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How to get from Bangkok to Koh Tao

In this in-depth route guide, you can compare the best ways to travel the 415 kilometers (258 miles) from Bangkok to Koh Tao. Our team of indpendent travel experts researched each route — breaking down each option by travel time, price, and comfort. Plus, we’ll share the best booking options to help you get the best deal.

Written by Maarten - Trip Planning ExpertReviewed by Abegail - Travel WriterLast updated: October 6, 2024

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Why visit Koh Tao?

Koh Tao is also a popular diving destination in the Gulf of Thailand. Known as one of the cheapest locations in the world to get your PADI license, the island offers beautiful underwater scenery with gorgeous coral gardens and tons of fish.

It may be just 1/10 the size of its neighbour Koh Samui, but that doesn’t mean there is less to see in Koh Tao. Here, you’ll find beautiful bays, beaches and viewpoints — all just a motorbike ride away. And the best part? You can enjoy all these at a more laidback and slow pace.

What are the 5 ways to travel from Bangkok to Koh Tao?

There are 5 ways to travel the 415 kilometers (258 miles) from Bangkok to Koh Tao. You can choose between the bus, minivan, train via Chumphon, flight and train via Suratthani. The journey takes 3 hours 15 minutes to 20 hours 30 minutes and the quickest way is by flight. If you're on a budget, the cheapest option is by train via Chumphon with tickets starting at 782 THB ($23.50).

Transport

Duration

Pricing

Transport Options

Train via Chumphon

7h 25m - 17h

From 782 THB ($23.50)

Train via Suratthani

11h 30m - 20h 30m

From 1,061 THB ($32)

Bus

8h 45m - 14h 30m

From 1,114 THB ($33.50)

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Minivan

16h

From 1,377 THB ($41.50)

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Flight

3h 15m - 8h

From 2,781 THB ($84)

Where to stay in Koh Tao?

Still looking for accommodation? Don't forget to check out our favourite places to stay in Koh Tao at the bottom of this page.

Bangkok to Koh Tao by Train via Chumphon

Duration: 7h 25m - 17h

Costs: 782 THB ($23.50)

Duration: 7h 25m - 17h

Costs: 782 THB ($23.50)

When taking the train from Bangkok to Koh Tao, you can choose to go either via Chumphon or via Surat Thani.

We recommend travelling by train via Chumphon, as this province is nearer to Koh Tao. From there, it takes around 3 hours to reach Koh Tao by ferry.

Step 1: Bangkok to Chumphon by Train

Duration: 5h 40m - 9h 10m

Costs: 216 THB ($6.50)

Duration: 5h 40m - 9h 10m

Costs: 216 THB ($6.50)

From your hotel in Bangkok, you will first have to go to Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station, which is the starting point for all trains going to Chumphon.

We recommend that you take a night train that arrives early morning in Chumphon. This way, you can immediately transfer to the only van leaving in the morning, which is at 06:00, and arrive early in Koh Tao.

The train ride to Chumphon Railway Station can take around 5h 40m - 9h 10m, depending on the train you take.

Fares start at 216 THB ($6.50) for a second-class seat. Some trains also offer first and second-class berths that are more expensive, but definitely more comfortable. See our recommended train schedules below.

Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station

Third Class Seat Fan

Map Amarit

17:30

7h 3m

00:33

19:50

02:50

20:30

03:30

Thai Railway

From 216 THB ($6.50)

Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station

Third Class Seat Fan

Chumphon

15:10

7h 7m

22:17

16:10

7h 6m

23:16

17:30

7h 55m

01:25

18:50

7h 28m

02:18

19:50

7h 53m

03:43

20:30

7h 50m

04:20

Thai Railway

226 THB ($6.80)

Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station

Third Class Seat Fan

Sawi

15:10

7h 49m

22:59

20:30

8h 38m

05:08

Thai Railway

229 THB ($6.90)

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Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station

