Khao Sok to Bangkok by bus, van, train, taxi from THB 650

Khao Sok to Bangkok Destination Reviews

Julia

It left late, the journey said two buses and in between them two we got someone telling us to get into their car (which we were not informed about and felt so dodgy). The staff on the bus station before the second bus were really rude and unhelpful, and kept pushing the departure time back.

Khao Sok to Bangkok, Van Van + VIP Bus, Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel (ทรัพย์ทวีผลทัวร์แอนด์ทราเวล), May 14, 2026

Sydney C

I booked the VIP service from Khao Sok to Bangkok. It was fairly pricy compared to flights (41€) but I wasn’t able to fly and wanted the possibility to recline my seat. The van picked me up 10min early and drove to Surat Thani. The bus arrived on time in northern Bangkok. It wasn’t the most modern bus but you got some snacks on board and I was able to get some sleep. Would recommend to wear long pants/ hoodie as it was fairly cold. Also the bathroom wasn’t clean but that is to be somewhat expected.

Khao Sok to Bangkok, Bus VIP Bus, Van2Travel Train, Apr 25, 2026

Richa S

Drive was smooth, but that lady(at bus departure place) was looting people for over luggage, no doubts it was mentioned in terms that in luggage policy, but it should be weight or size not both, no tourist will have only a cabin baggage for their trip. And there was no clear mention of who will pickup from where, we were just clueless about everything regarding the van drops, we were transfer from 2 locations in van(in between we waited like and hour on first drop without knowing who will pick us up) then reach to bus departure place, van and bus drive was nice but management was bit questionable. overall we reach on time so it was fine.

Khao Sok to Bangkok, Van Van + VIP Bus, Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel (ทรัพย์ทวีผลทัวร์แอนด์ทราเวล), Apr 20, 2026

Bernhardt R

It lacked some instructions to manage expectations. The bus was comfortable but the usb chargers did not work

Khao Sok to Bangkok, Bus Bus, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Apr 19, 2026

Maria

The bus was very cozy, good AC. But no food at all provided even though it said it was included in the price.

Khao Sok to Bangkok, Bus VIP Bus, Bangkok Travel Plus, Mar 2, 2026

Lisa T

You are looked after to an extent but treated a little like cattle. They tried to make us pay extra for a taxi at one point. The bus I was in was uncomfortable & my seat wouldn't recline but I guess I was unlucky there.

Khao Sok to Bangkok, Van Van + Bus, Future Travel and Service (Future Travel and Service), Feb 25, 2026

Sanne H

We booked the VIP bus and paid extra to have food, snacks, and Wi-Fi. The Wi-Fi wasn't working, and we didn't get any food.

Khao Sok to Bangkok, Bus VIP Bus, Bangkok Travel Plus, Jan 29, 2026

Gaelle T

Bus was really old, airco leaking on our head. Long wait both busses

Khao Sok to Bangkok, Bus VIP Bus, Bangkok Travel Plus, Jan 22, 2026

Piotr N

The bus was late, no water to drink, long time for connection bus in suratthani, no safe driver on minivan

Khao Sok to Bangkok, Bus Express 44, Jarinthon Tour, Dec 28, 2025

Jeanette

The transfer by van then to the train station went very well. The driver was on time and very polite.

Khao Sok to Bangkok, Bus Van + Train, A and T Travel, Dec 22, 2025

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Khao Sok to Bangkok Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Taxi	Glassflower	Luxury VIP Van 9pax	Any time	+10h 30m	¥64,144	5.0
Taxi	Glassflower	Comfort Car 3pax	Any time	+10h 30m	¥46,889
Bus	Krungsiam Tour	VIP 24	14:00	06:30	¥5,040
Bus	Krungsiam Tour	Express	14:00	06:30	¥3,641
Van	Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel	Van + VIP Bus	14:30	05:00	¥2,924	2.0
Bus	465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport	Bus	14:40	05:20	¥3,729
Bus	Bangkok Travel Plus	Express	14:50	06:00	¥2,681
Bus	Bangkok Travel Plus	VIP Bus	14:50	06:00	¥2,924	3.0
Van	Future Travel and Service	Van + Bus	15:00	06:00	¥2,681	4.0
Van	Future Travel and Service	Van + Bus	15:00	06:00	¥2,924	3.0
Bus	Montanatip	Express	15:30	05:00	¥3,310	2.0
Bus	Montanatip	VIP Bus	15:30	06:00	¥4,791
Bus	Nara Travel	Van + Local Bus	16:00	05:30	¥3,851	5.0
Van	Jarinthon Tour	Van + Bus 44	16:00	06:00	¥3,412	5.0
Bus	Jarinthon Tour	Express 44	16:30	06:00	¥3,412	5.0
Bus	Jarinthon Tour	VIP 32	16:30	06:00	¥5,118
Bus	Van2Travel Train	Standard	17:00	08:10	¥7,574
Train	Van2Travel Train	2nd Class Sleeper	17:00	07:30	¥6,600

How to get from Khao Sok to Bangkok

When you want to get from Khao Sok to Bangkok, 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 Taxi. 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 taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about JPY 84,079. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus+van as a bus+van ticket costs as low as JPY 3,168.

How much does it cost to get from Khao Sok to Bangkok?

The cost of the trip from Khao Sok to Bangkok varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Future Travel and Service: travelling by bus+van expect to pay as low as JPY 3,168 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 JPY 84,079.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Khao Sok to Bangkok:

Bus+Van price: JPY 3,168 - JPY 8,530. From Khao Sok to Bangkok starting from 08:00 Khao Sok Hotel Transfer until 17:00 Khao Sok Transfer
Bus tickets - JPY 3,217 to JPY 5,961;
Train tickets - JPY 4,094 to JPY 5,264;
Van price : JPY 4,679;
Bus+taxi price: JPY 4,972. From Khao Sok to Bangkok starting from 15:30 Khao Sok Transfer until 15:30 Khao Sok Transfer

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from JPY 51,608 to JPY 84,079.

How many trips per day are there between Khao Sok and Bangkok?

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

24 by Bus+Van from Khao Sok to Bangkok starting from 08:00 Khao Sok Hotel Transfer until 17:00 Khao Sok Transfer
Buses start plying the route from 07:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 18:00. There are 8 available bus trips every day.
Vans from Khao Sok to Bangkok depart during the day - there are approximately 4 departures a day.
Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 2 trains per day.
Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Khao Sok to Bangkok any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Khao Sok to Bangkok 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 Khao Sok to Bangkok. 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 JPY 51,608.

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.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Khao Sok to Bangkok. 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 Sok to Bangkok.

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 Sok to Bangkok

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Khao Sok to Bangkok? 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:

65% chosen Bus+Van
19% decided to go for a bus.
12% chosen Bus+taxi
2% users enjoyed a train ride.
1% Other

Transportation from Khao Sok to Bangkok

Facts about the transport from Khao Sok to Bangkok

Cheapest Transport	¥3,169
Fastest Transport	10h 30m
Earliest Departure	7:30 AM
Latest Departure	6:00 PM
Departures per day	47
Distance	525 kilometers
Transport Companies	465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport, A and T Travel, Bangkok Booking Center, Bangkok Travel Plus, Call Me Taxi, Future Travel and Service, Glassflower, Gosafe Transport, Jarinthon Tour, Kanokwan Travel, Krungsiam Tour, Montanatip, Nara Travel, Next Step Journey, Nor Phuangphet Transport, Oniam Transport, Transport Co, TravelBusAsia, Van2Travel

Popular Routes

Khao Sok to Bangkok