Chumphon

Chumphon (ชุมพร) is a city and a province of the same name on the Central Gulf Coast of Southern Thailand. With its transport hub of Chumphon Airport in Pathio District, Chumphon is the gateway to the south and the islands of the Gulf of Thailand.

An introduction to Chumphon

Chumphon Province is in the upper part of Southern Thailand. It is a gateway to the popular Gulf of Thailand islands of Ko Samui, Ko Phangan, Ko Tao, and Ko Khai.

The province is symbolised by the Banyan tree often referred to as sacred in both Hindu and Buddhist teachings.

How to travel to Chumphon

The public bus service operates from two terminals. The main one is some 10 km out of town, and buses from Bangkok and most other places stop there. The other terminal is in town, and buses from there go to and from Hat Yai/Phuket/Ranong only. They stop at the distant terminal both coming and going.

The train station is in the centre of Chumphon town or travelers may wish to alight at Pathio station 30 kilometers north of Chumphon and nearby the airport.

Various ferry companies operate ferries to, or within reach of Chumphon, and/or a bus service into the centre of town. For those in the gulf islands wishing to return to Bangkok, Chumphon is more direct than returning via Surat Thani.

What is the best way to fly to Chumphon

Chumphon Airport IATA Flight Code: CJM - It has direct daily flights connections with Bangkok's Don Meueng Airport IATA Flight Code: DMK. Flights from Bangkok are around 50 minutes.

AirAsia and Nok Air operates multiple flights between Bangkok (Don Mueang, DMK) and Chumphon Airport, Pathio District, Chumphon (CJM).

Airport services

The airport has transit agents for onward travel to Chumphon and the islands including Ko Tao and Ko Samui.

Organic Farm produce from Prince Chumphon KMITL University.
Chumphon Coffee and Gift Shop adjacent to departure gates offers lattes, cappuccino, and fruit smoothies.
Fame Tours and Services have a counter at arrivals hall offering transfer and hotel services.
Lomprayah has an counter at the airport offering direct connections to the pier for high speed catamaran transfer services Ko Tao, Ko Phangan and onwards to Ko Samui. Songserm also have boats connections to the islands. In 2018 the Lomprayah High Speed catamaran service will move right next to the airport at its new private pier, Cape Pathiu, Chumko, Pathiu reducing transit times by several hours.
The TAT (Tourism Authority of Thailand), Chumphon has a tourism information counter offering information on the region adjacent to the airline counters.

By bicycle

There are many smaller roads with little traffic north and south of Chumphon. The coastal road in Pathio District has dedicated bicycle lanes in a unique red bitumen. Chumphon has a bicycle shops where most parts and repairs can be made.

By car

From Bangkok, take either the Phutthamonthon-Nakhon Pathom-Phetchaburi route or the Bangkok/Thonburi-Pak Tho route (Highway 35) then turn onto Highway 4 (Phetkasem Rd) at Pak Tho, passing through Phetchaburi and Prachuap Khiri Khan Provinces before arriving at the Pathom Phon intersection. Take the left turn to go another 8 km into Chumphon via Highway 4001.

Take a bus to Chumphon

The Transport Co. Ltd. provides air-conditioned buses from Bangkok’s Southern Bus Terminal, Borom Ratchonni Road to Chumphon daily. For information, call Tel. +66 24 355605, +66 24 351199. For Chumphon’s Bus Terminal, Tha Taphao Road, contact Tel. +66 77 502725, +66 77 511099.

Air conditioned buses from private operators:

Chok Anant Tour Co., Ltd. Tel. +66 2 4355027, +66 2 4357429 (Bangkok), and Tel. +66 77 511480, +66 77 511757 (Chumphon)
Suwannathi Tour Co., Ltd. Tel. +66 2 4355021, +66 2 4355026, +66 2 4355030 (Bangkok), and Tel. +66 77 51 1422, +66 77 501535, +66 77 511244 (Chumphon)

To get to and from these four bus terminals: a) The distant one: Several kilometers out of town in the middle of nowhere! Thit is the Southern Bus Terminal. Buses from Chokeanan Tour and Patchraporn Tour stop off in here, 16 km from Chumphon city, south along Highway 41. To get into town from here, wait for a silver coloured shuttle van to turn up (ask at the bus station), and you will be taken into town for 70 Baht, and dropped off any place you request.

