How to go → SURAT THANI to KRABI? ☀️

How to get from Surat Thani to Krabi
How to travel from Surat Thani to Krabi? You can travel to Krabi by bus, minivan or taxi and book tickets online.

1. Van – Surat Thani to Krabi
2. Bus – Surat Thani to Krabi
3. Taxi – Surat Thani to Krabi
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From Surat Thani to Krabi you can travel by minivan, bus or taxi/car.

    • The distance between Surat Thani and Krabi spans approximately 160 km, with several transport companies offering transportation along this route. Travelers have the option to journey from Surat Thani to Krabi via popular minivan or bus, or opt for a private taxi service. Minivans, accommodating about 9-12 passengers, offer a faster and more comfortable transfer to the renowned tourist destination of Krabi. The journey by bus or private minivan typically takes around 4-5 hours. Bus or minivan tickets from Surat Thani to Krabi are priced between $7 and $21 per person.
    • Alternatively, travelers can indulge in the private taxi ride to Krabi, with a travel time of approximately 2-3 hours and costs ranging from $70 to $280 for a car accommodating 4-5 passengers or various minivans. Booking affordable bus/minivan tickets or arranging a taxi ride online is now hassle-free. Avoiding scams in Thailand is made easier by purchasing tickets online. Secure your bus/van tickets or private taxi from Surat Thani to Krabi online and peruse this informative article. From Krabi, travelers can also venture to Koh Yao Yai or Phuket by ferry or speedboat.

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    • Krabi stands as a premier tourist destination and idyllic beach getaway, ranking among the most frequented spots in southern Thailand. Offering an array of activities for international tourists, including boat excursions, snorkeling, and sea sports, Krabi promises endless adventure. Travelers can embark on boat or ferry journeys from Krabi to neighboring islands in the Andaman Sea, such as Koh Phi Phi and Koh Lanta. Krabi boasts three renowned beaches – Ao Nang, Railay Beach, and Klong Muang Beach – located approximately 10-20 km from the town center.
    • Adventure-seekers can explore coral reefs on Koh Poda, while those seeking relaxation can indulge in the therapeutic Hot Springs, located about 70 km from Krabi town. With no flight or railway connection between Krabi and Surat Thani, travelers can opt for either a tourist bus/minivan or a private taxi/car to reach Krabi. Discover the transportation options to Krabi outlined below. From Surat Thani, travelers can also journey by boat/ferry to Koh Samui, the renowned island in the Gulf of Thailand.
Transfer Mode – Surat Thani to Krabi: Travel Time Cost Range
Tourist Bus / Minivan 3-5.5 hours $7-21/pp
Private Car / Taxi 2-3 hours $70-280/car

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How do I get from Surat Thani to Krabi?


1. MINIVAN / VAN from Surat Thani to Krabi

The most used and cheap option of transportation from Surat Thani to Krabi is a transfer by minivan / minibus. It is a popular form of transport on this route, as there is no railway between these cities and this option is relatively convenient and fast. For a minivan transfer from Surat Thani to Krabi, you can use companies such as Phantip 1970, 12GO Transport, Phangan Tour 2000 or Phichet Transport.

These companies will offer you these smaller minivans for a limited number of passengers, usually they are designed for 9-14 passengers. These minivans can depart from various locations in Surat Thani city center and arrive at various locations in Krabi such as Krabi Bus Terminal, Ao Nang, Ao Nam Mao Pier and other locations.

You will see all this information about departure points in Surat Thani and arrival points in Krabi when searching and booking tickets online, so read everything carefully. Also look at the maps where these departure and arrival points are located, and you know where you are going.

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Ticket prices for transfers by minivan or minibus to Krabi / Ao Nang may vary depending on the travel route and the company. A minivan / minibus transfer from Surat Thani to Krabi costs between $7-21/pp, eg going to Ao Nang may be a bit more expensive than going to Krabi Bus Terminal.

Ticket prices are roughly the same throughout the year or may only slightly differ or change. The schedule of these minivans from Surat Thani to Krabi is relatively long and there are enough of these connections every day, you are sure to choose your suitable connection. You can easily search and buy minivan tickets from Surat Thani to Krabi online in advance.

It is advisable to arrive at the departure point in Surat Thani town at least 30-60 minutes before the departure of the bus. Transport by minivan / minibus to Krabi is mainly suitable for ordinary solo low-cost travelers who have a more limited budget for their travel. The advantage is also the possibility that this way you can also reach the harbors from where ships leave for Koh Phi Phi or other islands.

