KST Travel
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About KST Travel
While some travellers feel skeptical about vans, a good choice of destinations and competitive prices make vans one of the most popular means of transport for others. Vans are always more flexible than big buses. If there is a sudden request for rides to some new destinations, van operators are always the first to offer their service. Indeed, it is easier to launch a new route if you operate a vehicle of 10-15 pax capacity, isn’t it?
KST Travel operates van service and offers tickets with easy online booking. Check them if you are looking for options to travel by van.
What are the Main Stations of KST Travel?
KST Travel’s vans run to and from the following terminals:
- The Steak Restaurant
- Bus Terminal Komtar
- Phuket Bus Terminal 2
- Koh Phangan
- Lanta Transport Office
- Hat Yai Bus Terminal
- KST Travel office
- Krabi Bus Terminal
- Trang Bus Terminal
- Na Thon Pier Seatran Ferry
- Kuah Jetty Langkawi
- Seatran Nathon Pier 3
- 7 Eleven Chulia St
- Hat Yai Bus Station
- Chai Leng Park Caltex
- Donsak Seatran Pier
- Thong Mee bus station
- Hat Yai Bus Terminal 1
- P Plus Express Hat Yai
- Sea Holidays Tour Office
- Hotel Area 2 km from Hatyai Train Station
- Khao Sok Bus Station
- Ao Nang Transfer
- Sungai Pattani Toll 107 Caltex
- Bus Terminal Komtar
- Hotel area 2 km from Komtar
- Ao Nang Transfer
- Mochit Terminal
- Hat Yai Railway Station
- George Town Komtar CIMB Bank
- P Plus Express Surat Thani
- Surat Thani Kaset 2 Market
- Mae Haad Koh Tao
- Mini Changlun
- Thong Sala Koh Phangan
- Krabi Bus Terminal
- Nakhon Si Thammarat Bus Station
- Sungai Nibong Bus Stop
What are the Most Popular Routes of KST Travel?
The most popular trip destinations of KST Travel’s timetable are:
- Koh Samui - Penang
- Langkawi - Krabi
- Phuket - Penang
- Phuket - Kuala Lumpur
- Krabi - Kuala Lumpur
- Koh Samui - Kuala Lumpur
- Hat Yai - Penang
- Hat Yai - Krabi
- Langkawi - Phuket
- Koh Phangan - Penang
- Koh Lipe - Kuala Lumpur
- Koh Samui - Pattaya
- Koh Phangan - Kuala Lumpur
- Hat Yai - Langkawi
- Hat Yai - Chumphon
- Hat Yai - Phuket
- Koh Lanta - Kuala Lumpur
- George Town - Koh Lanta
- George Town - Koh Lipe
- George Town - Hat Yai
- Trang - Penang
- George Town - Krabi
- Krabi - Penang
- Hat Yai - George Town
- George Town - Koh Samui
- Khao Sok - Penang
- Hat Yai - Koh Samui
- Pak Bara - Penang
- Koh Phangan - Pattaya
- George Town - Khao Sok
- Koh Lanta - Penang
- Surat Thani Town - Penang
- Trang - Kuala Lumpur
- Hat Yai - Surat Thani Bus Terminal
- Bangkok - Penang
- George Town - Donsak
- Donsak - Penang
- George Town - Surat Thani Town
- Hat Yai - Khao Sok
- Surat Thani Town - Kuala Lumpur
- Langkawi - Trang
- Ao Nang - Penang
- Penang - Hat Yai
- George Town - Phuket
- Koh Tao - Penang
- Hat Yai - Phang Nga
- Koh Samui - Hua Hin
- Hat Yai - Donsak
- Hat Yai - Koh Lanta
- Hat Yai - Koh Phangan
- George Town - Trang
- George Town - Koh Phangan
- Penang - Pak Bara
- George Town - Nakhon Si Thammarat
- Nakhon Si Thammarat - Penang
- Hat Yai - Khao Lak
- Penang - Bangkok
- Chumphon - George Town
- Penang - Krabi
- Pak Bara - Kuala Lumpur
- Khao Sok - Kuala Lumpur
- Penang - Koh Phangan
- Hat Yai - Sungai Nibong
- Penang - Surat Thani Town
- Penang - Koh Samui
- Donsak - Kuala Lumpur
- Nakhon Si Thammarat - Kuala Lumpur
- Koh Samui - Rayong
- Chumphon - Penang
- Penang - Koh Lipe
- Koh Tao - Kuala Lumpur
- Chumphon - Kuala Lumpur
- Penang - Koh Tao
- Koh Lipe - Penang
- Penang - Koh Lanta
- Ao Nang - Kuala Lumpur
- Penang - Trang
- Penang - Nakhon Si Thammarat
- Penang - Phuket
- George Town - Chumphon
- George Town - Khao Lak
- Penang - Khao Sok
- George Town - Koh Tao
- Koh Phangan - Hua Hin
- Penang - Khao Lak
- Penang - Chumphon
- Sungai Petani - Koh Lipe
- Koh Phangan - Rayong
- Sungai Nibong - Nakhon Si Thammarat
- Kedah - Koh Lipe
- Sungai Petani - Krabi
- Kedah - Koh Phangan
- Koh Phangan - Sattahip
- Penang - Donsak
- Sungai Petani - Bangkok
- Kedah - Koh Samui
- Kedah - Phuket
- Kedah - Pak Bara
- George Town - Pak Bara
- Koh Samui - Sattahip
What are the Vans Classes & Prices of KST Travel?