You could also hire a taxi or and the cheapest option: turn left from Saladaeng Road onto Prachauthit Road and walk about 300 meters. On the right is a 7-Eleven and on the left is the in-town bus station. Continue another 200 m to the intersection of Pinijkadee Road on the right and walk along this for about 100 meters. On the other side of the road are white songthaews which go regularly and stop at the bus station. Cost: 80 Baht.

b) The bus terminal in-town: walk along Saladaeng Road, away from the train station road, with the Fame Guest House on your left, for about 300 meters. Turn left into Prachauthid Road and walk some 300 m and you will see a 7-Eleven on your right and a street opposite. On this street, which curves sharply left and there is a Yamaha dealer near the junction, and the bus terminal is instantly next to this.

c) The shuttle van terminal: Thit is on Krum Liang Road (the affordable eats road, at the left end of which is the train station). Turn right onto it off Saladeng Road and walk about five minutes, looking up to your right. You will eventually see up an alley a series of shuttle vanes which go regularly to Surat Thani and Hua Hin (every 45 minutes and these stop at Prachuat first). Allow 4 hours to get to Hua Hin as you have to switch in Prachuap. Fares to Prachuap, 170 Baht, and then on to Hua Hin, another 140 Baht.

Travel by train to Chumphon

The State Railway of Thailand provides daily rapid and express train services departing from Bangkok’s Hualamphong Railway Station. Further information, call Tel. 1690, +66 2 2204334, +66 2 2204444 or Chumphon Railway Station at Tel +66 77 511103. For the Thonburi Railway Station (Bangkok Noi) and there are ordinary and rapid trains leaving for Chumphon daily. For information, call Tel +66 2 4113102, +66 2 6218701 Ext. 8285106.

Passengers may travel to either Chumphon Station or Pathio Station. Pathio Station is nearer to the airport and the fast developing transport hub.

If coming from Hua Hin: the fare for the basic non-air-conditioned train will cost 49 Baht and take about 5 hours. An air-conditioned two-carriage train leaves a little earlier and is much quicker but must be booked in advance. Train leaves at 11:30 (there are others though).

There is a 3rd class train from Chumphon to Hatyai via Surat Thani every day at 6am. the fare to Hatyai is 99 Baht.

How to get around in Chumphon

Local public buses (Route: Chumphon–Sawi–Lang Suan) park in front of the Chumphon market, Tha Taphao Road from 06:00-18:00.

Taxis are available at the taxi stand which is opposite the Chumphon Bus Terminal. Thit is the terminal in town. From here buses go to Ranong and then Phuket (08:00, 10:00, 11:15). Pay on the bus. To Ranong 2.5 hours, and Phuket 7 hours (although the bus is an hour late arriving!) The bus goes first to the distant (10 km) terminal.

There are local songthaews but you need local knowledge as to where they are going. White and maybe red ones appear to go at some point to the distant bus terminal.

To orient yourself within the town: The train station is on Krum Liang Rd. If arriving via train, leave via the ticket office onto the road and walk past the three old steam locomotives mounted on display. After 200 m is the intersection with Saladaeng Rd. Directly ahead on this same road is where the affordable eats are. Turn right into Saladaeng and this appears to be the main hotel strip. You will soon pass the Fame Guesthouse on your left, followed by Sri Chumpon (right), Suriwong (right) and Paradorn (left some 100 m along Soi 4).

What to see in Chumphon

The National Museum of Chumphon - พิพิธภัณฑสถานแห่งชาติชุมพร | Any trip to Chumphon should start from the national museum. Established in 1995 at Khao Samkaew and the museum provides a provincial overview ranging from prehistory through to the present. Even for those who are not overly interested in history and the museum's attractive displays and media resources will fascinate and inform. The museum is divided into a ground floor and the upper floor.

