Facts about the transport from Koh Phangan to Ao Nang
Cheapest Transport
$18
Fastest Transport
4h 30m
Earliest Departure
5:00 AM
Latest Departure
10:00 PM
Departures per day
46
Distance
225 kilometers
Transport Companies
12Go Transport, BangkokTaxi24, Fame Tour, Koh Tao Booking Center, Lomprayah, Lomprayah, Phangan Tour 2000, Phantip 1970, Raja Ferry, Ramon Transport, Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel, Songserm, Van2Travel
Koh Phangan to Ao Nang Destination Reviews
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רמי ר
After we arrived with the ferry, we got on a van, after about an hour of driving we were changed to a bus that stopped at several stops and finally we were changed again to a van that took us to Ao Nang. 6 adults and children with their luggage move from vehicle to vehicle in the rain without first informing me that this is the route. We arrived Exhausted to the hotel from a difficult day.
A difficult and unpleasant experience at all.
Ferry Ferry, Raja Ferry (ราชา เฟอร์รี่), Aug 15, 2023
AO
Alba O
It is a long journey and the itinerary seems a bit messy, but everything is very well organized. The ferry (3h) is very good and at the Donsak station they tell you where you have to go or if you have to wait. In our case we only had to stop for 1 hour to take the first bus (which was already good for us to have a drink in the bar or go to the bathroom). The company Phantip sent us a WhatsApp the night before to confirm the whole trip.
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Es un trayecto largo y el itinerario parece un poco lío, pero está todo muy bien organizado. El ferry (3h) muy bien y en la estación de Donsak ya te indican donde tienes que ir o si tienes que esperar. En nuestro caso sólo tuvimos que parar 1 hora para coger el primer bus (que ya nos fue bien para tomar algo en el bar o ir al baño). La compañía Phantip nos envió un WhatsApp la noche de antes para confirmar todo el trayecto.
Ferry Express, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Jun 15, 2023
BT
Bernat T
The journey in general has not been bad.
But it should be noted that you have to change vehicles 4 times during the trip: first a ferry, then a mini bus, a van and finally a pick-up to get to Ao Nang.
On top of that, every time I changed transport I had to say where i was going again because there are the same transport for many destinations and the truth is that it's quite tired all the changes and all the stuff
Ferry Ferry, Raja Ferry (ราชา เฟอร์รี่), May 3, 2023
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Abigail R
The ferry was great and very comfortable and left in time, although after that our travels were bad. We were waiting around for 40 minutes before our first bus took off, and then we got dropped off downtown transportation hub where we had to wait 3 hours for our next van ride. There was no communication about the expectation we had to wait around this long , and then when the van arrived, it smelt terribly of moved refrigerated foods which our feet rested on, bags everywhere, I felt so stuffy, hot and irritable. We should not have been packed in that van for the length of time this journey was, over 2 hours
Ferry Ferry, Raja Ferry Port, Feb 9, 2023
TG
Tina G
Everything was in time.
Ferry Express, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Jan 29, 2023
MB
Marisol B
It would help a lot if the steps within the trip were thoroughly explained before departure. We had to wait for almost an hour in Donsak for the bus trip to begin. It was a 2 hour ride and the bus had no toilette.
Ferry Express, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Jan 27, 2023
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Alexandra N
On the bus from Donsak to Krabi, the AC was leaking on me and the driver only said sorry with a big smile. Otherwise, quite on time
Ferry Express, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Jan 15, 2023
ML
Marin L
You waited too much time at least 3 hours !
Ferry Express, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Jan 10, 2023
JS
Joana S
Ferry really nice and comfortable and the two vans were also nice. We didn't understand before that we're going to take two different cars to get from the ferry to Ao Nang but it went smoothly and as soon as we arrive to Surathani they explained us and told us the wait would be around 15min until the next van arrive. Then the second van made the rest of the way and got us until our hotel.
Ferry Ferry, Raja Ferry (ราชา เฟอร์รี่), Nov 15, 2022
BK
Bas K
Very dirty ferry, a lot of trash on the floor and the walls were dirty. We had to change vans three times. They didn’t tell us anything, we had no idea what’s going on.