As a rule, it is not possible to choose a ticket class when travelling by van. Yet you can check with the operator and/or choose the type of van which serves your route. Some vans seat only 9-10 passengers, others accommodate up to 15 travellers. The former case means you may have more legroom, wider seats and a more comfortable ride, the latter – be ready for a limited space for your legs, elbows and your luggage. Read reviews on KST Travel van service to be sure they meet your expectations.
Pros & Cons of Van Travel
Pros of Van Travel
- Vans often reach the destinations where neither buses nor trains travel. These include secondary towns and smaller villages
- In most cases vans are the fastest way to get to your destination if travelling to relatively short distances overland simply because they are smaller than buses and more maneuverable
- Vans can let you get off at a more convenient point enroute – not necessarily at the terminal, what actually can save you loads of time and money in some cases.
Cons of Van Travel
- Some vans can be quite cramped with limited space for luggage available. Well, actually almost all vans offer limited luggage space and if you have more than one bag, suitcase or backpack, it may be a good idea to buy a separate seat for your luggage – yes, you will pay double for your trip, alas
- It is worth checking if your van runs on schedule or leaves when full – in the latter case you may end up waiting too long as on several routes it can take quite a time for a van to fill up.
- You should know that van drivers are notorious for their speedy driving. Even the most reputable companies sometimes fail to persuade the drivers to respect the speed limits. Even if your van driver does not insist on it, always buckle your seatbelt while travelling by van
- If you easily get seasick and your trip includes winding stretches, chances to feel motion sickness are higher while travelling by van than by bus. Take your medicine half an hour before your trip to be on the safe side.
KST Travel Stations
Chai Leng Park CaltexThe Steak RestaurantDonsak Seatran PierBus Terminal KomtarThong Mee bus stationHat Yai Bus Terminal 1P Plus Express Hat YaiPhuket Bus Terminal 2Sea Holidays Tour OfficeHotel Area 2 km from Hatyai Train StationKoh PhanganLanta Transport OfficeKhao Sok Bus StationAo Nang TransferSungai Pattani Toll 107 CaltexBus Terminal KomtarHat Yai Bus TerminalHotel area 2 km from KomtarKST Travel officeAo Nang TransferKrabi Bus TerminalTrang Bus TerminalNa Thon Pier Seatran FerryKuah Jetty LangkawiSeatran Nathon Pier 3Mochit Terminal7 Eleven Chulia StNakhon Si Thammarat Bus StationSungai Nibong Bus StopHat Yai Railway StationGeorge Town Komtar CIMB BankP Plus Express Surat ThaniSurat Thani Kaset 2 MarketMae Haad Koh TaoHat Yai Bus StationMini ChanglunThong Sala Koh PhanganKrabi Bus Terminal
KST Travel Company Reviews
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Supanee TRoughly double the actual price written on the paper ticket we received from the bus company
Bus Bus 40 seat, KST Travel (KST Travel), Sep 5, 2026
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Sandra KVery cramped in the mini van. AC worked which was lucky and we stopped regularly. Would not do this again.
Van Van + Van, KST Travel (KST Travel), Aug 14, 2026
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Brandon RSmooth trip. The first bus was a bit older and full but other than that it was great. The drivers took great care of my family and took extra care to make sure we got where we needed to be for bis changes. The best part was that the booking said we would be dropped off at a bus station but the driver took everyone to their hotels. I highly recommend trying his service.
