Surat Thani to Samut Sakhon

Travelling between Surat Thani and Samut Sakhon is possible by Train, van and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 371.47 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 6.65.

It can take you anywhere between 9 and 15 hours to travel between Surat Thani and Samut Sakhon depending on the means of transport you choose.

Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Surat Thani and Samut Sakhon. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 8h 30m. Train does a much slower job and take about 14h 27m to reach Samut Sakhon.

Travelling between Surat Thani and Samut Sakhon can be as cheap as USD 6.65 if you opt for a Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย) train and as expensive as USD 371.47 if you buy a Mr Toon (มิสเตอร์ตูน ชาเตอร์) taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

• 1 from Surat Thani to Samut Sakhon starting from 10:40 Don Mueang Airport until 15:20 Don Mueang Airport
• 1 from Surat Thani to Samut Sakhon starting from 19:15 Southern Terminal Bangkok until 19:30 Southern Terminal Bangkok
• 1 by taxi+Van from Surat Thani to Samut Sakhon starting from 08:30 Suvarnabhumi Airport until 08:30 Suvarnabhumi Airport
• 1 from Surat Thani to Samut Sakhon starting from 05:56 Bang Sue Junction until 20:41 Bang Sue Junction
• 1 from Surat Thani to Samut Sakhon starting from 00:00 Bangkok Transfer until 08:30 Nonthaburi Hotel Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Surat Thani to Samut Sakhon.

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Surat Thani to Samut Sakhon, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 22.10.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Surat Thani and Samut Sakhon

Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย), Thai Lion Air (ไทยไลอ้อนแอร์)

Bus

Travelling from Surat Thani to Samut Sakhon overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Surat Thani and Samut Sakhon

Bangkok Busline (บางกอกบัสไลน์), ChokeAnan Tour (บริษัท โชคอนันต์ชุมพร จำกัด), Krungsiam Tour (กรุงสยามทัวร์), Sri Suthep Tour (ศรีสุเทพทัวร์)

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Surat Thani and Samut Sakhon

Andaman Taxis, Krabi Airport Shuttle (รถรับส่งสนามบินกระบี่), Mr Toon (มิสเตอร์ตูน ชาเตอร์)

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

• 100% took a train