THE SHORT VERSION
Chumphon to Phatthalung at a glance.
- From
- Chumphon ชุมพร
- To
- Phatthalung พัทลุง
- Road distance
- About 390 km
- Straight line
- 335 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~4 h 45 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Not listed as direct
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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 Phatthalung
Ask the seller where the service ends in Phatthalung. 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 Phatthalung, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Phatthalung
More buses from Chumphon
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Chumphon from Phatthalung by road?+
About 390 km by road (335 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Chumphon to Phatthalung take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 4 h 45 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 Phatthalung to Chumphon?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Phatthalung to Chumphon as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Chumphon arrive in Phatthalung?+
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 Chumphon to Phatthalung?+
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 Chumphon to Phatthalung 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 Phatthalung by bus?+
Direct buses from Phatthalung include Krabi Town, Phuket Town, Bangkok, Khon Kaen, Trang and more. See all connections on our Phatthalung bus page.
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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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