Connect from Koh Tao’s island paradise to Bangkok’s urban excitement with reliable ferry and bus combinations spanning 460km. Choose from quick high-speed catamarans with direct bus connections (10-11 hours total) or overnight options (15-18 hours) that let you sleep while traveling and save on hotel costs.

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Ferry and Bus Schedule Koh Tao to Bangkok

Here are the schedules for ferry and bus services from Koh Tao to Bangkok, organized by ferry type and service class:

High-Speed Ferry + VIP Bus Schedule

Departure	Arrival	Service
10:15 AM	08:30 PM	Lomprayah
02:45 PM	00:45 AM (+1)	Lomprayah

High-Speed Ferry + Express Bus Schedule

Departure	Arrival	Service
10:15 AM	08:30 PM	Lomprayah
02:45 PM	00:45 AM (+1)	Lomprayah

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Departure	Arrival	Service
09:30 AM	05:30 AM (+1)	Nara Travel

Overnight Ferry + Van Schedule

Departure	Arrival	Service
09:00 PM	01:00 PM (+1)	Fame Tour
09:00 PM	01:00 PM (+1)	Koh Tao Booking Center

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Departure	Arrival	Service (Destination)
09:00 PM	03:30 PM (+1)	Fame Tour
09:00 PM	05:30 PM (+1)	Koh Tao Booking Center (Southern)
09:00 PM	05:00 PM (+1)	Fame Tour (Southern)

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Ferry Options: High-Speed vs. Overnight Services

When traveling from Koh Tao to Bangkok, you’ll encounter two main ferry options that significantly affect your overall journey experience:

High-Speed Ferry (Lomprayah)

• Journey Time:1.5-2 hours to mainland
• Comfort: Indoor air-conditioned seating, airline-style seats
• Schedule: Morning and afternoon departures
• Benefits: Fastest option, daytime travel, well-maintained vessels
• Best For: Travelers prioritizing speed and comfort during daytime hours

Overnight Ferry (Fame Tour/Koh Tao Booking Center)

• Journey Time: 7-8 hours overnight to mainland
• Comfort: Basic sleeping facilities with mattresses in open-plan arrangement
• Schedule: Evening departures (typically 9:00 PM)
• Benefits: Saves one night’s accommodation, can sleep during travel
• Best For: Budget travelers and those who can sleep easily in shared spaces

Bus Types and Fares

VIP Buses

• Spacious seating with 3 seats per row (2+1 configuration)
• Extra legroom and 135-degree reclining capability
• USB charging ports, personal reading lights
• Complimentary snacks, water, and blankets

Express Buses

• Standard 4 seats per row (2+2 configuration)
• Regular legroom with 125-degree recline
• Air conditioning and onboard toilet in most buses
• Basic refreshments and regular rest stops

Overnight Bus

• Standard bus with seats that recline for overnight sleeping
• Blankets provided for overnight comfort (bring a travel pillow)
• Onboard toilet and scheduled rest stops
• Early morning arrival in Bangkok

Vans

• 9-12 seat configuration used for mainland transfers
• Limited legroom and storage space
• Air conditioning (often quite strong)
• More direct routes with fewer stops than buses
• Driver may stop for bathroom breaks and quick meals

Operators

Lomprayah (High-Speed Ferry + Bus)

Lomprayah operates high-speed catamarans connecting to their own bus service, with both Express and VIP options available.

• Route: Koh Tao (Mae Haad) → Chumphon → Bangkok (Southern Bus Terminal)
• Travel Time: 10-11 hours total
• Check-in: Mae Haad Pier, 60 minutes before departure

Nara Travel (Day Ferry + Overnight Bus)

Nara Travel offers a day ferry connection to an overnight bus service, allowing early morning arrival in Bangkok.

• Route: Koh Tao → Surat Thani/Chumphon → Bangkok (Khao San area)
• Travel Time: 20 hours total
• Check-in: Koh Tao Lomprayah Pier, 60 minutes before departure

Fame Tour (Overnight Ferry + Van)

Fame Tour specializes in overnight sleeper ferries with morning van transfers, popular among budget travelers for saving on accommodation costs.

• Route: Koh Tao → Chumphon (overnight) → Bangkok (Khao San or Southern Terminal)
• Travel Time: 15-17 hours total
• Check-in: Mae Haad Pier, 60 minutes before departure

Koh Tao Booking Center (Overnight Ferry + Van)

Koh Tao Booking Center is a local travel agency that arranges similar overnight ferry services to Fame Tour, occasionally with different ferry options.

• Route: Koh Tao → Chumphon/Surat Thani → Bangkok (Khao San or Southern Terminal)
• Travel Time: 15-18 hours total
• Check-in: Koh Tao Booking Center Office, 60 minutes before departure

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