Bus is a convenient way of travel no matter whether you need to get to a neighboring town a couple of hours away or venture further afield crossing the whole country. Whatever your budget, buses have you covered. Express buses offer the most affordable ticket price for travellers who have very little money to spend. VIP options are geared toward those who do not want to compromise on comfort. Before you jump on a bus, make sure you choose the type of service which suits you best. For a long-haul trip look for a VIP or first-class coach which provides non-stop service to your destination or just call a minor number of stations along the way. Express or local buses in many cases may prove an acceptable choice for shorter trips, but longer rides are often not the best buy. Study the timetable before going as many long-haul destinations are served by night buses, and some offer wider seats or sleeper berths for such travels. Make an online reservation for your bus ticket with Nor Phuangphet Transport. Other travellers’ reviews will help you to choose the best ticket and coach class.
Nor Phuangphet Transport Popular Stations
The main stations covered by Nor Phuangphet Transport’s buses include:
Ao Nang
Na Thon Koh Samui
Thong Sala Koh Phangan Pier
Khao Sok Bus Station
Koh Phangan Seatran
Khao Sok Transfer
Bangkok Khao San
Surat Thani Airport
Ratchaprapha Dam
Na Thon Seatran Ferry Pier
Ao Nang McDonalds
Koh Tao Pier
Ao Nang Hotel Transfer
Phuket Airport
Ao Nam Mao Pier
Koh Phangan BoonSIRI chare
Surat Thani Train Station
Donsak Piers
Koh Lanta
Patong Transfer
Koh Samui Transfer
Khao Lak Transfer
Ratchaprapha Dam
Khao Sok
Surat Thani Town
Koh Samui Transfer
Patong
Surat Thani Train Station
Donsak Pier
Ao Nam Mao pier
Donsak Lomprayah Ferry
Koh Phangan Town Transfer
Nor Phuangphet Transport Top Destinations
Nor Phuangphet Transport buses ply a number of routes and here is the list of some of the most popular ones:
Nor Phuangphet Transport Ticket Prices & Bus Classes
One of the best things about bus travel is that you can almost tailor-make your trip adjusting it to your requirements for privacy and comfort. Different classes and types of buses cater to the different needs of travellers. The cheapest trips are normally offered by standard-class buses. They may be called local, express or ordinary. These are a good choice for shorter trips. Sleepers or VIP coaches are good both for longer and overnight trips. They may offer berths or wide soft reclining seats, sometimes with built-in massage options, blankets, soft drinks, and snacks, or more substantial meals on board or during toilet or refuelling stops. Travelling by night buses allows you to save on a hotel room, but to ensure the most comfortable ride do choose the class of your bus wisely. Prices always depend on the distance you ride and the type of coach. For some, even shorter trips, it is worth investing some extra money and buying a seat on a VIP bus as it can save you twice as much time as you spend travelling by an ordinary bus.
Travel by Bus: Pros & Cons
Pros of Bus Travel
Bus is the best choice to get to destinations that are not connected by rail or planes. The network of buses often covers almost the whole country, and their routes are well and long-established.
Opposite to air travel and sometimes rail travel, taking a bus does not require arriving at the bus station much in advance. Check-in, even on international routes, does not take much time. Luggage allowances are usually very traveller-friendly, and the fee for extra luggage, if limits are set, is normally not very high.
Bus tickets can be more affordable compared to air or fast train tickets. There is always a choice of ticket classes for all pockets. Cheaper standard options may be a bit slow and do not offer top comfort, but anyway acceptable and bring you to your destination. On longer routes, toilets or toilet stops as well as snacks, water, and sometimes toiletries and blankets are almost always included in the price.
If you are ready to spend more, some VIP coaches offer seating comparable to business class on a plane with wide soft reclining seats, blankets, fewer passengers, and many other perks to make your trip a pleasant journey.
Cons of Bus Travel
Newer intercity bus terminals are very often located out of the city close to bigger highways to allow buses to avoid city congestion. Unfortunately, it may create extra challenges for travellers, too. Getting to such a terminal may be a problem as in some destinations there are restrictions on vehicles allowed to enter the terminal, and you will have to use special carriers to get there. This results in higher costs as prices may be inflated. Also do calculate extra time if you are travelling during rush hours, especially if you are not familiar with the traffic situation at your starting point.
Buses are probably the means of transport which runs out of schedule more often than trains or planes. They are heavily dependent on the road situation which sometimes can be unpredictable – accidents, road construction works, detours, etc. This is especially true for travels during weekends, high season, or national holidays. Do keep this in mind and do not plan tight connections.
Travelling on certain routes or during the most popular periods may require advanced booking. Bear in mind that it is not always possible to show up at the bus station and hop on the next bus – tickets may well be all sold out, so organize your trip accordingly.
