THE SHORT VERSION
Donsak to Surat Thani at a glance.
- From
- Donsak ดอนสัก
- To
- Surat Thani สุราษฎร์ธานี
- Road distance
- About 63 km
- Straight line
- 45 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~60 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Surat Thani to Donsak →
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Donsak
Donsak is the ferry port on the Gulf coast for Koh Samui and Koh Phangan. Most travellers arrive on a combined bus-and-ferry ticket.
- Raja Ferry and Seatran piers
Car and passenger ferries to Koh Samui and Koh Phangan.
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 Donsak
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Donsak from Surat Thani by road?+
About 63 km by road (45 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Donsak to Surat Thani take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 60 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 Donsak?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Donsak include Raja Ferry and Seatran piers, 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 Donsak?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Surat Thani to Donsak guide.
Where does the bus from Donsak 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 Donsak 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 Donsak 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 Krabi Town, Ao Nang, 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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