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Ella CGot us to where we needed to go. Bus was pretty comfortable and we were able to sleep on it, with the backrests going pretty down. I would not pay for the VIP ticket again though, it's unclear to me what the difference was to a normal ticket. Waiting at the port from 3.45 to 6.45 when boarding started wasn't terrible either, since we had bug spray, it was warm, and there were a lot of different benches to choose from. Boat ride was also comfortable and it wasn't overbooked, so it felt safe.
Bangkok to Koh Tao, Bus VIP Bus + Ferry, Bangkok Travel Plus, May 15, 2025
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Hannah OI booked the VIP hoping for a comfier seat but it was the same bus and seats as non vip - the only perks was wifi, that didn’t work, and a meal coupon that I didn’t use cause the stop was at 1am and I wasn’t hungry. We arrived at the Chumphon stop at 3am and then got a small taxi for 40 minutes to the pier. If you want to try sleep, don’t book this bus! I don’t know why a night bus would be from 7pm - 3am and not at times when people can actually sleep.
Bangkok to Koh Tao, Bus VIP Bus + Ferry, Bangkok Travel Plus, Apr 28, 2025
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Dominik The bus was in very good condition and had plenty of legroom (I'm 1.9m tall). A blanket, water, and a small snack were included. My only criticism is that there's only one break and then you have to spend two hours at the pier. This could be better organized.
Bangkok to Koh Tao, Bus Express, Montanatip (Montanatip), Apr 28, 2025
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Jonathan KTransport vehicles were not clear. We had a bus from Bangkok which was fine, then at 3 am had to get a Tuk-tuk for 50mins to the ferry port, once we arrive at the port had to wait for 2 hours. There we no snacks as paid for and the "meal" was a token where we stopped at 1 am at a canteen area, very poor choice and all meals were cold. The transport got us safely from A to B, hence the 2 stars, but not worth the money.
Bangkok to Koh Tao, Bus VIP Bus + Ferry, Bangkok Travel Plus, Apr 26, 2025
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Guy SThey barely speak english. Very difficult to communicate
Bangkok to Koh Tao, Bus Express, Montanatip (Montanatip), Apr 26, 2025
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Ido HThings were orgenized, well set, and this is all one can hope for.
Bangkok to Koh Tao, Bus Express, Montanatip (Montanatip), Apr 6, 2025
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Robin SThe ferry was great but the bus in a bad condition
Bangkok to Koh Tao, Bus Express, Montanatip (Montanatip), Mar 10, 2025
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Daisy KI think they overbooked us because we were placed on the bus but downstairs where there’s no seats or seatbelts. We didn’t sleep at all because there was no space or area to recline. The aircon also didn’t work downstairs and we were supposed to get a snack and drink with our ticket but the drivers refused to give it to us. Overall a super chaotic journey and wouldn’t recommend this trip if you plan on sleeping overnight.
Bangkok to Koh Tao, Bus Express Bus + Ferry, Bangkok Travel Plus, Mar 7, 2025
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Lillian KGot there in one piece! A bit stressful to switch from bus to pickup to boat, and wait at the pier from 3 am till 7am for the boat. Midnight truck stop was nice and boat was pretty :)
Bangkok to Koh Tao, Bus Express Bus + Ferry, Bangkok Travel Plus, Feb 4, 2025
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Sofie AEasy instructions. Comfortable.
Bangkok to Koh Tao, Bus Express, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Dec 31, 2024
