THE SHORT VERSION
Bangkok to Koh Yao Yai at a glance.
- From
- Bangkok กรุงเทพมหานคร
- To
- Koh Yao Yai เกาะยาวใหญ่
- Straight line
- 669 km
- Return route
- Not listed as direct
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Bangkok
Bangkok is Thailand's capital and its main long-distance bus hub, with separate terminals for the north and north-east, the east, and the south. International buses to Cambodia and Laos also start here.
- Mo Chit (Northern) Bus Terminal
Routes to the north and north-east, and many international buses. - Ekkamai (Eastern) Bus Terminal
Routes to the east coast, such as Pattaya and Trat. - Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai)
Routes to the south and west.
Arriving in Koh Yao Yai
Ask the seller where the service ends in Koh Yao Yai. 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 Koh Yao Yai, the road continues.
12Go's list doesn't include onward buses from Koh Yao Yai yet.
All buses from and to Koh Yao YaiThis trip includes a boat crossing. For ferry routes and timetables, see our sister site FerryConnect.
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How long does the bus from Bangkok to Koh Yao Yai take?+
Journey times depend on the service and any boat connection. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Bangkok?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Bangkok include Mo Chit (Northern) Bus Terminal, Ekkamai (Eastern) Bus Terminal, Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai), and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Koh Yao Yai to Bangkok?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Koh Yao Yai to Bangkok as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Bangkok arrive in Koh Yao Yai?+
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 Bangkok to Koh Yao Yai?+
Tickets to Koh Yao Yai usually combine a bus or van with a boat. The vehicle type, seat style and boat connection are shown for each departure on 12Go.
Can I book the Bangkok to Koh Yao Yai 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.
Does the trip to Koh Yao Yai include a ferry?+
Yes, Koh Yao Yai is an island, so the journey includes a boat crossing. Check whether your ticket covers the boat and the transfer from the pier, and allow for weather delays.
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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