Third Class Seat Fan

Lang Suan

15:10

8h 19m

23:29

17:30

9h 5m

02:35

19:50

9h 4m

04:54

20:30

9h 9m

05:39

Thai Railway

236 THB ($7.10)

Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station

Second Class Seat Fan

Map Amarit

17:30

7h 3m

00:33

19:50

02:50

20:30

03:30

Thai Railway

333 THB ($10)

Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station

Second Class Seat

Map Amarit

07:30

5h 41m

13:11

22:50

5h 53m

04:43

Thai Railway

486 THB ($14.60)

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Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station

Second Class Seat

Chumphon

07:30

6h 20m

13:50

Thai Railway

509 THB ($15.30)

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Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station

Second Class Sleeper Fan

Map Amarit

20:30

03:30

Thai Railway

512 THB ($15.40)

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Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station

Second Class Sleeper Fan

Chumphon

20:30

7h 50m

04:20

Thai Railway

532 THB ($16)

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Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station

Second Class Sleeper Fan

Lang Suan

20:30

9h 9m

05:39

Thai Railway

555 THB ($16.70)

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Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station

Second Class Seat

Sawi

07:30

6h 59m

14:29

Thai Railway

565 THB ($17)

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Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station

Second Class Seat

Lang Suan

07:30

7h 26m

14:56

Thai Railway

582 THB ($17.50)

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We recommend booking your tickets online through BookAway. Their site is intuitive, provides a clear picture of what you can expect, and offers great customer service. If you’re eyeing the best deals, you might occasionally find slightly cheaper tickets on Baolau.

Step 2: Chumphon to Koh Tao by Van + Ferry

Duration: 1h 45m - 8h

Costs: 565 THB ($17)

Duration: 1h 45m - 8h

Costs: 565 THB ($17)

Outside Chumphon Railway Station, vans are available to take you to the ferry terminal, where you’ll be taking the ferry to Mae Haad Pier in Koh Tao.

Fame Tours & Services and Lomprayah vans are available with fares from 565 THB ($17).

Travel time is around 1h 45m - 8h, including the ferry ride to Koh Tao.

Pontaweesin Pier

Mae Haad Koh Tao

21:00

04:00

Axara Travel

565 THB ($17)

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Chumphon Ferry Pier

High Speed

Mae Haad Koh Tao

21:00

05:00

Fame Tours & Services

625 THB ($18.80)

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Tung Makham

Catamaran

Mae Haad Koh Tao

07:00

1h 45m

08:45

13:30

1h 45m

15:15

Lomprayah

669 THB ($20)

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You may want to contact your hotel beforehand for a pick-up service from Mae Haad Pier. Alternatively, you can arrange your own transport from the pier to your hotel.

Bangkok to Koh Tao by Train via Suratthani

Duration: 11h 30m - 20h 30m

Costs: 1,061 THB ($32)

Duration: 11h 30m - 20h 30m

Costs: 1,061 THB ($32)

When travelling from Bangkok to Koh Tao, you can also travel via Surat Thani, which is the province next to Chumphon in the south.

Koh Tao is actually a part of Surat Thani, but travelling via this province takes longer and can be more expensive than going via Chumphon.

However, we still wanted to share this option in case the option with the stopover in Chumphon doesn’t fit your itinerary for some reason.

Step 1: Bangkok to Surat Thani by Train

Duration: 8h 50m - 12h

Costs: 246 THB ($7.40)

Duration: 8h 50m - 12h

Costs: 246 THB ($7.40)

Same as the train via Chumphon, trains to Surat Thani also depart from Krung Thep Aphiwat Station in Bangkok. The journey takes longer, though, around 8h 50m - 12h.

Since the train ride to Surat Thani Railway Station is a bit longer, you can try a sleeper berth with air conditioning for a more comfortable journey.

Ticket prices for second-class sleeper berths start from 246 THB ($7.40). Below are our recommended train schedules.

Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station

Third Class Seat Fan

Chaiya

15:10

9h 29m

00:39

17:30

10h 2m

03:32

18:50

9h 34m

04:24

19:50

10h

05:50

20:30

10h 10m

06:40

Thai Railway

From 246 THB ($7.40)

Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station

Third Class Seat Fan

Surat Thani Train Station

15:10

10h 1m

01:11

16:10

9h 39m

01:49

17:30

10h 36m

04:06

18:50

10h 8m

04:58

19:50

10h 33m

06:23

20:30

10h 46m

07:16

Thai Railway

256 THB ($7.70)

Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station

Third Class Seat Fan

Ban Song

15:10

10h 53m

02:03

18:50

11h 3m

05:53

19:50

11h 35m

07:25

20:30

11h 51m

08:21

Thai Railway

263 THB ($7.90)

Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station

Third Class Seat Fan

Phruphi

20:30

11h 43m

08:13

Thai Railway

263 THB ($7.90)

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Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station

Third Class Seat Fan

Huai Prik

20:30

12h 4m

08:34

Thai Railway

266 THB ($8)

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Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station

Second Class Seat Fan

Ban Song

15:10

10h 53m

02:03

18:50

11h 3m

05:53

19:50

11h 35m

07:25

20:30

11h 51m

08:21

Thai Railway

442 THB ($13.30)

Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station

Second Class Seat Fan

Huai Prik

20:30

12h 4m

08:34

Thai Railway

446 THB ($13.40)

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Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station

Second Class Sleeper Fan

Chaiya

15:10

9h 29m

00:39

20:30

10h 10m

06:40

Thai Railway

582 THB ($17.50)

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Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station

Second Class Seat

Surat Thani Train Station

07:30

8h 50m

16:20

Thai Railway

619 THB ($18.60)

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Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station

Second Class Sleeper

Ban Song

15:10

10h 53m

02:03

Thai Railway

881 THB ($26.50)

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Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station

Second Class Sleeper

Chaiya

19:50

10h

05:50

Thai Railway

938 THB ($28)

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Step 2: Surat Thani to Koh Tao by Van + Ferry

Duration: 2h 30m - 8h 30m

Costs: 815 THB ($24.50)

Duration: 2h 30m - 8h 30m

Costs: 815 THB ($24.50)

From Surat Thani Railway Station, the combined van and ferry ride to Koh Tao takes around 2h 30m - 8h 30m.

Fares for the combined van and ferry ride with Lomprayah start at 815 THB ($24.50).

If you miss the van departure, you need to figure out your own transportation to Donsak Pier, which is about 79 km away from the train station.

Surat Thani Night Boat Pier

High Speed

Mae Haad Koh Tao

21:00

05:00

Fame Tours & Services

815 THB ($24.50)

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Surat Thani Night Boat Pier

Sleeping

Koh Tao Nigth Boat Pier

22:00

06:00

Phantip 1970

855 THB ($25.50)

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Surat Thani Night Boat Pier

Sleeping

Koh Tao Booking Center Office

21:30

8h 30m

06:00

Koh Tao Booking Center

868 THB ($26)

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Tapee pier Lomprayah

Speedboat

Mae Haad Koh Tao

12:00

16:00

15:30

2h 30m

18:00

Lomprayah

From 1,081 THB ($32.50)

If you add this van and ferry trip to the train journey, it will take probably around 20 hours of travel from Bangkok to Koh Tao via Surat Thani. It is definitely longer than the 11.5 to 13-hour trip via Chumphon, which is also about 600 THB ($18) cheaper than this option.

Bangkok to Koh Tao by Bus

Duration: 8h 45m - 14h 30m

Costs: 1,114 THB ($33.50)

Duration: 8h 45m - 14h 30m

Costs: 1,114 THB ($33.50)

Booking an overnight bus and connecting ferry to Koh Tao is the easiest way to reach this paradise island from Bangkok. With this option, both the bus and ferry are already organised for you, so you won’t have to book the tickets separately.

The combined bus and ferry option requires two transfers. The first one is by bus or minivan in Chumphon or Hua Hin, while the second transfer is to board the ferry at Chumphon Pier.

Combined tickets start from 1,114 THB ($33.50), and the journey can take around 8 hours 45 minutes to 14 hours 30 minutes.

Departure and arrival station

Songserm, Montanatip, and Lomprayah buses all depart from Khao San Road, the famous backpacker street in Bangkok. For Paradive Travel, the meet-up point is at Hua Lamphong Railway Station.

