THE SHORT VERSION
Karon to Khao Sok at a glance.
- From
- Karon กะรน
- To
- Khao Sok เขาสก
- Road distance
- About 1407 km
- Straight line
- 1120 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~17 h 45 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Khao Sok to Karon →
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Karon
Karon is a beach resort on Phuket's west coast, just south of Patong. Most long-distance minivans collect from hotels; there's no bus station.
- Hotel pickups
Minivans and transfers collect from hotels in Karon and Kata.
Arriving in Khao Sok
Guesthouses are spread along the road to the park entrance. Many offer pickup from the highway.
- Khao Sok junction on Highway 401
Buses stop at the road into the park village; minivans may go to guesthouses.
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.
- Cheow Lan Lake trips usually need to be booked in advance.
KEEP GOING
From Khao Sok, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Khao Sok
More buses from Karon
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Karon from Khao Sok by road?+
About 1407 km by road (1120 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Karon to Khao Sok take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 17 h 45 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 Karon?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Karon include Hotel pickups, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Khao Sok to Karon?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Khao Sok to Karon guide.
Where does the bus from Karon arrive in Khao Sok?+
It depends on the operator. In Khao Sok, services use Khao Sok junction on Highway 401. Guesthouses are spread along the road to the park entrance. Many offer pickup from the highway.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Khao Sok?+
Guesthouses are spread along the road to the park entrance. Many offer pickup from the highway.
What kind of bus runs from Karon to Khao Sok?+
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 Karon to Khao Sok 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 Khao Sok by bus?+
Direct buses from Khao Sok include Bangkok, Phuket Town, Surat Thani, Donsak, Khao Lak and more. See all connections on our Khao Sok 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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