1. Minivan + Ferry to Koh Kood
2. Bus + Ferry to Koh Kood
3. Flight + Ferry to Koh Kood
4. Taxi + Ferry to Koh Kood
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Traveling from Bangkok to Koh Kood by different modes of transport.
Koh Kood is one of the favorite places of tourists visiting the islands in Thailand, it is the 4th largest island in Thailand. This island also has a slightly calmer atmosphere than some very visited other islands in Thailand, such as Koh Samui or Koh Phi Phi. Koh Kood is located approximately 40 km from Cambodia, so those traveling to, for example, Cambodia can use this place as a transfer point.
Koh Kood Island is approximately 350 km from Bangkok by land and it is good to know that there is no airport directly on the island. On the other hand, the nearest airport is Trat Airport in the town of the same name, which is the gateway to Koh Kood and from where speedboats or ferries depart. There are also direct flights between Trat and Bangkok, but the flight schedule is limited and flights can sometimes be more expensive.
So the other option is to travel by bus, minivan or private car to Trat and from there by boat to Koh Kood. There is no railway leading to the town of Trat, so you cannot get here by train. The most used option to transfer from Bangkok to Koh Kood is by bus and boat via Trat. This option can take approximately 7-8.5 hours and costs approximately USD 27-42 / per person. It is the fare for both the bus and the boat transfer to Koh Kood from Trat, so you can search and book a combined ticket with both types of transport at once.
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Transport from Bangkok to Koh Kood by bus/van + ferry start at $25-33/pp.
Various private transport companies operate on the route, and among the well-known ones we can mention, for example, Boonsiri High Speed Ferries, Suwarnphum Burapha or Seudamgo. Another way to get to Koh Kood is by plane and boat via the town of Trat. Air connections from Bangkok to Trat in Thailand are operated by Bangkok Air and the flight time is approximately 1 hour and flights cost between USD 75-100 / per person, prices may vary during different seasons.
From the airport, you then have to take a taxi to Laem Sok Pier, and from there you continue by boat to Koh Kood. Some of the companies that provide boat transfers are Boonsiri High Speed Ferries or KoKut Express, the time of this transfer is approximately 1.5 hours. A relatively convenient, but also significantly more expensive, option of transportation to Koh Kood is transportation by private taxi to the town of Trat and from there again by boat.
Some private taxi companies operate between Bangkok and the city of Trat and its port Laem Sok, and they offer very new and modern, fast cars, minivans, SUVs or Jeeps. Transportation by private taxi from Bangkok to Laem Sok port costs approximately USD 80-150 / car and by boat from Lame Sok to Koh Kood then approximately USD 13-20 / per person. Together, the transfer by taxi and boat costs about USD 100 or more.
You can find all the current transport offers and timetables from Bangkok to Koh Kood online on some platforms, here you can also book your tickets easily online and in advance. Always read all additional information about the transfer, terms and conditions and other instructions to avoid any problems. Additionally, travelers from Bangkok can journey via Trat to Koh Chang, another favored island in the vicinity.
| Transfer Mode – Bangkok to Koh Kood: | Travel Time | Cost Range |
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| Bus/Van + Ferry | 7-10 hours | $25-42/pp |
| Flight + Ferry (via Trat) | 6.5-7 hours | $150-170/pp |
| Private Car + Ferry | 3.5-5 hours | $70+/pp |
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How do I get from Bangkok to Koh Kood Island?
1. MINIVAN + FERRY from Bangkok to Koh Kood
A popular land variant of transportation from Bangkok to Koh Kood among travelers is a transfer by minivan / minibus and ferry via the city of Trat (from the pier of Laem Sok). This is the cheapest transport option, it is a minivan transfer from Bangkok to Laem Sok pier and from this pier a ferry/boat to Koh Kood island.
So this transport option has 2 steps and the combined bus + ferry fare from Bangkok to Koh Kood costs on average $25-35/pp, prices may vary during different seasons. The advantage of this transport option is that you have a combined ticket for a transfer by minivan and boat to the island of Koh Kood.
