Paradive Travel

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About Paradive Travel

Company Information

Paradive Travel (also known as Paradise Travel) is one of numerous transportation companies in Thailand running their economy buses from Bangkok to the South destinations as well as offering combination trips to the islands of the Gulf. The company offers both direct and all-in-one (joint) tickets; the latter option makes it easier for passengers to get to win time and money without booking separate tickets.

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Paradive Travel departure time is very laconic and easy to remember; buses to all directions leave at 7pm.

Departure point is officially stated as Hua Lamphong Train Station in Bangkok but according to some feedbacks from the clients they still collect people from Khao San Rd. (the main backpackers headquarters in Bangkok); so probably you will not have to lose time striving through traffic for hours if you are lodged somewhere near Khao San Rd. Check all the info before booking.

Bangkok–Koh Samui, Koh Phangan and Koh Tao

If your final destination is one of the islands of the Gulf, including Koh Samui, Koh Phangan or Koh Tao, Paradive Travel offer a combined bus+ferry journey.

Proceeding to Koh Phangan, Koh Samui and Koh Tao you will be brought to the port of Donsak in Suratthani by bus and then change onto a ferry.

Bangkok–Koh Lanta&Koh Phi Phi

Krabi will be the mainland gateway to Koh Lanta and Koh Phi Phi.

Be prepared for a really long trip originally lasting from 15 to 19 hours (depending on destination) and don’t forget essential Thai downtime or delay or standstill or timeout.

Paradive Travel has an option for those who want to take a break on the way. They do direct bus transfers to Krabi and Suratthani as well. Duration of this kind of trip is surely shorter.

Bangkok–Khao Lak&Khao Sok

Paradive Travel is one of few companies offering direct transfer from Bangkok to Khao Lak, a resort area on the Andaman Coast immediately north of Phuket which is a great alternative if you do not like too touristy areas. The trip lasts 16 hours and tickets cost THB1050.

Another great destination for adventure seekers with Paradive Travel is Khao Sok National Park, one of the most beautiful and scenic national parks in the whole country. The length of the journey and the cost of ticket is the same as for Khao Lak.

As both of these destinations are on the mainland, you have a direct bus ride without any connections.

Pros

The entire trip is cost effective and basically providing what you pay for (price policy is very friendly, tickets cost ranges from THB1000-1300).

Some people remained more than satisfied and even grateful recalling the bus waited for them in spite of their being late for half an hour.

There were NO complaints about the boat leg (boat is fine, stable and comfortable with strong air con, refreshments and beers, big room and good toilets).

Cons

Actual arrival time can differ from the scheduled one.

Buses are of economy class which explains their mediocre quality (not very comfortable inside, leaking aircon, though most of the seats are reclining you can be unlucky enough to hit the one which is not, smelly toilet, no blankets or complimentary sacks and water included, no lighting fir reading, no Wi-Fi).

The only food/drink/ toilet stop for 10-hours (or even 18-hour) trip was at a high-priced, filthy place (mostly had snacks such as Pringles, Ritz crackers and biscuits) and as food coupons are not covered by ticket fare the passengers are starving and just have to drop in.

The crew was rude providing no information; charge you to use the restroom.

Not well-cleaned bus station or rather a shack in Suratthani and thereafter too long waiting at the pier for ferry pick up were disappointing.

No information on travel itinerary and stops - when the collection point in Bangkok is the central train station, passengers have no idea that the bus will proceed to Khao San Rd to collect more people, so due to the lack of information some passengers had actually to back-trace the whole route to Khao San Road.

Ticket fare for children is the same as for adults though normally there is a 50% discount for kids in Thailand.

Keep in mind

Keep your ticket (NOT purchase receipt, it will not help) until the whole trip is over, the pier staff or anyone else may ask you to show your bus ticket which is valid for the ferry as well so the one failing to have it would probably have to pay again.

