Old Southern Bus Station Pinklao Information
About the Old Southern Bus Station Pinklao
The Old Southern Bus Station Pinklao, known locally as Old Southern Bus Station Pinklao, is a long-standing departure point on the Thonburi side of Bangkok. It primarily serves travelers heading toward southern and western Thailand, and remains a practical alternative to the newer terminals for passengers who prefer a station closer to the Pinklao and Thonburi districts.
Location and How to Reach the Station
Old Southern Bus Station Pinklao sits near the Pinklao intersection, within reach of central Bangkok by taxi, ride-hailing app, or local bus. Travelers coming from Khao San Road, Banglamphu, or the riverside areas of Thonburi will typically find it a short crossing over the Chao Phraya River. If you are arriving from a hotel on the Sukhumvit or Silom side of the city, allow extra time for traffic, especially during peak hours, since the station is not directly served by the BTS Skytrain or MRT.
Facilities at the Station
The station offers onboard facilities for passengers waiting to board. As with many Bangkok terminals, facilities can vary between renovation phases, so travelers with specific needs, such as accessibility requirements or luggage storage, should check current amenities when booking.
Routes and Operators Using This Station
Buses, minivans, and connecting transfers from the Old Southern Bus Station Pinklao are operated by Lomprayah High Speed Ferries Co., Ltd., running to 5 destinations. Coverage typically includes popular southern Thailand destinations, making this station a useful starting point for travelers combining a bus or minivan leg with an onward ferry connection to the islands. If your itinerary includes island travel, you may also want to review the Bangkok to Koh Samui bus and ferry route for combined ticket options.
Check-In and Boarding Notes
Passengers should arrive at the station with enough time to locate the correct platform or counter, as signage can be limited in English. Bring a printed or digital copy of your ticket confirmation, and check the boarding time in advance, since departures from Old Southern Bus Station Pinklao can shift slightly depending on traffic and operator schedules. Staff at the ticket counters can usually direct passengers to the right departure point if you are unsure.
Plan Your Journey from Pinklao
Whether you are heading south for a beach getaway or connecting onward to an island ferry, the Old Southern Bus Station Pinklao offers a convenient starting point outside the city center. Compare available departures, operators, and vehicle types before you travel to find the option that best fits your schedule and budget.
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Operators
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Lomprayah High Speed Ferries Co., Ltd is a Thai ferry operator running catamaran services in the Gulf of Thailand and on the Andaman coast. The company is best known for connecting the mainland pier at Chumphon with the islands of Koh Tao, Koh Phangan, and Koh Samui, and for its combined bus-and-boat tickets from Bangkok. Use the live schedule and fare search above for current departure times, ticket types, and prices on your chosen date.
{operator_name} is based in Bangkok, Thailand, and currently offers {routes_count} bookable routes across {destinations_served} destinations, including Bangkok, Chumphon, Chumphon Train Station, Donsak, Hua Hin and Khao Sok National Park.
Chumphon: the main hub for Gulf of Thailand routes
Chumphon is Lomprayah's key transfer point for travelers heading to the Gulf islands. Most passengers arrive at Chumphon by train, bus, or private transfer, then connect onto a Lomprayah catamaran bound for Koh Tao, Koh Phangan, or Koh Samui. Because Chumphon sits closer to these islands than other mainland piers, it generally offers a shorter crossing time than routes departing further south.
Lomprayah also sells combined tickets from Bangkok that bundle an air-conditioned coach transfer to Chumphon with the onward ferry leg, so you can book the full Bangkok-to-island journey as a single ticket rather than arranging each stage separately. Check the route options above to see which combined tickets are available for your travel date.
Popular starting points include Chumphon to Koh Tao, Chumphon to Koh Phangan and Chumphon to Koh Samui.
Connecting points on the mainland
Several mainland stops feed into the network. Chumphon Train Station links overnight rail arrivals to the pier, while Hua Hin serves travelers breaking the journey south from Bangkok. Donsak is a mainland ferry port on the Gulf coast, and Khao Sok National Park connects inland travel plans with the island network.
Routes between Koh Tao, Koh Phangan, and Koh Samui
Beyond the mainland connection, Lomprayah's catamarans also run directly between the three islands, making it possible to island-hop without returning to the mainland first. Typical inter-island routes link:
- Koh Tao to Koh Phangan
- Koh Phangan to Koh Samui
- Koh Tao to Koh Samui
Exact journey times and departure frequencies vary by season and route, so confirm the current timetable before booking.
Through-tickets from Bangkok
If you are starting in the capital, compare through-services such as Bangkok to Koh Tao, Bangkok to Koh Phangan and Bangkok to Koh Samui to see the combinations available on your date.
Andaman Sea routes
On Thailand's west coast, Lomprayah also operates services linking Krabi with islands further south, using Pak Bara pier as a mainland connection point. If you're planning travel on the Andaman side, check the relevant route page for current pier information and connection details, since these differ from the Gulf of Thailand network described above.
Fleet and onboard comfort
Lomprayah runs high-speed catamarans, a hull design that gives a more stable ride than traditional single-hulled boats, particularly useful during the choppier weather of the rainy season. Onboard, seating is arranged in rows with air conditioning, and most boats have a cozy indoor cabin as well as open-air deck space for passengers who prefer to be outside during the crossing.
The exact {vehicle_type} assigned to your journey is shown with each departure in the search results, along with the seat class on offer.
Service standards
Departures run to a published timetable with a check-in cutoff at the pier, and staff handle boarding and luggage loading at each stage of a combined journey. Where a ticket includes more than one leg, the connection is scheduled as part of the same booking. Weather and sea conditions in the Gulf and Andaman can affect sailings, so confirm your departure on the day of travel.
Booking tips
- Book ahead during high season (December to April) and around Thai public holidays, when island-bound routes sell out faster.
- If you're traveling from Bangkok, compare the combined bus-and-ferry ticket against booking each leg separately, since the combined option is usually simpler to manage.
- Arrive at the pier with enough buffer before departure, as check-in cutoff times apply and boats depart on schedule.
- Review baggage allowances and any luggage fees at checkout before you confirm your booking.
Book with Lomprayah High Speed Ferries
For step-by-step guidance on choosing a route, use the search tool above to compare Lomprayah departures alongside other operators serving Koh Tao, Koh Phangan, and Koh Samui. Review operator information for {operator_name}, then enter your date and passenger numbers to see live availability and confirm your booking.
