THE SHORT VERSION
Chumphon to Khao Sok at a glance.
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Chumphon
Chumphon is a town on Thailand's southern rail and bus line and the shortest crossing point to Koh Tao. Many combined bus-and-boat tickets to Koh Tao, Koh Phangan and Samui go via Chumphon.
- Chumphon bus terminal
Outside the town centre. Long-distance buses. - Chumphon railway station
In town. Trains and connecting island transfers.
Arriving in Khao Sok
Guesthouses are spread along the road to the park entrance. Many offer pickup from the highway.
- Khao Sok junction on Highway 401
Buses stop at the road into the park village; minivans may go to guesthouses.
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.
- Cheow Lan Lake trips usually need to be booked in advance.
KEEP GOING
From Khao Sok, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Khao Sok
More buses from Chumphon
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Chumphon from Khao Sok by road?+
About 1017 km by road (828 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Chumphon to Khao Sok take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 12 h 30 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 Chumphon?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Chumphon include Chumphon bus terminal, Chumphon railway station, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Khao Sok to Chumphon?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Khao Sok to Chumphon as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Chumphon arrive in Khao Sok?+
It depends on the operator. In Khao Sok, services use Khao Sok junction on Highway 401. Guesthouses are spread along the road to the park entrance. Many offer pickup from the highway.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Khao Sok?+
Guesthouses are spread along the road to the park entrance. Many offer pickup from the highway.
What kind of vehicle runs from Chumphon to Khao Sok?+
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 Chumphon to Khao Sok 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 Khao Sok by bus?+
Direct buses from Khao Sok include Bangkok, Hua Hin, Surat Thani, Donsak, Khao Lak and more. See all connections on our Khao Sok 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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