THE SHORT VERSION
Khao Sok to Ao Nang at a glance.
- From
- Khao Sok เขาสก
- To
- Ao Nang อ่าวนาง
- Road distance
- About 1345 km
- Straight line
- 1070 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~16 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Ao Nang to Khao Sok →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Khao Sok
Khao Sok National Park is a rainforest reserve between Surat Thani and the Andaman coast. Buses on the Surat Thani–Takua Pa road stop at the turn-off for the park village.
- Khao Sok junction on Highway 401
Buses stop at the road into the park village; minivans may go to guesthouses.
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 Khao Sok
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Khao Sok from Ao Nang by road?+
About 1345 km by road (1070 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Khao Sok to Ao Nang take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 16 h 15 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 Khao Sok?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Khao Sok include Khao Sok junction on Highway 401, 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 Khao Sok?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Ao Nang to Khao Sok guide.
Where does the bus from Khao Sok 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 bus runs from Khao Sok to Ao Nang?+
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 Sok 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 Khao Lak, Surat Thani, Patong, Phuket Town, Karon 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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