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D B
The departure from Bangkok was delayed by 1,5 hours((. We missed the 8:00 ferry and waited two hours for another one. The embarkation at the pier leaves much to be desired...
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Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Dec 30, 2019
T S
The bus came relatively on time but we had to wait for over an hour until we were allowed into the bus. The air conditioning in the bus was then of course set to Antarctica. The same was on the ferry then the case. Typical Thai trip.
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Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Dec 29, 2019
D K
The departure was delayed by two hours. The toilet in the bus was broken. Otherwise, you should know that you are in for a very long bus ride. Comfort is not there. But arrived well
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Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Dec 29, 2019
E J
It's all very disorganized with little explanation as to what's happening. Also the first bus was very uncomfortable with a disgusting bathroom. With all that being said, I did get to my destination on time which is the main thing
Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Dec 28, 2019
E I
No blankets in a bus, too cold, aircondicion in unmanaged. Toilet is terrible: no water, door is broken. USB recharger not working. Stop for eat is too late, at 1 a.m. and a place of Stop was horrible.
Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Dec 28, 2019
C S
izarre bizarre, my wallet moved during the night and 3000 thb were missing!Long trip with 4 bus changes, without explanations each time...????
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Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Dec 21, 2019
V P
Journey was all fine. Only the information provided by 12go Asia were very inaccurate.
Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Sep 7, 2019
C V
The water was leaking into the bus. Our luggage was wet.
Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, May 29, 2019
C R
We went to Ko Lanta from Bangkok. The trip was 16 hours. First, a long trip to Surat Thani. You go in a big bus with people that go to different islands. In Surat Thani you get separate from the rest. You have to wait like half an hour for a minivan that goes to another agency where you have to wait like an hour for another minivan. They leave you in Ko Lanta up in the north. If you want them to drop you on your hostel you have to pay 150 extra per person. Is not the most comfortable option, but is better than you think. If you are not in a rush and don't mind sitting down for 14 hours (approx) is the cheapest, easy and most convenient option.
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Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, May 29, 2019
G M
Автобус из Бангкока в Сураттхани двухэтажный. Очень плохой туалет: грязный и тесный. Пришлось терпеть до остановок. Через 4 часа была остановка в грязном кафе, но еда не дорогая, я заплатила 60 бат за рис с курицей. Там же есть туалет за 5 бат. В 4.30 прибыли на пирс Сураттхани. Туалет 5 бат. Порционно выдаётся туалетная бумага. 20 бат - зарядить батарейку, 30 бат - wi fi. Совершенно заброшенная местность. Бегают 4 собаки, в стенах мелькают ящерицы, по земле прыгают лягушки. Множество комаров! Берите репеллент заранее! Здесь нет ни банкоматов, ни обменников, даже нормальной еды. Разве, что снеки. Далее, в 6.35 была пересадка на минивен до Краби. Там тоже платные туалеты - 5 бат, принять душ - 15 бат. Был индивидуальный трансфер далее. В 11.00 должен был отъехать минибас до пирса, где его погрузили с другими машинами на паром до Ланты. Едем чуть больше часа на пирс. Грузимся целым минибасом. Дополнительно 80 бат доплата, чтобы довезли от пирса до нужного вам отеля. The bus from Bangkok to Suratthani is a two-story one. Very bad toilet: dirty and cramped. Had to endure to a halt. After 4 hours there was a stop in a cafe, the food is not expensive, I paid 60 baht for rice with chicken. There is also a toilet for 5 baht. At 4.30 arrived at Suratthani Pier. Toilet 5 baht. 20 baht - charge the battery, 30 baht - wi fi. Completely rural area. 4 dogs were running, lizards were flashing in the walls, frogs were jumping on the ground. A lot of mosquitoes! Take repellent in advance! There are no ATMs, no urrency exchange offices, even normal food. Only snacks. Was waiting 2 hours. At 6.35 there was a transfer by minivan to Krabi. Minivan and driver are good. There are also toilets - 5 baht, take a shower - 15 baht. There was an individual transfer (good). At 11.00 the mini-bus (AC, good driver) had to move off to the pier, where it was loaded with other cars on the ferry to Lanta. We are going a little more than an hour to the pier. Loaded with a whole minibus. An additional 80 baht surcharge to take from Saladan Pier to your hotel at Lanta
