THE SHORT VERSION
Surat Thani to Chumphon at a glance.
- From
- Surat Thani สุราษฎร์ธานี
- To
- Chumphon ชุมพร
- Road distance
- About 188 km
- Straight line
- 152 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~2 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Not listed as direct
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Surat Thani
Surat Thani is southern Thailand's main gateway to Koh Samui, Koh Phangan and Koh Tao. It has three bus terminals, and many combined bus-and-ferry tickets connect through it.
- 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.
Arriving in Chumphon
Combined tickets usually include the transfer to the pier on the coast outside town.
- Chumphon bus terminal
Outside the town centre. Long-distance buses. - Chumphon railway station
In town. Trains and connecting island transfers.
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.
- Night boats and early catamarans mean odd hours. Check the timings on your ticket.
KEEP GOING
From Chumphon, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Chumphon
More buses from Surat Thani
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Surat Thani from Chumphon by road?+
About 188 km by road (152 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Surat Thani to Chumphon 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 Surat Thani?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Surat Thani include Surat Thani Bus Terminal, Talad Kaset 1 and 2, Phun Phin railway station, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Chumphon to Surat Thani?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Chumphon to Surat Thani as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Surat Thani arrive in Chumphon?+
It depends on the operator. In Chumphon, services use Chumphon bus terminal, Chumphon railway station. Combined tickets usually include the transfer to the pier on the coast outside town.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Chumphon?+
Combined tickets usually include the transfer to the pier on the coast outside town.
What kind of bus runs from Surat Thani to Chumphon?+
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 Surat Thani to Chumphon 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 Chumphon by bus?+
Direct buses from Chumphon include Khao Lak, Bangkok, Phuket Town, Hat Yai, Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and more. See all connections on our Chumphon 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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