How to travel from Ko Phangan to Bangkok, Thailand
The distance between Ko Phangan and Bangkok is around 454km (282 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a ferry and then fly which takes around 2h 15m.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Ko Phangan to Bangkok by ferry, plane, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Bangkok → Ko Phangan if you're planning a return trip.
Ferry and Plane
Take a ferry to Bangrak Pier Koh Samui then fly from Koh Samui (USM) to Suvarnabhumi (BKK).
- Duration2h 15m
- Flight time1h 15m
- Typical costTHB 3,995($110)
Multiple operators
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Ferry
Take a ferry to Sutthisan MRT Veronica Residence.
- Duration15h 45m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical costTHB 1,780($49)
Raja Ferry
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Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Chumphon then take the train to Bang Sue Junction.
- Duration10h 35m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costTHB 1,925($53)
Multiple operators
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Ferry and Car
Take a ferry to Don Sak Pier then drive to Bangkok.
- Duration12h 40m
- Departs4 times a day
- Typical costTHB 2,540($70)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Ko Phangan and Bangkok
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Ko Phangan to Bangkok by ferry, plane, train and car. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around THB 1,090 ($30) and will take around 16h 30m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a ferry and then fly and arrive in approximately 2h 15m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately THB 3,995 ($110).
The distance between Ko Phangan and Bangkok is around 454km (282 miles).
It takes around 2h 15m to get from Ko Phangan and Bangkok by ferry and plane.
The quickest way to get from Ko Phangan to Bangkok is to take a ferry and then fly which takes around 2h 15m and will set you back approx THB 3,995 ($110).
The cheapest way to travel between Ko Phangan and Bangkok is to take a ferry which will typically cost around THB 1,090 ($30) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Ko Phangan and Bangkok. We recommend that you take a ferry to Bangrak Pier Koh Samui then fly from Koh Samui (USM) to Suvarnabhumi (BKK). instead which will take 2h 15m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Ko Phangan and Bangkok. We recommend that you take a ferry to Bangrak Pier Koh Samui then fly from Koh Samui (USM) to Suvarnabhumi (BKK). instead which will take 2h 15m.
Ferry/Boat travel
Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Ko Phangan and Bangkok. The ferry typically takes around 15h 45m and departs twice daily.
Raja Ferry and Thai Sriram Tour run the ferry services between Ko Phangan and Bangkok. Ferries run twice daily and take around 15h 45m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Ko Phangan to Bangkok. We recommend that you take a ferry to Bangrak Pier Koh Samui then fly from Koh Samui (USM) to Suvarnabhumi (BKK). instead which will take 2h 15m.
The closest major airport to Bangkok is Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) (DMK) which is approximately 22km (13 miles) from Bangkok. Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) (BKK) and U-Tapao International Airport (UTP) (UTP) 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 Phangan to Bangkok. We recommend that you take a ferry to Bangrak Pier Koh Samui then fly from Koh Samui (USM) to Suvarnabhumi (BKK). instead which will take 2h 15m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Ko Phangan to Bangkok is to take a ferry and then fly which takes, on average, 2h 15m and will usually cost around THB 3,995 ($110).
Compare travel optionsbetween Ko Phangan and Bangkok
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Ferry and Plane + 2 similar | 2h 15m | THB 3,995($110) | twice daily | 516km (321 miles) |
| Ferry to Surat Thani Airport, Fly | 5h 5m | THB 2,905($80) | once daily | 678km (421 miles) |
| Ferry to Surat Thani Airport, Fly | 5h 25m | THB 3,485($95) | once daily | 691km (429 miles) |
Ferry + 1 similar | 15h 45m | THB 1,780($49) | twice daily | 466km (290 miles) |
| Ferry to Bangkok Khao San Road | 16h 30m | THB 1,090($30) | once daily | 454km (282 miles) |
Ferry and Train + 1 similar | 10h 35m | THB 1,925($53) | once daily | 714km (444 miles) |
| Ferry to Chumphon Train, Train | 13h 10m | THB 1,200($33) | once daily | 611km (380 miles) |
Ferry and Car | 12h 40m | THB 2,540($70) | 4 times a day | 761km (473 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Ko Phangan and Bangkok
Ferry operators
Seatran Discovery
Lomprayah
Lomlahkkhirin High Speed Ferries
Songserm
Raja Ferry
Train operators
State Railway of Thailand
Airlines
Bangkok Airways
Thai Smile
Thai AirAsia
Nok Air
Thai Lion Mentari
Airports near Bangkok
The following major airports near Bangkok offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Thailand and internationally.
Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)
- Distance
- 22km (13 miles) from Bangkok
Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)
- Distance
- 29km (18 miles) from Bangkok
U-Tapao International Airport (UTP)
- Distance
- 132km (82 miles) from Bangkok