THE SHORT VERSION
Donsak to Ao Nang at a glance.
- From
- Donsak ดอนสัก
- To
- Ao Nang อ่าวนาง
- Road distance
- About 214 km
- Straight line
- 172 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~2 h 45 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Ao Nang to Donsak →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Donsak
Donsak is the ferry port on the Gulf coast for Koh Samui and Koh Phangan. Most travellers arrive on a combined bus-and-ferry ticket.
- Raja Ferry and Seatran piers
Car and passenger ferries to Koh Samui and Koh Phangan.
Arriving in Ao Nang
From Krabi Bus Terminal, take a white Krabi–Ao Nang songthaew or a taxi.
- Hotel pickups and the beach road
Minivans collect from hotels; songthaews run along the main road to Krabi Town.
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.
- Longtail boats to Railay leave from the beach; check sea conditions in the wet season.
KEEP GOING
From Ao Nang, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Ao Nang
More buses from Donsak
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Donsak from Ao Nang by road?+
About 214 km by road (172 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Donsak to Ao Nang take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 2 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 Donsak?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Donsak include Raja Ferry and Seatran piers, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Ao Nang to Donsak?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Ao Nang to Donsak guide.
Where does the bus from Donsak arrive in Ao Nang?+
It depends on the operator. In Ao Nang, services use Hotel pickups and the beach road. From Krabi Bus Terminal, take a white Krabi–Ao Nang songthaew or a taxi.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Ao Nang?+
From Krabi Bus Terminal, take a white Krabi–Ao Nang songthaew or a taxi.
What kind of vehicle runs from Donsak to Ao Nang?+
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 Donsak to Ao Nang 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 Ao Nang by bus?+
Direct buses from Ao Nang include Railay, Krabi Town, Khao Lak, Surat Thani, Patong and more. See all connections on our Ao Nang 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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