THE SHORT VERSION
Surat Thani to Yala at a glance.
- From
- Surat Thani สุราษฎร์ธานี
- To
- Yala ยะลา
- Road distance
- About 447 km
- Straight line
- 360 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~5 h 30 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Not listed as direct
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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 Yala
Ask the seller where the service ends in Yala. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.
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.
KEEP GOING
From Yala, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Yala
More buses from Surat Thani
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Surat Thani from Yala by road?+
About 447 km by road (360 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Surat Thani to Yala take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 5 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 Yala to Surat Thani?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Yala to Surat Thani as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Surat Thani arrive in Yala?+
It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.
What kind of bus runs from Surat Thani to Yala?+
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 Yala 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 Yala by bus?+
Direct buses from Yala include Bangkok, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Samut Prakan. See all connections on our Yala bus page.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 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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