Bangkok to Koh Tao
Koh Tao is a dream destination for many divers, who rush here to explore the vibrant coral reefs, and sea creatures, like turtles. Koh Tao actually means a Turtle Island, and it lives to its name. Travelers from Bangkok come here to enjoy the crystal-clear waters and white-sand beaches.
Bangkok to Koh Tao by Bus + Ferry
The land distance between Bangkok and Koh Tao is 700 km, or if you take a flight, it’s 417 km. The easiest and most popular way to get from Bangkok to the tropical paradise is to book a bus + ferry joint ticket for Lomprayah. What’s good about this option, is that Lomprayah is ensuring that your travel goes as smoothly as possible, by providing the tickets for both trip parts for their own transport. It is one of the most known and reputable companies in the Gulf of Thailand and transports thousands of tourists daily.
In Bangkok, the bus departs from Khao San Lomprayah, Bangkok, and takes you to Chumphon Lomprayah station, then you go from bus to ferry, which arrives at its final destination – Mae Haad pier in Koh Tao. The transfer is very easy, and there is guidance provided.
Like all the Lomprayah buses, the bus from Bangkok to Chumphon is air-conditioned, and it can get quite cold on board, we recommend wearing a sweater.
Overall rating of Lomprayah on this route is 4.3, out of 5. Many reviews say that buses often arrive even ahead of time. Another review suggests that the coach was very comfortable for the 8hr drive and while in the ferry, they enjoyed soaking up the sun at the top deck.
Bangkok to Koh Tao Lomprayah Schedule
There are 2 departures daily.
| Departure | Arrival | Duration |
| 6:00 | 14:45 | 8h 45m |
| 21:00 | 8:45 | 11h 45m |
There are a few more ferry companies which offer the Bangkok to Koh Tao transfer, but Lomprayah is our favorite. Others take longer (like 14 hours), and have much lower ratings among the travelers.
Flight from Bangkok to Koh Tao
Since there is no airport in Koh Tao, to travel by air, you will have to take a flight from Bangkok to Koh Samui first, and then take a bus and a ferry to Koh Tao. However, even despite the transfers, this is the fastest travel option.
The duration of the whole trip is around 4 hours.
1.Book the flights from Bangkok to Koh Samui (operated by Bangkok Airways):
Flight duration is around 1.5 hours, and the prices start from $72.
2. Book the bus + ferry from Koh Samui to Koh Tao:
