Khao San to Koh Tao

Khao San to Koh Tao

Khao San
Koh Tao
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Khao San to Koh Tao Destination Reviews

S
Check in was very confusing. Their office in Bangkok is tiny and there were 3 bus loads of people trying to check in around the same time. They ask you to check in an hr before. Leave luggage. Come back 15mins before departure to wait for boarding bus. But after the initial confusion the transfer was really smooth. They gave adequate instructions in English. Got to Koh Tao half an hour later than scheduled timing. I got the express bus, wasn't sure of comfort, but for me it was ok. They gave us a clean blanket and bottle of water.
Khao San to Koh Tao, Ferry Express, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Feb 1, 2026
BF
LOCKED inside a vehicle for 45 minutes is UNACCEPTABLE!! I will be telling everyone to stay away from this company!! WASTE OF MY TIME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!’nn
Khao San to Koh Tao, Ferry VIP, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Jan 30, 2026
AM
Staff very friendly, even tho we were late 8 minutes from departure time (super sorry!), they waited and made us feel welcome. Bus itself was comfortable, the seats can be adjusted and we slept almost whole trip.
Khao San to Koh Tao, Bus First Class, TravelBusAsia, Jan 28, 2026
M
Nous recommandons
Khao San to Koh Tao, Ferry Express, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Jan 26, 2026
CP
I had previously chosen seats in the middle of the bus and we ended up in the last row at the back without a window. Lunch was the smallest McDonald's burger, and it was served to us after 2 PM. On top of all that, the toilets were absolutely filthy and no break to compensate for the fact that we couldn't go. And finally, we were 1 hour late arriving in Bangkok.
Khao San to Koh Tao, Ferry Express, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Jan 20, 2026
M
Everything was good. Bus on time, ferry on time.
Khao San to Koh Tao, Ferry Express, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Jan 15, 2026
VS
it’s a good way to get to Koh Tao. We booked the VIP package. We were almost on time I think we left 20 min later which is totally fine. The staff was really unfriendly and partly a little rough even. The snack box contained a small juice package and a muffin, which was fine. The bus was pretty old and a lot of stuff was broken. I for example could lift the foot part of the chair. But the seats recline really far that the position to sleep in is decent. The ride to the ferry was quite good and smooth. On the pier we had to wait for 2 hours which was aweful when you haven’t slept on the bus, otherwise I think it’s ok.. but there were some other buses that came 20 min earlier before the ferry departed, I guess that’s a little nicer (too me). Over all it was an average experience.
Khao San to Koh Tao, Ferry VIP, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Jan 13, 2026
IC
Busrit liep perfect VIP bus was super comfortabel Hele rit geslapen Ferry was vlot
Khao San to Koh Tao, Ferry VIP, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Jan 9, 2026
D
Everything's fine
Khao San to Koh Tao, Ferry VIP, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Jan 7, 2026
JG
Very organised and polite. On time and cheap. 100%
Khao San to Koh Tao, Ferry Catamaran + Express, Boonsiri High Speed Ferries (บุญศิริเรือเร็ว), Jan 4, 2026
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How to get from Khao San to Koh Tao

When you want to get from Khao San to Koh Tao, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Bus
  • Ferry
  • Train
  • Van

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

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Ferry+Train+Van ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 52.51. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus+ferry as a bus+ferry ticket costs as low as USD 39.80.

How far is Khao San from Koh Tao?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Khao San to Koh Tao. Your trip will be a total of 273 miles (438 km). The flying distance is 273 miles (438 km).

How long does it take to get from Khao San to Koh Tao?

The travel time from Khao San to Koh Tao can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 9 to 16 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Khao San to Koh Tao?

The cost of the trip from Khao San to Koh Tao varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Lomprayah (ลมพระยา): travelling by bus+ferry expect to pay as low as USD 39.80 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Ferry+Train+Van - a one-way Ferry+Train+Van ticket can cost as much as USD 52.51.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Khao San to Koh Tao:

  • Bus+Ferry price: USD 39.80 - USD 49.36. From Bangkok to Koh Tao starting from 06:00 Southern Bus Terminal Pinklao until 21:00 Southern Bus Terminal Pinklao
  • Bus+Ferry+Train price: USD 48.27 - USD 70.21. From Bangkok to Koh Tao starting from 17:35 Hua Lamphong until 19:30 Hua Lamphong
  • Train+Bus+Ferry price: USD 48.27 - USD 70.21. From Bangkok to Koh Tao starting from 17:35 Hua Lamphong until 19:30 Hua Lamphong
  • Ferry+Van price: USD 49.36. From Bangkok to Koh Tao starting from 13:00 Khao San Boonsiri until 13:00 Khao San Boonsiri
  • Ferry+Train price: USD 51.84 - USD 69.07. From Bangkok to Koh Tao starting from 17:35 Hua Lamphong until 19:30 Hua Lamphong
  • Ferry+Train+Van price: USD 52.51. From Bangkok to Koh Tao starting from 18:50 Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station until 18:50 Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station

How many trips per day are there between Khao San and Koh Tao?

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

  • 2 by Bus+Ferry from Bangkok to Koh Tao starting from 06:00 Southern Bus Terminal Pinklao until 21:00 Southern Bus Terminal Pinklao
  • 1 by Ferry+Train+Van from Bangkok to Koh Tao starting from 18:50 Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station until 18:50 Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station
  • 1 by Ferry+Van from Bangkok to Koh Tao starting from 13:00 Khao San Boonsiri until 13:00 Khao San Boonsiri

The most popular transport from Khao San to Koh Tao

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Khao San to Koh Tao? 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 Ferry+Train+Van
  • 39% chosen Bus+Ferry
  • 7% chosen Bus+Ferry+Train
  • 7% chosen Ferry+Train
  • 6% chosen Train+Bus+Ferry
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Khao San to Koh Tao

Facts about the transport from Khao San to Koh Tao

Cheapest Transport$40
Fastest Transport8h 45m
Earliest Departure6:00 AM
Latest Departure9:00 PM
Departures per day4
Distance438 kilometers
Transport CompaniesFame Tour, Thai Railway, Thai Railways