How to travel from Ko Lipe to Sukhothai, Thailand
The distance between Ko Lipe and Sukhothai is around 1,270km (789 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a ferry, then take the bus and then fly which takes around 6h 25m.
10 routes found
We've found 10 different ways to get from Ko Lipe to Sukhothai by ferry, plane, bus, train and taxi. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Sukhothai → Ko Lipe if you're planning a return trip.
Ferry and Plane
Take a ferry to Koh Jum Beach then Railay Beach and then to Ao Nang Pier then fly from Krabi (KBV) to Sukhothai (THS).
- Duration7h 50m
- Flight time2h 40m
- Typical costTHB 8,755($240)
Multiple operators
4 similiar routes
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Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Pak Bara then take the bus to Hat Yai Airport then Phitsanulok Bus Terminal and then to Sukhothai.
- Duration23h 30m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costTHB 2,615($72)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Ferry, Train and Taxi
Take a ferry to Hat Yao Pier then take the train to Bang Sue Junction and then to Phitsanulok then take a taxi to Sukhothai.
- Duration24h 20m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costTHB 6,210($170)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Ko Lipe and Sukhothai
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Ko Lipe to Sukhothai by ferry, plane, bus, train and taxi. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around THB 2,000 ($55) and will take around 1 day 4h. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a ferry, then take the bus and then fly and arrive in approximately 6h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately THB 6,540 ($180).
The distance between Ko Lipe and Sukhothai is around 1,270km (789 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,185km (736 miles)
It takes around 6h 45m to get from Ko Lipe and Sukhothai by ferry, plane and bus.
The quickest way to get from Ko Lipe to Sukhothai is to take a ferry, then take the bus and then fly which takes around 6h 25m and will set you back approx THB 6,540 ($180).
The cheapest way to travel between Ko Lipe and Sukhothai is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around THB 2,000 ($55) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Ko Lipe and Sukhothai. We recommend that you take a ferry to Pak Bara then take the bus to Hat Yai Airport then fly from Hat Yai (HDY) to Sukhothai (THS). instead which will take 6h 25m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Ko Lipe and Sukhothai. We recommend that you take a ferry to Pak Bara then take the bus to Hat Yai Airport then fly from Hat Yai (HDY) to Sukhothai (THS). instead which will take 6h 25m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Ko Lipe to Sukhothai. We recommend that you take a ferry to Hat Yao Pier then fly from Trang (TST) to Phitsanulok (PHS) then take the bus to Sukhothai. instead which will take 6h 45m.
The closest major airport to Sukhothai is Sukhothai Airport (THS) (THS) which is approximately 42km (26 miles) from Sukhothai. Phitsanulok Airport (PHS) (PHS) and Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) (CNX) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Ko Lipe to Sukhothai. We recommend that you take a ferry to Hat Yao Pier then fly from Trang (TST) to Phitsanulok (PHS) then take the bus to Sukhothai. instead which will take 6h 45m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Ko Lipe to Sukhothai is to take a ferry, then fly and then take the bus which takes, on average, 6h 45m and will usually cost around THB 5,665 ($155).
Compare travel optionsbetween Ko Lipe and Sukhothai
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Ferry and Plane + 4 similar | 7h 50m | THB 8,755($240) | once daily | 1,367km (849 miles) |
| Ferry, Bus and Plane | 6h 25m | THB 6,540($180) | every 20 mins | 1,371km (852 miles) |
| Ferry, Plane and Bus | 6h 45m | THB 5,665($155) | once daily | 1,270km (789 miles) |
| Ferry to Pak Bara, bus and plane | 7h 15m | THB 4,395($120) | every 20 mins | 1,349km (838 miles) |
| Ferry to Koh Jum Beach, plane and bus | 8h 50m | THB 8,610($235) | once daily | 1,340km (833 miles) |
Ferry and Bus + 2 similar | 23h 30m | THB 2,615($72) | once daily | 1,577km (980 miles) |
| Ferry to Hat Yai Bus Station, bus | 1 day 1h | THB 2,250($62) | once daily | 1,911km (1,187 miles) |
| Ferry to Hat Yai station, bus | 1 day 4h | THB 2,000($55) | once daily | 2,060km (1,280 miles) |
Ferry, Train and Taxi + 1 similar | 24h 20m | THB 6,210($170) | once daily | 1,489km (926 miles) |
| Ferry, Train and Bus | 1 day 4h | THB 2,035($56) | once daily | 2,082km (1,294 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Ko Lipe and Sukhothai
Bus companies
Phetprasert Tour
Lipe Ferry and Speed Boat
Jolly Travel
Piya Chai Patthana
The Transport Company
Train operators
State Railway of Thailand
Ferry operators
Tigerline Ferry
Bundhaya Speed Boat
Satun Pakbara Speedboat Club
Ploy Siam Speed Boat
Smart En Plus
Airlines
Thai AirAsia
Nok Air
Thai Lion Mentari
Thai Smile
Bangkok Airways
Airports near Sukhothai
The following major airports near Sukhothai offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Thailand and internationally.
Sukhothai Airport (THS)
- Distance
- 42km (26 miles) from Sukhothai
Phitsanulok Airport (PHS)
- Distance
- 99km (61 miles) from Sukhothai
Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)
- Distance
- 187km (116 miles) from Sukhothai