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Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Apr 21, 2019
A B
Very unpleasant journey. In Bangkok, the bus was already overcrowded. Impossible to get seats for our children (2 children + 2 adults). I asked for blankets and was told they were in the wash! The fact is, we're cold (the lady on the bus isn't at all understanding). At midnight, we're stopped at a little bouiboui, with outdated and dirty toilets! Price gouging (1coke+2 chocolate bars + 1 packet of cake=300 Bathe. When the bus arrives to take another one, the same lady from the blankets shouts to wake everyone up. In short, for sleeping tourists, it's incomprehensible. We then took 2 mini-buses to Ko Lanta. Having already taken a bus (13h) between kanchanaburi and Chiang Mai, with the presence of Thai people, we were well received (bottles of water, boxes of cake and above all a top-notch welcome).
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Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Apr 15, 2019
A V
Everything went well... unfortunately no information about the itinerary... Restaurant which was approached around 00:00 ... Food good; toilets catastrophic
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Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Apr 7, 2019
A K
Bin nach 19 Std. In Khao Lak angekangekommen..geplant waren 16 Std..diverse Umsteigeprozeduren einschließlich Wartezeiten von 2 Std..AC gab es nur für den Bus nach Surat Thani..2 Sterne dafür, dass Alles durchorganisiert war, aber diese Tour würde ich nicht mit Bus empfehlen..
Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Mar 26, 2019
C M
The stars are for the cost and and the unexpected laughs! The bus was half an hour late at Bangkok station. We were just toying with hitting the booking.com App as it arrived. It wasn't one bus either, it was 2 buses, a taxi, a 2 hour wait, a van and a ferry. We were covered in different coloured stickers by the end. Comfort wasn't great and it all felt a bit unreal at times ... nobody was expecting so many stages. If you're not backpacking it probably wouldn't suit.
Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Mar 25, 2019
C S
Honestly, the service by the transport company (Songserm) was lovely and I'll use this again. This is more of a message saying that the restaurant we stopped on our way from Bangkok to Suratthani was outrageous, but well...
Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Mar 7, 2019
C H
Got what I paid for. 4 buses from Bangkok to Koh lanta. Buses all rundown but got me to my accommodation safely. Didn't know what was happening the entire time.
Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Jan 3, 2019
A R
After tiring journey in bus with chilling temperature and no proper response from bus driver or attender. We couldn't sleep and had wait at the port for 2.5 hrs to catch the ferry. The ferry guys ripoff on transport after ferry. Overall avoid this journey in case you can take the flight.
Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Dec 31, 2018
P K
At the beginning we were little bit confused because no-one was at the meeting point on the time (18.30) stated at the ticket. Finally it came out the bus was late so in the end we started like half an hour later.. anyway We arrived punctual (13.30) at Ko Lanta The first part of the trip was until Surat thani (6.30). There we changed the bus going to Krabi where we arrived at 9.30. At 10.30 a small minivan picked us up going over Hua Hin Pier to Ko lanta. For an extra 100 baht he brought us till our guesthouse. So it all worked out well, but in terms of comfortability and duration (and costs) definitely the backpacker's choice ;)
Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Dec 30, 2018
M F
good night journey , there was room , pleasant driver , correct air-conditioning , friendly and welcoming staff 20-minute break: expensive food, I got sick, very sick Change of bus to go to Krabi: transit air is a real dump, a garbage can with bus carcasses, mounds of garbage, aggressive stray dogs, nauseating smells, very unpleasant staff, dirty paying toilets, bags are unloaded from the bus in the mud. Not worthy of Thai transport; Minivan trip: very sporty driving by the driver, allowing you to arrive earlier than expected Thank you, driver !!!!! If you pay between 80 and 100 baths he'll drop you off at your hotel with the same efficiency of the journey and don't dawdle !!!! Don't forget your hat in the minivan - nobody brings it back!
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Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Dec 2, 2018
C O
Voyage long et peu confortable.et un autre voyageur français à payer 400 baths de moins que moi.
Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Nov 28, 2018
A C
