[\/cp-chillpainai-id-product-post]<\/span><\/p>","contentend":"<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ba372a;\">2. Koh Kood, Trat<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p>Another beautiful island in the Gulf of Thailand is Koh Kood, a stunning island with clear waters located in Trat Province. It’s also the last island within Thailand’s territory.<\/p>\r\n<p>For those without a private car, traveling to Koh Kood from Bangkok is similar to the trip to Koh Chang, with combined bus and boat services available. You can choose between a van or a bus.<\/p>\r\n<p>Starting with the bus option, the pickup point is the same as for Koh Chang—on Khao San Road. There are two departure times: 6 AM and 8 AM.<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>\r\n<p>The 6 AM bus goes to Haad Lek Pier, where you transfer to a speed catamaran to Koh Kood, arriving around 2 PM.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p>The 8 AM bus goes to Laem Sok Pier, with a boat transfer to Koh Kood arriving around 3:20 PM.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>After arriving on the island, songthaews (local pickup trucks) will take you to your accommodation.<\/p>\r\n<p>On the bus, you’ll receive one bottle of water, a piece of cake, and there’s also a meal served at the pier. You can choose your meal from a menu when you book your ticket on Khao San Road.<\/p>\r\n<p>For the return trip, there are two boat departures from Koh Kood: at 9 AM, arriving back in Bangkok around 5:30 PM, and at noon, arriving around 8 PM.<\/p>\r\n<p>The cost for the bus and boat combined is about 1,100 THB per trip.<\/p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><img src=\"https:\/\/chillpainai.com\/storage\/scoop\/16465\/2\/koh-kood-drone62.jpg\" alt=\"koh-kood-drone62\" \/><img src=\"https:\/\/chillpainai.com\/storage\/scoop\/16465\/2\/1.jpg\" alt=\"1\" \/><br \/><img src=\"https:\/\/chillpainai.com\/storage\/scoop\/16465\/2\/2.jpg\" alt=\"2\" \/><\/p>\r\n<p>Another option for traveling from Bangkok to Koh Kood is a combined van and boat service. You can board the van at one of three pickup points: Khao San Road, The Nine Rama 9 shopping mall, or Suvarnabhumi Airport. You can choose whichever is most convenient for you.<\/p>\r\n<p>There are two departure times:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>\r\n<p>The first leaves Khao San Road (in front of Starbucks) at 5:00 AM, then picks up passengers at The Nine Rama 9 (McDonald’s) at 5:30 AM, followed by a stop at Suvarnabhumi Airport (Magic Food Point, 1st floor, Gate 8) at 6:00 AM. The van then heads to Laem Sok Pier to catch the catamaran to Koh Kood, arriving at Ao Salad Pier on Koh Kood at 1:20 PM.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p>The second departure leaves Khao San Road at 7:00 AM, picks up at The Nine Rama 9 at 7:40 AM, then at Suvarnabhumi Airport at 8:20 AM, arriving on Koh Kood at 3:20 PM.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>After arriving, songthaews (local pickups) will take passengers to their accommodations.<\/p>\r\n<p>For the return trip, there are two options: a 12:30 PM boat arriving back in Bangkok at 8:30 PM, and a 1:50 PM boat arriving at 10:30 PM.<\/p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"color: #000000; font-family: '-apple-system', 'system-ui', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-align: left; word-spacing: 0px;\"><img src=\"https:\/\/chillpainai.com\/storage\/scoop\/16465\/2\/4.jpg\" alt=\"4\" \/><img style=\"font-family: '-apple-system', BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;\" src=\"https:\/\/chillpainai.com\/storage\/scoop\/16465\/2\/3.jpg\" alt=\"3\" \/><\/span><\/p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"color: #000000; font-family: '-apple-system', 'system-ui', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; text-align: left; word-spacing: 0px;\">
[\/cp-chillpainai-id-product-post]<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ba372a;\">3. Koh Tao, Surat Thani <\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p>Koh Tao, another beautiful island in Surat Thani province, is renowned for its stunning underwater nature. It’s a top destination for both snorkeling and scuba diving enthusiasts who want to experience its breathtaking marine life.<\/p>\r\n<p>For those without a private car, the most convenient way to get to Koh Tao is by taking a bus plus ferry service from Bangkok. The bus departs from Khao San Road near Wat Bowonniwet, with two daily departures:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>\r\n<p>The 6:00 AM bus arrives at Koh Tao at 3:15 PM.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p>The 9:00 PM bus arrives at Koh Tao at 8:45 AM the next day.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>The buses come with onboard restrooms and charging ports. There are two types: VIP and regular buses. VIP buses provide complimentary water and snacks. Passengers are allowed to bring up to two bags, each weighing no more than 30 kilograms.<\/p>\r\n<p>The morning bus goes straight to the pier without any stops, while the night bus includes a 30-minute restroom break. The bus drops passengers off at the pier in Chumphon, where they transfer to a catamaran ferry to Koh Tao.<\/p>\r\n<p>For the return trip, there are two options:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>\r\n<p>A 10:15 AM ferry arriving back in Bangkok by 8:30 PM.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p>A 2:45 PM ferry arriving in Bangkok at 12:45 AM.