To travel from Bangkok to Koh Kood, the most common method is to take a bus or minivan from Bangkok’s Eastern Bus Terminal (Ekkamai) or Mo Chit Bus Terminal to Trat.
From Trat, you’ll need to take a ferry to Koh Kood. There are several operators offering combined bus and ferry tickets for this route.
To reach Koh Kood, you need to travel to Trat Province first, either by bus or flight. Once you arrive in Trat, you can head to Laem Sok Pier, the primary pier for ferries to Koh Kood.
Ferries and speedboats are available daily, and the crossing takes about 1 to 1.5 hours.
The entire journey from Bangkok to Koh Kood takes around 6 to 7 hours.
This includes a 5 to 6-hour bus ride from Bangkok to Trat, followed by a 1 to 1.5-hour ferry from Laem Sok Pier to Koh Kood.
The whole journey ticket price from Bangkok to Koh Kood typically costs around 32 euros (about 7 to 10 euros), depending on the bus operator and class of service. The ferry ticket from Laem Sok Pier to Koh Kood is usually priced between 300 to 500 THB (about 8 to 14 euros). Some travel agencies offer combined bus and ferry tickets, which might be more convenient and cost-effective.
The best time to visit Koh Kood is during the dry season, from November to April, when the weather is sunny, and the sea is calm. These months are ideal for outdoor activities like beach hopping, snorkeling, and exploring the island.
The rainy season (May to October) brings heavier rainfall, but it also means fewer tourists and lush green scenery.