The bus was ok. People on the trip were awesome and we actually arrived earlier than expected. The toilet is what you would expect in a moving vehicle (I.e. the smell isn’t fresh roses). The food stop only served chicken and over priced snacks and I’m veggie so found it difficult to eat. Reaching Krabi we were also told to pay 100 baht to get to our hotel. The man was very admandant and wouldn’t really take no for an answer which kind of got on our nerves.
Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Oct 6, 2018
C V
The trip went well overall, but there was little information provided during the journey. We were stressed at the meeting point because the bus was running a little late and no one could give us any information, but in the end, the meeting point was exactly as we had been told.
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Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Jul 27, 2018
K L
The itinerary was never communicated, so when we had to get out of the bus at 5 a.m. to transfer to another minibus it came as a surprise. Other than that everything went smoothly and we got to our destination early
Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Apr 24, 2018
M O
The aircon were frozen maybe 10degrees... Impossible to sleep. The bus stopped a midnight for those who want to have dinner... very uncomfortable. The staff is ok, the timetable was good.
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Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Mar 14, 2018
A N
Seats were broken, no reserved seats, couldn’t sit with friends. Lack of communication but this is just the Thai way.
Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Mar 13, 2018
P A
Guido in Bangkok was late. The trip to surathani was ik. But the stop place IT can be much better then this one.from surathani to Khaolak I was put in local bus. So afterall Maybe 1 point is better.
Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Mar 3, 2018
S P
The trip itself was more comfortable than expected, only a little more information would have been helpful now and then
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Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Feb 28, 2018
P C
Positive point: the bus arrived earlier than expected! The seats were confortable. But my trip went very badly... there were seats reserved which I totally respect. However, people from VIP seats were so rude, pulling down their seats on max. I couldn't even put down my legs. Another one was drinking beer in the bus and smoking in the toilets.
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Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Feb 23, 2018
P K
2 long stops
Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Feb 19, 2018
W M
Journey went well overall. Wait between each change very long. Between 1h and 2h waiting time. When it's 5 or 6 in the morning, it's hard. Delay of 1h30 in the journey. Arrival at 12pm instead of 10:30am. No bottle of water offered and point darret in a restaurant where it's 20bth a bottle.
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Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Jan 17, 2018
H S
Everything has been good, arrived a bit late although we have included the tolerance. Had to wait 4 hours until we were allowed on the ferry. Otherwise everything top. The bus is a coach and well equipped, the ferry is a bit fresh when you are inside, so wemm you want to sleep there is a sweater or a blanket recommended :) For 35€ per person you can not complain :)
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Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Jan 5, 2018
L J
Better than expected, after all those comments. The bus was okay, it's true that you have to wait 4 hours till the ferry departs, but that wasn't a big problem for us.
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Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Jan 3, 2018
M C
Was a little confusing at 1st but it was fine at the end. Could've informed the passengers more on what was going on but other than that it was all gravy
Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Jan 2, 2018
W F
Very unpunctual and then they were the ones in a hurry. Really unorganized and LCAM Of information from the People coordinating the buses.
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Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Jan 1, 2018
D J
Everything was great. However, the air conditioning was too cold
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Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Jan 1, 2018
R T
They completet the mission in bringing us to the market and back home. BUT they give you no information about anything, no stories about the area and the market you are. We were always behind the schedule because they could not organise who as to go in which bus... So we were waiting for 40 minutes in the heat in front of our busses... They stop on both way at a gasoline to fill the bus... We had the idea they just want the tourist to buy stuff. You had to leave the car and then wait another 15 minutes to continue the journey.
