Nakhon Si Thammarat to Surat Thani by bus, van, ferry, train, taxi from THB 340

Nakhon Si Thammarat to Surat Thani Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price
Taxi	12Go Transport Transfer	Van 9pax	Any time	+1h 30m	$48.42
Train	Thai Railway	2nd Class Sleeper AC	15:49	19:26	$14.13
Train	Thai Railway	2nd Class Fan seats only	16:11	19:26	$3.99
Train	Thai Railway	1st Class Sleeper AC	16:27	20:05	$28.87
Train	Thai Railway	Class 3 Fan	16:45	19:26	$1.85
Train	Thai Railway	Class 3 Fan	17:07	17:25	$0.73
Train	Thai Railway	Class 3 Fan	17:33	20:05	$5.45
Train	Thai Railway	2nd Class Sleeper AC	17:55	20:05	$17.52
Train	Thai Railway	1st Class Sleeper AC	18:28	20:57	$27.96
Train	Thai Railway	2nd Class Fan seats only	18:57	20:57	$6.39
Train	Thai Railway	Class 3 Fan	20:27	00:01	$2.75
Train	Thai Railway	Class 3 Fan	20:53	00:01	$2.63
Train	Thai Railway	2nd Class Sleeper AC	21:30	00:01	$13.74
Train	Thai Railway	Class 3 Fan	21:46	00:01	$1.82
Train	Thai Railway	Class 3 Fan	22:07	00:01	$1.69

How to get from Nakhon Si Thammarat to Surat Thani

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

Bus
Ferry
Train
Van
Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Train. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus+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 133.98. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a van as a van ticket costs as low as USD 10.29.

How much does it cost to get from Nakhon Si Thammarat to Surat Thani?

The cost of the trip from Nakhon Si Thammarat to Surat Thani varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Nichatal Co: travelling by van expect to pay as low as USD 10.29 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 133.98.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Nakhon Si Thammarat to Surat Thani:

Train tickets - USD 2.81 to USD 7.32;
Van price : USD 10.29;
Bus+Ferry price: USD 11.14. From Nakhon Si Thammarat to Surat Thani starting from 07:30 Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport until 07:30 Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport
Ferry+Van price: USD 17.79. From Nakhon Si Thammarat to Surat Thani starting from 07:30 Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport until 15:00 Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport
Bus tickets - USD 23.24 to USD 23.24;
Bus+Van price: USD 23.60. From Nakhon Si Thammarat to Surat Thani starting from 07:30 Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport until 09:00 Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport
Ferry tickets - USD 25.75 to USD 25.75.
taxi+Van price: USD 35.22. From Nakhon Si Thammarat to Surat Thani starting from 07:30 Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport until 13:00 Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 57.44 to USD 134.00.

How many trips per day are there between Nakhon Si Thammarat and Surat Thani?

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

Vans from Nakhon Si Thammarat to Surat Thani depart during the day - there are approximately 6 departures a day.
4 by Bus+Ferry from Nakhon Si Thammarat to Surat Thani starting from 07:30 Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport until 07:30 Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport
Buses start plying the route from 12:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 12:00. There are 2 available bus trips every day.
Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Nakhon Si Thammarat to Surat Thani any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Nakhon Si Thammarat to Surat Thani 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 Nakhon Si Thammarat to Surat Thani. 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 57.44.

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 Nakhon Si Thammarat to Surat Thani 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.

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 Nakhon Si Thammarat to Surat Thani. 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 Nakhon Si Thammarat to Surat Thani.

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 Nakhon Si Thammarat to Surat Thani

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Nakhon Si Thammarat to Surat Thani? 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:

40% chosen Bus+Ferry
40% chosen Bus+Van
12% decided to go for a bus.
4% decided to catch a taxi.
3% users enjoyed a train ride.
1% Other

Transportation from Nakhon Si Thammarat to Surat Thani

Facts about the transport from Nakhon Si Thammarat to Surat Thani

Cheapest Transport	$3
Fastest Transport	1h 4m
Earliest Departure	7:30 早上
Latest Departure	4:52 下午
Departures per day	30
Distance	54 kilometers
Transport Companies	12Go Transport Transfer, BangkokTaxi24, Kanokwan Travel, Kim Transfers Thailand, Lomprayah, Nakhonborrikarn, Nichatal Co, Raja Ferry, Ramon Transport Private, Seatran Ferry, Thai Railway

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Nakhon Si Thammarat to Surat Thani