Koh Phangan to Bangkok — leaving the Full Moon Party island behind and heading back to the capital. The journey takes 7–8 hours via the popular Lomprayah combo (ferry + bus), or you can save a hotel night with an overnight option. This guide covers every route with exact departure times and prices.
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Option 1: Lomprayah Combo (Ferry + Bus)
The most popular route — Lomprayah high-speed catamaran from Thong Sala Pier to Chumphon (~2.5 hours), then air-conditioned VIP bus Chumphon → Bangkok (~5–6 hours). Two main departures: 09:30 arrival Bangkok ~19:00, and 12:30 arrival Bangkok ~22:00. Combo fares from ~800–900 THB (~$22–25 USD). Drop-off at Khao San Road, Siam, and Ekkamai.
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Option 2: Ferry to Surat Thani + Overnight Train
Raja Ferry or Seatran from Thong Sala to Don Sak (~2.5 hours), then bus to Surat Thani station, then overnight train to Bangkok (~9–10 hours, arriving morning). Total approximately 14–15 hours but saves an accommodation night. Train from ~250 THB (fan sleeper) to ~900 THB (air-con sleeper).
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Option 3: Fly via Koh Samui (Fastest)
Ferry Koh Phangan → Koh Samui (~30 minutes, ~250 THB), then fly Samui → Bangkok Suvarnabhumi on Bangkok Airways (~1h 15min, from ~$80–150 USD). Total approximately 4 hours including transfers. Expensive but the fastest option for urgent travel.
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Quick Comparison
| Option | Time | Cost from | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lomprayah combo (ferry + bus) | ~8–9 hours | ~800 THB (~$22) | Most travelers |
| Ferry + overnight train | ~14–15 hours | ~$15 USD | Budget, saves hotel |
| Ferry + fly via Samui | ~4 hours | ~$85 USD | Speed only |
Where to Stay in Bangkok
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- Koh Samui to Koh Phangan Ferry
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