daytrip Adventure, Paradive Travel, Jan 1, 2018
J J
Bus was an hour behind schedule. Otherwise it was decent and I would travel with them again.
Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Dec 30, 2017
M D
The bus was fine, but then we had to wait 4 hours in the midddle of the night for the ferry. The boat was horrible, puked my ass off
Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Dec 29, 2017
N S
Bus comfortable. Unfortunately, a delay of 2 hours but that was already on the tickets that there may be delays. Overall, I am satisfied. Other countries other customs;)
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Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Dec 24, 2017
M G
Well organized, everything on time. A bit of a folksy trip, but fun!
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Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Nov 24, 2017
L Z
Timetable ok. We arrived in time. Bus uncomfortable. No food coupon and no water. No information about stops. The bus toilet was in unacceptable conditions, too dirty. And the toilet at the stops were not free. We were dead on time at the Pick up point but we had to make some call to be sure that somebody will come to pick us up. The company man came after 45 minutes. Never more with paradive travel.
Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Nov 12, 2017
P P
We booked and paid online with no problems and received the voucher as agreed. On the day of our tour they picked us up from our hotel at the agreed time. Our mini bus took us to the meeting point at Khao san Rd where the wait for the mini bus to take us to our excursion was a bit long mixed with a bit of confusion about the organization of the different excursions. The guide's English was sometimes difficult to understand, and her explanations of the site and its history were very sketchy. The driver seemed to be having a bad day, being a bit rude. As this was a guided tour, we would have appreciated some information on the history and culture of the site we were about to visit. We were a little disappointed with the overall service provided by this operator.
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daytrip Adventure, Paradive Travel, Nov 10, 2017
O D
Bus was warm, but not too warm. And there were blankets. But the smell of urine was terrible. We arrived at 4 0 clock at the pier and had to wait 3 hours for the ferry, while sitting on a wooden bench
Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Aug 14, 2017
A P
the bus got a flat tyre so took a lot longer than expected. the a/c above where the seat was leaked water on us the whole trip
Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Aug 7, 2017
O G
1 1/2 late
Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Aug 6, 2017
A B
My seat was broken, the backrest contstantly went all the way back. The leggrest didn't work at all. The staff was verry unfriendly and rude. During the whole trip they said anything about what was going to happen next. And the end it worked out fine, but it was nicer to know what was happening.
Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Jul 29, 2017
K P
Bus arrived late, ferry got to Koh phangan 2 hours later than listed. The seats were very uncomfortable and absolutely freezing, especially since you can't turn the aircon off since the individual dials are broken. They say you can get a blanket on request but the only time you see an attendant is very briefly as they are herding you on and off the bus, so I wasn't able to get one. If you bring a jacket or something it's manageable. Three stars because despite the discomfort it was safe and there were no confusing transfers to deal with yourself. If you've got the money go on the train or fly, but if you're on a budget then bring a jacket and water/snacks and you'll get to Koh phangan in one piece.
Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Jul 9, 2017
G M
Ride was smooth but hard to hear sound of movie....I suggest English subtitles so the unfortunate can read. Also, I do like to read and above reading lights were not working. I asked driver who said he would fix it...never did!? It's a long ride if you can't sleep!
Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, Jun 12, 2017
S R
Only food/drink stop in 18H was at a very expensive, dirty shop from which I'm sure the bus company gets commission. We had to wait for over 2 hours at night for the Ferry and arived 1,5 hour later than promised. The crew wasn't very nice too.. But the price was ok
Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, May 10, 2017
M H
Satisfied,,, keep up!!!!
Bus Economy, Paradive Travel, May 4, 2017
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