1. Van + Ferry to Koh Chang
2. Bus + Ferry to Koh Chang
3. Flight + Ferry to Koh Chang
4. Taxi + Ferry to Koh Chang
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From Bangkok to Koh Chang you can travel by van, bus, taxi, plane + ferry.
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- The distance between Bangkok and Koh Chang spans approximately 350 kilometers via Trat. Travelers can opt for van/bus transportation from Bangkok to Trat, where ferries to Koh Chang Island depart from Thammachat Pier or Center Point Pier. All vans and buses from Bangkok arrive at Trat City, situated about 20 kilometers north of Koh Chang island. Traveling by tourist bus/van + ferry via Trat typically takes 5.5-8 hours and costs approximately $15-40 per person. While bus+ferry transport is the most economical option, private minivans offer a quicker alternative.
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Although Koh Chang lacks an airport, Trat features one, facilitating a 1-hour direct flight from Bangkok. Upon reaching Trat city, travelers need to board a ferry / speedboat to Koh Chang island, a journey spanning only about 5 kilometers (30 minutes by ferry from Aow Thammachat Pier). Opting for travel by plane + ferry via Trat presents the most efficient and fastest route to Koh Chang. From Koh Chang, travelers can also venture by boat to Koh Kood (approximately 20 kilometers). Secure your bus/ferry tickets and flights from Bangkok to Koh Chang (or Trat) conveniently online. Additionally, travelers can journey to Koh Chang via Pattaya.
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- Koh Chang, the second-largest island in Thailand, is affectionately referred to as „Elephant Island.“ Positioned in an area prone to tropical storms, Koh Chang boasts untouched tropical rainforests, offering a unique appeal even during inclement weather. Surrounding Koh Chang are numerous small islands perfect for snorkeling adventures. While the eastern coast is less developed, the western coast hosts larger beaches, resorts, hotels, and entertainment establishments. Koh Chang National Park blankets almost the entire island, showcasing pristine beaches and lush jungle, inviting travelers to embark on jungle excursions.
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- Luxurious accommodations abound on the island’s west side. Traveling between Bangkok and Koh Chang by train is not possible. Before embarking on your journey to Koh Chang, familiarize yourself with the island’s climate through this comprehensive guide on Weather in Koh Chang. Two primary methods enable travelers to reach Koh Chang from Bangkok: bus+ferry or flight+ferry via Trat city on Thailand’s eastern coast. Discover detailed instructions on how to access Koh Chang in Thailand below and conveniently book your tickets online.
| Transfer Mode – Bangkok to Koh Chang | Travel Time | Cost Range |
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| Bus/Van + Ferry | 5.5-8 hours | $15-25/pp |
| Flight + Ferry (via Trat) | 5 hours | $85+/pp |
| Private Car + Ferry | 5-6.5 hours | $120-220/car |
How do I get from Bangkok to Koh Chang?
1. VAN + FERRY from Bangkok to Koh Chang
If you want to travel from Bangkok to Koh Chang as a solo low-cost traveler, the most suitable and comfortable transfer option is to travel by minivan and ferry/boat via Thammachat Pier. There are some companies operating on the route that will offer you a combined transfer together with one van and ferry ticket to Koh Chang.
Some of the companies that will offer you a combined transfer from Bangkok to Koch Chang in this way are Koh Chang Transport, Mama Travel and Tour or Suwarnphum Burapha. All companies have comfortable minivans that will take you to Thammachat Pier and from there you will be traveling by ferry to Koh Chang Pier.
The price of the combined fare usually includes a transfer on the island of Koh Chang, e.g. from the pier to the city or to the hotel where you will be staying, you will see this information when ordering tickets. For a combined fare from Bangkok to Koh Chang, you will pay an average of around $25/pp, which is a relatively good price as the transfer has 3 steps in total.
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The travel time from Bangkok to Koh Chang by minivan + ferry + private transfer is a total of 5.5-8 hours, depending on the specific company and its travel route. The minivans of these companies depart from various stops in Bangkok, e.g. mainly from the Khao San area and the surrounding area, each company may have its own departure point.
Please note that departure and arrival times may vary, minivans may also be delayed on departure / arrival in Thailand. You can easily find and book combined tickets from Bangkok to Koh Chang in Thailand online, read all the important instructions related to these transfers when ordering.
2. BUS + FERRY from Bangkok to Koh Chang
Another and actually similar combined variant of transport to Koh Chang from Bangkok is a bus and ferry trip, also via the Thammachat pier. This option can have 3 steps altogether if the company also provides you with a private transfer on the island of Koh Chang. Most of the time, traveling by bus is a bit cheaper than traveling by minivan, but this may not always be the case.