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These combined transfers from Bangkok to Koh Kood Island are offered by various transport companies, some of them are e.g. Boonsiri, Seudamgo, Suwarnphum Burapha and or Triple T Ferry. All of them will offer you comfortable and modern minivans / minibuses to the port of Laem Sok and then their own or other boats and ferries to the island.
Driving time may vary depending on where you depart from Bangkok, you can also drive directly from Suvarnabhumi Airport or from the Khao San area, but on average it is about 8-9.5 hours. The timetables of these combined transports from Bangkok to Koh Kood are a bit limited, then another option is to take a bus to the town of Trat, get to Laem Sok port and from there take a boat to the island.
Combined tickets from Bangkok to Koh Kood are easy to find and book online, even in advance, which is definitely recommended due to the more limited connections. Also, always carefully read all other instructions and transfer conditions when ordering tickets to avoid any inconvenience.
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2. BUS + FERRY from Bangkok to Koh Kood
Another popular low-cost transportation option to Koh Kood from Bangkok is to travel by bus to the city of Trat (or directly to the port of Laem Sok) and then transfer by boat to the island of Koh Kood. This transfer option has 2 or 3 steps and is practically similar to minivan + boat transport.
It is suitable for those who would like to stay in Trat town, explore it and then take a boat to Koh Kood from Laem Sok port. The town of Trat is approximately 30 km from Laem Sok port and you can go to the port by private taxi/car or some local minibus.
Buses from Bangkok to Trat depart from various locations such as Mochit, Khao San and others and usually arrive at the Trat bus terminal, but buses may also stop at other smaller stations nearby. The bus journey from Bangkok to Trat takes approximately 6.5-8 hours, tickets cost approximately $8-14/pp, depending on the company and type of bus you choose.
From Laem Sok pier, you will then take a boat to Koh Kood Island. Boat connections from the port to Koh Kood Island are operated by various companies such as KoKut Express, Seudamgo, Boonsiri and others, some of them will also offer you a private transfer from Trat town to the port.
The boat ride from Laem Sok to Koh Kood is about 1 hour, but sometimes there are also transfers on the island of Koh Kood to the places where you will be staying. Boat transport from Laem Sok to Koh Kood costs an average of $15-18/pp and a private transfer on the island is usually included.
Boats from Laem Sok arrive at Klong Mard or Ao Salat Pier on Koh Kood. You can find and buy tickets easily online for all transfers – buses and boats from Bangkok to Trat and from Trat to Koh Kood.
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3. FLIGHT + FERRY from Bangkok to Koh Kood
Another and faster transfer option from Bangkok to Koh Kood is to take a direct flight to Trat Airport and then take a private transfer and boat from Laem Sok Harbor to Koh Kood. It may seem that this will be the fastest transfer option, but it may not be so, as Trat Airport is located approximately 50 km from Laem Sok Port.
So this transport option has 3 steps, a direct flight from Bangkok to Trat, from there a private taxi/minivan ride to Laem Sok port and from there a boat to Koh Kood. On the other hand, a direct flight to Trat can be advantageous for those traveling to the island of Koh Chang, as it is significantly closer to the airport.
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So you can go to the island of Koh Chang and then take a boat from this island to Koh Kood, there are no limits to your imagination. A direct flight from Bangkok to Trat takes about 1 hour and the flights are operated by Bangkok Air, a direct flight costs on average $45-85/pp.
From Trat airport, you can use a private transfer by minivan to Laem Sok port, which costs about $40/car, and then again by boat or ferry to Koh Kood Island. In total, the transfer by plane + private car + boat from Bangkok to Koh Kood can take up to 7-8 hours. If we also include waiting at the airport check-in and waiting between individual transfers in the Trat area.
