Welcome to Tropical Paradise Island
Located in the southeastern region of Thailand in Trat province and only 310 km away from Bangkok, Koh Chang and its island chain were awarded the Marine National Park status in 1982 to ensure that this pristine environment is preserved.
Koh Chang Marine National Park, the second largest island in Thailand, which covers an area of 650 square kilometers, is a charming destination where you can enjoy the chain of white sandy coves and fine beaches, pristine rain forests and abundance of wildlife and marine life, coral reefs, high mountain peaks, several scenic waterfalls, and not to be missed, a rich variety of cuisine and great nightlife!
Koh Chang itself comprised of 429 square kilometers area boasts several amazing natural wonders that are magnificently blended with the traditional way of life. Recently, with the surge of the island's development and popularity, it has been elevated to Thailand's new tourist attractive haven. Koh Chang, the tropical paradise island, is unquestionably becoming one of the most sought-after holiday destinations, which stretch as far as the eye can see.
How to get there
By Bus
The trip normally takes you around 5 hours from Bangkok to Trat and from Trat's downtown another 20-30 minutes more for the transfer to Laem Ngop ferry pier to Koh Chang. Both air-conditioned and non-air-conditioned buses depart from The Eastern Bus Terminal on Sukhumvit Road near the BTS skytrain Eakkamai station and Northern Bus Terminal (Mor Chit 2) on Kamphangphet 2 Road. The air-conditioned buses are technically well maintained.
They all have adjustable seats excellent with firm lumber support and have much leg space, comfortable even for taller Western travelers.
Located in the southeastern region of Thailand in Trat province and only 310 km away from Bangkok, Koh Chang and its island chain were awarded the Marine National Park status in 1982 to ensure that this pristine environment is preserved.
Koh Chang Marine National Park, the second largest island in Thailand, which covers an area of 650 square kilometers, is a charming destination where you can enjoy the chain of white sandy coves and fine beaches, pristine rain forests and abundance of wildlife and marine life, coral reefs, high mountain peaks, several scenic waterfalls, and not to be missed, a rich variety of cuisine and great nightlife!
Koh Chang itself comprised of 429 square kilometers area boasts several amazing natural wonders that are magnificently blended with the traditional way of life. Recently, with the surge of the island's development and popularity, it has been elevated to Thailand's new tourist attractive haven. Koh Chang, the tropical paradise island, is unquestionably becoming one of the most sought-after holiday destinations, which stretch as far as the eye can see.
How to get there
By Bus
The trip normally takes you around 5 hours from Bangkok to Trat and from Trat's downtown another 20-30 minutes more for the transfer to Laem Ngop ferry pier to Koh Chang. Both air-conditioned and non-air-conditioned buses depart from The Eastern Bus Terminal on Sukhumvit Road near the BTS skytrain Eakkamai station and Northern Bus Terminal (Mor Chit 2) on Kamphangphet 2 Road. The air-conditioned buses are technically well maintained.
They all have adjustable seats excellent with firm lumber support and have much leg space, comfortable even for taller Western travelers.
Bus Timetable
Eastern Bus Terminal ( Eakkamai ) - Trat
1. Cherdchai Tour ( First Class Air-Con ) 45 Seats
Bangkok - Trat
06.00, 07.00, 09.30, 11.00, 12.30, 14.00, 15.30, 17.30, 19.30, 20.30, 22.00, 23.30
Trat - Bangkok
07.00, 08.00, 09.00, 10.00, 11.00, 12.00, 13.00, 14.00, 16.00, 18.00, 23.00, 23.30
Fare : One way 241 Baht / Roumdtrip 456 Baht