The first step is to travel by bus from Bangkok to the Thammachat pier, from there a ferry/boat trip to Koh Chang and on the island a private transfer to the town or to your accommodation. Some of the companies that offer you this combo transfer to Koh Chang Island are Boonsiri High Speed Ferries, Suwarnphum Burapha, Tara Tour and Travel.
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They offer you comfortable seater buses to Thammachat pier and cars for transfer on the island. Tickets for a combined bus + ferry from Bangkok to Koh Chang cost an average of $20-32/pp, depending on the type of bus and where you are going from and to. The travel time by bus + ferry from Bangkok to Koh Chang can vary, but ranges from 5.5-10 hours.
Buses can depart from various locations in Bangkok, e.g. from the Khao San area or even from Suvarnabhumi Airport. You will see all this information about departures, arrivals and ticket prices to Koh Chang when ordering tickets online. Again, always read all information regarding the transfer carefully and follow all instructions of the given transport company.
3. FLIGHT + FERRY from Bangkok to Koh Chang
The island of Koh Chang in Thailand does not have an airport, the nearest airport is Trat Airport, which is about 17 km from the Thammachat pier, from where the ferry goes to the island. Bangkok Air also operates direct flights to this airport from Bangkok, although the flight schedule is very limited.
So you can also take a direct flight from Bangkok to Trat airport, the flight time is about 1 hour and the tickets are between $50-90/pp. From Trat Airport, you can then use a private transfer, e.g. minivans, minibuses to Thammachat Pier or even a combined transfer to the island of Koh Chang.
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Travel time by combined transfer from Trat airport to Koh Chang can be approx. 3 hours, depending on the waiting time for the ferry. A combined transfer by minivan and ferry from Trat Airport to Koh Chang costs approximately $17-25/pp and is offered, for example, by Koh Chang Transport or Boonsiri Transfer.
There are also various private taxi services between Trat Airport and Thammachat Pier, offering you modern comfortable cars or minivans for more. Prices can vary depending on the type of car but can start at around $15-20/car.
Traveling by plane is of course fast and comfortable, but if you also count the waiting time at the airport and then the crossings and transfer to the ferry, it may not be completely advantageous in terms of time and price. However, Trat airport can be convenient e.g. when returning from Koh Chang, some domestic flights may operate from there, so you can take advantage of that if you want to explore Thailand.
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4. TAXI/CAR + FERRY from Bangkok to Koh Chang
The last and most expensive way to travel from Bangkok to Koh Chang is by private car/taxi. This option is sometimes ideal for those traveling in a group of several people, as they can book a comfortable minivan for several people and then calculate the price per individual traveler.
A ferry transfer to the island of Koh Chang and possibly another transfer on the island are part of the private transfer and the fare. A private car trip from Bangkok to Koh Chang costs an average of $110-260/vehicle, depending on the type of car you choose. Various modern cars for up to 4 people are available, as well as SUVs, Jeeps and comfortable luxury minivans.
Driving time by private car from Bangkok to Koh Chang is approximately 5-7 hours, including the ferry transfer from Thammachat port to the island. There are several private companies operating and plying the route between Bangkok and Koh Chang, and most of them are well rated by other travelers.
These include, for example, the companies Bangkok Taxi24, Kim Transfers Thailand, Thailand Limo by Datum, Ground Business, MCC Van, Boonsiri Transfer, Phuket Ground Services and Glassflower. They can also provide you with a return trip from Koh Chang to Bangkok.
With a private car, you can leave from various places in Bangkok, but also from Suvarnabhumi or Don Mueang airports. All these modern cars to Koh Chang can be booked online and in advance. Always read carefully all conditions and instructions that apply to this mode of transport.
❓ FAQ – Travel route from Bangkok to Koh Chang:
1. How to book + buy tickets from Bangkok to Koh Chang?
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- You can book + buy your tickets from Bangkok to Koh Chang on 12go.asia ➜ or Baolau ➜.
- You can also book another boat tickets in Thailand, e.g. Trat > Koh Kood, Krabi > Koh Phi Phi…
2. What is the travel time from Bangkok to Koh Chang?
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- Travel by van + ferry from Bangkok to Koh Chang (via Trat) takes about 5.5-8 hours.
- Travel by bus + ferry from Bangkok to Koh Chang (via Trat) takes about 12-14 hours.
