A trip from Bangkok to the Laem Ngop / Ao Thammachat area is a mainland coastal route rather than a full island journey. Travelers use this route when they want to reach the ferry access side before continuing on their own toward Koh Chang.
The route from Bangkok to the Laem Ngop / Ao Thammachat area is around 320 km and usually takes about 4.5 to 5.5 hours, depending on road traffic and the exact drop-off point near the ferry zone.
Many travelers going to Koh Chang want to separate the mainland and ferry parts of the journey. In that case, knowing the road distance to the pier area helps with better timing before departure.
The route from Bangkok to the Laem Ngop / Ao Thammachat area is about 320 km.
Most transfers take around 4.5 to 5.5 hours depending on road traffic and the exact drop-off point.
Yes, this route ends at the ferry access side and does not include island hotel drop-off.
Yes, holiday traffic and road conditions toward Trat can make the trip longer.
