THE SHORT VERSION
Surat Thani to Phang Nga at a glance.
- From
- Surat Thani สุราษฎร์ธานี
- To
- Phang Nga พังงา
- Road distance
- About 157 km
- Straight line
- 115 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~2 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Phang Nga to Surat Thani →
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 Phang Nga
Ask the seller where the service ends in Phang Nga. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.
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.
KEEP GOING
From Phang Nga, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Phang Nga
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Surat Thani from Phang Nga by road?+
About 157 km by road (115 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Surat Thani to Phang Nga 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 Phang Nga to Surat Thani?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Phang Nga to Surat Thani guide.
Where does the bus from Surat Thani arrive in Phang Nga?+
It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.
What kind of bus runs from Surat Thani to Phang Nga?+
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 Phang Nga 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 Phang Nga by bus?+
Direct buses from Phang Nga include Khao Lak, Krabi Town, Patong, Bangkok, Phuket Town and more. See all connections on our Phang Nga bus page.
FOLLOW THE INFORMATION
Clear sources. Better decisions.
Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 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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