Facts about the van from Phuket to Surat Thani Town
| Cheapest Van | $10 |
| Fastest Van | 4h 30m |
| Earliest Van | 7:00 午前 |
| Latest Van | 3:00 午後 |
| Daily Van Routes | 18 |
| Distance | 142 kilometers |
| Van Companies | 12Go Transport, Phantip 1970 |
Vans from Phuket to Surat Thani Town
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Transportation from Phuket to Surat Thani Town
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Trains$ 23.90
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Buses$ 10.69
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Taxis$ 154.16
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Vans$ 9.54
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Ferries are not available
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Flights are not available
Phuket to Surat Thani Town Destination Reviews
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Stefan EWrong arrival location. You are not arriving at the night boat pier. You have to walk 15 min to get there
Phuket to Surat Thani Town, Van Minivan, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Sep 22, 2023
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Diewke VWell, I went to terminal 1 of the airport but it was at a busstation and that took a half our extra and we missed our drive. We had to pay again for an other bus.Thats the reason for the bad rating, not the drivers fault but 12go didn't explain clearly.
Phuket to Surat Thani Town, Van Minivan, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Jul 19, 2023
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Danique BYou are sitting on a bus for a few hours, but it is as comfortable as its gonna get. The bus was on time and I was even able to take one bus earlier, because I was there to early. That was no problem for them, quick and friendly service!
Phuket to Surat Thani Town, Van Minivan, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Apr 28, 2023
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Kalle JDer Fahrer war anscheinend ein wenig
Phuket to Surat Thani Town, Van Minivan, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Apr 8, 2023
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Bianca DThe overall journey was fine, on time, not too full. It was when we arrived there were the issues. We were charged 50 baht to get on a tuk tuk to go across the road and the same guy charged us 300 baht to put us in a “taxi” to Khanom. Dodgy staff at Pantip Surat Thani - watch out
Phuket to Surat Thani Town, Van Minivan, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Feb 28, 2023
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Chelsea NExtremely hot van with negligible leg room. Made it impossible to get comfortable for the 5 hour journey. I’d had higher hopes for this considering this was supposed to be an upgrade to the larger bus, but I wish we had taken that instead.
Phuket to Surat Thani Town, Van Minivan, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Feb 14, 2023
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A FTook about 4 hrs on total, quite a few scheduled and unscheduled stops, driver very safe and kindly dropped us to the railway station, some 14km outside Surat Thani. Would recommend, comfortable, good value and a pleasant experience.
Phuket to Surat Thani Town, Van Minivan, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Jan 12, 2023
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Matteo AA little crowded but in general was supportable. OK
Phuket to Surat Thani Town, Van Minivan, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Jan 7, 2023
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Evamae MSuper smooth and very on time.
Phuket to Surat Thani Town, Van Minivan, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Jan 3, 2023
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Robert BDriver did not stop at the railway station - which the service did the last time I used the
same service; which on that occasion would have screwed 5 stars - by the time I realised what was going on and spoke to the driver, it left myself and a Thai lady with a 15km taxi ride to get back to the station.
Phuket to Surat Thani Town, Van Minivan, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Dec 22, 2022
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How to get from Phuket to Surat Thani Town by van
Vans are a faster alternative to buses; vans usually offer more scheduled departures than buses or other means of transport over the same route; vans may serve the routes not served by buses, trains, or flights. What other reasons do you need to opt for a van? Ah! Very often, they are much more affordable than any other means of transport. Van from Phuket to Surat Thani Town departs regularly according to the schedule and is a decent option to get to your destination at a reasonable price. Now van tickets can be booked online what makes planning of your trip more convenient. Before you book your van ticket, remember to read other travellers’ reviews on your operator’s service to ensure it meets your expectations.
Currently the following operators can help you to travel from Phuket to Surat Thani Town by van: .
How far is Phuket from Surat Thani Town?
Phuket sits 142 km from Surat Thani Town.
How long does it take to get from Phuket to Surat Thani Town by van?
Vans cover the distance between Phuket and Surat Thani Town in 4h 30m – 4h 30m hours. Do note that though vans usually stick to their schedule, your journey can take longer if traffic is excessive or the weather is bad. The worst periods in the sense of violation of the timetable is long weekends, national holidays, school vacations and peak season. With roads stuck with traffic do expect delays. Stormy weather with heavy rains or snowfalls can also cause your arrival time to change. Yet in general you can rely on the timing declared by the operator.
The fastest service on this route is provided by 12Go Transport. 12Go Transport’s vans travel slower than others.
How much does it cost to get from Phuket to Surat Thani Town by van?
Opposite to, say, buses, normally vans do not offer a great variety in the sense of ticket class hence the price of the ticket is the same for all seats in a van. Note that some seats offer more comfort during the ride. E.g. in some vans the passenger seat by the driver is also available. If you are lucky enough to get it, you may have more space and definitely a better view there. Similarly, in some vans seats in the back row may be a disappointment as they do not recline due to the trunk filled with travellers’ luggage.
To hop onto a van between Phuket and Surat Thani Town expect to pay from USD 9.54 to USD 10.11. The more convenient the ride, the more you pay – either for extra space or for less stops enroute. Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970) is the cheapest operator on the route while 12Go Transport is the most expensive one.
Travelling by van essentials
- Ensure to check carefully from where your van departs. In many cases vans are stationed not at the city main bus station but elsewhere. Individual van operators may have their own van stops located anywhere, and one and the same operator may sell tickets to their vans from different stops. If you are planning a bus-van connection, be sure you understand where to catch your van as it is easy to assume that vans leave from the same station where buses arrive. No, it is not necessarily so!
- There are different types of vans accommodating from 9 to 15 or more passengers. While on certain routes you have no alternative, on others you can choose. The rule of thumb – fewer seats mean more leg space and more comfort. As well as more money for your ticket. But this is probably the case when it is worth investing into your seat a bit more.
- Vans accommodating more passengers are often cramped and do not provide any additional space for your luggage. In many cases your ticket will include only one piece of luggage, often with limited weight. If you travel with huge suitcases or backpacks you may want – or even need – to buy an extra seat for your luggage. Before booking an extra seat for your luggage though do check with the operator if they allow it. If you did buy a separate seat for your luggage, and the driver during the way tries to pick up an extra passenger to put on a “vacant” seat, insist on right to use it as you paid for it.
- There are obviously no on board toilets in vans but if your journey lasts over two or three hours there will normally be one or more bathroom stop(s) enroute. During the bathroom stop, take a note of your van number plate when you get off. It will make it easier for you to find the van among similar vehicles and in an unhappy case (hypothetically!) of van leaving without you, you can at least report it to the operator.
- Van drivers are notorious for their driving style. Though many companies enforce strict speed limits on their vehicles they are often not observed. This is probably a major downside of van travel in some countries. Anyway, if speed limits are violated do not be shy to ask the driver to go slower. Normally there will be an information plate with the telephone numbers to call if your driver violates traffic rules – report each such case without hesitation. Also, do leave your review if not satisfied with the service to warn other travellers.
- It is compulsory to use belts for all the van passengers. Even if your driver does not insist on it, use the belt for your own safety. Belts are sometimes fixed behind your seat – do not hesitate to release them and use as they are intended to be used.
- Many vans do not have scheduled departures but depart when full. Sometimes waiting periods can be long, especially if you happen to come immediately after the previous van has departed or just in the end of the day when there are not so many passengers. Always make sure you understand whether your ticket is for a scheduled trip or otherwise. Normally operators who allow online booking of their tickets, provide scheduled service meaning your van will depart on time no matter how many passengers show up for the trip.