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 Surat Thani Bus Terminal to Phuket 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 Surat Thani Bus Terminal to Phuket by van: .
Surat Thani Bus Terminal sits 150 km from Phuket.
Vans cover the distance between Surat Thani Bus Terminal and Phuket in 3h 30m – 5h 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 Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel (ทรัพย์ทวีผลทัวร์แอนด์ทราเวล). Phangan Tour 2000’s vans travel slower than others.
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 Surat Thani Bus Terminal and Phuket expect to pay from USD 9.90 to USD 14.70. The more convenient the ride, the more you pay – either for extra space or for less stops enroute. Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970) is the cheapest operator on the route while 12Go Transport is the most expensive one.
| Cheapest Van | $10 |
| Fastest Van | 3h 30m |
| Earliest Van | 6:00 오전 |
| Latest Van | 5:00 오후 |
| Daily Van Routes | 31 |
| Distance | 150 kilometers |
| Van Companies | 12Go Transport, Phangan Tour 2000, Phantip 1970, Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel |