Facts about the van from Surat Thani Town to Khao Sok
| Cheapest Van | $8 |
| Fastest Van | 2h 30m |
| Earliest Van | 7:30 早上 |
| Latest Van | 5:30 下午 |
| Daily Van Routes | 21 |
| Distance | 100 kilometers |
| Van Companies | Phangan Tour 2000, Phantip 1970 |
Vans from Surat Thani Town to Khao Sok
Best Options
$9
$10
Other Options
Transportation from Surat Thani Town to Khao Sok
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Buses$ 7.57
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Taxis$ 10.82
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Vans$ 7.57
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Trains are not available
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Ferries are not available
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Flights are not available
Surat Thani Town to Khao Sok Destination Reviews
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Nicola Easy to book, easy to coordinate-
Van Minivan, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Dec 10, 2023
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Susan PAbsolutely rammed into a minibus with bags on between everyone’s legs and on top of everyone. Minimal aircon so everyone was sweating the whole journey. The driver was very nice and helpful though and we left and got there on time!
Van Minivan, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), May 18, 2023
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Clemens LNot enough space for luggage, all over the bus
Van Minivan, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Feb 27, 2023
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Alexandra Everything went fine, though many stops
Van Minivan, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Feb 21, 2023
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Anne DThe driver of the van stopt Every 5-10 minutes to deliver mail or stuff. The AC was not working. Not the best trip
Van Minivan, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Feb 9, 2023
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Matti PThe check in process and getting to the right car was very confusing
Van Minivan, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Feb 7, 2023
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Danilo MWe were welcomed in Surrathani at the Phantip station by several nice ladies and coordinated further. 'Where do you want to travel on to?' Everything is arranged and structured. When a bus is ready to leave, there is an appropriate announcement. Everything worked out wonderfully and we were in Khao Sok over time. The descriptions on the ticket were perfect and sufficient to find everything. Very good service and highly recommended.
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Van Minivan, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Jan 15, 2023
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John DOffices to catch bus easy to find staff helpful and toilet availabke Bus 25 minutes late but made up time as drove very fast in the rain.shame doesn't drop on main street in khao sok to save you being surrounded by people trying to get you into taxis but can walk to most accomidation within 20 minutes
Van Minivan, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Dec 16, 2022
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Sergio RThe service at the office was very nice. The problem was when we were about to arrive at the destination. The driver stopped about 6km before the actual stop and told us that that was the final stop, but that for 50 baht per person he could take us to our hotel. After checking were we actually were and arguing with him that he had to take us to the van stop he finally did. He basically tried to scam us. Be very careful with the drivers if you take these service and make sure they take you to the right location.
Van Minivan, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Nov 29, 2022
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Rebecca KWe booked the night train from Bangkok to Surat Thani, and then a bus from Surat Thani to Khao Sok. What we didn’t know when booking and everybody should keep in mind, the Surat Thani Town bus station is 20 km away from where the train station is. At the train station we were welcomed by staff from our bus company, that basically told everyone we could either take a taxi back to town and take the bus we booked from there, or, pay 70 b extra and we could join the bus from here. So make sure your bus ticket says “Surat Thani train station” (to wherever you want to go, if you arrive by train!) Felt a bit scammed as everyone on our bus had the ‘wrong’ ticket. Friendly people and nice bus ride, happy we could get on the bus even though we were at the wrong station and really well organized. The bus stop in khao sok is about 2 km from most of the hostels, a lot do have a pick up service so contact your place ahead of time and ask about it…. :)
Van Minivan, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Nov 27, 2022
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How to get from Surat Thani Town to Khao Sok by Van
Van is a convenient option to get from Surat Thani Town to Khao Sok. 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 Surat Thani Town and Khao Sok and offer tickets for online booking.
How far is from Surat Thani Town to Khao Sok?
Vans follow the same routes as buses do. Thus the driving distance between Surat Thani Town and Khao Sok will be about 100 km. Some vans do not take the shortest route to Khao Sok 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 Surat Thani Town to Khao Sok by Van?
Most vans need from 2h 30m to 2h 30m hours to get from Surat Thani Town to Khao Sok 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 Khao Sok 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 Surat Thani Town to Khao Sok by Van?
When using a van, the fare or ticket price for travelling from Surat Thani Town to Khao Sok 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.
Surat Thani Town to Khao Sok timetable
If you are a group, you can consolidate your schedules and use just one van. Check out above Surat Thani Town to Khao Sok 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.