THE SHORT VERSION
Nakhon Si Thammarat to Donsak at a glance.
- From
- Nakhon Si Thammarat นครศรีธรรมราช
- To
- Donsak ดอนสัก
- Road distance
- About 122 km
- Straight line
- 103 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~1 h 45 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Donsak to Nakhon Si Thammarat →
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Nakhon Si Thammarat
Boarding points depend on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from their office or your hotel. Your ticket shows the exact place and check-in time.
Arriving in Donsak
Your bus usually takes you straight to the right pier. Check which ferry company your ticket uses.
- Raja Ferry and Seatran piers
Car and passenger ferries to Koh Samui and Koh Phangan.
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.
- Allow time for check-in before ferry departures.
KEEP GOING
From Donsak, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Donsak
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Nakhon Si Thammarat from Donsak by road?+
About 122 km by road (103 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Nakhon Si Thammarat to Donsak take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 1 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 Nakhon Si Thammarat?+
It depends on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Donsak to Nakhon Si Thammarat?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Donsak to Nakhon Si Thammarat guide.
Where does the bus from Nakhon Si Thammarat arrive in Donsak?+
It depends on the operator. In Donsak, services use Raja Ferry and Seatran piers. Your bus usually takes you straight to the right pier. Check which ferry company your ticket uses.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Donsak?+
Your bus usually takes you straight to the right pier. Check which ferry company your ticket uses.
What kind of bus runs from Nakhon Si Thammarat to Donsak?+
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 Nakhon Si Thammarat to Donsak 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 Donsak by bus?+
Direct buses from Donsak include Surat Thani, Krabi Town, Patong, Bangkok, Phuket Town and more. See all connections on our Donsak 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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