THE SHORT VERSION
Ao Nang to Chumphon at a glance.
- From
- Ao Nang อ่าวนาง
- To
- Chumphon ชุมพร
- Road distance
- About 333 km
- Straight line
- 277 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~4 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Chumphon to Ao Nang →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Ao Nang
Ao Nang is Krabi's main beach resort and the jumping-off point for longtail boats to Railay. Long-distance buses stop at Krabi Bus Terminal; songthaews and minivans cover the last stretch.
- Hotel pickups and the beach road
Minivans collect from hotels; songthaews run along the main road to Krabi Town.
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 Ao Nang
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Ao Nang from Chumphon by road?+
About 333 km by road (277 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Ao Nang to Chumphon take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 4 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 Ao Nang?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Ao Nang include Hotel pickups and the beach road, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Chumphon to Ao Nang?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Chumphon to Ao Nang guide.
Where does the bus from Ao Nang 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 vehicle runs from Ao Nang to Chumphon?+
12Go lists minivan (shared van) services on this route rather than full-size buses. Vans are usually quicker but have less luggage space, so check the luggage allowance for your departure before you book.
Can I book the Ao Nang 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 Surat Thani, Hua Hin, Khao Lak, Krabi Town, Railay and more. See all connections on our Chumphon bus page.
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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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