Many foreign visitors undertake the journey from Bangkok to Surat Thani which happens to be an important point of transit; there would be several travel options for this trip as mentioned below.

The journey

Travellers heading to Thaialnd would often make the journey from Bangkok to Surat Thani as the latter is an important transit point for those who desire to visit well-known islands such as Koh Samui and Koh Phangan via ferry. A luxury hotel in Koh Samui to consider staying at which you could reach via Surat Thani would be Santiburi Koh Samui; alternatively, for a shorter journey time, such properties can be directly accessed from Koh Samui International Airport.

By plane

As you might expect taking the plane from Bangkok to Surat Thani would be a rapid and comfortable mode of travel. You would have the option of making this flight on a budget airline or opting for a more luxurious journey on Thai Airways. After arriving at the international airport, you could make your way to the next stage of your journey; this can include heading to the port for a ferry ride to Koh Samui (around 90 minutes).

By bus

bus to Surat Thani
Image via Wikimedia Commons – Ilya P, 2nd class bus to Surat Thani, CC BY-SA 3.0

You would find that the most inexpensive way of travelling from Bangkok to Surat Thani would be by taking a bus leaving from a bus terminal in the Thai capital. Travellers could choose from a morning bus or an afternoon bus that would travel overnight. You will find that these buses would feature air conditioning and reclining seats, with refreshments offered for sale onboard.

By train

Another interesting option would be travelling to Surat Thani from Bangkok by train. As you travel in this way, you would have the opportunity to observe the appealing countryside and sleepy towns that you pass through. Should you opt for a sleeper train you could also take a relaxed nap during your journey.