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>Another option is to fly to Surat Thani Airport and then take a van plus ferry. There are two daily departures:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>\r\n<p>The 9:30 AM van to Don Sak Pier in Surat Thani, with a ferry arrival at Koh Tao at 2:15 PM.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p>The 12:30 PM van arriving at Koh Tao by 5:45 PM.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>For the return trip, there’s one scheduled departure at 9:30 AM, arriving back at Surat Thani Airport by 2:30 PM.<\/p>\r\n<p style=\"color: #000000; font-family: '-apple-system', 'system-ui', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; word-spacing: 0px;\"><img src=\"https:\/\/chillpainai.com\/storage\/scoop\/16465\/3\/t12.jpg\" alt=\"t12\" \/><img src=\"https:\/\/chillpainai.com\/storage\/scoop\/16465\/3\/lomprayah-bus-bangkok-1200-10.jpg\" alt=\"Lomprayah_Bus_Bangkok_1200_10\" \/><img src=\"https:\/\/chillpainai.com\/storage\/scoop\/16465\/3\/lpya1.jpg\" alt=\"lpya1\" \/><\/p>\r\n<p style=\"color: #000000; font-family: '-apple-system', 'system-ui', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; word-spacing: 0px;\"><span style=\"color: #000000; font-family: -apple-system, 'system-ui', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;\">
[\/cp-chillpainai-id-product-post]<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ba372a;\">4. Koh Phangan, Surat Thani <\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p>Right next to Koh Tao is Koh Phangan, another beautiful island in Surat Thani province. It’s famous worldwide for its legendary Full Moon Party. But beyond the party scene, Koh Phangan also offers a peaceful atmosphere perfect for relaxation.<\/p>\r\n<p>Getting to Koh Phangan is quite similar to traveling to Koh Tao. From Bangkok, there are combined bus and ferry services to Koh Phangan. The bus departs from Khao San Road with two daily departures:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>\r\n<p>The 6:00 AM bus arrives at Koh Phangan at 4:45 PM.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p>The 9:00 PM bus arrives at Koh Phangan at 10:30 AM the next day.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>For the return trip, there are also two departures:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>\r\n<p>The 8:30 AM ferry arrives back in Bangkok by 8:30 PM.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p>The 1:00 PM ferry arrives in Bangkok around 12:45 AM.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>Additionally, there’s a van plus catamaran ferry service from Surat Thani Airport to Koh Phangan, departing from Don Sak Pier:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>\r\n<p>Morning trip: 9:30 AM van, arriving at the pier by 12:45 PM.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p>Afternoon trip: 12:30 PM van, arriving by 4:30 PM.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>For the return trips, there are two options:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>\r\n<p>8:00 AM departure, arriving at Surat Thani Airport by 11:30 AM.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p>11:00 AM departure, arriving by 2:30 PM.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p style=\"color: #000000; font-family: '-apple-system', 'system-ui', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; word-spacing: 0px;\"><img src=\"https:\/\/chillpainai.com\/storage\/scoop\/16465\/4\/1.jpg\" alt=\"1\" \/><img src=\"https:\/\/chillpainai.com\/storage\/scoop\/16465\/4\/lomprayah-bus-bangkok-1200-4.jpg\" alt=\"Lomprayah_Bus_Bangkok_1200_4\" \/><img src=\"https:\/\/chillpainai.com\/storage\/scoop\/16465\/4\/lpya2.jpg\" alt=\"lpya2\" \/><\/p>\r\n<p style=\"color: #000000; font-family: '-apple-system', 'system-ui', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; word-spacing: 0px;\"><span style=\"color: #000000; font-family: -apple-system, 'system-ui', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;\">
[\/cp-chillpainai-id-product-post]<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ba372a;\">5. Koh Samui, Surat Thani <\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p>Koh Samui is another famous island in Surat Thani province, known for its clear blue waters and white sandy beaches. For those without a private vehicle, getting to Koh Samui is quite similar to traveling to Koh Tao and Koh Phangan. There are combined bus and ferry services from Bangkok to Koh Samui, with departures from Khao San Road.<\/p>\r\n<p>There are two daily bus departures:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>\r\n<p>6:00 AM, arriving at Koh Samui around 5:30 PM<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p>9:00 PM, arriving at Koh Samui around 11:30 AM the next day<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>Return trips also have two departures:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>\r\n<p>8:00 AM, arriving back in Bangkok by 8:30 PM<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p>12:00 PM, arriving in Bangkok around 12:45 AM<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>As for flights, besides direct flights to Koh Samui Airport, you can also fly into Surat Thani Airport and then take a van plus catamaran ferry to Koh Samui. This service runs twice daily:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>\r\n<p>Morning trip departs at 9:30 AM, arriving at Koh Samui