Ferry Ferry + Van + Van, KST Travel (KST Travel), Jul 26, 2026
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Thomas MThe confirmation email did not designate a pickup location. Talking to the provider on the phone about it, she was very rude and condescending. I had to wander around and find the van myself after realizing she had no intention of listening to me. At the pickup location, we were waiting in the van for 40 minutes, when people finally started complaining and asking why, it couldnt be explained to us and then they decided we could leave now. The seats were small and uncomfortable, two people were basically sitting on top of each other at the back. The second bus was a little bit less cramped. But the drivers would constantly tailgate the vehicle in front and then have to tap the brakes. Then immediately hit the gas again to stay as close as possible.. arrived on time. I’ve had better van rides in Asia.
Ferry Ferry + Van + Van, KST Travel (KST Travel), Jul 7, 2026
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Ruth EEverything ran smoothly however we arrived late. We were transferred between busses mid route and we arrived a little late.
Ferry Ferry + Bus + Bus, KST Travel (KST Travel), Jun 30, 2026
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Anton DVery good experience overall, the e-mail with instructions was very clear, vehicles very comfy and clean, drivers nice, we had a few breaks in nice places where we could buy food and drinks and go to toilet. Would certainly use again.
Ferry Ferry + Van + Van, KST Travel (KST Travel), May 23, 2026
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MANUELA BI had a really good experience with KST travel; they sorted out everything, and the staff were so kind! Thank you very much!
Van Van + Van + Ferry, KST Travel (KST Travel), May 14, 2026
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Beruta SAlthough a bit rough & ready, all worked out smoothly & we were treated with courtesy by all the handlers. The agent sent us a detailed email the day before departure outlining our trip & connections & everything worked efficiently. The public van to Tammalang pier was a bit cramped but the driver was good. The early departure from Hat Yai ensured we were relaxed in catching the ferry to Langkawi. This certainly wasn’t luxury travel but it was efficient.
Van Van + Ferry, KST Travel (KST Travel), May 11, 2026
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Ahmed FWe arrived on time
They took excellent care of us; everything was clear. We were met by a lady at tamalanga Harbour and also by a gentleman at the bus station for the Krabi bus service. I highly recommend them.
Ferry Ferry + Bus, KST Travel (KST Travel), Apr 9, 2026
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Pedro MFast driving. Close to the vehicles in the front all time. Very dangerous and speedy. Pressure was made when we took longer in at the customs but after the customs the driver was chatting outside with other people. No time to toilet when switching vans
Ferry Ferry + Van + Van, KST Travel (KST Travel), Apr 1, 2026
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Przemyslaw SDriver left me in random place. It was not bus terminal
Van Van, KST Travel (KST Travel), Feb 25, 2026
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Joanne MSamui-Pattaya Trip
Punctuality was great. No problem with the stops. Dinner place had so many options. On the bus, they give you a chocobar and water. Overall service was great and their helpline is very responsive.
Only thing is the bus is a little cramped. If the person in front of you reclines their chair, you can barely move, and the handrests are fixed. Also, there will be no blankets provided, so better to bring your own 😊
Ferry Ferry + Bus, KST Travel (KST Travel), Feb 23, 2026
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Steffen FWe are traveling for more than 4 weeks now and this was our worst experience. Reckless and way too fast driving for the last hour of our Journey; it was so dangerous. He once went after an ambulance at over 60km/h in thick traffic leaving only 1m of distance between the cars. When I asked him to slow down he said: sorry sorry, and went back to reckless and dangerous driving. The first hour was super slow, with stops in between and him disappearing and picking up people from the road, felt like going in circles.
Ferry Ferry + Bus, KST Travel (KST Travel), Feb 2, 2026
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john RHat yi terminal people very helpful. At krabi terminal also. Professional driver and assistant. .
Bus Bus 40 seat, KST Travel (KST Travel), Jan 29, 2026
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Niamh CIt said it would take 7 hours it took us 12. The first ferry was delayed an hour an a half due to tide levels, fair enough. Got onto the ferry they picked us up in the port and got us a taxi which was very smooth and helpful. My issue stands with the so called 5 hour bus taking nearly 7 hours. I understand that tbe bus needs to collect others however I would have preferred to have been informed when booking and the time estimation to be more accurate.
