Koh Phangan to Surat Thani Train Station by ferry, bus, van, taxi from THB 420

Koh Phangan to Surat Thani Train Station Destination Reviews

Julien F

7pm boat was 2h30 late but transfer from Donsak to Surat Thani train station was assured Boat was replaced with an older one Hopefully we didn't have a train to catch this night but it was a really late arrival

Koh Phangan to Surat Thani Train Station, Bus Express, Raja Ferry (ราชา เฟอร์รี่), Jan 21, 2026

Hannah C

It went fast to the airport

Koh Phangan to Surat Thani Train Station, Ferry Express, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Oct 2, 2025

Andreas

The bus did not go direct to the train station. It should arrive at 16:00 at the train station but it arrived at Surat Thani center and needed another 45 minutes bus to the train station. So stuck 2 times unnecessarily in traffic jam.

Koh Phangan to Surat Thani Train Station, Ferry Express, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Sep 20, 2025

Anne C

There was some confusion when I arrived at the Donsak ferry terminal. Phantip weren't really expecting me - I was the only person booked to travel to the train station. After a few panicked glances they arranged a work around and I arrived at the train station 30 minutes later than scheduled. It all worked, and the staff were excellent, but not quite as smooth as it could have been,

Koh Phangan to Surat Thani Train Station, Ferry Express, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Sep 12, 2025

Victor M

Very efficient, everything on time…

Koh Phangan to Surat Thani Train Station, Ferry Express, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Aug 23, 2025

Maxime E

The experience was perfect except that the driver did spoken just before entering the bus. We were sitting just behind him. Thanks to the airco 20’ later it was fine.

Koh Phangan to Surat Thani Train Station, Bus Express, Raja Ferry (ราชา เฟอร์รี่), Aug 19, 2025

Rachael M

The locals took all the seats in the aircon room to lay down and sleep, another local got angry at them but there was no staff to help her. This meant my kids had to be in the heat, not ideal

Koh Phangan to Surat Thani Train Station, Bus Express, Raja Ferry (ราชา เฟอร์รี่), Jul 20, 2025

Fabrizio O

I have been given a voucher for the meal, but where this was supposed to be used? In the ferry? On the bus? In-between? Guys, as an advice, you only need to speak at least a basic english, nothing else. Everyone says that is difficult to communicate and informations aren't clear.

Koh Phangan to Surat Thani Train Station, Ferry Express, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Jun 27, 2025

Tarje T

The Ferry is old, thats ok. But there was alot of loose plastic on the top deck blowing into the ocean.

Koh Phangan to Surat Thani Train Station, Bus Express, Raja Ferry (ราชา เฟอร์รี่), Mar 4, 2025

Ana L

You will have to exchange your ticket online 30min before departure at the company's counter. Once you get off the ferry go to the end where all the buses are and ask for the PHANTIP bus. The same bus goes to Surat Thani station and the airport.

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Koh Phangan to Surat Thani Train Station, Ferry Express, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Jun 26, 2023

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Koh Phangan to Surat Thani Train Station Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Bus	Raja Ferry	Express	05:00	09:45	¥2,052	4.2
Bus	12Go Transport	Bus + Ferry	05:00	10:30	¥2,202
Ferry	Phantip 1970	Express	05:30	10:30	¥1,841	4.5
Bus	12Go Transport	Bus + Ferry	05:30	10:30	¥2,202	4.0
Bus	Raja Ferry	Express	08:00	12:45	¥2,052	4.2
Bus	12Go Transport	Bus + Ferry	08:00	12:30	¥2,202
Ferry	Phantip 1970	Express	08:30	13:30	¥1,841	4.5
Bus	12Go Transport	Bus + Ferry	08:30	13:30	¥2,202	4.0
Bus	Raja Ferry	Express	11:00	15:45	¥2,052	4.2
Bus	12Go Transport	Bus + Ferry	11:00	15:30	¥2,202
Ferry	Phantip 1970	Express	11:30	16:00	¥1,841	4.5
Bus	12Go Transport	Bus + Ferry	11:30	16:00	¥2,202	4.0
Bus	Raja Ferry	Express	14:00	18:45	¥2,052	4.2
Bus	Raja Ferry	Express	14:00	18:45	¥1,862	4.9
Bus	Raja Ferry	Express	17:30	21:45	¥2,052	4.2
Bus	Raja Ferry	Express	17:30	21:45	¥1,862	4.9

How to get from Koh Phangan to Surat Thani Train Station

When you want to get from Koh Phangan to Surat Thani Train Station, 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 Ferry. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Ferry+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 JPY 34,527. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus+ferry as a bus+ferry ticket costs as low as JPY 2,102.

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

The cost of the trip from Koh Phangan to Surat Thani Train Station varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Raja Ferry (ราชา เฟอร์รี่): travelling by bus+ferry expect to pay as low as JPY 2,102 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 34,527.

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

Ferry+Bus price: JPY 1,781 - JPY 2,667. From Koh Phangan to Surat Thani Train Station starting from 07:00 Thong Sala Koh Phangan until 12:30 Thong Sala Koh Phangan
Bus+Ferry price: JPY 2,102 - JPY 2,797. From Koh Phangan to Surat Thani Train Station starting from 05:00 Thong Sala Koh Phangan until 17:30 Thong Sala Koh Phangan
Ferry+Van price: JPY 2,152 - JPY 4,504. From Koh Phangan to Surat Thani Train Station starting from 05:30 Thong Sala Koh Phangan until 22:00 Thong Sala Koh Phangan
Bus tickets - JPY 2,377 to JPY 2,692;
Ferry tickets - JPY 3,002 to JPY 4,258.

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from JPY 34,527 to JPY 34,527.

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

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

39 by Bus+Ferry from Koh Phangan to Surat Thani Train Station starting from 05:00 Thong Sala Koh Phangan until 17:30 Thong Sala Koh Phangan
13 by Ferry+Van from Koh Phangan to Surat Thani Train Station starting from 05:30 Thong Sala Koh Phangan until 22:00 Thong Sala Koh Phangan
Buses start plying the route from 05:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 17:30. There are 8 available bus trips every day.
Ferries leave from Koh Phangan for Surat Thani Train Station 4 times a day.
Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Koh Phangan 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 Koh Phangan 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 Koh Phangan 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 JPY 34,527.

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 Surat Thani Train Station 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 Surat Thani Train Station

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Koh Phangan 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:

77% chosen Bus+Ferry
18% chosen Ferry+Van
3% users voted for a ferry ticket.
1% Other

Transportation from Koh Phangan to Surat Thani Train Station

Facts about the transport from Koh Phangan to Surat Thani Train Station

Cheapest Transport	¥1,782
Fastest Transport	3h 15m
Earliest Departure	5:00 AM
Latest Departure	10:00 PM
Departures per day	65
Distance	163 kilometers
Transport Companies	12Go Transport, Fame Tour, Koh Tao Booking Center, Lomprayah, Phangan Tour 2000, Phantip 1970, Raja Ferry, Samui Tour, Seatran Ferry, Songserm, Udomrat Tour, Van2Travel

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Koh Phangan to Surat Thani Train Station