Bangkok to Surat Thani Train Station by train, van, bus, taxi from THB 266

Bangkok to Surat Thani Train Station Destination Reviews

Chihiro M

Very uncomfortable trip. Air-conditioning freezing cold. Train conductor totally unhelpful only yelled at us every time we asked anything.

Bangkok to Surat Thani Train Station, Train #83 1st Class Sleeper, Thai Railways (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Aug 22, 2026

Nadia T

Great experience!

Bangkok to Surat Thani Train Station, Train #83 2nd Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railways (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Aug 10, 2026

Lorena E

We were 4 travelers and the seats are quite far. A bad experience.

Bangkok to Surat Thani Train Station, Train #169 2nd Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Aug 9, 2026

Sivuyisiwe D

Clean and comfortable

Bangkok to Surat Thani Train Station, Train #173 Class 3 Fan, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Jul 31, 2026

Nirel C

Train in Thailand is always dirty, expect the worst. My seat for 10 hours is a little wobbly

Bangkok to Surat Thani Train Station, Train #43 2nd Class AC seats only, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Jul 29, 2026

Maarten M

The station is poor with food. Just one place were you can buy “not-Thai” food, and that hamburger food was also very bad

Bangkok to Surat Thani Train Station, Train #85 1st Class Sleeper, Thai Railways (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Jul 24, 2026

Luv K

Try to give option of lower or upper berth , and also ask railway to give phone charging facility on upper berth

Bangkok to Surat Thani Train Station, Train #169 2nd Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Jul 17, 2026

Sarah P

Love this sleeper train. Boarded on time at Bangkok arrived on time in Surat Thani. We were the 2nd class sleeper. Love the way the seats are carefully made into beds for your journey, and the additional mattress on top of the seat cushion. You also get a pillow and laundered blanket. Bottom bunks are super spacious and I had enough room for some luggage in there with me. Curtains give you privacy. Booked with Thai trains to ensure our family was all together, would probably try and book 4 lower bunks next time for the space. Train can be quite loud on the tracks but mostly just quite soothing. Would advise sleep masks (main lights stay on) and ear plugs for extra comfort. Would highly recommend if travelling up or down through Thailand, fantastic service.

Bangkok to Surat Thani Train Station, Train #83 2nd Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railways (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Jul 15, 2026

Catherine K

We travelled as a family of four people (2x adults and 2x teenagers (13yr and 16yrs) from Bangkok to Surat Thani. We ordered the tickets to be delivered to our hotel in Bangkok, and they were there waiting for us when we arrived from the UK. The station was super easy to navigate, the train was on time, clean, comfortable, and an exciting way to travel!

Bangkok to Surat Thani Train Station, Train #85 2nd Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railways (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Jul 14, 2026

Eva J

De trein reed precies optijd. Het was heel leuk in onze 4 persoons prive coupe, wel erg koud! De tickets waten zoals afgesproken met 12ho keurig in ons hotel bezorgd. Alles perfect

Bangkok to Surat Thani Train Station, Train #85 1st Class Sleeper, Thai Railways (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Jul 10, 2026

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Bangkok to Surat Thani Train Station Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Train	Thai Railway	2nd Class AC seats only	07:30	16:20	$15.81	4.3
Train	Thai Railway	2nd Class Sleeper AC	15:10	01:11	$21.84	4.4
Train	Thai Railway	Class 3 Fan	15:10	01:11	$6.52	4.4
Train	Thai Railway	2nd Class Sleeper AC	16:10	01:49	$24.25	4.4
Train	Thai Railway	Class 3 Fan	16:10	01:49	$8.93	4.4
Train	Thai Railway	2nd Class Sleeper AC	16:50	02:20	$30.29	4.4
Train	Thai Railways	2nd Class Sleeper AC	16:50	02:20	$30.29	4.4
Train	Thai Railway	2nd Class Sleeper AC	17:30	04:06	$21.84	4.4
Train	Thai Railway	Class 3 Fan	17:30	04:06	$6.52	4.4
Bus	Phuket Travel	VIP 24	17:50	02:40	$27.12
Bus	Phuket Travel	VIP 24	18:30	03:20	$27.12
Train	Thai Railway	2nd Class Sleeper AC	18:50	04:58	$24.25	4.4
Train	Thai Railways	2nd Class Sleeper AC	18:50	04:58	$24.25	4.4
Train	Thai Railway	2nd Class Sleeper AC	19:50	06:23	$24.25	4.4
Train	Thai Railways	2nd Class Sleeper AC	19:50	06:23	$24.25	4.4
Train	Thai Railway	2nd Class Sleeper AC	20:30	07:16	$21.84	4.4
Train	Thai Railways	2nd Class Sleeper AC	20:30	07:16	$21.84	4.4
Train	Thai Railway	2nd Class AC seats only	22:50	07:50	$15.81	4.3

How to get from Bangkok to Surat Thani Train Station

When you want to get from Bangkok to Surat Thani Train Station, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

Bus
Train
Van
Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Bus. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Train+van 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 375.68. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 8.02.

How much does it cost to get from Bangkok to Surat Thani Train Station?

The cost of the trip from Bangkok to Surat Thani Train Station varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย): travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 8.02 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 375.68.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Bangkok to Surat Thani Train Station:

Train tickets - USD 8.02 to USD 18.82;
Train+Van price: USD 15.69. From Bangkok to Surat Thani Train Station starting from 16:00 Mochit New Van Terminal until 16:00 Mochit New Van Terminal
Bus tickets - USD 21.18 to USD 52.94;
Bus+Van price: USD 21.42. From Bangkok to Surat Thani Train Station starting from 18:50 The Nine Travel Khaosan until 18:50 The Nine Travel Khaosan

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 375.70 to USD 375.70.

How many trips per day are there between Bangkok and Surat Thani Train Station?

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

Buses start plying the route from 17:15 - you can also take a bus as late as 19:30. There are 11 available bus trips every day.
Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 10 trains per day.
1 by Train+Van from Bangkok to Surat Thani Train Station starting from 16:00 Mochit New Van Terminal until 16:00 Mochit New Van Terminal
Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Bangkok to Surat Thani Train Station any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Bangkok to Surat Thani Train Station 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 Surat Thani Train Station. 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 375.70.

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

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Bangkok to Surat Thani Train Station

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Bangkok to Surat Thani Train Station? 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:

48% users enjoyed a train ride.
48% chosen Train+Van
4% decided to go for a bus.

Transportation from Bangkok to Surat Thani Train Station

Facts about the transport from Bangkok to Surat Thani Train Station

Cheapest Transport	$9
Fastest Transport	8h 20m
Earliest Departure	3:10 PM
Latest Departure	10:50 PM
Departures per day	23
Distance	417 kilometers
Transport Companies	Gosafe Transport, Jarinthon Tour, JKP Mochit, Montanatip, Nara Travel, Next Step Journey, Nopjira Trans, Sappaisal, Thai Railway, The Nine Travel

Popular Routes

Bangkok to Surat Thani Train Station