22, 2025
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Khao Sok to Railay Van Schedule

OperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Future Travel and Service
Van + Ferry
09:00
12:00
$10.08
  4.5
Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel
Van + Ferry
09:00
13:00
$9.11
Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel
Van + Longtail boat
09:00
13:00
$16.71
Udomrat Tour
Van + Ferry
09:00
12:30
$12.15
Future Travel and Service
Van + Ferry
09:20
12:20
$10.08
Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel
Van + Ferry
09:30
13:00
$9.11
  5.0
Black Tiger Tour
Van + Ferry
09:30
13:00
$15.80
Future Travel and Service
Van + Ferry
15:00
18:30
$18.23
  4.5
Krabi Transport and Travel
Van + Longtail boat
15:00
18:30
$13.67
  3.0
Black Tiger Tour
Van + Ferry
15:00
18:30
$15.80

How to get from Khao Sok to Railay by van

Vans are a faster alternative to buses; vans usually offer more scheduled departures than buses or other means of transport over the same route; vans may serve the routes not served by buses, trains, or flights. What other reasons do you need to opt for a van? Ah! Very often, they are much more affordable than any other means of transport. Van from Khao Sok to Railay departs regularly according to the schedule and is a decent option to get to your destination at a reasonable price. Now van tickets can be booked online what makes planning of your trip more convenient. Before you book your van ticket, remember to read other travellers’ reviews on your operator’s service to ensure it meets your expectations.

Currently the following operators can help you to travel from Khao Sok to Railay by van: .

How far is Khao Sok from Railay?

Khao Sok sits 88 km from Railay.

How long does it take to get from Khao Sok to Railay by van?

Vans cover the distance between Khao Sok and Railay in 1h 45m – 4h 40m hours. Do note that though vans usually stick to their schedule, your journey can take longer if traffic is excessive or the weather is bad. The worst periods in the sense of violation of the timetable is long weekends, national holidays, school vacations and peak season. With roads stuck with traffic do expect delays. Stormy weather with heavy rains or snowfalls can also cause your arrival time to change. Yet in general you can rely on the timing declared by the operator.

The fastest service on this route is provided by Nor Phuangphet Transport. Phichet Transport’s vans travel slower than others.

How much does it cost to get from Khao Sok to Railay by van?

Opposite to, say, buses, normally vans do not offer a great variety in the sense of ticket class hence the price of the ticket is the same for all seats in a van. Note that some seats offer more comfort during the ride. E.g. in some vans the passenger seat by the driver is also available. If you are lucky enough to get it, you may have more space and definitely a better view there. Similarly, in some vans seats in the back row may be a disappointment as they do not recline due to the trunk filled with travellers’ luggage.

To hop onto a van between Khao Sok and Railay expect to pay from USD 8.41 to USD 100.24. The more convenient the ride, the more you pay – either for extra space or for less stops enroute. Future Travel and Service is the cheapest operator on the route while Nor Phuangphet Transport is the most expensive one.

Travelling by van essentials

  • Ensure to check carefully from where your van departs. In many cases vans are stationed not at the city main bus station but elsewhere. Individual van operators may have their own van stops located anywhere, and one and the same operator may sell tickets to their vans from different stops. If you are planning a bus-van connection, be sure you understand where to catch your van as it is easy to assume that vans leave from the same station where buses arrive. No, it is not necessarily so!
  • There are different types of vans accommodating from 9 to 15 or more passengers. While on certain routes you have no alternative, on others you can choose. The rule of thumb – fewer seats mean more leg space and more comfort. As well as more money for your ticket. But this is probably the case when it is worth investing into your seat a bit more.
  • Vans accommodating more passengers are often cramped and do not provide any additional space for your luggage. In many cases your ticket will include only one piece of luggage, often with limited weight. If you travel with huge suitcases or backpacks you may want – or even need – to buy an extra seat for your luggage. Before booking an extra seat for your luggage though do check with the operator if they allow it. If you did buy a separate seat for your luggage, and the driver during the way tries to pick up an extra passenger to put on a “vacant” seat, insist on right to use it as you paid for it.
  • There are obviously no on board toilets in vans but if your journey lasts over two or three hours there will normally be one or more bathroom stop(s) enroute. During the bathroom stop, take a note of your van number plate when you get off. It will make it easier for you to find the van among similar vehicles and in an unhappy case (hypothetically!) of van leaving without you, you can at least report it to the operator.
  • Van drivers are notorious for their driving style. Though many companies enforce strict speed limits on their vehicles they are often not observed. This is probably a major downside of van travel in some countries. Anyway, if speed limits are violated do not be shy to ask the driver to go slower. Normally there will be an information plate with the telephone numbers to call if your driver violates traffic rules – report each such case without hesitation. Also, do leave your review if not satisfied with the service to warn other travellers.
  • It is compulsory to use belts for all the van passengers. Even if your driver does not insist on it, use the belt for your own safety. Belts are sometimes fixed behind your seat – do not hesitate to release them and use as they are intended to be used.
  • Many vans do not have scheduled departures but depart when full. Sometimes waiting periods can be long, especially if you happen to come immediately after the previous van has departed or just in the end of the day when there are not so many passengers. Always make sure you understand whether your ticket is for a scheduled trip or otherwise. Normally operators who allow online booking of their tickets, provide scheduled service meaning your van will depart on time no matter how many passengers show up for the trip.

Transportation from Khao Sok to Railay

Facts about the van from Khao Sok to Railay

Cheapest Van$9
Fastest Van1h 45m
Earliest Van12:00 AM
Latest Van6:00 PM
Daily Van Routes103
Distance88 kilometers
Van CompaniesAndaman Shuttle, Black Tiger Tour, Call Me Taxi, Future Travel and Service, Jijie Tour and Travel, Koh Ngai Camping, Krabi Sea Pearl, Krabi Transport and Travel, Nara Travel, Nor Phuangphet Transport, Phichet Transport, PL Travel, Ramon Transport, RTC Transport, Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel