THE SHORT VERSION
Surat Thani to Khao Sok at a glance.
- From
- Surat Thani สุราษฎร์ธานี
- To
- Khao Sok เขาสก
- Road distance
- About 1201 km
- Straight line
- 937 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~14 h 30 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Khao Sok to Surat Thani →
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Surat Thani
Surat Thani is southern Thailand's main gateway to Koh Samui, Koh Phangan and Koh Tao. It has three bus terminals, and many combined bus-and-ferry tickets connect through it.
- Surat Thani Bus Terminal
Outside the city off Highway 401. Long-distance buses. - Talad Kaset 1 and 2
In the city centre. Local and regional buses and minivans. - Phun Phin railway station
About 14 km from the city. Trains and many connecting buses.
Arriving in Khao Sok
Guesthouses are spread along the road to the park entrance. Many offer pickup from the highway.
- Khao Sok junction on Highway 401
Buses stop at the road into the park village; minivans may go to guesthouses.
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.
- Cheow Lan Lake trips usually need to be booked in advance.
KEEP GOING
From Khao Sok, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Khao Sok
More buses from Surat Thani
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Surat Thani from Khao Sok by road?+
About 1201 km by road (937 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Surat Thani to Khao Sok take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 14 h 30 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 Surat Thani?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Surat Thani include Surat Thani Bus Terminal, Talad Kaset 1 and 2, Phun Phin railway station, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Khao Sok to Surat Thani?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Khao Sok to Surat Thani guide.
Where does the bus from Surat Thani arrive in Khao Sok?+
It depends on the operator. In Khao Sok, services use Khao Sok junction on Highway 401. Guesthouses are spread along the road to the park entrance. Many offer pickup from the highway.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Khao Sok?+
Guesthouses are spread along the road to the park entrance. Many offer pickup from the highway.
What kind of bus runs from Surat Thani to Khao Sok?+
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 Surat Thani to Khao Sok 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 Khao Sok by bus?+
Direct buses from Khao Sok include Bangkok, Phuket Town, Donsak, Khao Lak, Krabi Town and more. See all connections on our Khao Sok bus page.
FOLLOW THE INFORMATION
Clear sources. Better decisions.
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.
12Go: Surat Thani to Khao Sok bus route listing ↗Wikivoyage: Surat Thani (Get in) ↗Wikivoyage: Khao Sok National Park (Get in) ↗How BusConnects uses sources →