THE SHORT VERSION
Ao Nang to Surat Thani at a glance.
- From
- Ao Nang อ่าวนาง
- To
- Surat Thani สุราษฎร์ธานี
- Road distance
- About 168 km
- Straight line
- 135 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~2 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Surat Thani to Ao Nang →
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Ao Nang
Ao Nang is Krabi's main beach resort and the jumping-off point for longtail boats to Railay. Long-distance buses stop at Krabi Bus Terminal; songthaews and minivans cover the last stretch.
- Hotel pickups and the beach road
Minivans collect from hotels; songthaews run along the main road to Krabi Town.
Arriving in Surat Thani
Check which terminal or office your bus uses. Combined island tickets often continue straight to Donsak pier.
- Surat Thani Bus Terminal
Outside the city off Highway 401. Long-distance buses. - Talad Kaset 1 and 2
In the city centre. Local and regional buses and minivans. - Phun Phin railway station
About 14 km from the city. Trains and many connecting buses.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Donsak pier for Samui and Phangan ferries is over an hour's drive from the city.
KEEP GOING
From Surat Thani, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Surat Thani
More buses from Ao Nang
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Ao Nang from Surat Thani by road?+
About 168 km by road (135 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Ao Nang to Surat Thani take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 2 h 15 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Ao Nang?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Ao Nang include Hotel pickups and the beach road, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Surat Thani to Ao Nang?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Surat Thani to Ao Nang guide.
Where does the bus from Ao Nang arrive in Surat Thani?+
It depends on the operator. In Surat Thani, services use Surat Thani Bus Terminal, Talad Kaset 1 and 2, Phun Phin railway station. Check which terminal or office your bus uses. Combined island tickets often continue straight to Donsak pier.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Surat Thani?+
Check which terminal or office your bus uses. Combined island tickets often continue straight to Donsak pier.
What kind of bus runs from Ao Nang to Surat Thani?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Ao Nang to Surat Thani bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Surat Thani by bus?+
Direct buses from Surat Thani include Donsak, Krabi Town, Chumphon, Khao Lak, Patong and more. See all connections on our Surat Thani bus page.
FOLLOW THE INFORMATION
Clear sources. Better decisions.
Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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