Koh Lipe to Surat Thani

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How to Travel from Koh Lipe to Surat Thani

Traveling from Koh Lipe, a picturesque island in the Andaman Sea, to Surat Thani, a major transportation hub in southern Thailand, involves multiple transport options. Below is a detailed guide on how to make this journey.

koh lipe

Option 1: Speedboat + Minivan+Minivan (Most Common Route)

Speedboat from Koh Lipe to Pak Bara Pier

  • Departure: Pattaya Beach, Koh Lipe at 9:30 AM (check-in 30 minutes prior).
  • Duration: Approximately 1.5 hours.
  • Arrival: Pak Bara Pier in Satun Province1.

Minivan from Pak Bara Pier to Krabi

  • Departure: 11:30 a.m. from Pak Bara Pier to Krabi
  • Duration: Around 5 hours.
  • Arrival: Krabi Transport Counter near Krabi Bus Station at approximately 4:00 p.m.
krabi

Minivan from Krabi to Surat Thani

  • Departure: 4:30 PM from Krabi.
  • Duration: About 2 hours.
  • Arrival: Surat Thani bus stop (Talad Tha Kaset 2) around 6:30 p.m.
    • Total Travel Time: 9–10 hours depending on connections and waiting times.
    • Cost: Approximately ฿0000

    Option 2: Speedboat + Van+MiniBus

    Speedboat from Koh Lipe to Pak Bara Pier

    • Departure: Pattaya Beach, Koh Lipe at 9:30 AM (check-in 30 minutes prior).
    • Duration: Approximately 1.5 hours.
    • Arrival: Pak Bara Pier in Satun Province

    Minivan from Pak Bara Pier to Hat Yai

    • Departure: 11:30 AM from Pak Bara Pier to Hat Yai Town
    • Duration: Around 2 hours.
    • Arrival: at Hat Yai Town @14:00

    Minibus from Krabi to Surat Thani Bus stop[Talad tha kaset2]

    • Departure: 14:30 PM from Hat yai to Surat thani bus stop
    • Duration: About 5 hours.
    • Arrival: Surat Thani bus stop (Talad Tha Kaset 2) around 19:30 PM
    • Total Travel Time: 9–10 hours depending on connections and waiting times.

      This option is ideal for travelers seeking fewer transfers.

      Option 3: Speedboat +Van + Train

      hat yai railway station
      hat yai railway station

      Speedboat from Koh Lipe to Pak Bara Pier

      • Departure: Pattaya Beach, Koh Lipe at 9:30 AM (check-in 30 minutes prior).
      • Duration: Approximately 1.5 hours.
      • Arrival: Pak Bara Pier in Satun Province1.

      Minivan from Pak Bara Pier to Hat Yai

      • Departure: 11:30 AM from Pak Bara Pier.
      • Duration: Around 2 hours.
      • Arrival: at Hat Yai Town @14:00

      Train from Hat Yai Railway Station to Surat thani Train Station

      • Departure : at 16:05 p.m. by [Train no.172]
      • Duration: Approximately 3–4 hours depending on the ferry operator.
      • Arrival at Surat thani Train Station at 20:52 p.m.

      Train from Trang Station to Surat Thani

      • Duration: Around 4 hours depending on the train type (VIP sleeper or regular).
        • Total Travel Time: Approximately 8–9 hours.
        • Cost: ฿000000 depending on train class
        suratthani train station

        Key Considerations

        • Luggage Restrictions: Most ferries and minivans allow luggage up to 20 kg; additional fees may apply for extra weight
        • Booking Tickets: It is recommended to book tickets online in advance for better rates and guaranteed seats
        • Flexibility: Direct ferry routes are available but may have limited schedules compared to multi-step routes involving buses or trains.