How to Get to Trat: Bus, Flights, Ferries and Border Crossing to Cambodia
Everything you need to organize your trip to Trat: travel options, schedules for Koh Kood, Koh Mak, Koh Chang, and how to reach the Cambodian border.
Trat can be reached via three main options:
- Private vehicle: car or motorbike
- By plane
- By road: bus, minibus, or van
How to Get to Trat by Car
Private vehicle
Driving is the most flexible option. Travelers with their own vehicles won’t face any particular difficulties. Parking is generally easy to find. If you plan to visit the islands, long-term parking is available at the ferry piers (managed by the ferry companies).
Using Grab or Bolt
It is possible to book a ride to Trat with Grab. However, for the return trip, no Grab services operate in the Trat area. Grab vehicles are not authorized here, so you should arrange your return trip in advance to avoid any inconvenience.
As an alternative, you can take a minibus to Chanthaburi and then book a Grab or Bolt from there.
How to Get to Trat by Plane
Trat Airport offers domestic flights. You can find practical details on flight schedules, transfers to hotels or piers, and more at the link below:
How to Get to Trat by Bus, Minibus or Van
From Bangkok to Trat
By bus
Buses to Trat depart from Bangkok’s Ekkamai Bus Terminal (next to the BTS station, 50 meters from the exit). Buses are comfortable, though seats may feel cramped after a few hours.
By minibus
Minibuses are faster and depart frequently from Bangkok, almost every hour.
Note: Minibus space is limited. Travelers with large backpacks may need to purchase an extra seat.
Trat Bus Terminal
The Trat bus terminal is located a short distance from the city center. Songthaews are readily available for transfers. From the terminal, you can also take minibuses or songthaews directly to the ferry piers.
The bus terminal is basic, with limited food options. It’s best to buy snacks beforehand.
From Trat to Bangkok
Minibuses depart every hour back to Bangkok, with tickets costing around 300 Baht depending on the operator.
Other bus services from Trat connect to cities like Pattaya and Ban Phe.
Bus Connections from Other Cities – Schedules and Prices
Traveling from Trat to Cambodia
The Cambodian border is about 60-70 km from Trat, roughly one hour by minibus. Add extra time for border formalities including exit processing from Thailand and visa issuance for Cambodia.
The entire procedure takes approximately one hour, depending on the crowd and processing speed. Payments can be made in Baht or US dollars.
The Cambodian visa is valid for one month and renewable. Don’t forget passport photocopies and passport photos for the visa.
Border hours: open daily from 07:00 to 20:00.
Getting to Koh Kong – Cambodia
Koh Kong is located just 10 km past the Cambodian border and makes a good stopover.
If you’re not stopping in Koh Kong, you can book tickets directly from Trat bus station. Travel agencies in town also offer tickets to various Cambodian cities and can assist with border paperwork.
| From Trat to Cambodia | Departure | Ticket Price (Baht) | Minibus/Private Car Booking |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sihanoukville | 09:00 | 600 | |
| Phnom Penh | 09:00 | 600 | Booking |
| Siem Reap | 10:00 | 500 | Booking |
Schedules and Reservations
Ferries from Trat to Koh Kood, Koh Chang and Koh Mak
Trat has three ferry piers serving the islands:
- Centerpoint Pier: ferries to Koh Chang
- Laem Ngop Pier: speedboats to Koh Mak
- Laem Sok Pier: speedboats to Koh Kood
| Destination | Pier | Schedules | Travel Time | Booking Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Koh Kood | Laem Sok Pier | 10:00 13:00 15:00 10:45 14:20 | 2h 50 2h 50 2h 50 1h 15 1h 40 | Booking |
| Koh Chang | Laem Sok Pier | 10:45 | 3h 15 | Booking |
| Koh Mak | Laem Sok Pier | 10:45 | 2h 00 | Booking |
FAQ - Transportation to Trat
What is the best way to get to Trat from Bangkok?
Buses and minibuses from Ekkamai Bus Terminal are the most practical and budget-friendly options.
Can I travel directly to the islands from Trat?
Yes, ferries and speedboats are available from several piers to Koh Chang, Koh Kood, and Koh Mak.
How long does it take to reach Cambodia from Trat?
Approximately one hour by minibus plus about an hour for border procedures.
Can tickets be booked online?
Yes, buses, minibuses, and ferries can be booked through platforms like 12go.asia.
