Bangkok to Krabi Ao Nang by bus, ferry, van, flight, taxi from THB 1,473

Bangkok to Krabi Ao Nang Destination Reviews

Robert

Driver got pulled over by the police for ages on the second minivan guy and told nothing then didn’t take us to destination and tried charging us extra to get taken to our hotel

Bangkok to Krabi Ao Nang, Bus Express, Montanatip (Montanatip), May 7, 2026

Thomas A

Booked two tickets to Ao Nang but what they don't tell you is that there is a minibus connection in Surat Thani where they charge you again to get to your actual destination hotel. 200 baht each and if you lose your paper ticket some people get charged double. Poor communication and a bit of a scam.

Bangkok to Krabi Ao Nang, Bus Bus Express, Bangkok Booking Center, Apr 26, 2026

Aubane B

I have medical problème so i asked if they are toilet but no toilet on the second bus. Not vip bus, inconfortable bus But cheap

Bangkok to Krabi Ao Nang, Bus VIP Bus, Bangkok Travel Plus, Apr 18, 2026

Juliana V

I took the bus from Bangkok to Ao Nang. I sat at the upper deck and the bus was fine. No water on the toilet and the driver was really speeding up for the entire time, but this is the norm here. Just be prepared to wait for around 2h30 at the drop off point in Surat Thani to get the second bus. Contrary to some reviews here I found everything well organized, you just need to pay attention to instructions. Second bus was not so good but it was just for a few hours. To sum it up: show up really early, pay attention to instructions and you will be fine.

Bangkok to Krabi Ao Nang, Bus Express, Montanatip (Montanatip), Apr 13, 2026

Swagata

It was a great and contorted travel. Everything was smooth and we almost reach on the mentioned.

Bangkok to Krabi Ao Nang, Bus VIP, TravelBusAsia, Mar 19, 2026

Nadir R

Train + Van from Bangkok to Surat to Krabi Overall, I did not have a great experience in the first half, which consists of 85% of the trip. Most of the blame, falls on me because I have thought that they would book me a place in the 2nd class sleeper part of the train - mind you when I checked with the family that travelled with the same agency, they had been out in said carriage so I was rightfully pissed. Which they did not, in fact, they placed me in the 3rd class and I had to sit for 10 hrs straight were it not for the places next to me being empty. I tried to upgrade while on the train but it was considered full. For those who need to charge their phone, there are no sockets or USB entries. So be sure your phone is charged. It was an experience for sure. The second part of trip Surat to Krabi was not bad. The Agency is very communicative and very clear which is a saving grace.

Bangkok to Krabi Ao Nang, Bus Van + Train, A and T Travel, Mar 10, 2026

Benjamin S

Very old bus, extreme smell of urine during most of the 15 hour trip

Bangkok to Krabi Ao Nang, Bus VIP Bus, Bangkok Travel Plus, Feb 27, 2026

Marion N

The beginning of the journey went well. After changing vehicles for my final destination, the driver asked me for money to take me to my hotel, even though it was supposed to be included in the fare, especially since we had already passed my hotel during the trip. I refused. He dropped us off in the city center.

Bangkok to Krabi Ao Nang, Bus Express, Bangkok Travel Plus, Feb 20, 2026

Simon T

Misleading on purpose instead of just saying it Like the other companies these pretend that its only by Bus

Bangkok to Krabi Ao Nang, Bus VIP Bus, Montanatip (Montanatip), Jan 29, 2026

Alexandru D

Was a mix experience I didn't feel Thai welcoming vibe. Plus the bus was different then the one in pics looked less comfortable and old. Overall was a good experience I took us safe and I'm grateful for that

Bangkok to Krabi Ao Nang, Bus Express 44, Jarinthon Tour, Jan 29, 2026

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How to get from Bangkok to Krabi Ao Nang

When you want to get from Bangkok to Krabi Ao Nang, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

Flight
Bus
Ferry
Van
Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus+ferry ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 515.46. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a flight as a flight ticket costs as low as USD 45.10.

How much does it cost to get from Bangkok to Krabi Ao Nang?

The cost of the trip from Bangkok to Krabi Ao Nang varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Thai Vietjet (ไทยเวียดเจ็ทแอร์): travelling by flight expect to pay as low as USD 45.10 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 515.46.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Bangkok to Krabi Ao Nang:

Bus tickets - USD 31.33 to USD 31.33;
Bus+Van price: USD 31.33. From Bangkok to Ao Nang starting from 19:00 Khao San Montanatip until 19:00 Khao San Montanatip
Bus+Ferry price: USD 33.66. From Bangkok to Ao Nang starting from 18:00 Railay Beach until 19:00 Railay Beach
Plane tickets - USD 45.11 to USD 91.97;
taxi+Van price: USD 77.76 - USD 117.21. From Bangkok to Ao Nang starting from 04:00 Krabi Town Transfer until 05:00 Krabi Town Transfer
Van price : USD 77.76;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 299.84 to USD 515.46.

How many trips per day are there between Bangkok and Krabi Ao Nang?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

Flights from Bangkok to Ao Nang depart during the day - there are approximately 15 departures a day.
Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Bangkok to Ao Nang any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Bangkok to Ao Nang. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 45.11.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Bangkok to Ao Nang

Bangkok Airways (บางกอกแอร์เวย์ส), Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย), Thai Airways, Thai Lion Air (ไทยไลอ้อนแอร์), Thai Smile (ไทยสมายล์), Thai Vietjet (ไทยเวียดเจ็ทแอร์)

Buses

Taking a bus from Bangkok to Ao Nang is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Bangkok to Ao Nang. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 299.84.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Bangkok to Ao Nang. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Bangkok to Ao Nang.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Bangkok to Krabi Ao Nang

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Bangkok to Krabi Ao Nang? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

25% users took a plane.
25% decided to catch a taxi.
24% decided to go for a bus.
24% chosen Bus+Ferry
1% Other

Transportation from Bangkok to Krabi Ao Nang

Facts about the transport from Bangkok to Krabi Ao Nang

Cheapest Transport	$32
Fastest Transport	1h 20m
Earliest Departure	4:00 AM
Latest Departure	7:15 PM
Departures per day	37
Distance	795 kilometers
Transport Companies	Bangkok Airways, BangkokTaxi24, Firstplan Transport Services, Glassflower, King Travel, Montanatip, Songserm, Thai AirAsia, Thai Airways, Thai Lion Air, Thai Vietjet

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Bangkok to Krabi Ao Nang