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You can travel by minivan or minibus from Surat Thani to Krabi (photo: 12go.asia)


2. BUS from Surat Thani to Krabi

Another cheaper land transfer option from Surat Thani to Krabi is to travel by bus. It is actually a similar option as traveling by minivan or minibus, but with the difference that these are larger classic buses. Companies such as Phichet Transport or Phantip 1970, which offer classic buses with seats, offer this option of transport between Surat Thani and Krabi.

Buses can depart from various stops or stations in Surat Thani, and in Krabi they mostly arrive at the Krabi Bus Terminal, which is located in the northern part of Krabi city center. You will again see information about bus departures and arrivals when searching for tickets online.

The journey by bus from Surat Thani to Krabi takes about 5 hours, with the fact that this time may vary slightly, the indicated travel time may not be exactly observed. It is therefore a slightly slower option than traveling in a smaller minivan or minibus. Buses may also make other stops along the way.

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A bus transfer to Krabi from Surat Thani costs around $7/pp, usually the cheapest option between these cities. Bus tickets from Surat Thani to Krabi are again easy to find and buy online well in advance. Buses usually also accept e-tickets in mobile phones, so it is not necessary to print them.

You will receive these e-tickets to your specified email after your reservation. However, always read the current transfer information and conditions when booking and follow all instructions from the bus companies. The bus transfer to Krabi is sought after mainly among low-cost travelers, due to the lower price of the fare.

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You can travel by bus from Surat Thani to Krabi (photo: 12go.asia)


3. TAXI / CAR from Surat Thani to Krabi

The most convenient, fast, but at the same time the most expensive transfer option to Krabi from Surat Thani is by private car/taxi with a driver. The advantage of a private transfer is the possibility to choose your departure point in Surat Thani and your arrival point in Krabi, which again saves you time. So you can drive all the way to the hotel in Krabi or to various beach spots and ports in the area.

Private modern car transfers to Krabi are offered by companies such as Krabi Shuttle, 12GO Transport, King Travel, Kanokwan Travel, Van2 Travel, Phantip Charter, Bangkok Taxi 24, Andaman taxis, Ramon Transport, Phuket Transfer Travel Andamans, Kim Transfers, Mr Toon and Call Me Taxi. Most of these companies also have good references from other travelers and offer transfers on other routes in Thailand.

Most of these companies offer modern and comfortable smaller classic cars, SUVs and even larger minivans for more people. These minivans are mainly suitable for group travel. The offer of cars and companies is therefore relatively wide and you will certainly choose the car you want. Transportation by private car/taxi with driver from Surat Thani to Krabi takes about 2-3 hours, but this time may vary depending on your travel route and/or the type of car.

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Transfer by private car with driver from Surat Thani to Krabi costs between $70-280/car, these prices vary by car type. Smaller classic cars for 1-3 passengers are usually always a cheaper option than larger SUVs or minivans for more people. Of course, luxury and latest car models are always the most expensive option.

Once again, you can easily search, view and book your private chauffeured car to Krabi from Surat Thani online ahead of time. When booking, please read all current transfer information and instructions and follow all instructions from these taxi companies to avoid any misunderstandings.

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From Surat Thani to Krabi you can also travel by private car/taxi (photo: Bangkok Taxi 24, 12go.asia)


Frequently Asked Questions – Surat Thani to Krabi:

1. How to book tickets or taxi from Surat Thani to Krabi?

2. What is the travel time from Surat Thani to Krabi?

    • Travel by bus/minivan from Surat Thani to Krabi takes about 3-5.5 hours.
    • Travel by private taxi/car from Surat Thani to Krabi takes about 2-3 hours.

3. What is the travel distance from Surat Thani to Krabi?

    • Travel distance from Surat Thani to Krabi is about 160 km by land.

4. How much does it cost to travel from Surat Thani to Krabi?

    • Travel by bus/minivan from Surat Thani to Krabi costs about $7-21/pp.
    • Travel by private taxi or car from Surat Thani to Krabi costs about $70-280/car .

5. How to get from Surat Thani to Ao Nang in Krabi?

    • From Surat Thani to Ao Nang you can travel by bus/van. Travel by bus/van from Surat Thani to Ao Nang in Krabi costs about $15/pp and it takes about 4.5 hours. There are some buses from Surat Thani town or Surat Thani train station, check and book tickets on 12go.asia.

6. How many ways you can use for transfer to Krabi from Surat Thani?

    • There are 3 options how you can travel to Krabi or Krabi Airport from Surat Thani. You can travel by bus, minivan or private taxi/car. There is no other way of transfer.

7. Is there a private taxi from Surat Thani Airport to Krabi?

    • Yes, you can travel by private taxi already from Surat Thani Airport to Krabi. Travel by taxi from Surat Thani Airport to Krabi takes about 2-3 hours and cost about $80-120, you can book your private taxi on 12go.asia.

