How to Travel from Bangkok to Koh Chang, Koh Mak, Koh Kood (2025)
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1. Route: Bangkok → Koh Chang / Koh Mak / Koh Kood
🚍 Bus + Ferry Packages
Boonsiri High Speed Catamaran Pick up from Khao San Road / Tanao Road → Bus/Minivan → Laem Sok Pier → Catamaran to Koh Kood / Koh Mak Early departure (~05:00–06:00), arrive in the afternoon. Ideal for same-day arrivals.
Seudamgo (เสือดำโก) Multiple pickup points in Bangkok (Khao San, Sanam Luang, Sukhumvit) → Bus → Laem Sok Pier → Speedboat to Koh Kood / Koh Mak Duration ~7–8 hours. Timetables are synchronized so you don’t miss your boat.
🚌 Regular Bus + Transfer by Yourself
Take Ekkamai Bus Terminal → Trat (route 999 or private) → Taxi / Songthaew to Laem Sok / Laem Ngop Pier → Buy ferry ticket to the islands. Cheaper but requires multiple transfers.
🚖 Private Taxi / Rental Car + Ferry
Drive from Bangkok → Pier (4.5–6 hrs) → Ferry to the island. Suitable for families or groups with lots of luggage.
2. Route: Pattaya → Koh Chang / Koh Mak / Koh Kood
Minivan + Ferry services from Pattaya → Trat (Laem Sok / Ao Thammachat) Takes about 6–7 hours. Options include ferry to Koh Chang or speedboat to Koh Mak / Koh Kood.
3. Route: Suvarnabhumi Airport → Koh Chang / Koh Mak / Koh Kood
Suvarnabhumi Burapha (Suvarnabhumi → Koh Chang) Minivan from Suvarnabhumi Airport, Level 1 Gate 8 → Ferry → Deliver to hotel on Koh Chang West side Morning departures ~07:00, 10:00–11:00
Private transfer → Laem Sok Pier → Ferry to Koh Kood / Koh Mak
Fly Bangkok Airways → Trat Airport → Shared minivan / transfer to Koh Chang
4. Main Ferry Operators (Ferry Only)
🚢 Koh Chang
Ferry Koh Chang (Ao Thammachat ⇄ Ao Sapparod) ~30 mins, vehicles allowed. Currently only operator left (Centerpoint stopped).
🚤 Koh Kood
- Boonsiri Catamaran
- Seudamgo (เสือดำโก)
- Koh Kood Express
- Koh Kood Princess
Depart from Laem Sok Pier, duration ~45–90 mins
🚤 Koh Mak
Leelawadee Speedboat (Laem Ngop ⇄ Koh Mak) Some Boonsiri and Seudamgo trips stop at Koh Mak en route to Koh Kood
5. Approximate Prices
- Bangkok → Koh Kood / Koh Mak (Boonsiri / Seudamgo): ~850–1,000 THB/person
- Suvarnabhumi → Koh Chang (Burapha): ~650 THB/person
- Trat Airport → Koh Chang (Shared minivan + Ferry): ~800 THB/person
- Laem Ngop ⇄ Koh Mak (Leelawadee): ~550 THB/trip
6. Easy Booking on GoGorio
Select departure (Bangkok / Pattaya / Suvarnabhumi / Trat Airport) and destination (Koh Chang / Koh Mak / Koh Kood). GoGorio displays bus+ferry packages (Boonsiri / Seudamgo / Burapha) and ferry-only tickets (Ferry Koh Chang, Leelawadee, Koh Kood Express, etc.). Book → Pay → Receive e-ticket instantly.
Travel Tips
- Want same-day arrival? Take early bus+ferry package from Boonsiri or Seudamgo
- Driving yourself? Use Ferry Koh Chang (bring your car onboard)
- Monsoon season (Jun–Sep)? Choose early departure for safety
Summary
Whether traveling from Bangkok, Pattaya, Suvarnabhumi, or Trat Airport, there are multiple options to Koh Chang, Koh Mak, and Koh Kood. Operators include Boonsiri, Seudamgo, Burapha, and other ferry-only providers — all can be booked easily on GoGorio.
FAQ
How long does it take from Bangkok to Koh Kood?
Using Boonsiri or Seudamgo bus+ferry packages takes about 7–8 hours.
Is there a direct service from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Koh Chang?
Yes, Suvarnabhumi Burapha have minivan + ferry directly to hotels on Koh Chang.
Can I bring a car to Koh Chang?
Can GoGorio book both bus and ferry together?
Yes, GoGorio includes Boonsiri, Seudamgo, Burapha, and other ferry operators in one place.
