Bangkok to Koh Tao

Bangkok to Koh Tao

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Bangkok to Koh Tao Schedule

Bangkok to Koh Tao Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Lomprayah VIP 06:00 - 14:45฿ 1,550
Andaman Sea Tour and Transport Bus + Ferry 09:00 - 04:00฿ 1,450
Fame Tour Sleeper Boat 13:00 - 05:00฿ 1,550
Montanatip Express 19:00 - 09:30฿ 1,300
Thai Railway Class III Fan 20:10 - 14:45฿ 1,182

Transportation from Bangkok to Koh Tao

Facts about the transport from Bangkok to Koh Tao

Cheapest Transport$33
Fastest Transport1h 5m
Earliest Departure6:00 AM
Latest Departure9:00 PM
Departures per day6
Distance929 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBangkok Air, Fame Tour, Lomprayah, Montanatip, Nok Air, Thai Railway, Thai Railways

Bangkok to Koh Tao Destination Reviews

IS
We took the VIP bus and ferry from Bangkok to Koh Tao. The bus was very good, we could lay down and we got water and a snack box. I took a travel pill before going on the ferry, but at the end we didn’t need one!
Ferry VIP, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Apr 9, 2024
RH
Nice comfy overnight ride in coach.
Bus Express, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Mar 23, 2024
NK
The "VIP" bus was total junk! Dripping air conditioning and broken, dirty seats ???? everyone on the boat was throwing up... totally chaotic check-in with lots of buses leaving at the same time.
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Ferry VIP, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Feb 13, 2024
EP
I’ve seen some reviews that weren’t that good? My trip was perfect. As a solo traveller I was slightly nervous but I went to the agency the day before to check the details and the staff were all so helpful!! I arrived at around 5am just in case (checked in and got a ticket using my online voucher) and there is a seven eleven round the corner if you need food and water (you get given a small bottle and a muffin and juice with vip but I knew I’d be hungry as it’s a long journey). They give you a different colour sticker depending on destination plus your seat number so make sure to get on the right bus but there are so many people to ask!! Short wait at the pier (where there is a really good and cheap food place) and then a quick boat over. All in all a really good experience with the VIP bus and the staff were all LOVELY and everything went smoothly🤝
Ferry VIP, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Jan 19, 2024
AS
Have to wait 4 hours at the pier mittlerweile in the night
Bus Express, Montanatip (Montanatip), Dec 15, 2023
FH
Our least favourite bus comfort and interior wise in the 2 months we have been travelling. Not enough leg room, bus not in great condition, we did the evening bus which gets you to the port at around 3am rather than parking up and letting you sleep for a few hours at the port on the bus (considering this is our most expensive trip yet) you have to get off and lie on wooden benches at the closed port until the morning. The boat trip was super bumpy, we don’t get travel sick but had to take tablets and sit outside, everyone inside was vomiting it was like an apocalypse :’) I think next time we would get a day time bus so we don’t have to sleep on wooden benches at the port.
Bus Express, Montanatip (Montanatip), Nov 29, 2023
MB
We traveled to Ko Thao overnight with the VIP ticket and had a good experience. When we arrived at the agency, we were able to check in quickly and deposit our luggage while we waited in the street with a massage and a few beers. The buses don't leave directly from the agency, but from the traffic circle in front of it. There were two buses, a normal bus and a VIP bus. Make sure you get on the right bus. The VIP bus had three seats per row, so it was much wider than the normal bus, which you could also put back. There were also snacks and drinks on the VIP bus, but not enough for the whole journey, so it's better to bring your own. A small travel pillow is also recommended. In total, the bus ride took around 8 hours, after which we had an hour and a half to two hours break at the pier and then continued on to ko Thao by catamaran for around an hour and a half. Unfortunately, we had bad weather and strong waves, so we couldn't use the upper deck of the catamaran. The trip was very adventurous, but unfortunately most of the passengers got seasick. At least half threw up, the staff were very helpful and provided bags. I would recommend bringing your own wipes/tissues or, if possible, scheduling the trip for a day when there is little swell. However, I would not deduct a star for this circumstance, as the organizer cannot be held responsible for the weather or the waves.
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Ferry VIP, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Nov 19, 2023
OH
The ferry ride was terrible for everyone on board. Why not give warnings about stormy sea to have people take anti sickness medicine? And despite taking it still got sick by the way. The bus was good, BUT they advertised reclining seats, I was seated in last row, not possible to recline the seat and the two passengers infront of me reclined their seat to the very maximun and left me squeazed in the back.
Bus Express, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Nov 19, 2023
AS
Very good pickup and ride.
Ferry VIP, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Nov 14, 2023
CS
The AC wasn’t really working in the bus so it was very hard to fall asleep. They gave us a blanket but it would only have helped if the AC would work. And the operator was around one hour late.
Bus Express, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Nov 13, 2023
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How to get from Bangkok to Koh Tao

Travelling between Bangkok and Koh Tao is possible by Flight, bus, ferry, train and van. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Ferry+train+van is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 42.07 if you go by Bus+Ferry; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus+ferry which will set you back mere USD 33.93.

How long does it take to get from Bangkok to Koh Tao?

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 19 hours to travel between Bangkok and Koh Tao depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Bangkok and Koh Tao. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h 5m. Ferry+train+van does a much slower job and take about 18h 35m to reach Koh Tao.

How much does it cost to get from Bangkok to Koh Tao?

Travelling between Bangkok and Koh Tao can be as cheap as USD 33.93 if you opt for a Lomprayah (ลมพระยา) bus+ferry and as expensive as USD 42.07 if you buy a Lomprayah (ลมพระยา) Bus+Ferry ticket.

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

How many trips per day are there between Bangkok and Koh Tao ?

  • 5 by Bus+Ferry from Bangkok to Koh Tao starting from 06:00 Khao San Lomprayah until 21:00 Khao San Lomprayah
  • 1 by Ferry+Van from Bangkok to Koh Tao starting from 13:00 Khao San Road Fame Tour until 13:00 Khao San Road Fame Tour

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Bangkok to Koh Tao.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Bangkok to Koh Tao, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 131.65.

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 Koh Tao

Bangkok Air (บางกอกแอร์เวย์ส)

Ferry

Ferry may be a tiring experience especially if you are prone to seasickness and often is not the cheapest option available but it almost always makes for a very picturesque journey.

Things to remember: Ferry rides may be cancelled due to rough seas.

Companies operating ferry routes between Bangkok and Koh Tao

Nok Air (นกแอร์)

What is the most popular transport to get from Bangkok to Koh Tao?

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

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 50% chosen Bus+Ferry
  • 46% chosen Ferry+Train+Van
  • 1% Other