THE SHORT VERSION
Khao Lak to Chumphon at a glance.
- From
- Khao Lak เขาหลัก
- To
- Chumphon ชุมพร
- Road distance
- About 319 km
- Straight line
- 230 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~4 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Chumphon to Khao Lak →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Khao Lak
Khao Lak is a beach area on the Andaman coast north of Phuket, on Highway 4. Buses between Phuket and Ranong or Takua Pa stop along the main road.
- Highway 4 stops
Buses stop along the main road; minivans often go to hotels.
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 Khao Lak
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Khao Lak from Chumphon by road?+
About 319 km by road (230 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Khao Lak to Chumphon take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 4 h 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 Khao Lak?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Khao Lak include Highway 4 stops, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Chumphon to Khao Lak?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Chumphon to Khao Lak guide.
Where does the bus from Khao Lak 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 bus runs from Khao Lak to Chumphon?+
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 Khao Lak 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 Phuket Town, Bangkok, Hat Yai, Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), Pattaya 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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