THE SHORT VERSION
Krabi Town to Chumphon at a glance.
- From
- Krabi Town กระบี่
- To
- Chumphon ชุมพร
- Road distance
- About 321 km
- Straight line
- 270 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~4 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Chumphon to Krabi Town →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Krabi Town
Krabi Town is the transport hub for Krabi province, the base for Ao Nang, Railay and the islands. Buses from Bangkok, Phuket, Surat Thani and Hat Yai use Krabi Bus Terminal outside the centre.
- Krabi Bus Terminal · สถานีขนส่งกระบี่
Outside the town centre. Long-distance and regional buses and minivans. - Khlong Jilad Pier
Ferries to Koh Phi Phi and Koh Lanta.
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 Krabi Town
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Krabi Town from Chumphon by road?+
About 321 km by road (270 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Krabi Town 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 Krabi Town?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Krabi Town include Krabi Bus Terminal, Khlong Jilad Pier, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Chumphon to Krabi Town?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Chumphon to Krabi Town guide.
Where does the bus from Krabi Town 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 vehicle runs from Krabi Town to Chumphon?+
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 Krabi Town 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 Surat Thani, Hua Hin, Khao Lak, Railay, Ao Nang 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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