Facts about the bus from Bangkok to Ranong
| Cheapest Bus | $17 |
| Fastest Bus | 8h 15m |
| Earliest Bus | 8:15 AM |
| Latest Bus | 8:00 PM |
| Daily Bus Routes | 10 |
| Distance | 715 kilometers |
| Bus Companies | ChokeAnan Tour, Siamese Trans, Sombat Tour, Torch, Transport Co |
Buses from Bangkok to Ranong
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Bangkok to Ranong Destination Reviews
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Sarah CThe bus was comfortable with large seats, we were given snacks and water and a lunch voucher. There was a toilet on board. We arrived in Ranong on schedule.
Bangkok to Ranong, Bus VIP 33, Sombat Tour (สมบัติ ทัวร์), Nov 27, 2025
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Anette SSorry, but it was tooo cold for me 😞
Bangkok to Ranong, Bus VIP, ChokeAnan Tour, Nov 9, 2025
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Yuvraj Over all
Bangkok to Ranong, Bus Express, Transport Co (บริษัท ขนส่ง จำกัด), Oct 29, 2025
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John EJourney was fine ! Left property on the pitstop . Reported my mistake . After a phone call or two my wallet was found an sent on the next bus ! Brilliant service, thank you !
Bangkok to Ranong, Bus VIP, ChokeAnan Tour (บริษัท โชคอนันต์ชุมพร จำกัด), Aug 30, 2025
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Scott PBe aware the arrival time on ticket is for the final destination of the bus and not for the stop you get of. We arrived in Ranong at 4am instead of 7am. Would be nice to know that beforehand. Especially when the taxi drivers at bus station can be quite forceful. Police officers are also present. There are hotels right next to station that are open during the night.
Other than that the bus was comfortable and the ticket functions as a food voucher at the stop. The toilet on the bus was disgusting.
Bangkok to Ranong, Bus Express, Transport Co (บริษัท ขนส่ง จำกัด), May 10, 2025
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Daniel Very helpful and friendly staff. Plenty of leg space. The climate control was not too cold. Quick meal was included. We arrived at destination even earlier than scheduled.
Bangkok to Ranong, Bus VIP, ChokeAnan Tour (บริษัท โชคอนันต์ชุมพร จำกัด), Feb 23, 2024
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Jean-christophe Lcomfortable quick usb plug for each bench toilet still clean stop at 7/11 much appreciated 5 stars
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Bangkok to Ranong, Bus Express, Transport Co (บริษัท ขนส่ง จำกัด), Feb 3, 2024
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Alison HEfficient and on time
Bangkok to Ranong, Bus VIP 24, ChokeAnan Tour (บริษัท โชคอนันต์ชุมพร จำกัด), Oct 21, 2023
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Amelie HThe VIP-24 bus was quite comfortable for sleeping although some of the seat components (e.g. footrest) weren't functioning well. What was rather confusing and troublesome though was that the seats advertised on the website were not available (I was contacted after booking that onlz VIP-32 seats were available) and that I couldn't reserve specific seats. The departure time was also one hour later than advertised and communicated by email. And then to my positive surprise, when I picked up the tickets at the bus station I was able to upgrade to VIP-24 after all. Confusing... The stewardess on the bus was also rather rough and slightly unfriendly.
Bangkok to Ranong, Bus VIP 32, ChokeAnan Tour (บริษัท โชคอนันต์ชุมพร จำกัด), Apr 3, 2023
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Victoria BBooked from Bangkok all the way to Koh Phayam island! We booked the 17pm bus and the website automatically booked us the 10am travel from Ranong to the pier for the 11:30am boat.. the owner of the tour company called us & said he could move us to the earlier bus from Ranong 6:30am & the earlier bus 8:30am so we weren’t waiting around! Everything super straight forward & nice, free water, jam sandwich & juice, also a really good bus for the price, can stretch your chair out into a bed basically! I would 100% use again!
Bangkok to Ranong, Bus Express, Transport Co (บริษัท ขนส่ง จำกัด), Mar 2, 2023
Bangkok to Ranong Bus Schedule
| Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
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Sombat Tour | VIP 33 | 08:15 | 17:15 | $23.87 | |
ChokeAnan Tour | Intercity | 09:00 | 17:30 | $15.34 | |
ChokeAnan Tour | Express | 09:00 | 17:30 | $17.90 | |
ChokeAnan Tour | Express | 09:00 | 19:00 | $15.34 | |
ChokeAnan Tour | Intercity | 09:00 | 17:00 | $15.34 | |
Tara Tour and Travel | Standard | 16:00 | 05:00 | $23.43 | |
Torch | Standard | 16:00 | 05:00 | $25.00 | |
Transport Co | Express | 17:00 | 07:18 | $15.34 | |
Sombat Tour | VIP 33 | 19:00 | 04:00 | $23.87 | |
Lignite | Express | 19:05 | 04:35 | $22.90 | |
Lignite | Intercity | 19:05 | 04:35 | $19.62 | |
Lignite | VIP 24 | 19:05 | 04:35 | $30.53 | |
Lignite | Intercity | 19:20 | 03:40 | $22.34 | |
ChokeAnan Tour | VIP | 20:00 | 05:00 | $17.90 | |
ChokeAnan Tour | Intercity | 20:00 | 04:30 | $15.34 | |
ChokeAnan Tour | VIP 24 | 20:00 | 04:30 | $23.87 | |
ChokeAnan Tour | Express | 20:00 | 04:30 | $17.90 | |
Sombat Tour | Express 44 | 20:00 | 05:00 | $17.90 | |
ChokeAnan Tour | VIP 24 | 20:00 | 05:00 | $23.87 | |
ChokeAnan Tour | Express | 20:00 | 04:00 | $17.90 |
Transportation from Bangkok to Ranong
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Buses$ 16.87
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Flights$ 85.02
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Taxis$ 25.52
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Vans$ 28.84
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Trains are not available
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Ferries are not available
Popular Routes
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How to get from Bangkok to Ranong by bus
Bus travel remains one of the most affordable and convenient ways to travel between many destinations. Getting from Bangkok to Ranong by bus may not be the fastest way of travel, yet many travellers prefer to rely on the bus on this route; with easy online booking and tickets of different classes for all tastes and budgets available, the bus from Bangkok to Ranong a conscious and budget-friendly option.
