How do I Get to the Party?
If you are traveling from the mainland, Koh Phangan is easily reached by a ferry. The ferries depart from Donsak which is located about 50 kilometers from the city of Surat Thani.
If you are coming from Koh Samui there are several ferry operators to choose from. The piers on Samui are found in Bangrak and Maenam, located in the northern part of the island and the piers on Koh Phangan are found in Thong Sala and on the west side of Had Rin.
If you're coming from the north, e.g. from the capital city of Bangkok, you can take a bus from the southern bus station in Bangkok, or from Khao San Road (famous "backpacker street") to Surat Thani and then a ferry to Koh Phangan. Tickets are available at almost all travel agencies or directly at the bus station.
It is also possible to travel by train from Bangkok. The railway station in the capital is called Hualampong and there are sleeping cars in which you are able to get a good sleep before you arrive at the train station in Surat Thani. Train tickets can be purchased at any travel agency in the capital or directly at the train station Hualampong. Be aware that the trains might be fully booked.
The ferry and tour operator Lomprayah offer buses to Chumphon and then catamaran via Koh Tao to Ko Phangan. Tickets are available at travel agents in Bangkok, but also from Lomprayah's website.