Additionally after the delay at the start I contacted 12Go about how it would effect the rest of the journey, 2 hours later after we got on the ferry, told me to contact the other people again wasn’t informed that’s who to contact with issues. The people with KS travel were lovely tho. The curtain on the bus was mouldy too
Ferry Ferry + Bus, KST Travel (KST Travel), Jan 21, 2026
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Brett EI booked two seats. My wife did not come. My spare seat beside me, which gave me space in a small van, was later filled. I paid for the seat. I should be able to use it.
Ferry Ferry + Van + Van, KST Travel (KST Travel), Jan 17, 2026
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Nathalie RLate arrival and poor service
Ferry Ferry + Bus, KST Travel (KST Travel), Jan 14, 2026
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Rachel LVery comfortable coach and very spacious. Plenty of stops for breaks.
Ferry Ferry + Bus + Bus, KST Travel (KST Travel), Jan 14, 2026
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Christian LThe taxi driver did not know where the terminal
We lost a lot of time.
Finally, he called the hotline and we recounted the transport on the side of the road
.the vehicle a simple. car let me near hotel in Georgetown
Van Van, KST Travel (KST Travel), Dec 27, 2025
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Talia RReceived email instructions 1-2 days before departure. Bus departed perfectly on time. Rest-stop after first two hours. Operator handed out water and snacks. Arrived to my destination only 30 mins behind schedule. I would purchase again :)
Bus Bus 40 seat, KST Travel (KST Travel), Nov 9, 2025
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Madita HWas very comfortable, clean and the price was excellent for what we got.
Van Van + Bus, KST Travel (KST Travel), Nov 1, 2025
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Gregory GThe sell ticket line a BUS, finally it’s a van minibus very uncomfortable. For 6 hours of travelling, that’s really not correct.
Bus Minibus + ferry, KST Travel (KST Travel), Oct 25, 2025
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Nicholas FThe second part of the trip was extremely uncomfortable, we were informed the day before that a van would pick us up, instead we were crammed into a car. The middle seat had no upper back support nor a headrest, which caused me a lot of discomfort in my neck and back.
When booking the trip I wasn't informed (or couldn't find the information easily) that there would be a 2 and a half hour wait until the next van, only after booking did I see this information, by which time it's too late to cancel.
The drivers were both very good and punctual.
Van Van + Van, KST Travel (KST Travel), Oct 18, 2025
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Aileen MOverall good drivers and it ran fairly well to time. From Koh Phangan it’s important to know that once you are on the vans there is little to no time to pick up food and drinks. A few toilet stops but literally 5 minutes. Bring enough with you and know that you will be getting in Penang late and hungry.
Ferry Ferry + Van + Van, KST Travel (KST Travel), Sep 8, 2025
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Ben MMiserable, but it gets you there as advertised
Van Van + Van + Van, KST Travel (KST Travel), Sep 4, 2025
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Valentina PInformation were clear, everything worked perfectly. From George Town it was a mini van, new and comfortable, the driver was good and precise. From Hat Yai, after 45 mins to e bus to Krabi, also comfortable and punctual.
Van Van + Van, KST Travel (KST Travel), Aug 19, 2025
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Rafael MBest company ever!! I recommended 1000%
Van Van + Van, KST Travel (KST Travel), Aug 19, 2025
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Craig MBecause my accommodation was far from the stated pick-up point, I requested an alternative pick-up (along the route to be taken by the van). I was told I would be notified, but I never was so I had to travel into Georgetown (extra Rm16 expense) and walk to the stated pick-up. It was pouring rain so I got very wet. As it eventuated, the driver collected several passengers from their accommodation outside Georgetown and even further south of where I was staying. So for me, this part of their service was very poor.
Although the van departed Georgetown 45 minutes late, we arrived in Hat Yai close to schedule. The e driver was efficient and very helpful, including taking me to an ATM prior to dropping me at Hat Yai train station. This part of their service was very good.
Considering the ticket cost (80-100% more than several other operators), I would suggest there are better value options.
Van Van, KST Travel (KST Travel), Aug 17, 2025
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Markus GJust in time, nice view
Ferry Ferry + Van + Van, KST Travel (KST Travel), Jul 31, 2025
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Georg POrganisation worked very well.
Unfortunately, both drivers were hard.
1st vehicle was very tight, air cond worked Bad. 2nd van was good.
