1. Minivan / Bus to Khao Sok
2. Taxi / Car to Khao Sok
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From Phuket to Khao Sok you can travel by minivan/bus or private taxi.
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- The travel distance from Phuket to Khao Sok National Park is approximately 160 km by bus or car. The best, popular, and affordable option to reach Khao Sok National Park is to travel by minivan or minibus. Traveling by minivan or bus to Khao Sok from Phuket takes about 2.5-5 hours, and bus tickets cost around $10-32 per person. The fastest route is from Phuket International Airport, and there are also hotel transfers available from Phuket town. Another option to travel to Khao Sok is by booking a private taxi or car.
- Traveling by private car or taxi from Phuket to Khao Sok costs approximately $75-130 per car. This mode of transportation is the fastest, taking about 1.5-4 hours, and private taxis or cars depart from Phuket International Airport or Phuket town. Modern cars and fast minivans are available for the journey to Khao Sok. Easily book and purchase tickets or private car/taxi online from Phuket to Khao Sok. From Khao Sok National Park, you can travel to Krabi, one of the most popular tourist destinations in southern Thailand. From Krabi, you can take a ferry or boat to Koh Phi Phi, or you can travel to Koh Lanta – another popular island in southern Thailand.
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- Khao Sok National Park is a Thai national park located in the southern part of the country. The park features numerous limestone cliffs emerging from the Cheow Lan lake, created after the construction of the Ratchabrapha Dam in 1982. Its rainforest is believed to be older and more species-diverse than the Amazon rainforest. Its landscape, characterized by ancient evergreen rainforests and towering hills, offers captivating hiking trails for nature enthusiasts. As Khao Sok National Park lacks an airport and railway, travel by train or plane is not feasible. There are two main options to travel to Khao Sok from Phuket: by minivan/bus or private car/taxi.
| Transfer Mode – Phuket to Khao Sok: | Travel Time | Cost Range |
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| Minivan / Bus | 2.5-5 hours | $10-32/pp |
| Private Taxi / Car with a driver | 1.5-4 hours | $75-130/car |
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How do I get from Phuket to Khao Sok?
1. BUS / MINIVAN from Phuket to Khao Sok
The preferred and cheapest transfer option from Phuket to Khao Sok National Park is by bus or minivan. On this route, you can use the larger classic buses of 465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport or the smaller minivans of Call Me Taxi or other local companies. Minivans are actually smaller buses for a limited number of passengers.
Buses depart from Phuket Bus Terminal 2 and smaller minivans can depart from various locations, such as Kata Karon, Phuket Airport, Bang Rong Pier, Rassada Pier, Patong or Phuket Town. Buses then arrive at the Entrance to National Park at Khao Sok and minivans will provide you with a transfer to the places where you will be staying or to other places.
You can see all the information about the departure points in Phuket and the arrival points in Khao Sok together with the current timetable of these buses and minivans online. Transportation by bus or minivan from Phuket to Khao Sok National Park takes about 2.5-5 hours, depending on where you depart from. The fastest option can be a transfer from Phuket Airport, from there the journey takes about 2.5 hours.
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However, if you go from, for example, Kata Karon, the transfer can take up to 5 hours. However, the indicated driving times may not always be strictly observed and there may be a delay at departure or even during the journey. Transfer by bus and minivan is mainly sought after by regular solo and low-cost travelers, as it is a cheap option.
Bus or minivan transfer tickets from Phuket to Khao Sok National Park cost between $10-32/pp, larger classic buses are always cheaper than smaller minivans. These prices may vary slightly during the year or seasons and are not fixed.
Bus and minivan tickets to Khao Sok from Phuket can be easily searched and purchased online in advance. It is advisable to arrive at the departure point in Phuket well in advance, at least 30-60 minutes before the bus departs.
2. TAXI / PRIVATE CAR from Phuket to Khao Sok
Another, but at the same time more expensive transfer option from Phuket to Khao Sok National Park is transport by private car/taxi with a driver. In some cases, however, this option can be faster than traveling by classic bus or minivan. Private modern cars and taxi with a driver for a transfer to Khao Sok National Park from Phuket are offered by companies such as Andaman Taxis, Bangkok Taxi 24, Ramon Transport, Phuket Transfer Travel Andaman, Call Me Taxi, Koh Ngai Camping, Kanokwan Travel or GB Limousine.
Most of these companies offer smaller classic cars or even larger minivans and SUVs for more people on this route. Such minivans, for example, are suitable for group travel and can transport, for example, 9-10 passengers at a time. You can take private cars/taxi from various places in Phuket, you can also choose your location, for example you can go directly from your hotel to your accommodation in Khao Sok.
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Other departure points are, for example, Phuket Airport, Bang Rong Pier, Rawai Panwa, Patong, Rassada Pier, Laem Hin Pier and other well-known places. You will see all this information from where you can use a private transfer in Phuket and where you can arrive when you search and book a car online.
Transportation by private car/taxi with a driver from Phuket to Khao Sok Park takes about 1.5-4 hours, this time varies depending on where you depart from. A private car transfer to Khao Sok from Phuket costs between $75-130/car, these prices vary depending on the type of car you choose. The rule of thumb is that a smaller car is a cheaper option than, say, a larger minivan for more people.
