Surat Thani Town to Koh Lanta

Surat Thani Town to Koh Lanta

Surat Thani Town
Koh Lanta
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Surat Thani Town to Koh Lanta Destination Reviews

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Leila A
The drive from Surat Thani to Krabi was really nice. There was a 1 hour wait at Krabi bus station and then a bunch of us got stuffed into a small van, all the walkway was filled up with the luggage so it was a bit uncomfortable and the driver was going very fast but not too bad overall. Got here safely and on time
Surat Thani Town to Koh Lanta, Van Van + Ferry, Pattana Tour, Mar 15, 2026
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Anne C
On time. New well maintained minibuses.They are never as comfortable as a big bus but the air con worked & the seats were in good condition. The drivers were helpful and drove well. There is a half hour break and vehicle change at Krabi bus station where you can buy food and drinks. Pay 100 baht extra for a hotel drop off.
Surat Thani Town to Koh Lanta, Van Minivan + Ferry, 12Go Transport (12Go Transport), Nov 11, 2025
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Deborah
The first bus was good . Considerate driver and a nice bus . Then we were left at Krabi for an hour waiting for the second bus . This driver was dangerous and drove far too fast .
Surat Thani Town to Koh Lanta, Van Minivan + Ferry, 12Go Transport (12Go Transport), Feb 10, 2025
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Pauline A
Very well taken care of everywhere, at all changes. We were charged an extra 100 baht per person because we had rolling suitcases (normal, as specified in the conditions). On the other hand, they really stuff the cars! And for an extra 100 baths per person, they'll take you to your hotel (no grab, and more expensive cab there), so convenient!
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Surat Thani Town to Koh Lanta, Van Minivan, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Nov 20, 2023
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Timofei S
Before the transfer to Krabi, everything is fine. In Krabi, they began to ask everyone where they were on Lanta and take money for delivery to the hotel. This point is incomprehensible - the letter from 12GO somehow does not clearly mention delivery to certain points for free, but this is clearly not the case. The minivan from Krabi was packed with people and luggage so that some had to keep their legs at chest level. And at the same time, the driver stopped and tried to find more passengers. It was good that the minivan drove with the passengers on the ferry and so we quickly found ourselves on the island.
Surat Thani Town to Koh Lanta, Van Minivan, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Mar 14, 2023
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Jonathan A
Travelled as a family of 4 (two kids, 10 & 13). Phantip staff in Surat Thani were great. Really helpful and clear. Our bus came on time (10:30) and we were told our trip would be 2 parts, changing buses at Krabi. The first leg (ST to Krabi) was great. Smooth, comfortable, uneventful. However at Krabi town bus terminal there was a ticket tout who targeted us (a family of 4) and swindled 180 baht out of us for 'getting bus to Koh Lanta to drop us at our hotel). In reality, this was a totally unrelated charge, and the staff at the bus terminal watched the whole thing and didn't intervene or say otherwise. At the time we assumed it was part of the 'service' and all connected, but since realised it was just a scam. Disappointing. The second leg (Krabi to Koh Lanta) felt much longer, but again uneventful. All good, would recommend overall.
Surat Thani Town to Koh Lanta, Van Minivan, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Feb 22, 2023
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Hans N
The van from Surat Thani was full and very uncomfortable. On the way the driver stopped for 10 minutes to get some food but nobody else could left the car - strange
Surat Thani Town to Koh Lanta, Van Minivan, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Jan 26, 2023
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Surat Thani Town to Koh Lanta Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Van
Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel
Van + Van
06:00
10:00
$13.17
Van
Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel
Van + Van
06:00
10:00
$16.85
Van
Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel
Van + Van
06:00
10:00
$13.78
Van
Future Travel and Service
Van + Ferry
06:30
12:00
$13.54
Van
Ramon Transport
Van + Ferry
06:30
13:00
$18.38
Van
Phantip 1970
Minivan
09:00
14:00
$16.85
  3.6
Van
12Go Transport
Minivan + Ferry
09:00
14:00
$18.38
  4.0
Van
Phantip 1970
Minivan
10:30
15:30
$16.85
  3.6
Van
12Go Transport
Minivan + Ferry
10:30
15:30
$18.38
  4.0
Van
Phantip 1970
Minivan
12:00
17:00
$16.85
  3.6
Van
12Go Transport
Minivan + Ferry
12:00
17:00
$18.38
  4.0

How to get from Surat Thani Town to Koh Lanta

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

  • Ferry
  • Van
  • Taxi

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

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Van ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 27.57. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a ferry+van as a ferry+van ticket costs as low as USD 14.70.

How far is Surat Thani Town from Koh Lanta?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Surat Thani Town to Koh Lanta. Your trip will be a total of 125 miles (200 km). The flying distance is 125 miles (200 km).

How long does it take to get from Surat Thani Town to Koh Lanta?

The travel time from Surat Thani Town to Koh Lanta can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 4 to 8 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Surat Thani Town to Koh Lanta?

The cost of the trip from Surat Thani Town to Koh Lanta varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Pattana Tour: travelling by ferry+van expect to pay as low as USD 14.70 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Van - a one-way Van ticket can cost as much as USD 27.57.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Surat Thani Town to Koh Lanta:

  • Ferry+Van price: USD 14.70 - USD 27.51. From Surat Thani Town to Koh Lanta starting from 05:00 Surat Thani Night Ferry Pier until 13:30 Surat Thani Phangan Tour 2000 Office
  • taxi+Van price: USD 19.30. From Surat Thani Town to Koh Lanta starting from 08:00 Surat Thani Town Transfer until 11:00 Surat Thani Town Transfer
  • Van price : USD 19.91 - USD 27.57;

How many trips per day are there between Surat Thani Town and Koh Lanta?

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

  • 13 by Ferry+Van from Surat Thani Town to Koh Lanta starting from 05:00 Surat Thani Night Ferry Pier until 13:30 Surat Thani Phangan Tour 2000 Office
  • Vans from Surat Thani Town to Koh Lanta depart during the day - there are approximately 5 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Surat Thani Town to Koh Lanta. 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 Surat Thani Town to Koh Lanta.

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 Surat Thani Town to Koh Lanta

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Surat Thani Town to Koh Lanta? 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% opted for a van.
  • 35% chosen taxi+Van
  • 25% chosen Ferry+Van

Transportation from Surat Thani Town to Koh Lanta

Facts about the transport from Surat Thani Town to Koh Lanta

Cheapest Transport$15
Fastest Transport4h
Earliest Departure5:00 AM
Latest Departure1:30 PM
Departures per day18
Distance200 kilometers
Transport CompaniesFuture Travel and Service, Pattana Tour, Phangan Tour 2000, Phantip 1970, Ramon Transport, Ruea Chor Maetapee, Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel, Udomrat Tour