Khao Lak to Koh Tao

Khao Lak to Koh Tao

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Khao Lak to Koh Tao Destination Reviews

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Dean R
Diver was on time. Drove very safely, which is nice as I’ve had some journeys (not from 12Go) that I’ve not felt safe with. Catamaran ferry was a good journey, only downside was we got to the boat terminal at midday and the boat didn’t leave until 3pm m, so had to wait around for 3 hours.
Khao Lak to Koh Tao, Van Van + Speedboat, Call Me Taxi (คอลมีแท๊กซี่), Jan 21, 2026
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Harshal M
The journey was good - on time - not too crowded! The bus could have been better!
Khao Lak to Koh Tao, Bus Bus + Van + Sleeper Boat, 465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport (465 Surat Thani-Phuket Transport ), Apr 26, 2024
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Salome C
The bus was late at Khao Lak bus station, but I had enough time to have the van & boat for Koh Tao. The bus was full and some poeple had to seat in the floor.
Khao Lak to Koh Tao, Ferry Bus + Van + Speedboat, 465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport (465 Surat Thani-Phuket Transport ), Apr 20, 2024
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Christoph R
The transport Was too early
Khao Lak to Koh Tao, Ferry Van + Speedboat, Call Me Taxi (คอลมีแท๊กซี่), Apr 16, 2023
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Khao Lak to Koh Tao Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Van
Call Me Taxi
Van + Speedboat
08:00
17:45
$53.78
  4.2
Van
Call Me Taxi
Van + Speedboat
08:00
17:45
$50.71
Ferry
465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport
Bus + Van + Speedboat
08:20
18:00
$49.78
  5.0
Ferry
465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport
Bus + Van + Speedboat
09:30
17:30
$49.78
  5.0
Bus
465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport
Bus + Speedboat
09:30
17:30
$49.78
Bus
TransBaanTon
Bus + Ferry
09:50
05:30
$33.80
Van
Call Me Taxi
Van + Sleeper Boat
11:00
06:00
$46.10
Bus
465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport
Bus + Van + Sleeper Boat
13:00
05:00
$31.35
  5.0
Bus
465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport
Bus + Van + Sleeper Boat
13:00
05:50
$32.88
Bus
TransBaanTon
Bus + Ferry
13:50
05:30
$39.34
Bus
465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport
Bus + Van + Sleeper Boat
15:40
05:00
$31.35
  5.0
Bus
465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport
Bus + Van + Sleeper Boat
15:40
06:00
$32.88

How to get from Khao Lak to Koh Tao

When you want to get from Khao Lak to Koh Tao, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Bus
  • Ferry
  • Van
  • Taxi

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

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 51.54. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus+ferry as a bus+ferry ticket costs as low as USD 45.48.

How far is Khao Lak from Koh Tao?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Khao Lak to Koh Tao. Your trip will be a total of 257 miles (413 km). The flying distance is 257 miles (413 km).

How long does it take to get from Khao Lak to Koh Tao?

The travel time from Khao Lak to Koh Tao can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 9 to 20 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Khao Lak to Koh Tao?

The cost of the trip from Khao Lak to Koh Tao varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is TransBaanTon: travelling by bus+ferry expect to pay as low as USD 45.48 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 51.54.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Khao Lak to Koh Tao:

  • Bus+Ferry price: USD 45.48. From Khao Lak to Koh Tao starting from 13:50 Khao Lak Opposite Mcdonalds until 13:50 Khao Lak Opposite Mcdonalds
  • Bus+Ferry+Van price: USD 46.10. From Khao Lak to Koh Tao starting from 13:00 Khao Lak Nang Thong Center until 15:40 Khao Lak Nang Thong Center
  • Ferry+Van price: USD 49.17. From Khao Lak to Koh Tao starting from 08:00 Khao Lak Transfer until 11:00 Khao Lak Transfer
  • Bus tickets - USD 51.54 to USD 51.54;
  • Van price : USD 55.32;
  • taxi+Ferry price: USD 58.39. From Khao Lak to Koh Tao starting from 08:00 Khao Lak Transfer until 08:00 Khao Lak Transfer
  • Bus+taxi+Ferry price: USD 67.61. From Khao Lak to Koh Tao starting from 08:00 Khao Lak until 08:00 Khao Lak
  • taxi+Ferry+Van price: USD 98.34 - USD 132.14. From Khao Lak to Koh Tao starting from 00:00 Khao Lak Transfer until 00:00 Khao Lak Transfer

How many trips per day are there between Khao Lak and Koh Tao?

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

  • 2 by Bus+Ferry+Van from Khao Lak to Koh Tao starting from 13:00 Khao Lak Nang Thong Center until 15:40 Khao Lak Nang Thong Center
  • Buses start plying the route from 09:50 - you can also take a bus as late as 09:50. There are 1 available bus trips every day.
  • 1 by Bus+Ferry from Khao Lak to Koh Tao starting from 13:50 Khao Lak Opposite Mcdonalds until 13:50 Khao Lak Opposite Mcdonalds

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Khao Lak to Koh Tao 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.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Khao Lak to Koh Tao. 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 Khao Lak to Koh Tao.

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 Khao Lak to Koh Tao

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Khao Lak to Koh Tao? 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:

  • 21% chosen Ferry+Van
  • 20% chosen Bus+taxi+Ferry
  • 20% chosen taxi+Ferry
  • 20% opted for a van.
  • 17% chosen Bus+Ferry+Van
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Khao Lak to Koh Tao

Facts about the transport from Khao Lak to Koh Tao

Cheapest Transport$46
Fastest Transport8h 15m
Earliest Departure12:00 ص
Latest Departure3:40 م
Departures per day4
Distance413 kilometers
Transport Companies465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport, BangkokTaxi24, Call Me Taxi, Rungkit Tour, TransBaanTon