Ferry Ferry + Van + Van, KST Travel (KST Travel), Jul 23, 2025
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Mohammed ZI didn’t use them as a lost my journey to Thailand through another operator
Van Van + Van, KST Travel (KST Travel), Jul 3, 2025
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Henrik S1 hour delayed but thats ok. In total 11 hours.
Van Van + Van, KST Travel (KST Travel), Jul 2, 2025
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Wuri ANo issue with the e-ticket, KST also sent a helpful guideline and - unlike 12Go CS - they respond our questions with a helpful answer and immediate. Driver in Donsak and Hat yai come on time, unfortunately in Donsak, the driver delayed the departure because he waited, which is all of us had to wait then, for 1 customer who was then dropped by in the middle otw to Hat yai. The van from Donsak is far from comfortable, especially the seat, but the van from Hat yai is new, clean, and comfortable.
Ferry Ferry + Van + Van, KST Travel (KST Travel), May 24, 2025
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Venerable SNot well organized for bus transfer
Bus Bus + Bus, KST Travel (KST Travel), May 4, 2025
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Magdalena MOn time, and arrived in Samui even earlier 👌
Van Van + Van + Ferry, KST Travel (KST Travel), May 2, 2025
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Spyros RThere were 2 separate buses and bus drivers. There was a change of bus in Hat Yai. The first bus and bus driver were excellent. So my review is about the second part of the trip.
Van Minibus + Van, KST Travel (KST Travel), Apr 25, 2025
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Tom FBus was 2h late and didn't stoped at the bus terminal. He just stopped anywhere at the street
Bus Bus 40 seat, KST Travel (KST Travel), Apr 24, 2025
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Megan HWe got to Krabi in one piece. First bus was fairly comfortable and a much shorter journey than was on the timetable email. However our bus driver was 30 mins late. We stopped just before the boarder for a break where the bus driver took all our passports and then asked for 3RM each, this was never communicated to us and we'd spent all our cash because we were leaving malaysia so had to change up money to pay him, still not sure what the 3RM was for. He never communicated anything with us during the boarder crossing which made it unnecessarily stressful. The second mini van was the most uncomfortable journey we have ever been on. But we made it to Thailand.
Van Van + Van, KST Travel (KST Travel), Jan 2, 2025
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Kimberley LReally rude staff, didn’t communicate with us at all. Randomly stopped us in the middle of nowhere, shouted for us to get out and said we had to go to another office. So rushed, my friend left something on the bus that they then said they could not find. The second driver was much more helpful but communication really needs to improve.
Van Van + Van, KST Travel (KST Travel), Nov 8, 2024
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Mateo EWe were traveling from Georgetown in Malaysia to Krabi in Thaïland.
We had a first driver (van) in Georgetown at 7:45 am with a van to Hatyai in Thaïland. The driver was on time and was really nice because he helped us to have information on where he should drop us. He dropped us at KST office around 12pm. The staff there was really kind, they told us we can let our bags in the office and go to eat and come back at 1:30 pm. We came back earlier because we had nothing to do and we finally had a second driver (van) at 1pm. He took us to a bus station 2 hours away from hat yai and there we had a direct bus to Krabi. He arrived 30 minutes in advance in Krabi.
The two first vans where really confortable but the last bus was really small (but the trip wasn't too long compare to the van).
Good to know: if you travel on weekend or on vacation date, you will need to pay 20 bath per person for immigration in Thaïland.
Van Van + Van, KST Travel (KST Travel), Oct 29, 2024
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Brett FDifficult to enjoy thr e
Van Van + Bus, KST Travel (KST Travel), Jul 2, 2024
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PRAVEENRAJ AVan Van + Van + Speedboat, KST Travel (KST Travel), Sep 17, 2026
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Cedric BFerry Ferry + Bus, KST Travel (KST Travel), Aug 14, 2026
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Aziz BVan Van + Bus, KST Travel (KST Travel), Aug 12, 2026
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Amporn KVan Minibus + Van, KST Travel (KST Travel), Aug 7, 2026
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Scott HFerry Ferry + Van + Van, KST Travel (KST Travel), Aug 2, 2026
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Lucy CVan Van, KST Travel (KST Travel), Aug 2, 2026
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Denis CFerry Ferry + Van + Van, KST Travel (KST Travel), Jul 29, 2026
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Romain TVan Van, KST Travel (KST Travel), Jul 17, 2026
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Sophie AVan Minibus + Van, KST Travel (KST Travel), Jul 17, 2026