Check the timetable before you book your ticket and read other travellers’ reviews to choose the trip that suits you best. Note that there may be several bus terminals at your departure or arrival point – always double-check where you are leaving from and arriving to. It may prove crucial if you have connecting trips.
Here is the list of operators serving the route: .
How far is Bangkok from Ranong?
If travelling by bus, you will cover the distance of 715 km between Bangkok and Ranong.
How long does it take to get from Bangkok to Ranong by bus?
Buses normally need between 8h 30m and 14h 18m hours to get to Ranong from Bangkok. Note that the travel time is for your reference only and can depend on different factors such as traffic and weather conditions. Heavy rainfalls almost inevitably make the trip longer due to poor visibility or floods. Road and surface repairs which happen quite often, result in detours and longer travel times. Major national holidays, long weekends, or peak season periods may cause delays both in departures and arrivals – plan accordingly to avoid disappointment, especially if you have further connections and a tight schedule.
On this route, ChokeAnan Tour offers the fastest service. Transport Co (บริษัท ขนส่ง จำกัด) buses usually take the longest time to complete the journey.
Remember, though, that tickets offering the shortest travel time are normally the most expensive ones. Yet it pays to spend a bit more to ensure your bus goes direct without additional stops and uses highways instead of local roads.
How much does it cost to get from Bangkok to Ranong by bus?
The price of your bus ticket will depend not only on the distance you need to cover but on the class of your coach. E.g. expect to shell out more for VIP or sleeper buses while ordinary buses though being the cheapest option, often are a compromise on comfort and travel time. Of course, they do their job, too, and can be the only option if you hop on/off in the middle of the route.
Anyway, travelling by bus between Bangkok and Ranong remains an affordable option. The cheapest ticket is offered by Transport Co (บริษัท ขนส่ง จำกัด) and costs USD 16.87. A ChokeAnan Tour's ticket will set you back USD 16.87 on average.
Travelling by bus essentials
- If you are planning to travel during the high season, weekends, or national holidays, booking your bus tickets in advance is highly recommended. The demand is at its highest, yet very often, the number of coaches serving the route remains the same. The earlier you reserve your seat, the better. On some routes, you need to secure your ticket more than a month in advance; on others, a couple-of-days advanced booking is enough. During such periods, try to book online beforehand whenever possible, as showing up at the bus station without a ticket may result in many-hours of waiting in the queue or leave you downright stranded.
- VIP, 1st, Gold, and similar bus tickets are the most expensive option, but they provide a higher level of comfort. Normally the price of such tickets will include wide soft reclining seats, blankets, water and snacks or lunch, and sometimes some toiletries. Upper-class buses travel faster, make fewer stops during the route, and normally provide more spacious seating to their passengers and a better travel experience.
- Not all buses have an on-board toilet, but generally, for all trips longer than three hours, all operators schedule a bathroom and/or a lunch stop. While operators definitely do their best to keep on-board toilets clean, the smell may be an issue sometimes. For longer trips, booking a seat a bit farther from the toilet may be a good idea. Also, using bathroom stops for your toilet needs is always better than trying to find your balance in an on-board toilet on the run.
- If you travel by an air-con bus, make sure to pack layers. A hoodie, a warm scarf, or a beanie hat may prove a good idea. Air-conditioning on buses tends to be excessive, and running nose and sore throats abound after even not the longest bus rides.
- Always use the security belts even if your bus ride attendant or driver does not insist on it. Your safety comes first – for you, for sure. All buses normally are equipped with security belts, but they may be fixed behind your seat. Take time to find the belt and fix it appropriately.
- To avoid being disturbed by overhead lights, switched on during stops even at night, and too loud music or sound from the on-board entertainment system, have earplugs and a sleeping mask at hand.
- As a courtesy to other passengers, avoid using strong perfumes or smelly foods. Some foods like cheeses or durians are forbidden to take on-board – check in advance. Alcohol is also prohibited on the majority of buses.
- Note that if the bus requires refuelling en-route, passengers will be asked to get off the bus. Operators are not allowed to refuel with passengers on board due to safety reasons. Usually, it takes from 5 to 10 minutes and is often combined with a toilet/lunch stop.
- If not stated otherwise in your tickets, arrive at the bus station 20-30 minutes before departure. It will give you enough time to find the departure platform and check-in. For international trips, you may need more time for check-in and border formalities.