After the transfer in Hua Hin or Chumphon, the bus or minivan will take you to Chumphon Pier. From here, you will take the ferry and arrive at Koh Tao Island.

Bus + Ferry schedules from Bangkok to Koh Tao

Khao San Lomprayah

Express

Mae Haad Koh Tao

06:00

8h 45m

14:45

21:00

11h 45m

08:45

Lomprayah

1,114 THB ($33.50)

Get Your Tickets

Khao San Lomprayah

VIP

Mae Haad Koh Tao

06:00

8h 45m

14:45

21:00

11h 45m

08:45

Lomprayah

1,380 THB ($41.50)

Get Your Tickets

Khao San Montanatip

Express

Mae Haad Koh Tao

19:00

13h 45m

08:45

Montanatip Tour & Travel

1,384 THB ($41.50)

Get Your Tickets

Phra Athit Road Bangkok Travel Plus

Standard

Mae Haad Koh Tao

19:00

13h 45m

08:45

Travel Plus

1,410 THB ($42.50)

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Starbucks Baan Chart

VIP

Mae Haad Pier

19:00

14h 30m

09:30

Paradive Travel

1,420 THB ($42.50)

Get Your Tickets

Phra Athit Road Bangkok Travel Plus

VIP

Mae Haad Koh Tao

19:00

13h 45m

08:45

Travel Plus

1,663 THB ($50)

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Luckily, most trips available are night buses, so you can catch up on sleep and be well-rested before you arrive. However, keep in mind that not all buses for this route offer sleeper beds, so you may have to sleep in a reclined chair instead.

Bangkok to Koh Tao by Minivan

Duration: 16h

Costs: 1,377 THB ($41.50)

Duration: 16h

Costs: 1,377 THB ($41.50)

You can travel to Koh Tao from Bangkok with a combined van and ferry. BookAway lets you book both tickets at once, saving you the trouble of buying them separately.

Fame Tours & Services is operating on this route. See the schedule below.

Van + Ferry schedule from Bangkok to Koh Tao

Yu Travel

Sleeping

Mae Haad Koh Tao

13:00

16h

05:00

Fame Tours & Services

1,377 THB ($41.50)

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Bangkok to Koh Tao by Flight

Duration: 3h 15m - 8h

Costs: 2,781 THB ($84)

Duration: 3h 15m - 8h

Costs: 2,781 THB ($84)

If you’d rather save time than money when travelling from Bangkok to Koh Tao, your best option is to fly via Koh Samui. With this option, you do not need to spend more than half of your day travelling.

Koh Tao doesn’t have its own airport, so you will have to take a flight from Bangkok to Koh Samui, an island that is another main tourist destination just below Koh Tao.

This option also involves a minivan ride to the pier and a ferry ride to Koh Tao. Even with the transfers, by flight is the fastest option to travel from Bangkok to Koh Tao.

TIP: If you decide to travel by plane, please consider including a carbon compensation fee to reduce your impact on the environment.

Step 1: Bangkok to Koh Samui by Flight

Duration: 1 hour 5 minutes

Costs: 2,000 THB ($60)

Duration: 1 hour 5 minutes

Costs: 2,000 THB ($60)

There are multiple flights departing from Bangkok to Koh Samui every day. All flights are operated by Bangkok Airways.

For a flight to Koh Samui Airport that takes around 1 hour 5 minutes, ticket prices start from 2,000 THB ($60).

Check the ferry schedules before booking a flight (Step 3). Most ferry companies have the latest departure at 12:30 pm. This means you have to book a morning flight in order to arrive at Koh Tao on the same day.

For more information, you can read how to go from Bangkok to Koh Samui.

Other flight options when travelling from Bangkok to Koh Tao

You also have the option to fly to Chumphon or Surat Thani and take a ferry from there to Koh Tao.

Flying from Bangkok to Chumphon or Surat Thani can save you some money, but it will also take you more time to reach Koh Samui as these ports are further from Koh Tao.