2. Suparat Tour ( First Class Air-Con ) 40 Seats
Bangkok - Trat
08.30, 10.30, 12.00, 16.40, 18.30, 22.30
Trat - Bangkok 08.30, 10.30, 12.00, 14.30, 17.00, 23.00
Fare : One way 241 Baht / Roundtrip 456 Baht
3. Chokanukul Tour ( First Class Air-Con ) 40 Seats
Bangkok - Trat
13.15, 23.30
Trat - Bangkok
09.30, 23.00
Fare : One way 241 Baht / Roundtrip 456 Baht
4. State owned Trasport (Second Class Air-Con)
Bangkok - Trat
06.00, 07.00, 09.00, 11.00, 12.30, 14.30, 16.00, 17.30, 24.00
Trat - Bangkok
06.30, 07.30, 08.30, 09.30, 11.30, 13.00, 15.00, 17.00, 23.30
Fare : One way 188 Baht
Eastern Bus Terminal ( Eakkamai ) - Trat
1. Cherdchai Tour ( First Class Air-Con ) 45 Seats
Bangkok - Trat
06.00, 07.00, 09.30, 11.00, 12.30, 14.00, 15.30, 17.30, 19.30, 20.30, 22.00, 23.30
Trat - Bangkok
07.00, 08.00, 09.00, 10.00, 11.00, 12.00, 13.00, 14.00, 16.00, 18.00, 23.00, 23.30
Fare : One way 241 Baht / Roumdtrip 456 Baht
2. Suparat Tour ( First Class Air-Con ) 40 Seats
Bangkok - Trat
08.30, 10.30, 12.00, 16.40, 18.30, 22.30
Trat - Bangkok 08.30, 10.30, 12.00, 14.30, 17.00, 23.00
Fare : One way 241 Baht / Roundtrip 456 Baht
3. Chokanukul Tour ( First Class Air-Con ) 40 Seats
Bangkok - Trat
13.15, 23.30
Trat - Bangkok
09.30, 23.00
Fare : One way 241 Baht / Roundtrip 456 Baht
4. State owned Trasport (Second Class Air-Con)
Bangkok - Trat
06.00, 07.00, 09.00, 11.00, 12.30, 14.30, 16.00, 17.30, 24.00
Trat - Bangkok
06.30, 07.30, 08.30, 09.30, 11.30, 13.00, 15.00, 17.00, 23.30
Fare : One way 188 Baht
Northern Bus Terminal ( Mo - Chit 2 ) - Trat
1. Cherdchai Tour ( First Class Air-Con ) 42 seats
Bangkok - Trat
08.30, 15.30
Trat - Bangkok
08.30, 14.30
Fare : One way 248 Baht
2. Suparat Tour ( First Class Air-Con ) 42 Seat and 57 Seat
Bangkok - Trat
06.00, 09.30, 12.30, 15.30, 23.00
Trat - Bangkok
07.30, 09.30, 12.30, 16.00, 23.30
Fare : One way 248 Baht / Roundtrip 474 Baht
Bangkok - Trat
08.30, 15.30
Trat - Bangkok
08.30, 14.30
Fare : One way 248 Baht
2. Suparat Tour ( First Class Air-Con ) 42 Seat and 57 Seat
Bangkok - Trat
06.00, 09.30, 12.30, 15.30, 23.00
Trat - Bangkok
07.30, 09.30, 12.30, 16.00, 23.30
Fare : One way 248 Baht / Roundtrip 474 Baht
By Car
1. Drive through Bangna-Trat highway no.3, passing Chonburi, Rayong and Chanthaburi. Distance is 385 kilometers.
2. Drive via Bangna-Conburi-Klaeng-Chanthaburi on highway no.344. The distance is around 315 kilometers.
3. Motorway is another alternative. Total fee is 60 baht, start from Rama IX or Srinakarin (first pay) to Baan Bung-Klaeng-Chantaburi and finally to Trat
Note : For oversea travelers, do make sure you bring an International Driving Permit with you or any hassles you encounter are entirely of your own making.
1. Drive through Bangna-Trat highway no.3, passing Chonburi, Rayong and Chanthaburi. Distance is 385 kilometers.
2. Drive via Bangna-Conburi-Klaeng-Chanthaburi on highway no.344. The distance is around 315 kilometers.
3. Motorway is another alternative. Total fee is 60 baht, start from Rama IX or Srinakarin (first pay) to Baan Bung-Klaeng-Chantaburi and finally to Trat
Note : For oversea travelers, do make sure you bring an International Driving Permit with you or any hassles you encounter are entirely of your own making.
By Van
Through Koh-changinfo.com, collecting you from your place in Bangkok to your destination in Koh Chang is possible if your stay within the area that is on our service route. Alternatively, you can contact us to make an appointment to pick you up at a certain meeting point, despite very early in the morning, as agreed later. If you need our assistance in arranging this, please contact our managers at Reservation@koh-changinfo.com
By Air
Only Bangkok Airways has direct flights from Bangkok to Trat daily, twice a day. The flight duration is approximately 45 - 50 min.