Ferry Express, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), May 5, 2022
When you want to get from Koh Phangan to Ao Nang, 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 Bus+ferry. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus+taxi+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 257.91. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus+ferry+van as a bus+ferry+van ticket costs as low as USD 22.63.
How far is Koh Phangan from Ao Nang?
If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Koh Phangan to Ao Nang. Your trip will be a total of 140 miles (225 km). The flying distance is 140 miles (225 km).
How long does it take to get from Koh Phangan to Ao Nang?
The travel time from Koh Phangan to Ao Nang can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 5 to 13 hours.
How much does it cost to get from Koh Phangan to Ao Nang?
The cost of the trip from Koh Phangan to Ao Nang varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is 12Go Transport: travelling by bus+ferry+van expect to pay as low as USD 22.63 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 257.91.
Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Koh Phangan to Ao Nang:
Ferry+Bus price: USD 17.53 - USD 23.69. From Koh Phangan to Ao Nang starting from 07:00 Thong Sala Koh Phangan until 12:30 Thong Sala Koh Phangan
Bus+Ferry price: USD 20.61 - USD 32.72. From Koh Phangan to Ao Nang starting from 08:00 Koh Phangan Lomprayah Office until 11:00 Thong Sala Koh Phangan
Bus+Ferry+Van price: USD 22.63. From Koh Phangan to Ao Nang starting from 05:00 Phantip Travel Koh Phangan Branch Raja Ferry until 11:30 Phantip Travel Koh Phangan Branch Seatran Ferry
taxi+Ferry price: USD 22.90 - USD 29.44. From Koh Phangan to Ao Nang starting from 05:00 Thong Sala Koh Phangan until 22:00 Thong Sala Koh Phangan
Ferry+Van price: USD 23.56 - USD 49.07. From Koh Phangan to Ao Nang starting from 05:00 Thong Sala Koh Phangan until 22:00 Thong Sala Koh Phangan
Bus+taxi price: USD 27.81. From Koh Phangan to Ao Nang starting from 08:30 Thong Sala Koh Phangan until 08:30 Thong Sala Koh Phangan
Ferry tickets - USD 27.81 to USD 43.62.
Bus tickets - USD 32.72 to USD 32.72;
Bus+taxi+Ferry price: USD 86.67. From Koh Phangan to Ao Nang starting from 12:30 Phuket Bus Terminal 2 until 12:30 Phuket Bus Terminal 2
You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 179.93 to USD 257.91.
How many trips per day are there between Koh Phangan and Ao Nang?
Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.
21 by Ferry+Van from Koh Phangan to Ao Nang starting from 05:00 Thong Sala Koh Phangan until 22:00 Thong Sala Koh Phangan
9 by taxi+Ferry from Koh Phangan to Ao Nang starting from 05:00 Thong Sala Koh Phangan until 22:00 Thong Sala Koh Phangan
8 by Bus+Ferry+Van from Koh Phangan to Ao Nang starting from 05:00 Phantip Travel Koh Phangan Branch Raja Ferry until 11:30 Phantip Travel Koh Phangan Branch Seatran Ferry
Ferries leave from Koh Phangan for Ao Nang 3 times a day.
Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Koh Phangan to Ao Nang any time of the day.
Which means of transport is the best for the route?
Buses
Taking a bus from Koh Phangan 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 Koh Phangan 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 179.93.
Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.
Ferries
Travelling by ferry is one of the most scenic ways to get from Koh Phangan to Ao Nang as it combines transportation and sightseeing to some extent.
However, with these upsides in mind, you should still understand ferry travel is not for everyone. If you’re prone to seasickness it may be an unpleasant experience. As a rule, a ferry journey isn’t the cheapest way to travel During the high season ferry tickets might be hard to get, so you should always book in advance when possible.
Things to remember: ferry rides are dependent on weather conditions..
The most popular transport from Koh Phangan to Ao Nang
How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Koh Phangan to 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: