Koh Phangan is a tropical island in the Gulf of Thailand, known for its serene beaches, lush jungles, and vibrant culture. The island offers a peaceful escape with plenty of opportunities for relaxation, exploration, and personal growth.
Whether you’re here to deepen your yoga practice, meditate, or reclaim your wellness, Koh Phangan is the perfect destination for a transformative experience.
Please arrange your travel plans so that you arrive in Koh Phangan no later than the day prior to the course start date. Book your flight to arrive to Bangkok. From here there are several options, listed below.
Make sure your arrival pier in Koh Phangan is in Thong Sala.
Also, check out our FAQ section.
To reach Koh Phangan from Bangkok, the most convenient route is to fly to Koh Samui, the nearest major island. Bangkok Airways offers direct flights from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) or Don Mueang Airport (DMK) to Koh Samui Airport (USM).
Once on Koh Samui, you can take a ferry to Koh Phangan (arrive to Thong Sala pier). There are several ferry options to choose from. Raja Ferry has the oldest fleet and is the cheapest option, though it’s the slowest and far from the airport. Lomprayah offers the fastest service with high-speed catamarans, Seatran has comfortable standards and slightly slower ferries, and Songserm has many departures.
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A cheaper (and slower) option to reach Koh Phangan is to fly from Bangkok to Surat Thani, located on the mainland. You can easily find flights with Vietjet, AirAsia, Lion Air, and Nok Air. You can compare them on Google Flights.
From Surat Thani Airport, you need to take a bus to Donsak Pier, where ferries depart for Koh Phangan (Thong Sala pier).
Many travel agencies, such as 12go.asia, offer convenient combined bus and ferry packages, ensuring a smooth transfer.
The entire journey from Surat Thani to Koh Phangan typically takes about 3-5 hours, including the bus ride and ferry crossing.
If you prefer to travel by land, you can take a direct bus from Bangkok to Koh Phangan. Several bus operators, including 12go.asia, offer overnight services that depart from the Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai) in Bangkok.
The bus ride takes around 10-12 hours and typically includes a transfer at Surat Thani, where you will then take a ferry to Koh Phangan. Be prepared for a freezing cold ride on the bus!
The bus and ferry combination is a budget-friendly option, though it requires more time compared to flying.
The total travel time from Bangkok to Koh Phangan is approximately 12-14 hours, depending on ferry schedules.
You can also reach Koh Phangan by train, with two main routes from Bangkok.
The first option is to take a train from Bang Sue Grand Station (Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal) to Surat Thani, which takes around 8-9 hours. From Surat Thani, you can catch a bus to Donsak Pier and then take a ferry to Koh Phangan.
Alternatively, you can travel to Chumphon, which is about 6-7 hours by train. From Chumphon, daily ferries to Koh Phangan are available, operated by Lomprayah. This is not the most common route and might take longer.
Combined train and ferry tickets for both routes can be easily booked through agencies like 12go.asia. The total travel time for either option is around 9-12 hours.
Once you arrive at Thong Sala Pier, you’re almost at your destination! As you step off the ferry, walk outside the pier for about 200 meters. You’ll find pick-up taxis waiting on the main road, ready to take you to your final stop.
Please inform the taxi to drive you to One Yoga, in Sri Thanu, or to your booked accommodation. The drive to One Yoga takes about 15-20 minutes and costs around 200 THB. You are now ready to begin your yoga experience!
If you need more information on how to get to Koh Phangan, please get in touch with us, we’ll be happy to assist you!
