1. Train + Bus to Ao Nang
2. Bus – Bangkok to Krabi
3. Flight + Van to Ao Nang
4. Taxi / Car to Ao Nang
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From Bangkok to Ao Nang you can get by train + bus, plane + van, taxi.
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- Travel distance from Bangkok to Ao Nang – Krabi is about 800 km by land and about 670 km by plane. There are 4 options how you can reach Ao Nang – Krabi from Bangkok: transfer by bus, train + bus, taxi, plane + bus/van. The most popular and cheap way of transfer from Bangkok to Ao Nang is to travel by train + bus + boat via Surat Thani and Krabi. Transport by train + bus from Bangkok to Ao Nang takes about 17-20 hours and it costs totally about $15-70/pp. The closest railway station to Krabi town is in Surat Thani, it is about 155 km from the town. From Surat Thani to Ao Nang you can travel by private minivan / bus or taxi.
- Another cheapest way of transfer to Ao Nang in Krabi is to travel by bus. Transport by bus from Bangkok to Ao Nang takes about 11-17. You can also travel by plane + bus/van from Bangkok to Ao Nang via Krabi Airport. There are direct flights to Krabi, from Krabi Airport to Ao Nang you can take a van/minibus and from Ao Nang you can travel by longtail boat to Railay East or Railay West. Boats to Railay Beach depart from Ao Nang Beach and Ao Nam Mao. Before you arrive to Ao Nang, you should also read this article: Weather in Ao Nang.
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- It is also possible to travel by private taxi from Bangkok to Ao Nang / Krabi. Transfer by private taxi/car from Bangkok to Ao Nang, Krabi takes about 11-16 hours and it should cost about $290-480. Krabi is one of the most favorite tourist site in southern Thailand and thousands of tourists visit this site every day. This place offers a lot of nice beaches, relax, various boat trips to nearby islands and sport activities. You can also travel to Ao Nang from Bangkok via Phuket. There are flights from Bangkok to Phuket and ferry or speedboat from Phuket to Ao Nang. From Ao Nang you can also travel to Khao Sok or to Koh Phi Phi. Read the instructions how you can go to Ao Nang from Bangkok below in this article and book your tickets online.
| Transfer Mode – Bangkok to Ao Nang: | Travel Time | Cost Range |
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| Train + Bus (via Surat Thani) | 15-18 hours | $15-70/pp |
| Tourist Bus (to Krabi) | 11-17 hours | $20-35/pp |
| Plane + Van (via Krabi) | 6-7 hours | $40-150/pp |
| Private Taxi/Car with a driver | 11-16 hours | $290-480 (car) |
How to get from Bangkok to Ao Nang?
1. TRAIN + BUS from Bangkok to Ao Nang
The preferred cheaper ground transfer option from Bangkok to Ao Nang in Krabi is the train and bus/van transfer via Surat Thani city. This transport option has 2 steps and the total transfer time in this way can be between 15-18 hours (9-12 hours by train from Bangkok to Surat Thani and approx. 4 hours from Surat Thani to Ao Nang). The first step is to travel by train from Bangkok to Surat Thani.
Trains depart from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station and arrive at Surat Thani Railway Station, see Thailand Railway Map. On this route, you can use seats, which are a cheaper option, or sleeping beds, which are always a more expensive option. For this longer route, it is more appropriate to use a sleeping berth.
1. BOOK TICKETS to Surat Thani ➜
Train tickets to Surat Thani from Bangkok range from $8-50/pp and can be easily searched and purchased online ahead of time. The second step is then a transfer by minivan or bus to Ao Nang, or to the city of Krabi. There are some smaller minivans that run directly from the train station to take you directly to the Ao Nang area.
Transfer by minivan or bus from Surat Thani to Ao Nang / Krabi takes between 3-5.5 hours, depending on where you leave from and where exactly you go. A transfer by minivan or bus to Ao Nang / Krabi from Surat Thani costs in the range of $7-21/pp and you can easily find and buy tickets online in advance.
From Surat Thani to Krabi / Ao Nang, private transfers with modern cars or larger minivans are also available, but these are more expensive options than regular buses or minivans for solo travelers.
2. BOOK TICKETS to Krabi / Ao Nang ➜
2. BUS from Bangkok to Krabi / Ao Nang
Another land transfer option from Bangkok to Ao Nang in Krabi is a bus transfer. Modern long-distance buses of various companies run on this route. Some companies that go to Ao Nang, for example, are Bangkok Travel Plus or Montanatip. Other companies that go to Krabi Bus Terminal are Raja Ferry, SOT Travel, Jarinthon Tour, Nara Travel, Phantip, Lignite, Transport Co, Jolly Travel, Paradise Travel or Songserm.
In Bangkok, these buses mainly depart from Mochit, Southern Terminal Bangkok or Khao San and can arrive at various places and/or stations in Krabi or Ao Nang area. You will see this information about departure places in Bangkok and arrival points in Krabi when searching for bus tickets online.
The bus transfer to Ao Nang / Krabi from Bangkok takes about 11-17 hours, depending on the company and the route operated. However, this time may vary and the specified travel time may not always be observed, buses may also be late. A bus transfer to Ao Nang from Bangkok costs between $22-40/pp, these prices can change during the year.
The bus schedule between Bangkok and Krabi is relatively long and there are plenty of buses running every day. Bus tickets to Ao Nang / Krabi from Bangkok can be easily searched and purchased online well in advance. It is advisable to arrive at the departure point in Bangkok at least 30-60 minutes before the bus departure. Bus transfer to Ao Nang is sought after mainly by ordinary low-cost travelers.
3. FLIGHT + VAN/TAXI to Ao Nang (via Krabi)
The fastest and most convenient transport option from Bangkok to Ao Nang in Krabi, Thailand, is a direct flight to Krabi Airport and from there a bus, minivan or taxi to Ao Nang. This transport option has 2 steps and the total transfer time is approx. 6-7 hours. The advantage of this option is the fact that direct flights to Krabi are sometimes relatively very cheap and cost in the range of $50-150/pp.
Airlines you can use for flights are Thai AirAsia, Thai VietJet, Thai Airways, Hanh Air Systems, Bangkok Airways, Nok Air and Thai Lion Air. Most of the flights operated on this route are Economy Class flights. The air transfer to Krabi from Bangkok takes about 1.5 hours, if you include the transfer to the airport and the wait before departure, it can be about 4.5-5 hours.
1. BOOK DIRECT FLIGHT to Krabi ➜
It is the fastest option to get to Krabi area from Bangkok. For the transfer from Krabi Airport to Ao Nang, you can use buses / minivans or private cars / taxi with a driver. Transfer by minivan or bus takes about 30 minutes to 2 hours and the fare ranges from $4-10/pp. It depends on where exactly you are going, so the travel time may vary.
Private cars with a driver are of course a more expensive option, but the advantage is choosing your arrival point in Ao Nang. So you can come all the way to your hotel in Ao Nang.
Otherwise, buses or minivans go to places like Krabi Town, Ao Nam Mao Pier, Nopparat Thara Pier, Koh Kwang Beach, Klong Muang, Tubkaek Beach, Ao Nang. You can again search and buy tickets to Krabi and tickets to Ao Nang online.
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4. PRIVATE TAXI/CAR from Bangkok to Ao Nang
If you are looking for a private transfer by modern car/taxi from Bangkok to Ao Nang / Krabi, this option is also available. The advantage of this option is that you can choose your departure point in Bangkok and your arrival point in Ao Nang. This transport option can also be used from airports such as Suvarnabhumi or Don Mueang in Bangkok.
The disadvantage is the higher prices for this transport option, but you can divide the fare and calculate it for each person in the vehicle. Companies that will offer you a transfer by modern car/taxi with a driver to Ao Nang are, for example, Bangkok Taxi24, Firstplan Transport Services, Glassflower, Kanokwan Travel or Van2Travel.