Depart from BangkokReturn flight from Trat 8:30 - 9.30 ( PG301 )10.00 - 10.55 (PG302) 17.00 - 18.00 (PG307)18.30 - 19:25 (PG308) *** Flight schedule is valid now until further notice
Note : If you need our assistance in arranging AIRPORT TRANSFERS to your destination, please contact our managers at Reservation@koh-changinfo.com.
For more information on Airline bookings, please contact 1771.
Reaching Koh Chang
310 kilometers away from the Bangkok Metropolis to the province of Trat, Koh Chang Marine National Park consists of 52 islands of varying sizes, it situated in the Gulf of Thailand. The main island named Koh Chang is the largest part of it and is the second largest island of the Kingdom, after Phuket.
There are 3 piers in Trat to take the ferry to Koh Chang. All of them are located in Laem Ngob and is a 30 mins from Trat. A mini van called Songthaew is easily found around the Trat municipal market from as early as 6:00 am. Also, main areas where any group of Songthaew is parked may have a stand that sells ferry tickets. The fare to Laem Ngob is about 40 Baht per person.
The road on the island swoops up and down, over and around cliffs, with verdant mountains on one side and the azure sea on the other. Ferries connect larger Islands from either the mainland or other islands. There are now several large car ferries linking the mainland to Koh Chang. These ferries are also available for transferring passengers. More interestingly, you can spot smaller ferries plying with their trade in the better part of the Gulf of Thailand near the Cambodian border.
310 kilometers away from the Bangkok Metropolis to the province of Trat, Koh Chang Marine National Park consists of 52 islands of varying sizes, it situated in the Gulf of Thailand. The main island named Koh Chang is the largest part of it and is the second largest island of the Kingdom, after Phuket.
There are 3 piers in Trat to take the ferry to Koh Chang. All of them are located in Laem Ngob and is a 30 mins from Trat. A mini van called Songthaew is easily found around the Trat municipal market from as early as 6:00 am. Also, main areas where any group of Songthaew is parked may have a stand that sells ferry tickets. The fare to Laem Ngob is about 40 Baht per person.
The road on the island swoops up and down, over and around cliffs, with verdant mountains on one side and the azure sea on the other. Ferries connect larger Islands from either the mainland or other islands. There are now several large car ferries linking the mainland to Koh Chang. These ferries are also available for transferring passengers. More interestingly, you can spot smaller ferries plying with their trade in the better part of the Gulf of Thailand near the Cambodian border.
Ferry
Generally, most of tourists catch a ferry to the island. There are 3 piers available to serve the tourists:
Koh Chang Ferry at Thammachat Bay has 2 piers
Koh Chang Ferry and Ferry Koh Chang (Operation hour from 6.30 am to 7.00 pm) depart every hour approximately time 20 minutes to the island. Arrive Sapparos Bay. Both charge 50 baht per person and 150 baht per car for a one-way trip.
Centre Point Ferry
Open from 6.00 am to 7.00 pm daily all year depending on the weather. It take time 40 minutes arrive at Dan Kao, The fare is 90 baht per person and free of charge for vehicles. You can expect no discount for a round-trip ticket.
After arriving at any Koh Chang pier, you will see Songthaew the small pickups car which ready to take you to anywhere on Koh Chang. The fare start from 40 Baht to 80 Baht per person. Price are subject to the time of day and number of passengers.
Generally, most of tourists catch a ferry to the island. There are 3 piers available to serve the tourists:
Koh Chang Ferry at Thammachat Bay has 2 piers
Koh Chang Ferry and Ferry Koh Chang (Operation hour from 6.30 am to 7.00 pm) depart every hour approximately time 20 minutes to the island. Arrive Sapparos Bay. Both charge 50 baht per person and 150 baht per car for a one-way trip.
Centre Point Ferry
Open from 6.00 am to 7.00 pm daily all year depending on the weather. It take time 40 minutes arrive at Dan Kao, The fare is 90 baht per person and free of charge for vehicles. You can expect no discount for a round-trip ticket.
After arriving at any Koh Chang pier, you will see Songthaew the small pickups car which ready to take you to anywhere on Koh Chang. The fare start from 40 Baht to 80 Baht per person. Price are subject to the time of day and number of passengers.
Car and Motorbike Rentals
Car rental is the most pleasant choice to choose. Many types of vehicles you choose come with a car insurance. A motorbike can be hired at Baht 200-300 a day. The vendors also have a wide selection of bikes for rent along the street.
Note : To drive on Koh Chang required the international driving license
