Surat Thani to Songkhla by bus, van, train, flight, taxi from THB 520

Surat Thani to Songkhla Destination Reviews

Harry M

Ok until we hat yai when we were told to transfer to a uncomfortable mini bus, which was not on the schedule when we booked the trip

Surat Thani to Songkhla, Bus Bus + Van, P Plus Express (P Plus Express), Mar 31, 2025

4.5

2 customer reviews

50%

Surat Thani to Songkhla Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Taxi	Kanokwan Travel	SUV 4pax	Any time	+6h 30m	$190.44
Taxi	Kanokwan Travel	Economy 3pax	Any time	+6h 30m	$174.57
Train	Thai Railway	2nd Class Fan seats only	00:22	06:59	$8.54
Train	Thai Railway	Class 3 Fan	00:22	06:59	$5.68
Train	Thai Railway	Class 3 Fan	00:40	06:59	$5.59
Train	Thai Railway	Class 3 Fan	01:47	06:59	$3.33
Train	Thai Railway	2nd Class Sleeper AC	03:33	09:56	$19.42
Train	Thai Railway	Class 3 Fan	03:33	09:56	$5.59
Bus	P Plus Express	Bus + Van	07:30	14:00	$15.55	4.0
Bus	P Plus Express	Bus + Van	07:30	14:00	$12.38
Bus	P Plus Express	Bus + Van	09:00	16:00	$15.55	4.0
Bus	P Plus Express	Bus + Van	09:00	16:00	$12.38

How to get from Surat Thani to Songkhla

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

Flight
Bus
Train
Van
Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Taxi 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 350.41. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus+van as a bus+van ticket costs as low as USD 16.50.

How much does it cost to get from Surat Thani to Songkhla?

The cost of the trip from Surat Thani to Songkhla varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is P Plus Express: travelling by bus+van expect to pay as low as USD 16.50 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 350.41.

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

Train tickets - USD 4.79 to USD 18.95;
Bus tickets - USD 14.85 to USD 14.85;
Bus+Van price: USD 16.50. From Surat Thani to Songkhla starting from 07:30 P Plus Express Surat Thani until 09:00 P Plus Express Surat Thani
flight price: USD 168.54 - USD 198.09. From Surat Thani to Songkhla starting from 09:00 Surat Thani Airport until 17:30 Surat Thani Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 200.76 to USD 350.41.

How many trips per day are there between Surat Thani and Songkhla?

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

2 by Bus+Van from Surat Thani to Songkhla starting from 07:30 P Plus Express Surat Thani until 09:00 P Plus Express Surat Thani
Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Surat Thani to Songkhla any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Surat Thani to Songkhla 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 Surat Thani to Songkhla. 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 200.76.

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..

The most popular transport from Surat Thani to Songkhla

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Surat Thani to Songkhla? 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:

34% decided to go for a bus.
33% chosen Bus+Van
33% decided to catch a taxi.

Transportation from Surat Thani to Songkhla

Facts about the transport from Surat Thani to Songkhla

Cheapest Transport	$5
Fastest Transport	4h 5m
Earliest Departure	4:09 凌晨
Latest Departure	5:30 下午
Departures per day	8
Distance	400 kilometers
Transport Companies	Gosafe Transport, Kanokwan Travel, P Plus Express, Smart En Plus, Thai AirAsia, Thai Railway

Popular Routes

Surat Thani to Songkhla