Which train is best for Krabi connections?

Express #85 (Bangkok 19:50 → Surat Thani 06:23) offers perfect timing for the 07:30 bus to Krabi. Special Express #39 is fastest if you prefer a later departure from Bangkok.

Train from Bangkok to Krabi: Schedules & Routes

Q: Is there a direct train to Krabi?

No. The railway line ends at Surat Thani. To reach Krabi, you must take a bus for the final 155 km. Combined train+bus tickets are available for a seamless journey.

Q: How long is the total journey?

Approximately 14-15 hours total (8.5-11 hours by train to Surat Thani, plus 3-4 hours by bus to Krabi). The complete distance is about 806 km.

Q: Is it cheaper than flying?

Yes. A 2nd class sleeper train + bus costs THB 900-1,200 total, compared to THB 1,500-3,000 for a flight. Budget options can reduce the cost to THB 550-800 total.

Q: Where does the bus arrive in Krabi?

All buses arrive at Krabi Bus Terminal, which is centrally located with taxis and vans available to all areas (Ao Nang, Railay, Klong Muang, etc.).

Map showing the train route from Bangkok to Krabi, Thailand - 646 km railway journey with 3-hour transit stop in Surat Thani

Travel from Bangkok to Krabi by train and bus, taking 14-15 hours from Thailand’s bustling capital to its pristine beaches and dramatic limestone cliffs.

Start with an overnight train from Bangkok to Surat Thani, then hop on a connecting bus to Krabi—no direct train exists, but the combo offers an affordable adventure.

Prefer a simpler ride? The VIP Bus from Bangkok to Krabi delivers direct, overnight comfort with reclining seats and no transfers.

Note: Book your train tickets to Surat Thani first, then secure separate bus tickets from Surat Thani to Krabi—combined tickets aren’t available.

Contents

Best Train & Bus Combinations
Train Schedule to Surat Thani
Trains to Avoid
Sleeper Classes & Fares
Food & Onboard Services
- Onboard Services
Surat Thani Station to Bus Connection
- Schedule for Surat Thani Train Station to Krabi
FAQs
- Popular Krabi Destinations
Related Trips

Best Train & Bus Combinations

Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station

Option	Train & Bus	Why Choose This
⭐ RECOMMENDED	Train #85 (19:50 → 06:23) + Bus 07:30	Perfect timing, minimal wait
⚡⚡ FASTEST	Train #39 (22:50 → 08:05) + Bus 09:10	Late departure from Bangkok
💰💰 BUDGET	Train #167 (20:30 → 07:16) + Bus 08:00	Lowest combined fare

Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station

Train Schedule to Surat Thani

Trains are listed below by recommendation priority rather than departure time, with our top picks for most travelers appearing first.

Departure → Arrival	Train Info	Best Bus Connection
19:50 → 06:23 (+1)	#85, 1st/2nd class sleeper	07:30 → Krabi 10:30
22:50 → 08:05 (+1)	#39, 1st/2nd class sleeper	09:10 → Krabi 12:10
20:30 → 07:16 (+1)	#167, 2nd/3rd class sleeper	08:00 → Krabi 11:00
18:50 → 04:58 (+1)	#83, 1st/2nd class sleeper	06:30 → Krabi 09:30
16:50 → 04:06 (+1)	#31, 1st/2nd/3rd class	06:30 → Krabi 09:30

Trains to Avoid

Train	Why Avoid
#43 (08:05 → 16:45)	Too late for same-day buses
#171, #169 (night arrivals)	Middle-of-night arrival, long wait

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Sleeper Classes & Fares

First Class AC Sleeper

THB 1,100 – 1,300

Available On:
Special Express (#39) and Express trains (#83, #85)

Private 2-berth cabin with lock
AC control, washbasin
Full dining service available

Interior view of a 1st Class private sleeper train cabin with fold-down beds and private space

Second Class AC Sleeper

THB 600 – 900

Available On:
All overnight trains to Surat Thani

Open berths
Bedding, AC
Privacy curtains, reading light

Fan/3rd Class

THB 250 – 420

Available On:
Rapid trains (#167, #173) only

Fan-cooled or basic seating
Budget-friendly option
Basic bedding on fan sleepers

Food & Onboard Services

Onboard Services

Train Food

At-seat meals (THB 120-250)
Thai and Western options
Dining car on Express trains

Station Vendors

Hua Hin: Seafood snacks
Chumphon: Fresh coffee
5-10 minute stops

Bus Services

Mid-journey rest stop
Complimentary water
Onboard toilets

Thai train food vendor in Hua Hin station offering local dishes to passengers through train window — Thai train food vendor in Hua Hin © Photographer urf/Depositphotos.com

Surat Thani Station to Bus Connection

Bus tickets available at station counters (THB 300-500). Skip lines by booking combined train+bus tickets in advance. Station has waiting areas, snack shops, and toilets.

Surat Thani Station

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Schedule for Surat Thani Train Station to Krabi

All buses cost between THB 300-500 per person and arrive at Krabi Bus Terminal. The Phantip 1970 Express (08:00) is fastest at 3 hours vs standard 4-hour journey. Morning buses (06:30-08:00) align perfectly with overnight train arrivals. Distance: 155 km.

Departure	Operator	Arrival in Krabi
06:30	465 Transport	09:30
07:30	Krabi Sea Pearl	10:30 (direct to station)
08:00	Phantip 1970	11:00
09:10	465 Transport	12:10
11:00	465 Transport	14:00
12:30	465 Transport	15:30
15:30	465 Transport	18:30

FAQs

Is there a direct train to Krabi?

No. Take train to Surat Thani (651 km), then bus (155 km) to Krabi.

How long is the total journey?

14-15 hours total (800 km): 8.5-11 hours train + 3-4 hours bus.

Best train for Krabi connections?

Express #85 (19:50 departure) connects perfectly with 7:30 bus to Krabi.

Is it cheaper than flying?

Yes. Train+bus: THB 900-1,200 total vs flights: THB 1,500-3,000.

Where does the bus arrive in Krabi?

Krabi Bus Terminal, with taxis to Ao Nang, Railay, and other areas.

Popular Krabi Destinations

Ao Nang Beach

Main tourist area with restaurants and hotels
25-35 min from Bus Terminal
Taxi: THB 400-600 / Van: THB 50-100 per person

Railay Beach

Rock climbing paradise, only accessible by boat
30 min to pier + 15 min boat
From Ao Nang pier: Longtail THB 100

Krabi Town

Night markets and authentic local experience
5 min from Bus Terminal
Walking distance or local tuk-tuk THB 50

Taking the combined train and bus from Bangkok to Krabi offers an affordable, scenic alternative to flying. Although the journey covers 800 km and takes 14-15 hours, you’ll experience Thailand’s diverse landscapes and enjoy comfortable overnight travel. SiamTickets streamlines your journey, making this a popular route among budget travelers.

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