- Travel by plane + ferry from Bangkok to Koh Chang (via Trat) takes about 5 hours.
- Travel by taxi + ferry from Bangkok to Koh Chang (via Trat) takes about 5-6.5 hours.
3. What is the travel distance from Bangkok to Koh Chang?
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- Travel distance from Bangkok to Koh Chang is about 350 km.
4. How much does it cost to travel from Bangkok to Koh Chang?
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- Travel by van + ferry from Bangkok to Koh Chang (via Trat) costs about $15+/pp.
- Travel by bus + erry from Bangkok to Koh Chang (via Trat) costs about $20+/pp.
- Travel by plane + ferry from Bangkok to Koh Chang (via Trat) costs about $85+/pp.
- Travel by taxi + ferry from Bangkok to Koh Chang (via Trat) costs about $120-220/car.
5. What is the closest airport to Koh Chang?
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- Koh Chang has no airport, the closest airport to Koh Chang is in Trat – Trat Airport.
6. What is the best way of getting from Bangkok to Koh Chang?
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- The best and fastest way how to get from Bangkok to Koh Chang is to travel by plane to Trat and from Trat by ferry/boat to Koh Chang. There is no airport on Koh Chang, the closest airport is in Trat. This way of transport is also the most expensive, but you will save some time.
7. Is there a train from Bangkok to Trat (Koh Chang)?
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- No, there is no train and railway between Bangkok and Trat (Koh Chang), it is not possible to travel by train.
8. What is the most cheapest way of transport from Bangkok to Koh Chang?
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- The most cheapest way of getting from Bangkok to Koh Chang is to travel by van/minivan + ferry. The most cheapest one-way join ticket (van+ferry) from Bangkok to Koh Chang costs about $15/pp.
9. Is it also possible to travel by private taxi from Bangkok to Koh Chang?
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- Yes, there are some private taxi companies and you can use them for the transportation to Koh Chang. Travel by private taxi costs about $120-220/car and you can book this taxi on 12go.asia.
10. How to get from Koh Chang to Koh Kood?
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- From Koh Chang to Koh Kood you can travel by boat/ferry. Koh Kood is about 50 km from Koh Chang. You can book boat tickets from Koh Chang to Koh Kood on 12go.asia.
11. How to go back from Koh Chang to Bangkok?
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- The same way how you arrived to Koh Chang. You have to travel by ferry/boat to Trat and in Trat you can travel by plane or you can take a bus or minivan to Bangkok.
12. Which are the most popular and nice islands in Thailand?
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- There are a lot of various interesting, nice and also isolated or tourist islands in Thailand. Most of them are in the Gulf of Thailand or Phang Nga Bay. Read this article: The Best Islands in Thailand.
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🚍 Bus + Ferry Schedule / Timetable – Bangkok to Koh Chang + Tickets:
| Bus + Ferry Schedule – Bangkok to Koh Chang: | Departure in Bangkok | Arrival in Koh Chang | Join Ticket |
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| Suwarnphum Burapha | 05:30 | 15:30 | From $22.00 |
| Suwarnphum Burapha | 07:00 | 15:00 | From $20.00 |
| Suwarnphum Burapha | 11:00 | 17:00 | From $20.00 |
| Tara Tour and Travel | 08:00 | 15:30 | From $21.00 |
| Mama Travel & Tour | 08:30 | 15:00 | From $25.00 |
| Koh Chang Transport | 08:00 | 14:00 | From $25.00 |
| Koh Chang Transport | 09:30 | 14:00 | From $25.00 |
| Boonsiri | 06:00 | 16:30 | From $31.00 |
| Boonsiri | 08:00 | 13:30 | From $25.00 |
| Mango Travel | 08:30 | 15:30 | From $43.00 |
🚕 Taxi Schedule / Timetable – Bangkok to Koh Chang + Taxi companies:
| Taxi – Bangkok to Koh Chang: | Travel Time | Price (Car) |
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| Andaman Taxis | 05:20 | From $120.00 |
| Glassflower | 06:00 | From $129.00 |
| Bangkok Taxi 24 | 06:20 | From $129.00 |
| MCC Van | 05:00 | From $120.00 |
| Kanokwan Travel | 08:00 | From $150.00 |
| Kim Transfer | 06:00 | From $137.00 |
| GB Limousine | 04:50 | From $150.00 |
| Thailand Limo | 06:00 | From $149.00 |
| Koh Chang Transport | 06:00 | From $176.00 |
| Boonsiri Transfer | 07:00 | From $178.00 |
| Joy Economy | 06:00 | From $129.00 |
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