For all types of transport on Koh Kood of this option, you can search and book tickets and air tickets easily online in advance. Read carefully all the instructions before you book your tickets or private transfers.
4. TAXI + FERRY from Bangkok to Koh Kood
The most expensive but convenient way to get from Bangkok to Koh Kood is to take a private car/taxi to Laem Sok pier and transfer by boat to Koh Kood from there. There are various private transport services between Bangkok and the city of Trat and its nearby ports and they will offer you modern air-conditioned cars, minivans for more people or even SUVs and Jeeps.
Some of these private companies offering transfers to Trat or Laem Sok port are Bangkok Taxi 24, Glassflower, GB Limousine, Thailand Limo by Datum, MCC VAN, Kim Transfers Thailand, Boonsiri or Joy Taxi. The journey by private car from Bangkok to Laem Sok port takes approximately 4-5.5 hours, depending on where you depart from in Bangkok, you can depart from the airport, but also from the city center.
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Transport by private car to Laem Sok port from Bangkok is the most expensive option and costs on average $90-200 (vehicle). With a boat ticket to Koh Kood, the total cost of transportation will be at least $100-$110. It can be said that traveling by private car and boat is the fastest way to get from Bangkok to Koh Kood.
These companies also go to other piers, so you can also use them when transferring to, for example, Koh Chang. From the port of Laem Sok, there is again a transfer by boat or ferry to Koh Kood Island. Even private cars from Bangkok to Trat can be easily searched and booked online, carefully read all the important transfer instructions.
❓ FAQ + TIPS – Travel route from Bangkok to Koh Kood:
1. How to book and buy tickets from Bangkok to Koh Kood?
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- You can book bus + ferry tickets from Bangkok to Koh Kood on 12go.asia ➜ or Baolau ➜.
2. What is the travel time from Bangkok to Koh Kood?
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- Travel by bus/van + ferry from Bangkok to Koh Kood (Ao Salad pier) takes about 7-8.5 hours.
- Travel by plane + ferry from Bangkok to Koh Kood (Ao Salad pier) takes about 6.5-7 hours.
- Travel by taxi + ferry from Bangkok to Koh Kood takes about 5.5-6 hours.
3. What is the travel distance from Bangkok to Koh Kood?
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- Travel distance from Bangkok to Koh Kood is about 350 km by bus/van+ferry (via Trat).
4. How much does it cost to travel from Bangkok to Koh Kood?
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- Travel by bus + ferry from Bangkok to Koh Kood (Ao Salad pier) costs about $27-42/pp.
- Travel by plane + ferry from Bangkok to Koh Kood (Ao Salad pier) costs about $150-170.
- Travel by taxi + ferry from Bangkok to Koh Kood costs about $100+/pp.
5. What is the best way of getting from Bangkok to Koh Kood?
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- The best way how to get to Koh Kood from Bangkok is to travel by plane+ferry via Trat. There are direct flights to Trat from Bangkok. This way of transport is also the most fastest and expensive option of transportation to Koh Kood.
6. What is the most cheapest way of transport from Bangkok to Koh Kood?
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- The most cheapest way how to travel to Koh Kood from Bangkok is to travel by bus/van + ferry/boat.
7. Is it possible to travel by plane from Bangkok to Koh Kood?
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- There is no airport on Koh Kood. The nearest airport to Koh Kood is in Trat. Travel by plane from Bangkok to Trat takes about 1 hour. From Trat you can travel by ferry/boat/catamaran to Koh Kood. Travel by plane+ferry is the best and comfortable way how to get from Bangkok to Koh Kood.
8. Is there a train from Bangkok to Trat?
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- No, there is no train from Bangkok to Trat, the only way how to travel is to take a bus or direct flight.
9. How to get from Koh Kood to Koh Chang?
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- From Koh Kood to Koh Chang you can travel by boat/ferry. Koh Chang is about 50 km from Koh Kood.
10. What you can also visit if you are traveling to Koh Kood?
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- You can use the same way of transport and you can also visit Koh Chang or Koh Mak. There are also ferries between these 3 islands and Trat town.
