This Khao Sok Map and directions page will help you get from Bangkok, Phuket, Krabi, Koh Samui, or Surat Thani to Khao Sok. Getting here with public transport is easy – see below for full details. Call us when you have arrived at the Khao Sok bus stop and we’ll pick you up for free. It takes only 2-3 hours to get from Phuket to Khao Sok or from Krabi to Khao Sok. It’s about the same drive time to Don Sak Pier, the transfer point for ferries from Khao Sok to Koh Samui, Koh Phangan, and Koh Tao. You can book onward tickets at the Khao Sok van station. View the Khao Sok national park map to get an idea of the size and highlights of the lake and park.
If you are traveling using your own transport then our directions will be invaluable. We are ideally located between Southern Thailand’s main travel destinations. Accordingly, we offer private transfers by car or van from anywhere in Southern Thailand. See the Khao Sok map for distances.
Private Transfers – How to get to Khao Sok
Often, a private transfer is the easiest and fastest way to reach Khao Sok. Our friendly drivers will be holding a sign with your name on it, ready to take you to Khao Sok. The following table details the prices of how to get to Khao Sok by private vehicle.
| Car Price | Van Price | Location |
|---|---|---|
| 2,000 | 2,100 | Surathani Airport or Train Station to Khao Sok |
| 2,300 | 2,400 | Surathani Town to Khao Sok |
| 2,400 | 2,500 | Tapee Pier to Khao Sok (Lomprayah Ferry) |
| 3,200 | 3,400 | Don Sak Pier to Khao Sok (Raja or Seatran Ferry) |
| 2,900 | 3,100 | Ao Nang / Krabi to Khao Sok (including Krabi Airport) |
| 1,900 | 2,000 | Khao Lak to Khao Sok |
| 2,900 | 3,100 | Phuket Airport to Khao Sok |
| 3,200 | 3,400 | Phuket Town to Khao Sok |
| 3,500 | 3,700 | Patong, Kata, Karon, Katu, or Rawai |
| 250 | Shared pick up from Surathani Airport |
Notes
- A van fits 3-10 people. A car fits up to 2 adults and 1 child.
- Prices are listed in Thai Baht. A deposit is necessary to confirm pickup, and must be received at least 72 hours before arrival, along with time and location of pick up.
- From Koh Samui to Khao Sok, or from nearby islands, you must choose your ferry company, and then book your transfer from their pier.
- Please inquire for destinations not listed, we can provide pick up from anywhere in Southern Thailand.
- Prices subject to change without notice, please reconfirm by email.
By Air
As our Khao Sok map shows, guests can fly into Surat Thani, Phuket, or Krabi airports. The closest airport to Khao Sok is Surat Thani airport. The journey time is about 1.5 hours drive, while Krabi airport is 2 hours away. Be sure to visit our blog for information on the journey from Surat Thani airport to Khao Sok national park. Phuket airport has the most flight options, including many international connections, and is 2.5-3 hours from Khao Sok. Use Skyscanner to find cheap flights to any of these airports. Upon arrival at the airport, we can send a car to pick you up or you can take public transport. Check out our Khao Sok directions to find the way.
Public Transport
Phantip Travel is the main public transport provider in the south of Thailand. The Khao Sok Map and information will help you in your travels!
When arriving via public transport, get off at the Khao Sok Bus Station (this is also where public vans stop). We have a free shuttle, and our driver is often at the bus station – he will be holding a sign that says Riverside Cottages, along with the names of our sister resort, Coco Hostel.
If you do not see our driver, please call us, and we will come to pick you up. Our phone numbers are 077 395 159, and +66 910 415 061 (also for WhatsApp). If you don’t have a phone, you can walk across the highway and ask at one the shops to call Riverside Cottages.
Follow these links for detailed information on travel options to Khao Sok.
Driving on your own to Khao Sok
Our GPS location is 8.911049, 98.541834. See the Khao Sok map below, or click here for a Google Map. These Khao Sok directions will make the journey a delight.
From the East Coast
Directions from the East Coast and Surat Thani to Khao Sok: Follow Highway 41 to the intersection with Highway 401 (11 km south of the Surat Thani Airport). Then, head west on the 401, and proceed for 89.3 km. Finally, turn right (north) across from the Riverside Cottages sign and proceed 2.5 km to our resort at the end of the road.
From the West Coast
Directions from the West Coast (Phuket, Khao Lak, Ranong). Begin by taking Highway 4 to Highway 401 as indicated on our Khao Sok map. Next, drive west for 36.6 km, where you will see the sign for Khao Sok National Park. Continue on the highway for 2 km. Finally, turn left when you see a Riverside Cottages sign on your right across from our road. To finish, head 2.5 km to the end of the road, where you will find our resort. See the Khao Sok map on Google for more details.
Directions from Krabi and Phang Nga. Start on highway 4, and then head north on one of two routes: if you prefer a more rural road, take Route 4118, or if you prefer a less curvy and slightly shorter road, take Route 415. Follow either of these routes until they terminate at Highway 401. At this point, take a left on Highway 401 and head west for 42.2km. Finally, turn right across from the Khao Sok Riverside Cottages sign and proceed 2.5 km to our resort.
Leaving our resort
We view your onward departure as an extension of your stay with us! For this reason, we’ll make sure that it is an easy, stress-free experience. For example, a private car or van can be arranged with a friendly, English-speaking staff member at our reception desk.
Conversely, if you are opting for public transportation, you will find daily shared vans and buses heading toward all major destinations. Our staff are happy to help you navigate the confusing network of bus and minivan schedules. Guests leaving our resort for public transport will be delivered to Khao Sok town via our resort shuttle. As a result, we can ensure punctual arrival at the bus stop, and a smooth departure from town. In other words, you will find your departure as easy and relaxing as your stay with us!
For a deeper dive into Khao Sok browse our blog and check out our FAQs.
Khao Sok National Park Map
View the Khao Sok national park map to get the lay of the land. You will see that Khao Sok village is very near to the national park HQ but quite a distance from the Rajjaprabha Dam and the Cheow Lan pier. Most accommodations are situated in and around the village.