Phuket AirportAo NangNa Thon Koh SamuiThong Sala Koh Phangan PierAo Nam Mao PierKoh Phangan BoonSIRI chareKhao Sok Bus StationSurat Thani Train StationDonsak PiersKoh LantaPatong TransferKoh Phangan SeatranKoh Samui TransferKhao Sok TransferKhao Lak TransferBangkok Khao SanRatchaprapha DamSurat Thani AirportRatchaprapha DamKhao SokNa Thon Seatran Ferry PierAo Nang McDonaldsSurat Thani TownKoh Tao PierKoh Samui TransferPatongSurat Thani Train StationDonsak PierAo Nam Mao pierDonsak Lomprayah FerryKoh Phangan Town TransferAo Nang Hotel Transfer
Nor Phuangphet Transport Company Reviews
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Tamir D
The operator canceled the trip and I missed the flight. No refund received
Ferry Standard, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Sep 18, 2026
T B
Tomas B
Excellent driver. Fast. Stops right on the highway with clean restrooms and cheap 7-11.
Van Ferry + Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Sep 6, 2026
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Anna K
The travel itself was really nice and smooth. There was, however, confusion about the meeting point for our transfer. The adress was inaccesable when found through the google maps. We wrote an email and a whatsapp message and the intructuons did not help us find the location. In the end, we were told that they will pick us up at the hotel, which was nice, but it would be less stressfull, if there were clear and truthful information about the meeting point beforehand.
Ferry Standard, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Sep 1, 2026
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Nele M
The driver was really nice!
Van Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Aug 23, 2026
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Melanie E
Driver was awesome :)
Van Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Aug 16, 2026
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Maria G
Very convenient en on time!!!
Ferry Standard, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Aug 13, 2026
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ibrahim B
We buy the
Van Ferry + Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Aug 4, 2026
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Sabine S
There were major communication problems after the purchase\. The QR code for the booking could not be scanned, and we had enormous difficulties getting our booked ferry and bus transfers arranged and being able to use them\.
Van Ferry + Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Aug 4, 2026
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ester S
Everything was on time and very organized
Van Ferry + Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Jul 30, 2026
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Esthel J
The driver was in a hurry and was trying to surpass every car what made the ride not so comfortable, but we arrived 30 minutes before schedule.
Van Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Jul 30, 2026
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Patricia B
Booked this operator because of ETA 14.30 at Ko Tao. When I received the boat ticket the day before arrival, it said ETA 16.25.
That surprised me, I booked this operator (not the cheapest one) just because of quick travel and without any notice, the ETA changed with 2hrs.
Ferry Standard, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Jul 27, 2026
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Jose L
Mini bis super confortable. Drive arrive on time . Drive safe. And only wait 30 min in the port to take the transfer to ko Samui. 100% recomendable
Van Ferry + Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Jul 19, 2026
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Hayley A
Fantastic service. So comfortable and easy! Thank you and we’ll look forward to traveling with you again.
Van Ferry + Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Jul 14, 2026
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Roos B
Very kind and helpfull, driver picked me up, very on time and it was a safe drive! Before someone send me pictures to show me the pick-up point, very helpfull
Van Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Jul 12, 2026
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Dhruv P
The van arrived on time and we could board 10:30 ferry which was about to leave in 5 mins apart from the later one ferry.
Van Ferry + Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Jul 10, 2026
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Tanja M
Great service and excellent car! We were informed via WhatsApp that the driver will be earlier. We have been picked up 50 minutes at the hotel.
Van Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Jul 1, 2026
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Islam T
More than perfect.. instructions was giving clearly.l through my Whatsapp .. driver was professional, driving little fast as I read from the comments but wasnt that big deal
highly recommend way to go as it save a lot of money
van was clear and not full with people
Van Ferry + Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), May 30, 2026
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Hareem R
Awesome service! They were kind enough to drop us at our hotel upon requested and communication was smooth and fast!
Van Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), May 22, 2026
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Liron H
The driver stoped to drop one person at the airport although we weren’t told there is going to be a stop there, he also drove extremely fast and irresponsibly
Van Ferry + Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), May 13, 2026
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Guio A
Fast easy
Van Ferry + Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), May 9, 2026
S K
Suzy K
Driver drive too fast
Van Ferry + Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), May 7, 2026
M V
Michael V
Communication, punctual and friendly.
Van Ferry + Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), May 5, 2026
A B
Anna B
Great service, comfort travel. Bus was super clean and modern. Driver very professional. Thank you
Van Ferry + Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Apr 30, 2026
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Cagatay A
It was a good trip, helpful customer service and they dropped us at the hotel
Van Ferry + Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Apr 30, 2026
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Filip B
Very caring driver, I lost my bag with my belongings and he brought them back the next day.
Van Ferry + Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Apr 29, 2026
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Theo V
Everything went well. clear (location) instructions and for a good price. we had a bus and ferry and everything fit together perfectly.
Van Ferry + Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Apr 29, 2026
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47pn5xshxr
They did everything to help us and make our journey perfect!
Very helpful!
Van Ferry + Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Apr 29, 2026
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Lara W
This was a great inexpensive service. It was very easy from ferry to van. Would highly recommend.
