Facts about the van from Surat Thani Town to Khao Sok
| Cheapest Van | $8 |
| Fastest Van | 2h 30m |
| Earliest Van | 7:30 AM |
| Latest Van | 5:30 PM |
| Daily Van Routes | 34 |
| Distance | 100 kilometers |
| Van Companies | 12Go Transport, Phangan Tour 2000, Phantip 1970 |
Vans from Surat Thani Town to Khao Sok
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Transportation from Surat Thani Town to Khao Sok
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Buses$ 7.62
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Taxis$ 10.89
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Vans$ 7.62
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Surat Thani Town to Khao Sok Destination Reviews
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Nicola Easy to book, easy to coordinate-
Van Minivan, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Dec 10, 2023
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Susan PAbsolutely rammed into a minibus with bags on between everyone’s legs and on top of everyone. Minimal aircon so everyone was sweating the whole journey. The driver was very nice and helpful though and we left and got there on time!
Van Minivan, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), May 18, 2023
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Clemens LNot enough space for luggage, all over the bus
Van Minivan, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Feb 27, 2023
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Alexandra Everything went fine, though many stops
Van Minivan, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Feb 21, 2023
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Anne DThe driver of the van stopt Every 5-10 minutes to deliver mail or stuff. The AC was not working. Not the best trip
Van Minivan, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Feb 9, 2023
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Matti PThe check in process and getting to the right car was very confusing
Van Minivan, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Feb 7, 2023
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Danilo MWe were welcomed in Surrathani at the Phantip station by several nice ladies and coordinated further. 'Where do you want to travel on to?' Everything is arranged and structured. When a bus is ready to leave, there is an appropriate announcement. Everything worked out wonderfully and we were in Khao Sok over time. The descriptions on the ticket were perfect and sufficient to find everything. Very good service and highly recommended.
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Van Minivan, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Jan 15, 2023
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John DOffices to catch bus easy to find staff helpful and toilet availabke Bus 25 minutes late but made up time as drove very fast in the rain.shame doesn't drop on main street in khao sok to save you being surrounded by people trying to get you into taxis but can walk to most accomidation within 20 minutes
Van Minivan, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Dec 16, 2022
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Sergio RThe service at the office was very nice. The problem was when we were about to arrive at the destination. The driver stopped about 6km before the actual stop and told us that that was the final stop, but that for 50 baht per person he could take us to our hotel. After checking were we actually were and arguing with him that he had to take us to the van stop he finally did. He basically tried to scam us. Be very careful with the drivers if you take these service and make sure they take you to the right location.
Van Minivan, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Nov 29, 2022
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Rebecca KWe booked the night train from Bangkok to Surat Thani, and then a bus from Surat Thani to Khao Sok. What we didn’t know when booking and everybody should keep in mind, the Surat Thani Town bus station is 20 km away from where the train station is. At the train station we were welcomed by staff from our bus company, that basically told everyone we could either take a taxi back to town and take the bus we booked from there, or, pay 70 b extra and we could join the bus from here. So make sure your bus ticket says “Surat Thani train station” (to wherever you want to go, if you arrive by train!) Felt a bit scammed as everyone on our bus had the ‘wrong’ ticket. Friendly people and nice bus ride, happy we could get on the bus even though we were at the wrong station and really well organized. The bus stop in khao sok is about 2 km from most of the hostels, a lot do have a pick up service so contact your place ahead of time and ask about it…. :)
Van Minivan, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Nov 27, 2022
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How to get from Surat Thani Town to Khao Sok 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 Surat Thani Town to Khao Sok 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 Surat Thani Town to Khao Sok by van: .
How far is Surat Thani Town from Khao Sok?
Surat Thani Town sits 100 km from Khao Sok.
How long does it take to get from Surat Thani Town to Khao Sok by van?
Vans cover the distance between Surat Thani Town and Khao Sok in 2h 30m – 3h 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 Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970). 12Go Transport’s vans travel slower than others.
How much does it cost to get from Surat Thani Town to Khao Sok 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 Surat Thani Town and Khao Sok expect to pay from USD 8.17 to USD 12.25. 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.