Most of these companies operate modern smaller classic cars on this route or even larger SUVs and minivans that are suitable for group travel. Most vehicles are comfortable and air-conditioned and you will have an experienced driver at your disposal. Transfer by modern car/taxi with driver from Bangkok to Ao Nang takes approx. 11-16 hours, but the stated travel time may vary depending on your exact travel route.
Transportation by private car/taxi from Bangkok to Ao Nang costs between $290-480 (car), these prices vary depending on the type of vehicle you choose. Smaller classic cars for 1-3 passengers are usually a cheaper option than larger SUVs or minivans for more people. You can easily search and book your private car with driver to Ao Nang from Bangkok online in advance.
❓ FAQ + TIPS – Travel from Bangkok to Ao Nang:
1. How to book tickets or flights from Bangkok to Ao Nang?
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- You can book tickets / flights from Bangkok to Ao Nang on 12go.asia ➜ or Baolau ➜.
- You can also book another tickets / flights, Bangkok to Koh Samui, Koh Samui to Krabi…
2. What is the travel time from Bangkok to Ao Nang?
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- Travel by train + bus from Bangkok to Ao Nang (via Surat Thani) takes about 15-18 hours.
- Travel by tourist bus from Bangkok to Krabi takes about 11-17 hours
- Travel by plane (direct flight) + van from Bangkok to Ao Nang (via Krabi) takes about 6-7 hours.
- Travel by private taxi/car from Bangkok to Ao Nang takes about 11-16 hours
3. What is the travel distance from Bangkok to Ao Nang?
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- Travel distance from Bangkok to Ao Nang in Krabi is about 800 km by land.
4. What is the price of transfer from Bangkok to Ao Nang?
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- Transport by train + bus from Bangkok to Ao Nang (via Surat Thani) costs about $15-70/pp.
- Transport by tourist bus from Bangkok to Krabi costs about $20-35/pp
- Transport by plane (direct flight) + van Bangkok to Ao Nang costs about $40-150/pp.
- Transport by private taxi/car from Bangkok to Ao Nang costs about $290-480 (vehicle, car).
5. What is the best way of transport from Bangkok to Ao Nang?
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- The best way of transport from Bangkok to Ao Nang in Krabi is to travel by plane + van. There are direct flights to Krabi Airport and from this airport you can travel by minibus / minivan or private car to Ao Nang or Krabi town.
6. What is the most cheapest option of transport from Bangkok to Ao Nang?
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- The most cheapest way of transport from Bangkok to Ao Nang is to travel by tourist bus or train + bus/van via Krabi. The most cheapest bus tickets to Krabi start at $20-23/pp, these buses arrive to Krabi Bus Terminal.
7. Is there a direct train to Ao Nang in Krabi from Bangkok?
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- No, there is no railway station in Krabi, but you can travel by train by Thai Railways from Bangkok to Surat Thani. Surat Thani is the closest railway station to Krabi town, it is located about 155 km from the town.
8. How to travel from Krabi Airport to Ao Nang?
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- From Krabi Airport to Ao Nang area you can travel by private taxi/car or minivan, minibus. There is no railway from Krabi Airport to Krabi town center. Bus/Van tickets from Krabi Airport to Ao Nang cost about $7-12/pp.
9. Where to accommodate in Ao Nang, what are the options?
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- Ao Nang is a part of Krabi, it is a popular tourist location and offers various modern cheap hotels or luxury hotels / beach resorts almost everywhere. There are also cheap guesthouses or low-cost hostels in Krabi town.
10. Where you can go and travel from Ao Nang?
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- From Ao Nang you can travel to various interesting sites in southern Thailand. You can travel by boat or minivan/bus to Phuket, by tourist boat/ferry to Koh Phi Phi or you can also visit Koh Lanta. You can also go to Koh Samui.
11. How to move and explore Ao Nang area?
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- There are several modes of transportation available to move around in Ao Nang, including walking, tuk-tuk, motorbike, taxi, songthaews, and longtail boats. It is essential to be cautious while using any mode of transportation and only use licensed operators. It is advisable to negotiate the fare before getting in to avoid any misunderstandings later.
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