Vans from Surat Thani to Phuket

Vans from Surat Thani to Phuket

Surat Thani
Phuket
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Surat Thani to Phuket Destination Reviews

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Susann H
I decided to book a minivan, as we always had the best experience with those. Instead it was a tiny bus with basically no space for any luggage (luckily we only travel with one backpack). The driver kept picking up people at random places. He also only left the station half an hour late, although everybody was on board on time. The „highlight“ was when the driver stopped to pick up a cage with two squirrels. They were clearly in distress and were making sounds of horror which was just awful. He dropped them off about two hours later. We were close to leaving the bus and paying a taxi instead, that’s how uncomfortable we were with the whole situation. Overall almost 1 hours delay.
Surat Thani to Phuket, Van Minivan, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Apr 24, 2025
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Niklas F
Horrible experience. Not safe at all. Driver is constantly reading messages on his phone and doing calls while driving. Also running red lights and overtaking in dangerous way. Charging extra and more than local cabs to bring you to your final destination. Although all passengers have to do a detour or even have to leave the vehicle to go to the final stop by bus.
Surat Thani to Phuket, Van Van, Phangan Tour 2000, Jun 13, 2024
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Ella G
The mini van was on time and the air con was good, the van did stop off a few times on the way to drop off / pick up passengers / parcels however we still arrived in Phuket on time.
Surat Thani to Phuket, Van Van, Phangan Tour 2000, Feb 12, 2024
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Caitlyn
Van was comfortable, had charging ports and air conditioning. Driver was nice but kept yelling at us no smoking even though no one was smoking. He drove very fast and made everyone uncomfortable and a little car sick. We arrived 15 minutes earlier than advertised. Good value for money. I wish they let my group go on first as we were four people and everyone else was singles so we were all split up which was a big annoying
Surat Thani to Phuket, Van Van, Phangan Tour 2000, Jan 21, 2024
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Surat Thani to Phuket Van Schedule

OperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Phangan Tour 2000
Van
08:00
13:00
$9.28
  3.9
Phantip 1970
Minivan
09:00
13:30
$8.17
  3.0
Phantip 1970
Minivan
10:00
14:30
$8.17
  3.0
Phantip 1970
Minivan
11:00
15:30
$8.17
  3.0
Phantip 1970
Minivan
12:00
16:30
$8.17
  3.0
Phantip 1970
Minivan
13:00
17:30
$8.17
  3.0
Phantip 1970
Minivan
14:00
18:30
$8.17
  3.0
Phantip 1970
Minivan
15:00
19:30
$8.17
  3.0
Phantip 1970
Minivan
16:00
20:30
$8.17
  3.0
Call Me Taxi
Shared Van 10 Pax
16:45
20:30
$35.57
Phangan Tour 2000
Van
17:10
22:10
$9.28
  3.9
Phangan Tour 2000
Van
18:00
23:00
$9.28
  3.9

How to get from Surat Thani to Phuket 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 to Phuket 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 to Phuket by van: .

How far is Surat Thani from Phuket?

Surat Thani sits 105 km from Phuket.

How long does it take to get from Surat Thani to Phuket by van?

Vans cover the distance between Surat Thani and Phuket in 2h 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 PP Service. PP Service’s vans travel slower than others.

How much does it cost to get from Surat Thani to Phuket 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 and Phuket expect to pay from USD 18.56 to USD 30.07. The more convenient the ride, the more you pay – either for extra space or for less stops enroute. PP Service is the cheapest operator on the route while Phuket Bus and Van Travel 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.

Transportation from Surat Thani to Phuket

Facts about the van from Surat Thani to Phuket

Cheapest Van$13
Fastest Van2h 30m
Earliest Van12:00 AM
Latest Van5:00 PM
Daily Van Routes4
Distance105 kilometers
Van Companies12Go Transport, Call Me Taxi, Nor Phuangphet Transport, Phangan Tour 2000, Phantip 1970, Phuket Bus and Van Travel, PP Service, Raja Ferry