Facts about the van from Khao Lak to Koh Lanta
| Cheapest Van | $28 |
| Fastest Van | 5h 30m |
| Earliest Van | 8:00 AM |
| Latest Van | 10:30 AM |
| Daily Van Routes | 4 |
| Distance | 175 kilometers |
| Van Companies | Black Tiger Tour, Call Me Taxi, Jijie Tour and Travel |
Vans from Khao Lak to Koh Lanta
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Khao Lak to Koh Lanta Destination Reviews
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Nele KI booked this transfer because it clearly stated that hotel drop-off was included, which was a key reason I chose this service. Unfortunately, the experience did not match what was promised at all.
Midway through the journey, we were unexpectedly told to switch cars at a random shop. There was no prior explanation or communication about this. A woman who spoke limited English informed us that they would no longer be taking us to our hotel, but instead would drop us off somewhere else. When I asked where exactly we would be dropped off so I could arrange alternative transport, my question was ignored.
The drivers throughout the journey were also unfriendly —they didn’t even greet us or make any effort to communicate.
In the end, we were dropped off in the middle of a road and had to pay for another driver ourselves to get to our hotel. This was never mentioned in the booking confirmation and felt very misleading.
Overall, this was a very disappointing and stressful experience. I would not recommend this service to others.
Khao Lak to Koh Lanta, Van Van, Black Tiger Tour, Mar 26, 2026
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Christoph PThe boat arrived at 1600 instead of 15:30 pm as stated on the reservation. so our Transport needed to Shift on koh lanta.
Khao Lak to Koh Lanta, Van Van + Speedboat, Call Me Taxi (คอลมีแท๊กซี่), Mar 9, 2026
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Philipp HVery long trip.
Khao Lak to Koh Lanta, Van Van + Van, Call Me Taxi (คอลมีแท๊กซี่), Feb 19, 2026
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Eugenio PGood driver and punctual
Khao Lak to Koh Lanta, Van Van, Black Tiger Tour, Jan 21, 2026
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Anja MIt was a long ride and I was happy about the comfortable van which was not too packed with people.
Good driver!
Khao Lak to Koh Lanta, Van Van, Black Tiger Tour, Dec 26, 2025
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Alissa SEverything was fine. We left 15 min early (which was mentioned in the description to arrive 30 min before arrival) and we were on time on the island. Of course it took 30 months longer until my hotel. English communication with driver was a bit difficult but I felt comfortable and safe.
Khao Lak to Koh Lanta, Van Van, Black Tiger Tour, Dec 16, 2025
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Kimberly SThis trip was just fine and arrived at the puck up & destination at the listed time. The only thing I didn’t realize is it was two vans. One that ends in krabi and another that picks you if from there (for Khao Lak to Koh Lanta). So there was await in Krabi but it fir into the timeline. This was a very low price for a four hour trip so I’m happy with the results :)
Khao Lak to Koh Lanta, Van Van, Black Tiger Tour, Dec 11, 2025
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Kitty MDrivers were rude, poor standard of driving- dangerous undertaking and getting too close to car in front. Paid for hotel drop off but was dropped off on side of main road, a 5 minute walk from the hotel with no explanation of where to go.
Khao Lak to Koh Lanta, Van Van, Black Tiger Tour, Nov 28, 2025
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Sven TThe driver was half an hour late.
There were too many people and too much luggage for the minivan.
Two people had to sit in the car for over two hours without proper seats (seatbelts, etc.).
The driver did try his best to stow all the luggage, though.
The journey also took 6 hours instead of the stated 5 hours.
Khao Lak to Koh Lanta, Van Van, Black Tiger Tour, Nov 14, 2025
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Davy S1,5 hour late.
Sure, it was heavily raining but why do we give all our data if it is not possible to communicate.
Drivers don’t speak English and keep asking stuff in Thai.
Easier to book a taxi on the street!
Price shown was €21, but when I had to pay it was more than €28. No extra services selected except Apple Pay which was less than €1.
In my eyes that’s just stealing!
