Koh Tao to Khao Sok National Park: Online Booking, Schedules, and Routes
Ready to trade Koh Tao’s underwater wonders for Khao Sok’s lush rainforests? Your journey offers a mix of speedy daytime trips and relaxed overnight options.
Choose from speedboats for a quick 5-hour hop, or opt for a leisurely night ferry with sleeping berths. With fares ranging from 1,150 to 1,500 THB and multiple daily departures, you can tailor your trip to your schedule and comfort preferences.
Let SiamTickets guide you through the 7 operator options for your perfect Thai adventure from sea to jungle.
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Travel Schedule from Koh Tao to Khao Sok
Several companies offer services from Koh Tao to Khao Sok, combining sea and land travel to cover the distance efficiently.
Daytime Travel with Speedboat and Van:
Departure: Mae Haad Pier, Koh Tao
| Departure Times | Arrival Times | Operator |
|---|---|---|
| 07:00, 11:00 | 12:30, 16:00 | Lomprayah |
Travel with High-Speed Catamaran
Departure: Koh Tao Booking Center Office
| Departure Times | Arrival Times | Operator |
|---|---|---|
| 09:30 | 17:00 | Koh Tao Booking Center |
Overnight Travel with Night Ferry
Departure: Koh Tao Booking Center Office
Departure: Mae Haad Pier, Koh Tao
| Departure Times | Arrival Times | Operator |
|---|---|---|
| 21:00 | 08:30 (+1) | Koh Tao Booking Center |
| 21:00 | 08:30 (+1) | Fame Tour |
| 21:00 | 09:20 (+1) | 465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport |
| 19:00, 21:00 | 09:30 (+1) | Ramon Transport |
| 21:00 | 09:30 (+1) | Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel |
Fare and Classes
| Transportation Class and Company | Fare Rate |
|---|---|
| Koh Tao Booking Center (Night Ferry+Van) | THB 1,150 |
| Fame Tour (Night Ferry+Van) | THB 1,150 |
| Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel (Night Ferry+Shared Van/Minibus) | THB 1,200 |
| 465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport (Night Ferry+Bus) | THB 1,200 |
| Ramon Transport (Night Ferry+Shared Van/Minibus) | THB 1,250 |
| Lomprayah (Speedboat+Van) | THB 1,450 |
| Koh Tao Booking Center (High-Speed Catamaran+Bus) | THB 1,500 |
Travel Time
The travel time from Koh Tao to Khao Sok varies based on the type of sea travel and connections. All companies use either a bus or a van from Surat Thani town or Donsak to Khao Sok, which takes 2.5-3 hours for the last 190 kilometers of the journey.
Daytime Travel with Speedboat and Van
Lomprayah: 5h to 5h 30m
- 2.5 hours by speedboat to Tapee Pier in Surat Thani
- 2.5-3 hours by minibus for the remaining 190 kilometers
Travel with High-Speed Catamaran and Bus
Koh Tao Booking Center: 7h 30m
- High-speed catamaran to Donsak Pier
- 2.5-3 hours by minibus for the remaining 190 kilometers
Overnight Travel with Night Ferry and Land Transfer
Koh Tao Booking Center, Fame Tour: 11h 30m
- 8-hour night ferry to Surat Thani Night Boat Pier
- 3.5-4.5 hours by minibus, including waiting time
465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport: 12h 20m
- 8-hour night ferry to Surat Thani Night Boat Pier
- 4.5 hours by big bus, including waiting time
Ramon Transport: 12h 30m to 14h 30m
- 8-hour night ferry to Surat Thani Night Boat Pier
- 4.5-6.5 hours by minibus, including waiting time
Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel: 12h 30m
- 8-hour night ferry to Surat Thani Night Boat Pier
- 4.5 hours by minibus, including waiting time
Key Differences
- Daytime Trips: Faster, using speedboats or high-speed catamarans
- Overnight Trips: Slower, using 8-hour night ferries
- Land Journey: Similar for all options, involving either minibuses or, in the case of 465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport, a big bus
Amenities and Services
When traveling from Koh Tao to Khao Sok, you can expect the following amenities and services:
- Lomprayah: Air-conditioned speedboats and minivans. Steward service and onboard restrooms available on speedboats.
