The Driver wanted me to sit between two seats in the last row between two other people due to the passenger amount exceeding the amount of available seats. I refused and got to sit in the front on the luggage. I was fine with it, but this should not be the expected standard for such a long ride. If the driver would have crashed, I'd be the first person to fly out of the windshield. The other passengers also experienced a bad situation where the air conditioning was leaking water which dropped on the passengers below. Overall, a fun adventure but definetly a one time thing which I tolerated out of desperation.
Koh Chang to Bangkok, Bus Minibus + Ferry + Van, Suwarnphum Burapha (บริษัทสุวรรณภูมิบูรพา), Feb 22, 2026
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Ielena G
Perfect, the driver was really nice
Koh Chang to Bangkok, Bus Taxi + Ferry + Standard bus, Siamese Trans, Dec 11, 2025
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Evita W
Rude driver no space even though we arrived first we had to sit at the back next to the luggage. doesn't explain anything and tells us to get off the car and then we had to wait 30 minutes in the middle of nowhere for another van to pick us up... didn't even tell us it was going to go to Pattaya before going to Bangkok airport and we arrived two hours later than the expected time
Koh Chang to Bangkok, Bus Minibus + Ferry + Van, Suwarnphum Burapha (บริษัทสุวรรณภูมิบูรพา), May 18, 2025
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Megaskocdopole
The ladies ar check in were exteremely unfriendly..without informing us about delay they let us wait for an hour to weight our luggage only before departure. One was overload, the other was fine. They didn't allow us to put heavy stuff from one to another due to delay and we had to pay. However the ride itself and the driver were great. Vehicle a bit older.
Koh Chang to Bangkok, Bus Minibus + Ferry + Van, Suwarnphum Burapha (บริษัทสุวรรณภูมิบูรพา), May 6, 2025
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Jonathan B
our driver was very unfriendly, tried to hit a woman over having her feet on the seat. shouted at me after i confronted him about that.
Koh Chang to Bangkok, Bus Minibus + Ferry + Van, Suwarnphum Burapha (บริษัทสุวรรณภูมิบูรพา), Feb 7, 2025
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Vasyl K
Slow but almost on time
Koh Chang to Bangkok, Bus Minibus + Ferry + Van, Suwarnphum Burapha (บริษัทสุวรรณภูมิบูรพา), Oct 29, 2024
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Dmytro P
We arrived 1 hour faster. In general it was just as any regular ride bought on 12go
Koh Chang to Bangkok, Bus Minibus + Ferry + Van, Suwarnphum Burapha (บริษัทสุวรรณภูมิบูรพา), Jul 28, 2024
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Toni I
The bus was a bit late and there was no water. But otherwise it was ok.
Would book it again.
This review was autotranslated
Der Bus hatte etwas Verspätung und es gab kein Wasser. Aber ansonsten war es Ok.
Würde es wieder buchen.
Koh Chang to Bangkok, Bus Minibus + Ferry + Van, Suwarnphum Burapha (บริษัทสุวรรณภูมิบูรพา), Feb 21, 2024
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Wlodzimierz
Transport delayed about 2,5 h (planned arrival 19:00 vs 21:30), mainly because of a lot of chaos during departure from Koh Chang (changes of minibus, additional transport to hotel -> ferry -> bus station -> hotel -> ferry, at least we leave a ferry after 1 pm). We feel shaking rollercoaster on every hole and speed bump. A lot of water from air conditioning.
I propose to take transport to Airport and then BTS train to everywhere else.
Koh Chang to Bangkok, Bus Minibus + Ferry + Van, Suwarnphum Burapha (บริษัทสุวรรณภูมิบูรพา), Jan 15, 2024
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Štěpán J
The minivan with like no buffers at all, very uncomfortable, also 2 times extremely unnecessary long stops more than 20mins and as result in the end late arrival for more than 30mins after 17:30 instead of 17:00
Koh Chang to Bangkok, Bus Minibus + Ferry + Van, Suwarnphum Burapha (บริษัทสุวรรณภูมิบูรพา), May 29, 2023
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Koh Chang to Bangkok Bus Schedule
Operator
Class
Departure Time
Arrival Time
Price
Rating
Boonsiri High Speed Ferries
Van + Ferry + Bus
08:00
19:30
$30.93
Boonsiri High Speed Ferries
Van + Ferry + Bus
09:00
17:30
$24.75
Suwarnphum Burapha
Minibus + Ferry + Van
10:00
17:30
$20.11
3.9
Siamese Trans
Taxi + Ferry + Standard bus
12:00
20:10
$26.35
5.0
Siamese Trans
Taxi + Ferry + Standard bus
12:20
20:10
$26.35
Siamese Trans
Taxi + Ferry + Standard bus
12:40
20:10
$23.26
Suwarnphum Burapha
Minibus + Ferry + Van
13:00
20:30
$20.11
3.9
How to get from Koh Chang to Bangkok by bus
Bus travel remains one of the most affordable and convenient ways to travel between many destinations. Getting from Koh Chang to Bangkok 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 Koh Chang to Bangkok 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 Koh Chang from Bangkok?
If travelling by bus, you will cover the distance of 517 km between Koh Chang and Bangkok.
How long does it take to get from Koh Chang to Bangkok by bus?
Buses normally need between 10h and 10h hours to get to Bangkok from Koh Chang. 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, Suwarnphum Burapha (บริษัทสุวรรณภูมิบูรพา) offers the fastest service. Suwarnphum Burapha (บริษัทสุวรรณภูมิบูรพา) 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 Koh Chang to Bangkok 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 Koh Chang and Bangkok remains an affordable option. The cheapest ticket is offered by Suwarnphum Burapha (บริษัทสุวรรณภูมิบูรพา) and costs USD 26.29. A Suwarnphum Burapha (บริษัทสุวรรณภูมิบูรพา)'s ticket will set you back USD 26.29 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.