8. Is it possible to travel by train from Surat Thani to Krabi?

    • No, it is not possible to travel by train from Surat Thani town to Krabi town, because there is no railway between these sites. Krabi town has no railway station.

9. Is there a flight from Surat Thani to Krabi?

    • No, there is no direct flight between Surat Thani to Krabi, it is not possible to travel by plane.

10. Where to travel from Krabi?

    • From Krabi you can travel to various islands in this area. E.g you can take a ferry/boat to Koh Phi Phi or Koh Lanta. There are various tourist boats and ferries between these islands. From Krabi town or Krabi Airport to Koh Lanta you can also travel by bus/van or private taxi. From Krabi you can also travel to Khao Sok National Park.

11. How to travel from Krabi to Koh Yao Islands?

    • If you want to go to Koh Yao (Koh Yao Yai and Koh Yao Noi), you have to take a speedboat or high-speed ferry from Ao Nang or Railay, travel time is about 30 minutes – 1hour.

12. How to travel from Krabi to Surat Thani?

    • If you want to travel to Surat Thani from Krabi you can travel by the same way how you arrived to Krabi.

13. Where you can also go from Surat Thani and how?

    • From Surat Thani town you can travel to the north of Thailand, e.g. by train / van or car to Hua Hin. Travel by train of Thai Railway to Hua Hin takes about 6-8 hours, it is the most popular option of transport between these cities.

14. Does Krabi have an airport?

    • Yes, Krabi has an airport, it is about 13 km from the town of Krabi. From Krabi Airport you can travel by plane to another sites in Thailand. There are also direct flights to Bangkok from Krabi Airport.

15. What are the most popular and beautiful islands in Thailand?

    • Thailand has a lot of beautiful islands also accessible for tourists. Koh Samui, Koh Phangan, Koh Chang, Koh Kood, Phuket or Koh Phi Phi….there are many islands. You should read this article about 13 Best Islands in Thailand.

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🚍 Bus from Surat Thani to Krabi – Bus Schedule + Bus Tickets:

Bus Schedule - Surat Thani to Krabi

Departs in S.Thani

Arrival in Krabi

Bus Ticket - Price

Phantip 1970

09:00

13:00

From $7-14/pp

Phantip 1970

10:30

13:30

From $7-14/pp

Phantip 1970

12:00

16:00

From $7-14/pp

Phantip 1970

13:30

16:30

From $7-14/pp

Phantip 1970

15:00

18:00

From $7-14/pp

Phantip 1970

16:30

16:30

From $7-14/pp

12GO Transport

08:00

13:30

From $16-21/pp

12GO Transport

09:00

13:00

From $16.00/pp

12GO Transport

10:30

14:30

From $16.00/pp

12GO Transport

11:00

17:30

From $21.00/pp

12GO Transport

12:00

16:00

From $16.00/pp

12GO Transport

13:30

17:30

From $16.00/pp

12GO Transport

16:30

19:30

From $16.00/pp

Phangan Tour

09:00

13:00

From $17.00/pp

Phangan Tour

10:30

14:30

From $17.00/pp

Phangan Tour

12:00

15:00

From $10.00/pp

Phangan Tour

13:30

16:30

From $10.00/pp

Phangan Tour

15:00

18:00

From $10.00/pp

Phangan Tour

16:30

19:30

From $10.00/pp

Phichet Trans.

10:00

15:00

From $7.00/pp

Phichet Trans.

12:30

17:30

From $7.00/pp

Phichet Trans.

14:00

19:00

From $7.00/pp

Phichet Trans.

16:10

21:10

From $7.00/pp


🚕 Taxi Schedule / Timetable – Surat Thani to Krabi + Prices:

Taxi Schedule - Surat Thani to Krabi

Departs in Surat Thani

Travel time

Price (Car)

Bangkok Taxi 24

Any time

02:05

From $82.00

Bangkok Taxi 24

Any time

02:00

From $82.00

Bangkok Taxi 24

Any time

01:55

From $82.00

Bangkok Taxi 24

Any time

02:05

From $95.00

Bangkok Taxi 24

Any time

02:10

From $95.00

Andaman Taxis

Any time

03:00

From $87.00

Andaman Taxis

Any time

03:00

From $90.00

Andaman Taxis

Any time

03:00

From $90.00

Mr Toon

Any time

02:30

From $103.00

Kim Transfers

Any time

02:30

From $96.00

Ramon Transport

Any time

02:30

From $78.00

Ramon Transport

Any time

02:30

From $81.00

Phuket Transfer

Any time

03:00

From $87.00

12GO Transport

Any time

02:30

From $80.00

King Travel

Any time

02:30

From $85.00

Kanokwan Travel

Any time

03:30

From $85.00

Van2 Travel

Any time

03:00

From $95.00

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