| Type | Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Van | Nara Travel | High Speed Ferry + Van | 07:00 | 13:30 | $48.32 | |
Ferry | Koh Tao Booking Center | Speedboat + Van | 09:30 | 17:00 | $43.49 | |
Ferry | Lomprayah | Express | 09:30 | 16:30 | $32.70 | |
Van | Nara Travel | High Speed Ferry + Van | 11:00 | 17:00 | $48.32 | |
Ferry | Lomlahkkhirin | Speedboat + Van | 11:00 | 16:00 | $32.70 | |
Ferry | Ramon Transport | Sleeper Boat + Van | 19:00 | 09:30 | $32.22 | |
Van | Udomrat Tour | Ferry + Van | 19:00 | 09:20 | $24.16 | |
Ferry | Future Travel and Service | Standard | 21:00 | 08:00 | $23.03 | |
Ferry | Koh Tao Booking Center | Ferry + Bus | 21:00 | 08:00 | $28.99 |
Street food in Khao Sok is generally considered safe, but it is wise to take some precautions. Opt for vendors that maintain clean stalls and have a steady flow of customers, as this often indicates fresh food. Popular choices include grilled meats, pad thai, and fresh fruit. Always ensure meat is thoroughly cooked and avoid raw or undercooked options.
For those concerned about water quality, note that tap water is not safe to drink in Khao Sok. Stick to bottled water for drinking and brushing teeth. This will help minimize any risks associated with waterborne illnesses.
Taxis in Khao Sok are generally safe for travelers. It is advisable to use reputable taxi services or arrange transportation through your hotel to ensure reliability. Most taxis do not use meters, so agree on a fare before starting your journey. A typical taxi fare for a short ride might range from 100 to 300 THB ($3 to $9). For longer distances, such as from Khao Sok to Surat Thani, expect to pay around 1,500 to 2,000 THB ($45 to $60). Always carry small denominations for easier transactions. While Khao Sok is generally safe, it is wise to keep belongings secure and be aware of your surroundings, especially at night.
Visitors to Khao Sok often find the locals to be welcoming and helpful. Interactions are generally positive, particularly in areas where tourism is common. Engaging with local guides or staff at accommodations can enhance your experience, as they often share insights about the national park and surrounding areas.
Basic Thai phrases, such as hello (sawasdee) and thank you (khop khun), are appreciated and can enhance communication. While English is spoken in tourist areas, it may be limited in more rural parts, so patience is beneficial.
Travelling between Koh Tao and Khao Sok is possible by Bus, ferry, van and taxi. Ferry+van guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Ferry+van is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 56.70 if you go by Ferry+Van; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a ferry+van which will set you back mere USD 27.71.
It can take you anywhere between 5 and 15 hours to travel between Koh Tao and Khao Sok depending on the means of transport you choose.
Ferry+van is the fastest way to travel between Koh Tao and Khao Sok. Ferry+van will bring you to your destination in 5h. Ferry+van does a much slower job and take about 14h 30m to reach Khao Sok.
Travelling between Koh Tao and Khao Sok can be as cheap as USD 27.71 if you opt for a Future Travel and Service ferry+van and as expensive as USD 56.70 if you buy a Koh Tao Booking Center Ferry+Van ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Koh Tao to Khao Sok.
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Ferry+Van remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
| Cheapest Transport | $28 |
| Fastest Transport | 5h |
| Earliest Departure | 9:30 AM |
| Latest Departure | 9:00 PM |
| Departures per day | 14 |
| Distance | 250 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | 465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport, Call Me Taxi, Fame Tour, Future Travel and Service, Koh Tao Booking Center, Nara Travel, Ramon Transport, Ruea Chor Maetapee, Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel, Udomrat Tour, Van2Travel |