around 11:45 AM<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p>Afternoon trip departs at 12:30 PM, arriving at Koh Samui around 3:45 PM<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>For the return journey by this route, there are two departures:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>\r\n<p>8:30 AM, arriving at Surat Thani Airport by 11:30 AM<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p>11:45 AM, arriving at Surat Thani Airport by 2:30 PM<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p style=\"color: #000000; font-family: '-apple-system', 'system-ui', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; word-spacing: 0px;\"><img src=\"https:\/\/chillpainai.com\/storage\/scoop\/16465\/5\/1.jpg\" alt=\"1\" \/><img src=\"https:\/\/chillpainai.com\/storage\/scoop\/16465\/5\/lomprayah-bus-bangkok-1200-9.jpg\" alt=\"Lomprayah_Bus_Bangkok_1200_9\" \/><img src=\"https:\/\/chillpainai.com\/storage\/scoop\/16465\/5\/lpya7.jpg\" alt=\"lpya7\" \/><\/p>\r\n<p style=\"color: #000000; font-family: '-apple-system', 'system-ui', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; word-spacing: 0px;\"><span style=\"color: #000000; font-family: -apple-system, 'system-ui', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;\">
[\/cp-chillpainai-id-product-post]<\/span><\/p>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ba372a;\">6. Koh Lipe, Satun<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p>Let’s move on to another paradise island in the Andaman Sea, Koh Lipe, located in Satun Province. The most convenient way to get there is by flying to Hat Yai Airport and then taking a shared van and speedboat transfer via Pak Bara Pier.<\/p>\r\n<p>There are two transfer options available each day:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>\r\n<p>Morning departure: Pick-up at Hat Yai Airport at 9:00 AM, speedboat leaves at 11:30 AM, and arrival at Koh Lipe is around 1:30 PM.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p>Late-morning departure: Pick-up at Hat Yai Airport at 11:00 AM, speedboat departs at 1:30 PM, and you’ll reach Koh Lipe by around 3:30 PM.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>Depending on the weather, the boat may stop for quick photo opportunities at Tarutao Island and Khai Island along the way.<\/p>\r\n<p>For the return trip, there are also two daily departures from Koh Lipe:<\/p>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li>\r\n<p>Morning return: Speedboat departs at 9:30 AM and arrives at Hat Yai Airport by 1:30 PM.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<li>\r\n<p>Late-morning return: Speedboat leaves at 11:30 AM and gets to the airport around 3:30 PM.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<p>This is a smooth and scenic travel option for those looking to experience one of Thailand’s most beautiful islands.<\/p>\r\n<p style=\"color: #000000; font-family: '-apple-system', 'system-ui', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; word-spacing: 0px;\"><img src=\"https:\/\/chillpainai.com\/storage\/scoop\/16465\/6\/d8.jpg\" alt=\"d8\" \/><img src=\"https:\/\/chillpainai.com\/storage\/scoop\/16465\/6\/tj1.jpg\" alt=\"tj1\" \/><img src=\"https:\/\/chillpainai.com\/storage\/scoop\/16465\/6\/tj4.jpg\" alt=\"tj4\" \/><\/p>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\"><span style=\"color: #000000; font-family: -apple-system, 'system-ui', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;\">
[\/cp-chillpainai-id-product-post]<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #ba372a;\">7. Phuket Island<\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p>Let’s wrap up with Phuket, one of Thailand’s most famous islands. Getting to Phuket is very convenient—flying is the easiest option, with frequent flights landing at Phuket International Airport. Alternatively, you can also take a bus from Bangkok.<\/p>\r\n<p>If you can drive, renting a car in Phuket is a great option and offers more flexibility. Several rental companies operate on the island, and you can choose your preferred pick-up location.<\/p>\r\n<p>For those without a car, getting around Phuket is still easy. You can use the <strong>Phuket Smart Bus<\/strong>, which runs through many of the island’s top tourist spots. The buses operate every hour from 6:20 AM to 10:30 PM, seven days a week with no holidays.<\/p>\r\n<p>For more information, you can visit the official website: <a href=\"https:\/\/phuketsmartbus.com\/\">https:\/\/phuketsmartbus.com\/<\/a><\/p>\r\n<p style=\"color: #000000; font-family: '-apple-system', 'system-ui', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; word-spacing: 0px;\"><img src=\"https:\/\/chillpainai.com\/storage\/scoop\/16465\/7\/3.jpg\" alt=\"3\" \/><img src=\"https:\/\/chillpainai.com\/storage\/scoop\/16465\/7\/2.jpg\" alt=\"2\" \/><img src=\"https:\/\/chillpainai.com\/storage\/scoop\/16465\/7\/1.jpg\" alt=\"1\" \/><\/p>\r\n<p style=\"color: #000000; font-family: '-apple-system', 'system-ui', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-weight: 400; word-spacing: 0px;\"><span style=\"color: #000000; font-family: -apple-system, 'system-ui', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: medium; font-style: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; widows: 2; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; white-space: normal; text-decoration-thickness: initial; text-decoration-style: initial; text-decoration-color: initial; display: inline !important; float: none;\">