Travelling this journey to Surat Thani by night train can be a great alternative too, but in the end, the bus + ferry might be the easiest option if you want to save money.

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Step 2: Samui Airport to Pier by Shared Minivan

Duration: 40 minutes

Costs: 250 THB ($7.50)

Duration: 40 minutes

Costs: 250 THB ($7.50)

Seatran Discovery used to include pick-up from the airport, but the last time we checked (June 2024), they haven’t resumed their operations yet. No other ferry companies include airport pick-up, so you’ll need to travel on your own from the airport to the pier.

The ferries from Koh Samui to Koh Tao depart from Mae Nam Pier and Nathon Pier. SmackOne offers van services to these Zone 2 areas for 250 THB ($7.50). There are van departures every 30 minutes from 07:00 to 21:30.

You can also take a taxi from the airport with rates starting from 400 THB ($12).

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Step 3: Koh Samui to Koh Tao by Ferry

Duration: 1h 30m - 6h 15m

Costs: 519 THB ($15.60)

Duration: 1h 30m - 6h 15m

Costs: 519 THB ($15.60)

In Mae Nam and Nathon Pier, high-speed and speed boats to Koh Tao are available. The travel time from Koh Samui to Koh Tao will take just 1.5-2 hours. Fares start from 519 THB ($15.60).

Na Thon Koh Samui Songserm

High Speed

Koh Tao Songserm

10:30

3h 45m

14:15

Songserm

519 THB ($15.60)

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Nathon Pier Koh Samui

High Speed

Songserm Pier (Mae Haad Pier)

10:30

14:30

Songserm

535 THB ($16.10)

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Maenam Pier Koh Samui (Pralan Pier)

Standard

Mae Haad Pier (Lomprayah Ticket office)

11:00

2h 30m

13:30

Lomprayah

559 THB ($16.80)

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Maenam Pier

Laemsor

Mae Haad Koh Tao

11:00

2h 30m

13:30

Lomprayah

572 THB ($17.20)

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Maenam Samui

Catamaran

Mae Haad Koh Tao

08:00

1h 30m

09:30

Lomprayah

622 THB ($18.70)

Get Your Tickets

Na Thon Koh Samui

Catamaran

Mae Haad Koh Tao

12:15

14:15

16:00

1h 30m

17:30

Lomprayah

622 THB ($18.70)

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Maenam Pier

Catamaran

Mae Haad Koh Tao

12:30

1h 30m

14:00

Lomprayah

622 THB ($18.70)

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Maenam Pier

Speedboat

Mae Haad Koh Tao

14:30

1h 30m

16:00

Lomprayah

698 THB ($21)

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Petcherat Marina Bangrak

Speedboat

Koh Tao Songserm

11:30

2h 45m

14:15

Songserm

782 THB ($23.50)

Get Your Tickets

Koh Samui Transfer

Express

Koh Tao Songserm

08:15

6h 15m

14:30

Phantip 1970

855 THB ($25.50)

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Once you reach Koh Tao, you may have to arrange your transfer to your hotel by yourself. Better yet, you can ask your hotel to pick you up from the port once you arrive on the island.

Best places to stay in Koh Tao

The Stamp Hotel - Budget Friendly

Located not far from Sairee Beach. The Stamp Hotel is simple, clean and provides everything you could need for a comfortable stay. The staff are the star of this hotel, helping you with recommendations and hiring scooters.

All rooms come with a patio or balcony for you to sit back and immerse yourself in the nature that surrounds the hotel. This is a great budget option in Koh Tao!

Super clean rooms
Amazing staff
Good location
Great value for money

Private rooms start from $24 per night.

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Budchui Village2 - Mid Range

Budchui Village2 is located just 500m from Sairee Beach and offers a beautiful swimming pool. The stunning mountain views, lush greenery and tranquillity will make for a perfect escape from the busy streets of Koh Tao.

Staff are very helpful and will assist in booking tours, onward travel plans and renting motorcycles or bicycles.

Swimming pool
Close to the beach
Stunning mountain views
Friendly and helpful staff

Private room starts at $31 per night.

