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HOW TO GET TO PHANG NGA

Thu, Mar 20, 2008

PHANG NGA

There are many ways to reach Phang-nga as follows:

Car

1) First route: From Bangkok, take Highway No. 4, passing the provinces of Prachuap Khiri Khan, Chumphon, and Ranong, then drive straight to Phang-nga town. It is 788 kilometres from Bangkok. The trip takes around 12 hours.
2) Second route: From Bangkok, take Highway No.4 to Chumphon, from there, take Higway No. 41 to Amphoe Tha Chang, then go straight to an intersection where a right turn is made to Highway No. 401, keep driving to Amphoe Ban Ta Khun for about 50 kilometres, and then take Highway No. 415 for 30 kilometres, take a right turn to Phang-nga town. Visitors travelling from Phuket should use Highway No. 402, passing Sarasin Bridge to Ban Khok Kloi, take a right turn to Amphoe Takua Thung. It is 87 kilometres from Phuket. The journey takes around 1 hour and 30 minutes.

Bus

There are daily bus services from Bangkok to Phang-nga. Travelling time is 12 hours. For more information call the Southern Bus Terminal at tel. 0 2435 1199-200 or the Phang-nga Bus Terminal at tel: 0 7641 2300, 0 7641 2014 or visit www.transport.co.th

Rail

There is no direct train to Phang-nga. The State Railways of Thailand operates daily train services between Bangkok and Surat Thani. A trip to Phang-nga can be made by getting off at the Surat Thani Railway Station and then ride a bus for another two hours. For more information call Bangkoks Hualamphong Railway Station at tel. 1690, 0 2223 7010, 0 2223 7020 or visit www.railway.co.th

Air

Thai Airways International operates Bangkok-Phuket flights daily. From Phuket, take a bus or rent a car to Phang-nga for about 58 kilometres. For more information, call Thai Airways at tel: 1566 or 0 2280 0060, 0 2628 2000 or visit www.thaiairways.com

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Asides

  • Coral View Resort Haad Sai Daeng Beach Koh Tao: “Coral View Resort is located on Haad Sai Daeng, an idyllic golden sand beach on the south coast of Koh Tao. There are only two resorts that share the beach which is just a stones throw away from the infamous Shark Island, regarded as Koh Tao’s best dive site and amongst the finest in the Gulf of Thailand. The Thai and Australian couple who manage the resort are so hospitable that it has been listed in the both English and French guide books whilst the beautiful cove of Haad Sai Daeng provides the perfect picture of paradise.”

  • Suksamran Villas Sairee Beach Koh Tao: “Happiness in Thai language is pronounced ‘Suk Sam Ran’ and has now become the godfather of SUKSAMRAN Villas. We want our guest to be happy here. When you visit Koh Tao, Suksamran Studios & Villas close to Sairee Beach offer a unique level of comfort, ensuring that your stay on Koh Tao provides a lasting memory of the very best in Thai hospitality.”

  • Chintakiri Resort Chalok Baan Kao Beach Koh Tao: “Koh Tao Chintakiri Resort in Chalok Baan Kao offers all the comforts you will need in a magnificent seaview setting. Situated next to a turquoise ocean, against a backdrop of mountains, and surrounded by a lush garden, we provide a relaxing ambience where you can fully recharge yourself before being ready for action in Koh Tao’s wind and waves, especially its rich marine and coral life. Our resort is located on a hill, allowing guests to enjoy a full breeze and one of the best breathtaking views of the ocean on the island. We offer 19 intimate and comfortable deluxe bungalows made of tropical wood to accommodate our nature-loving guests.”

  • Koh Tao View Cliff Resort is located on an outcrop of land between the main Sairee beach and Mae Haad beach. View Cliff has a choice of accommodation to suit all budgets, it’s own restaurant serving Thai and Western meals, a Mini-Mart and an internet service.

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