How to Get from Krabi to Surat Thani
Krabi to Surat Thani by minivan, bus or private car. Times from about 2 hours, fares from THB 600 and what to know on arrival.
Last updated: November 2, 2026
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From the limestone cliffs of Krabi you cross the peninsula to Surat Thani, the transport hub of the Gulf coast. The road runs through rubber and palm plantations and takes you from the Andaman side of Thailand to the side of Koh Samui, Koh Phangan and Koh Tao.
Most travellers take a minivan or a bus. A private car is faster and goes door to door.
Krabi to Surat Thani by Minivan or Bus
On booking platforms, a minivan from Krabi to Surat Thani costs THB 600 (November 2026) and takes from about 4 hours 30 minutes.[1]
The Transport Co. runs buses between Krabi Bus Terminal and Phunphin (Wang Kung Surat) in Surat Thani.[2]
Krabi to Surat Thani by Private Car
On booking platforms, a private car or van from Krabi to Surat Thani starts at THB 2,485 (November 2026) and takes from about 2 hours, longer with traffic. Vehicles range from economy cars to 9-seat and 10-seat vans and VIP vans.[1]
You are picked up at your hotel in Krabi Town or Ao Nang and dropped at the airport, the station or a pier in Surat Thani, which is useful if you have a flight or a ferry to catch.
Comparing Your Options
| Mode | Duration | Price |
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| Minivan | From about 4h 30min | THB 600[1] |
| Private car or van | From about 2h | From THB 2,485[1] |
Tips for Traveling from Krabi to Surat Thani
- Book a day ahead in high season: Minivans fill quickly.
- Bring a layer: Vans run strong air conditioning.
- Say where you are going: Surat Thani has the airport, the railway station and several piers, so tell the driver which one you need.
- Going on to the islands: Raja Ferry sails from Donsak pier to Koh Samui every hour between 04:00 and 19:00.[3]
Timetable
| Taxi Krabi - Surat Thani $ 73.32โ256.40 1h 55m โ 3h | |
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| Van Krabi - Surat Thani $ 17.70 4h 30m | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Krabi to Surat Thani, including current prices and schedules.
The minivan. On booking platforms it costs THB 600 (November 2026).
A private car, from about 2 hours, longer with traffic.
From about 4 hours 30 minutes.
No train links the two. Take a bus, minivan or car, and join the southern line at Surat Thani.
Yes. The Transport Co. runs buses between Krabi Bus Terminal and Phunphin in Surat Thani.
Sources and background
Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.
- [1] 12Go: 12Go timetable Krabi - Surat Thani. Retrieved November 2, 2026.
- [2] The Transport Co., Ltd. (BusTicket.in.th): Bus Schedule from Surat Thani to Krabi. Retrieved November 2, 2026.
- [3] Raja Ferry Port PLC: Sailing schedule. Retrieved October 31, 2026.
Guide prices and journey times are indicative, not live quotes. A booked package may include transfers and waiting time as well as the main journey. Check the selected offer, pickup point and current conditions before booking.