However, you can divide the fare for a private transfer and calculate it for individual passengers, so as a result, even minivan transport may be advantageous. You can easily search, view and book your private chauffeured car from Phuket to Khao Sok online in advance. Always read all transfer conditions carefully, companies may have different terms, thereby avoiding possible misunderstandings.
❓ FAQ + TIPS – Travel route from Phuket to Khao Sok:
1. How to book tickets or taxi/car from Phuket to Khao Sok?
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- Search and book tickets or taxi/car from Phuket to Khao Sok online on 12go.asia ➜.
- You can change your departure, arrivel, e.g. Phuket > Surat Thani, Surat Thani > Khao Sok…
2. What is the travel time from Phuket to Khao Sok?
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- Travel by minivan/bus from Phuket to Khao Sok National Park takes about 2.5-5 hours.
- Travel by private taxi/car from Phuket to Khao Sok National Park takes about 1.5-4 hours.
3. What is the travel distance from Phuket to Khao Sok?
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- Travel distance from Phuket to Khao Sok national Park is about 160 km by land (bus, car).
4. How much does it cost to get from Phuket to Khao Sok?
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- Travel by minivan/bus from Phuket to Khao Sok costs about $10-32/pp.
- Travel by private taxi/car from Phuket to Khao Sok costs about $75-130/car.
5. Is it possible to travel by train from Phuket to Khao Sok?
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- No, there is no railway to Khao Sok National Park from Phuket, it is not possible to travel by train.
6. Is there a flight from Phuket to Khao Sok?
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- No, there are no flights to Khao Sok National Park from Phuket, because there is no airport in Khao Sok.
7. How to travel from Phuket to Khao Lak?
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- Khao Lak is about 60 km from Khao Sok National Park and about 100 from Phuket. There are also various minivans, minibuses or private cars from Phuket to Khao Lak. Read this article: How to go from Phuket to Khao Lak?
8. How do I get from Khao Sok National Park to Surat Thani?
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- From Khao Sok National Park you can get to Surat Thani by minivan / minibus or private taxi and car. There is no other way of transport. There is no train and no flight from Khao Sok National Park to Surat Thani. Surat Thani is about 130 km from Khao Sok and transport by minivan takes about 2.5 hours.
9. Where to stay in Khao Sok National Park? Bungalow, hotel or resort?
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- There are some types of cheap and luxury bungalows or resorts in Khao Sok National Park, at the lake. A lot of them are in Khao Sok city or nearby in the jungle. There are tourist resorts or ecolodges. Check and book your bungalow / resort in Khao Sok online > Book your accommodation in Khao Sok online.
10. How do you get from Khao Sok National Park to Koh Samui?
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- From Khao Sok National Park to Koh Samui you can travel by minivan/taxi + ferry via Surat Thani. Another option is to take a minivan or private taxi to Phuket Airport and from this airport you can take a direct flight to Koh Samui. Read this article > How to travel to Koh Samui from Khao Sok?
11. Where you can also travel from Phuket?
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- You can visit various sites or islands in Phang Nga Bay. You can travel by boat to Koh Yao Yai, Koh Phi Phi or you can also go to Krabi. Krabi Province belong to the most popular tourist sites in southern Thailand. From Phuket you can also travel via Surat Thani town to Koh Samui – the most popular island in the Gulf of Thailand.
12. What is the best time to visit Khao Sok National Park?
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- The best time to visit Khao Sok National Park in Thailand depends on your preferences and what you want to experience during your visit. In summary, the best time to visit Khao Sok National Park is during the dry season from December to April, especially if you want to see wildlife and go hiking or trekking. However, if you prefer water-based activities like rafting or kayaking, then the rainy season from May to November may be the best time to visit.
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🚍 Bus Schedule / Timetable – Phuket to Khao Sok + Bus Tickets:
Bus / Van Schedule - Phuket to Khao Sok | Departure in Phuket | Arrival in Khao Sok | Price |
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Call Me Taxi | 08:00 | 12.00 | From $32.00 |
Call Me Taxi | 13:30 | 18.00 | From $25.00 |
465 Surat Thani Phuket | 06:00 | 10.20 | From $10.00 |
465 Surat Thani Phuket | 07:30 | 11.20 | From $10.00 |
465 Surat Thani Phuket | 08:30 | 12.20 | From $10.00 |
465 Surat Thani Phuket | 11:00 | 14.50 | From $10.00 |
465 Surat Thani Phuket | 13:40 | 17.20 | From $10.00 |
🚕 Taxi Schedule / Timetable – Phuket to Khao Sok + Prices:
Taxi Schedule - Phuket to Khao Sok | Departure | Travel time | Price (Car) |
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Bangkok Taxi 24 | Any Time | 02:30 | From $95.00 |
Phuket Transfer | Any Time | 03:00 | From $85.00 |
Andaman Taxis | Any Time | 01:30 | From $92.00 |
Call Me Taxi | Any Time | 02:30 | From $75.00 |
Ramon Transport | Any Time | 02:30 | From $95.00 |
Kanokwan Travel | Any Time | 03:30 | From $88.00 |
GB Limousine | Any Time | 02:30 | From $102.00 |
Koh Ngai Camping | Any Time | 02:30 | From $95.00 |
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