Andaman Coast Getting there & around

Getting there & away

Getting to the Andaman coast is straightforward. From Bangkok, the islands on the lower southern gulf and numerous other Thai destinations (as well as neighbouring Malaysia), it’s easy to hop on a bus or train and then catch a ferry to the islands. Aeroplanes also ply the skies between Bangkok, Phuket and Krabi. Bus and train travel from Bangkok is generally cheap, relatively efficient and mostly takes place overnight. Almost any travel agency can sell you a combination bus or train and boat ticket to Ko Phi Phi or Ko Lanta, which should get you to your destination with little effort. Beware of the cheapest tickets as they often prove to be scams. Pay a few more baht, however, and you’ll likely arrive with few hassles.