11. How to travel back from Koh Kood to Bangkok?
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- The same way how you arrived to Koh Kood. So, you can take a ferry/boat to Trat and from Trat you have 2 options how you can travel: Bus or direct flight to Bangkok. You can book tickets to Bangkok on 12go.asia or Baolau.
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📅 Bus + Ferry Schedule / Timetable – Bangkok to Koh Kood + Tickets:
Bus + Ferry Schedule - Bangkok to Koh Kood | Departs in Bangkok | Arrival in Koh Kood | Join Ticket |
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Seudamgo | 08:20 | 16:30 | From $32.00 |
Seudamgo | 06:00 (Airport) | 14:30 | From $32.00 |
Seudamgo | 05:00 (Khao San) | 14:30 | From $32.00 |
Seudamgo | 07:00 (Khao San) | 16:30 | From $32.00 |
Boonsiri High Speed Ferries | 05:00 | 11:45 | From $30.00 |
Boonsiri High Speed Ferries | 06:00 | 14:00 | From $30.00 |
Boonsiri High Speed Ferries | 08:00 | 15:20 | From $30.00 |
Triple T | 05:30 | 15:00 | From $26.00 |
Suw. Burapha | 07:00 (Airport) | 15:00 | From $31.00 |
Suw. Burapha | 05:30 (Khao San) | 15:00 | From $32.00 |
📅 Bus Schedule / Timetable – Bangkok to Trat + Bus Tickets:
Bus Schedule - Bangkok to Trat | Departs in Bangkok | Arrival in Trat | Bus Ticket |
|---|---|---|---|
Cherdchai Tour | 00:00 | 05:00 | From $8.00 |
Cherdchai Tour | 05:00 | 10:40 | From $8.00 |
Cherdchai Tour | 07:00 | 12:40 | From $8.00 |
Cherdchai Tour | 08:30 | 14:00 | From $8.00 |
Cherdchai Tour | 09:30 | 15:00 | From $8.00 |
Cherdchai Tour | 11:30 | 17:00 | From $8.00 |
Cherdchai Tour | 15:30 | 21:00 | From $8.00 |
Cherdchai Tour | 17:30 | 23:00 | From $8.00 |
Cherdchai Tour | 19:45 | 01:15 | From $8.00 |
Cherdchai Tour | 23:30 | 05:00 | From $8.00 |
Kohchang Bangkok Trans. | 05:00 | 10:30 | From $10.00 |
Kohchang Bangkok Trans. | 06:00 | 11:30 | From $10.00 |
Kohchang Bangkok Trans. | 07:00 | 12:30 | From $10.00 |
Kohchang Bangkok Trans. | 08:00 | 13:30 | From $10.00 |
Kohchang Bangkok Trans. | 09:00 | 14:30 | From $10.00 |
Kohchang Bangkok Trans. | 10:00 | 15:30 | From $10.00 |
Kohchang Bangkok Trans. | 11:00 | 16:30 | From $10.00 |
Kohchang Bangkok Trans. | 12:00 | 17:30 | From $10.00 |
Kohchang Bangkok Trans. | 13:00 | 18:30 | From $10.00 |
Kohchang Bangkok Trans. | 14:00 | 19:30 | From $10.00 |
Kohchang Bangkok Trans. | 15:00 | 20:30 | From $10.00 |
Kohchang Bangkok Trans. | 16:00 | 21:30 | From $10.00 |
Kohchang Bangkok Trans. | 17:00 | 22:30 | From $10.00 |
Kohchang Bangkok Trans. | 18:30 | 00:00 | From $10.00 |
Transport Co | 07:30 | 15:44 | From $9.00 |
Tara Tour and Travel | 08:00 | 15:00 | From $21.00 |
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(You can change your departure, arrival, e.g. Bangkok to Trat, Koh Kood to Bangkok…)