Khao Lak to Koh Lanta, Van Van, Black Tiger Tour, May 13, 2025
Khao Lak to Koh Lanta Van Schedule
| Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
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Call Me Taxi | Van + Van | 08:00 | 15:30 | $29.68 | |
Call Me Taxi | Van + Speedboat | 08:30 | 13:30 | $56.39 | |
Black Tiger Tour | Van | 09:00 | 15:00 | $24.04 | |
Call Me Taxi | Van + Ferry | 10:30 | 17:00 | $41.55 | |
Black Tiger Tour | Van | 11:00 | 17:00 | $24.04 |
How to get from Khao Lak to Koh Lanta by Van
Van is a convenient option to get from Khao Lak to Koh Lanta. Van tickets are affordable, vans are generally do a faster job than buses, vans offer a good choice of departures.
Depending on the van type, each vehicle can accommodate between 12 and 15 passengers. Yet an evident drawback of travelling by van is limited space for the luggage. In most cases you will need to keep your bags, backpacks or suitcases under your seat or in the aisle. Thus van is not the best choice if you travel with huge luggage. F this is the case, consider buying a separate ticket for your bags or choose bus instead.
On certain routes, vans are your only choice of transportation as no buses, trains or flights are available between those destinations.
It is a popular question whether it is necessary to book van tickets in advance. Though some routes feature a lot of departures, we still highly recommend booking your seat especially if you are going to take one of the last vans of the day; travelling during weekends, public holidays or busy tourist seasons; are in a group of two or more and want to travel on the same van.
Here is the list of companies that run regular vans between Khao Lak and Koh Lanta and offer tickets for online booking.
How far is from Khao Lak to Koh Lanta?
Vans follow the same routes as buses do. Thus the driving distance between Khao Lak and Koh Lanta will be about 175 km. Some vans do not take the shortest route to Koh Lanta and make detours to pick up and drop off passengers en route. If this is the case, it will result in a longer travel time – you can see it when choosing your ticket.
How long does it take to get from Khao Lak to Koh Lanta by Van?
Most vans need from 6h to 7h 34m hours to get from Khao Lak to Koh Lanta Note though that travel time depends greatly on traffic conditions. Traffic can be dense around the rush hour at both your departure point and destination. Weather conditions – e.g. heavy rain – often result in longer travel time, too.
Before booking your van tickets, check how long the trip with each operator takes as some vans follow longer routes to Koh Lanta or make detours.
Also, it is important to know that van companies that accept online booking offer scheduled van departures; yet there are also some vans which depart only when full, and in certain cases the waiting period can be long. Thus choosing an operator that runs vans on a set schedule is always a better idea.
How much does it cost to get from Khao Lak to Koh Lanta by Van?
When using a van, the fare or ticket price for travelling from Khao Lak to Koh Lanta is pre-computed. This usually includes toll fees, gas and other overheads. But, it is recommended to read the details and ask for clarifications when this is not clear at the onset.
Pre-computed fares for vans can be expensive but unlike buses and trains; you would not need to buy a ticket for each passenger. For a big group of 12 or more people, this translates to huge savings compared to getting multiple taxis.
This makes it a cheap option for travelling when in groups. The van service will also not charge extra for bags and luggage, as long as it fits inside the van.
Khao Lak to Koh Lanta timetable
If you are a group, you can consolidate your schedules and use just one van. Check out above Khao Lak to Koh Lanta timetable for van services.
Best Rated Companies for this Route
Getting a van service for your group can offer extra space, comfort and convenience not found in other transport options. Unlike taxis or buses which have numerous trips per day, a van service is usually scheduled. But some van services do follow a scheduled departure time. Please check our listings for such services.
Having your entire group together for a long trip can add to the enjoyment. This can allow your group to discuss and even sing to your heart's content without fear of bothering others.
Just like taxis, the advantage of travelling by van is that you can ask the driver to stop by stores, supermarkets and other establishments. You can stop anywhere at any time since you are basically renting the van and not just paying for taxi fare. You can use this opportunity to take epic groupie pics at local landmarks and tourist spots.
Vans are especially useful when travelling with large and sensitive equipment like photography setups and large computers. Trunks and compartments might not be a safe holding area for fragile packages. Placing them inside the roomy and well-padded interior of van will make it more secure and safe.
Transportation from Khao Lak to Koh Lanta
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Ferries$ 51.10
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Taxis$ 27.01
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Vans$ 27.01
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Trains are not available
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Buses are not available
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Flights are not available