- Koh Tao Booking Center: High-speed catamaran or night ferry with sleeping accommodation, air-conditioned buses or vans for land travel. Luggage storage available at their office before departure.
- Fame Tour: Night ferry with sleeping accommodation, air-conditioned vans for land travel.
- 465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport: Night ferry with sleeping accommodation, large air-conditioned bus with ample luggage space for land travel.
- Ramon Transport: Night ferry with sleeping accommodation, shared air-conditioned van or minibus for land travel.
- Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel: Night ferry with sleeping accommodation, shared air-conditioned van or minibus for land travel.
Operator Information and Policies
Luggage Policies:
| Operator | Luggage Policy |
|---|---|
| Lomprayah | Maximum 20 kg luggage allowed per passenger, excess luggage charged at 20 THB per kg, not exceeding 30 kg. |
| Koh Tao Booking Center | 15 kg of luggage allowed per person. Extra seat required for big luggage when traveling by van. |
| Fame Tour | 7 kg of luggage allowed per person. Extra seat recommended for big luggage when traveling by van. |
| 465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport | No specific luggage weight limit mentioned. Large bus provides ample space for luggage. |
| Ramon Transport | One hand-carry luggage and 1 suitcase (24 inches) per person allowed. Extra seat required for XL size luggage. |
| Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel | Limited luggage space in vans. Large suitcases may require purchasing an additional seat. |
Khao Sok National Park
Entrance Fees
- Adults: 300 Baht
- Children: 150 Baht
- Thai Citizens: 40 Baht for adults, 20 Baht for children
Fees valid for multiple days if staying inside the park.
Park Hours
- Open daily: 6 am to 6 pm
- Night safari (headquarters area only): Evenings with a guide
Popular Activities
- Hiking: Trails around headquarters and Cheow Lan Lake (guide required)
- Waterfalls, Caves, and Viewpoints: Accessible by longtail boat from Cheow Lan Lake
- Water Activities: Swimming, tubing, rafting, canoeing, and kayaking (seasonal)
- Accommodation: Raft houses and floating bungalows on Cheow Lan Lake
Amenities and Services at Accommodations
- Air-conditioning in some raft houses
- Wi-Fi available at high-end raft houses and resorts near headquarters
- Electricity provided until 10-11 pm at most raft houses
Koh Tao to Khao Sok FAQ
Services depart from Mae Haad Pier or Koh Tao Booking Center Office on Koh Tao. Arrival points vary by operator but are typically near Khao Sok National Park, including Khao Sok van station, Khao Sok Evergreen House Office, and other nearby transfer points.
Travel times range from 5 hours with Lomprayah’s speedboat and van service to 14 hours 30 minutes with overnight ferry options. The difference is mainly in the sea travel portion, while the land journey remains similar for all options.
Speedboat and high-speed catamaran services offer air-conditioned vessels. Night ferry options provide sleeping accommodation. All services include air-conditioned vehicles for the land portion of the journey, ranging from shared vans to large buses. Onboard restrooms are available on all sea vessels.
Cancellation policies vary by operator. Here’s a concise overview:
- Lomprayah: 100% refund (>48 hours), 50% refund (>36 hours)
- Koh Tao Booking Center: 50% refund (>48 hours)
- Fame Tour: 100% refund (>72 hours), 50% refund (>60 hours)
- 465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport: 100% refund (>24 hours), 50% refund (>12 hours)
- Ramon Transport: 100% refund (>48 hours), 50% refund (>36 hours)
- Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel: 50% refund (>24 hours)
Always review the specific policy when booking.
Summary
Planning a trip from Koh Tao to Khao Sok? Here’s what you need to know:
- Travel options: Speedboat+van, high-speed catamaran+bus, or night ferry+van/bus
- Operators: 7 choices including Lomprayah, Koh Tao Booking Center, Fame Tour
- Travel time: 5-5.5 hours (daytime) or 11.5-14.5 hours (overnight)
- Fares: From 1,150 THB to 1,500 THB
- Departure: Mae Haad Pier or Koh Tao Booking Center Office
- Arrival: Khao Sok van station
- Multiple daily departures
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