How to Get to Khao Sok
Detailed Travel Information
Situated between Thailand's east and west coasts, Khao Sok is easily accessible from tourist hotspots like Phuket, Krabi and Surat Thani via public and private transport. You have many choices when deciding how to get to Khao Sok. We have listed travel options below to help you plan a smooth journey. When it's time to leave you will probably start your journey from the Khao Sok van station. We've got you covered.
For specific locations follow the 'Getting here' links. See below for more travel information on Flights, Private Transfers, Self-drive, a full list of travel times and what to expect on arrival.
Getting to Khao Sok from
Flying to Khao Sok
AIRPORT | Phuket | Surat Thani | Krabi |
|---|---|---|---|
Distance | 132 km | 105 km | 160 km |
Travel Time | 3hrs | 2hrs | 2.5hrs |
Private Transfers to Khao Sok
We can arrange private transportation, via a car or a van, from anywhere in Southern Thailand.
From the east: Koh Samui, Koh Phangan and Koh Tao,
From the west: Khao Lak, Krabi, Phuket
From the islands: Koh Lanta, Koh Phi Phi, and the Similan Islands.
If you are coming directly from one of the islands, we can arrange a private pick-up from any pier. A car can usually fit two adults and luggages, or three adults with smaller amounts of luggage. We recommend a van for three or more people.
Location | Travel Time in Hours |
|---|---|
Surat Thani | |
| Surat Thani Airport or Train Station | 2.0 |
| Surat Thani Town | 2.0 |
| Don Sak Pier (To Koh Samui & Pa-ngan) | 3.0 |
Phang Nga & Ranong | |
| Khao Lak - Ban Nam Khem Pier, Phang Nga | 1.0 |
| Thaplamu Pier, Phang Nga | 1.5 |
| Kuraburi (to Koh Phratong & Koh Surin) | 2.0 |
| Ranong Pier | 3.5 |
Krabi | |
| Krabi Airport, Krabi Town, Ao Nang and Piers | 2.5 |
| Laem Kruat Pier (to Koh Jum) | 3.5 |
| Koh Lanta (with the Ferry) | 4.5 |
Phuket | |
| Phuket Airport, Nai Yang & Nai Thon Beach, Mai Khao Beach | 3.0 |
| Phuket Town, Ratchada & Bang Rong Pier, Ao Por Grand Marina | 3.5 |
| Phuket Beaches (Kata, Karon, Patong, Rawai and others) | 4.0 |
| Pak Meng Pier (to Koh Ngai, Khuan Tung Ku Pier (to Koh Mook)) | 4.0 |
| Trang Town or Train Station | 4.5 |
| Pakbara Pier (to Koh Lipe) | 6.0 |
Khao Lak, Nakhon Si Thammarat | |
| Khao Lak | 3.5 |
| Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport, Chumphon Pier | 4.5 |
How to get to Khao Sok by car or motorbike
For guests who prefer a self-drive trip to Our Jungle House and Khao Sok National Park, the roads are well maintained and the directions are easy to follow. You can key in our GPS coordinates: GPS: 8.9105, 98.5310 (+8° 54′ 37.8″, +98° 31′ 51.6″)
Note:Please be aware that during the rainy season, the gravel road connecting Our Jungle House and Khao Sok Town can become very muddy in patches which makes it challenging for small-capacity motorcycles to travel on.
At OJH, we have a gravel and grass parking area, both uncovered, located beside the reception area.