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The Dearly Koh Tao Hostel - Mid Range

Located in the Chalok Baan Kao area this hostel is surrounded by nature, lush scenery and tranquillity. The hostel has a large outdoor swimming pool, an on-site restaurant, a bar and a great rooftop terrace for guests to soak in all the sights.

There is also a common area for socializing with a TV, books and a shared computer. Thinking about getting your PADI in Koh Tao, the hostel is also a dive centre. The rooms are spacious and clean with private balconies.

Swimming pool
Dive centre
On-site restaurant and bar
Extremely clean

Private room starts at $36 per night.

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View Point Resort - Treating Yourself

View Point Resort is one of the best places to stay in the whole of Koh Tao. The views are exceptional, the rooms are perfectly designed for an island getaway and they even have a private beach area.

The lagoon-style swimming pool overlooks the sea below, or opt for one of the stunning villas which have their own private swimming pool. Life cannot get much better than this!

Beautiful swimming pools
Exceptional views
Private beach
Delicious complimentary breakfast

Villas start from $86 per night.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Bangkok to Koh Tao

How far is Koh Tao from Bangkok?

Koh Tao is 415 km away from Bangkok, on the western shore of the Gulf of Thailand. Depending on the transport method you take, the journey can take from 3-4 hours (plane) to a whopping 20 hours (train via Surat Thani).

Is it worth making the journey from Bangkok to Koh Tao?

Koh Tao is a very popular diving destination located in the southeast of Thailand. It’s known as one of the cheapest locations in the world to get your PADI license and offers beautiful underwater scenery. If you love the underwater world, you will fall in love with this island! Besides the underwater scenery, you can explore the bays and viewpoints by motorbike, go kayaking or join a boat tour. The famous sand strip in the north.

Does Koh Tao have an airport?

Koh Tao doesn’t have its own airport. You will either have to fly to the nearby island Koh Samui, to Chumphon or to Surat Thani. The most common to travel to Koh Tao by plane is by booking a flight to Koh Samui and then continuing with a 2.5-hour ferry ride to Koh Tao.

How many days should I stay in Koh Tao?

If you are looking to enjoy the island’s stunning beaches, explore its natural beauty, and try out some of the popular water sports such as snorkelling and scuba diving, we recommend spending 3-5 days in Koh Tao. However, if you are interested in getting your Open Water or Advanced Open Water certification, we recommend planning for 5-7 days in Koh Tao to complete your course.

What's the fastest way to get from Bangkok to Koh Tao?

The fastest way to get to Koh Tao is to take a flight from Bangkok to Koh Samui (1h), then a minivan to the pier and a ferry to Koh Tao. The whole journey takes 3-4 hours.

What's the cheapest way to get from Bangkok to Koh Tao?

The cheapest way to get to Koh Tao from Bangkok is to take a train to Chumphon, then a van + ferry to Koh Tao. The total price of the journey depends on the train ticket you buy with third-class seats being the most affordable (but we do recommend splurging on a second-class ticket with AC so you can get better sleep).

Will I get seasick on the ferry to Koh Tao?

Unfortunately, the sea en route to Koh Tao can get choppy. If you struggle with seasickness, make sure to bring motion sickness medication with you.

Rounding it up

We hope this guide was helpful in planning how to get from Bangkok to Koh Tao. If there's anything else you're wondering about, drop us a comment and we'll do our best to answer you within a few days.

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About the author(s)

Maarten

Based in Bali, Maarten’s passion for travel is undeniable. In 2016, he decided to quit his job as a stock analyst and started doing what he always dreamed of: travelling through South East Asia and helping other people plan their trips. When he is not working on Gecko Routes, you’ll find him surfing in the ocean or exploring the best gems of Indonesia.

Abegail

Abby is a writer who finds joy in mountains, beaches, and road trips. She considers her solo backpacking trip to the rice terraces of Bontoc one of the most fulfilling moments in her life. She’s loyal to the islands of her home country, the Philippines, but Thailand’s beaches also have a special place in her heart.