Travel to Ranong

If you visit Phuket, Krabi, or Phang Nga, you will understand the charm of the Andaman coastal provinces. Ranong Province, the starting point of the Andaman Sea, is one of the hidden tourist destinations in southern Thailand.

The majority of Ranong province is mountainous, with cascading waterfalls visible from afar. The region's diverse flora and fauna thrive in these mountainous areas. Ranong is renowned for its natural hot springs, which are rich in minerals and offer therapeutic benefits.

If you enjoy a seaside lifestyle, there are islands surrounding Ranong province with pristine coral reefs and rare marine life. Indulge in fresh seafood from the Andaman Sea at affordable prices. Mountains and sea, freshwater and saltwater - that's Ranong!

Upon hearing all the wonderful things about Ranong Province, we decided to embark on a journey from Bangkok to Ranong. This is a summary of our travels:

i. Book bus tickets online with BusOnlineTicket.co.th

ii. Take a bus at the Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai).

iii. Park the car in Prachuap Khiri Khan Province.

iv. Arrive at Ranong Bus Terminal

Book bus tickets online with BusOnlineTicket.co.th

1. We booked passenger tickets from Bangkok to Ranong with Chokonan Tour and paid for VIP customers at a price of 627 baht per person.

2. The bus departs from the Bangkok Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai). We need to take a taxi to get there. The Sai Tai Mai Bus Terminal building is also known as SC Plaza.

Board a bus at Sai Tai Mai.

3. We proceeded to the Chokonan company counter located on the first floor and exchanged our tickets for Chokonan bus tickets.

5. After confirming our arrival at the correct platform for Chokonan Tour buses, we waited in the designated seating area until the bus arrived. The driver assisted us in tagging our luggage and loading it into the overhead storage compartment.

6. The seating arrangement on the bus includes 24 VIP seats, which are single seats on the left side of the aisle and two seats on the right side. This provides ample legroom for passengers to stretch and relax during long journeys.

In addition, each seat has a personal entertainment system with a variety of shows. Bring your own headphones to connect as indicated! Before departure, flight attendants will distribute snacks and drinks to all passengers.

Parked the car in Prachuap Khiri Khan Province.

7. After a 4-hour bus journey, the driver will make a 20-minute rest stop in Prachuap Khiri Khan province. During this break, you can head to the restaurant's VIP room for dinner. Simply inform the staff that you are from the Chokonan Tour bus and exchange your bus ticket for access to this rest stop.

8. If you have time to spare, you can browse the shops selling goods and souvenirs in the station building. Alternatively, you can stop by the restroom to take care of any personal needs before departing.

The bus has arrived at Ranong Bus Terminal.

Approximately 30 minutes before arriving at Ranong Bus Terminal, the staff provided us with cool towels and offered hot coffee and tea.

10. The journey from Bangkok to Ranong takes approximately 8 hours. Although it is located amidst mountains, traveling to Ranong by public transportation is neither difficult nor easy. In reality, you will be greeted with great hospitality and the breathtaking beauty of waterfalls that will take your breath away as you arrive in the province of Ranong.