Van Ferry + Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Apr 21, 2026
D P
Dorde P
The trip was super easy and smooth. I totally recommend it.
Van Ferry + Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Apr 19, 2026
B R
Bernhardt R
It lacked some instructions to manage expectations. The bus was comfortable but the usb chargers did not work
Bus Bus, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Apr 19, 2026
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Luisa H
The listed arrival time was incorrect and completely unrealistic. The listed arrival time was actually the time the ferry departed. We paid extra for the shorter trip, but in the end, the journey took just as long as the other available routes.
Van Ferry + Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Apr 16, 2026
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Tobias M
Best service good vehicle
Van Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Apr 14, 2026
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Dylan G
Pick up was earlier than expected so make sure you arrive super early. The drivers were super helpful and accommodating of extra luggage. The journey was a bit longer than expected but air con helped
Van Ferry + Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Apr 13, 2026
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Hana M
The Ferry from Koh Samui to Krabi was excellent and on time. Once we arrived at the pier in Krabi we were confused on where to go to wait for our hotel transfer and poorly directed. We waited over 2 hours past the expected time for our transfer to our hotel in Ao Nang. Multiple other people waited just as long. When we talked to staff members everyone told us a different thing. The whole thing felt very chaotic and disorganized which is too bad because it has potential to be great
Van Ferry + Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Apr 6, 2026
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Maxim D
Unorganized. After the ferry we had to wait for more than 1 hour to be able to get in the van. Hotel Transfer can be super unlucky. First hotel was 3 minutes away from our hotel, but the driver decided to go the other way around and let everybody else out and go the long route so we had to wait another 40 minutes. In total delay of 2 hours. Van had AC, was comfortable, fast driver.
Van Ferry + Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Apr 5, 2026
J B
Jessie B
The mini bus was almost empty, we had plenty of space wich made the ride comfortable. We arrived 30min prior the original schedule. Driver was polite and helpful. Would recommand.
Van Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Apr 5, 2026
J D
Jofre D
So fast and not so prudent
Van Ferry + Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Apr 5, 2026
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Jeff L
Minibus was 30 minutes late without warning. The transport was ok with a few stops for restroom. The driver and his copilot were nice and left us at our hotel.
Van Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Apr 3, 2026
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Ines B
The ferry was really good, comfy, team was nice.
However, we won't recommend the minibus company as we were really afraid. Longest three hours of our life. Was it a Mariokart race ? Maybe. The bus driver was driving so fast and was at the phone at the same time. Sometimes, it felt like he was going to fall asleep.
We'll give a two stars note because it's a miracle we didn't die lol.
Van Ferry + Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Mar 28, 2026
M W
Michael W
Fast ride, caught the ferry 1 hour earlier!
Van Ferry + Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Mar 27, 2026
S M
Stefan M
They did an excellent job!
Van Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Mar 26, 2026
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Amanda C
It left an hour late and arrived 50 minutes late. The air conditioning stopped working during the journey.
Van Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Mar 25, 2026
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Adam K
Booked a 2h45 ride... driver took it personally and finished in 2 hours including a 15-min break.
Other companies quote 3-4 hours - our guy was basically in Formula 1 qualifying mode
Van Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Mar 24, 2026
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Sarah T
I really like the service of this tour company. The driver is not on time. The driver is polite. The car is clean. I am very impressed.
Van Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Mar 22, 2026
J R
Jessica R
I'd like to give a 5-star review. The organisation and communication were excellent, and every staff member we interacted with spoke great English. We genuinely could not fault the service we received today.
The whole journey was seamless, even though we were initially unsure about our pickup point.
When I sent my location, the team came straight to us. They were extremely helpful, polite, and clearly wanted to work with us to make everything easy.
It was honestly the best experience we've had during our time in Thailand.
Van Ferry + Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Mar 15, 2026
S D
Sara D
The service staff were very friendly, informative, and resolved any issues very well. The driver was very polite, and the car was very clean and VIP. The staff answered all my questions.
Van Ferry + Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Mar 15, 2026
S D
Sara D
The service staff were excellent. Communication was clear. The driver was also very good.
Van Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Mar 13, 2026
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Kara W
The Van and organization was good, however the driver tried to make us pay again to take us to the hostel even though that was specifically included.
Van Ferry + Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Mar 12, 2026
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Nayanne A
The trip to Khao Sok was smooth and well organized. The staff was very attentive in locating the passengers and making sure everyone was on board. Communication was easy and clear throughout the journey, which made the experience stress-free. At the end of the trip, they dropped us off directly at our hotel, which was very convenient. Overall, a comfortable and reliable transfer.
Van Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Feb 26, 2026
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Mark R
The booking process is troublesome if your card is not accepted right away it keeps trying without you knowing and if you get another card to go through you end up with 2 appointments even though they say u won't get charged you do. Then you only get a partial refund if any at all.
Van Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Feb 23, 2026
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266 customer reviews
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94.7% of 266 travelers were presumably happy with Nor Phuangphet Transport as they left good or no review