Prince of Chumphon Shrine - ศาลเจ้าพ่อกรมหลวงชุมพร | Thit is a sacred place for the people of Chumphon and nearby provinces. At the shrine stands the monument of Admiral Phra Borommawong Thoe Kromluang Chumphon Khet Udomsak. The shrine is at the north site of Hat Sai Ri facing towards the sea. There is a museum with exhibits about the admiral’s biography and things which he used. A large torpedo-ship named the Royal Chumphon is also here. It is 68 m long and 6.6 m wide. This ship was decommissioned on 26 Nov 1975. The Royal (Thai) Navy turned the ship over to Chumphon Province in 1979. After that it was placed near this monument for the commemoration of the admiral.

Wat Chao Fa Sala Loi - วัดเจ้าฟ้าศาลาลอย | Luang Pho Song Chanthasaro, a famous religious teacher who passed away at the age of nearly 100 years, lived at this temple. His body still remains undecayed. This monk is revered by the people of Chumphon and nearby provinces.

Long Boat Racing Festival - Kurn Khon Ching Tong, ขึ้นโขนชิงธง | People have been living near the Lang Suan River for a long time. Long boat racing consists of 32 rowers per long boat, and the goal is to get the victory by paddling fast to grab the red flag. The reward is cups from members of the royal family. This festival is happens every year on the first day of the waxing moon on the 11th lunar month or roughly October. There also are activities on the grounds.

Top Muslim Travel Tips for Chumphon

Pathio Coast and Beaches (Near Chumphon Airport)

Ao Bo Mao Beach - Spring Tree Bay | A long white sand beach in Pathio near Chumphon Airport. From the beach you can rent boats to nearby the island of Ko Khai or simply relax and enjoy the moment. The beach has small resorts and seafood restaurants, but remains charming, quiet, and unspoiled with views to the headlands of Cape Pathio and Laem Thaen.

Ao Thung Makham - อ่าวทุ่งมะขาม | Amazing unspoiled white sand beaches with limestone rock formations separating the curved bays. About 5 km from Chumphon Airport and 35 km from Chumphon City.

Coral Beach | A crescent-shaped, palm-fringed beach with large rocky headlands, it is one of the most beautiful in Thailand and is part of a giant clam sanctuary. Unknown to most Muslim visitors, this beach is quiet and often you may be the only ones there. About 15 minutes by vehicle from Chumphon Airport. Currently, a major tourist resort is under construction consisting of 3 condomimiums and 10 swimmingpool villas.

Thung Wua Laen - Running Bull Beach | This white sand beach is the Chumphon's key beach destination. Activities include diving, snorkelling, kayaking, kite surfing, beach sports, temple visits. The beach has numerous resorts, restaurants and beach bars but remains charming, quiet, and relatively unspoiled.

Chumphon City and surrounding areas

Monday Ku Chumphon National Park - National Park Visitors Centre | Take the wooden bus to the fairly new and surprisingly modern visitors centre. Walk the boardwalks through the mangrove forests and over creeks. Ask at centre for other walks available. The actual national park area part of the Chumphon Archipelago in Chumphon Province is huge and takes in islands, reefs, beaches, jungle, mountain, creeks, ocean, and mangroves. You can stay overnight here. There's a camping area, and bungalows on the Pong Pang Viewpoint go for 600 Baht per day, and accommodate 2 people. Add 100 Baht for each extra person. Dorm beds, with no bedding for 50 Baht. There are also two restaurants. A good place to visit to make the best of your stay in Chumphon.

Hat Sai Ri - หาดทรายรี | This long smooth white sand and extensive beach is shaded by majestic pine trees and affords some spectacular views of nearby islands. Colourful boats lie berthed by the beach, which is lined with restaurants selling fresh seafood. For historical interest, a monument commemorating the late Admiral Prince of Chumphon is located nearby, complete with a impeccably maintained WWII warship. A hillside temple at the site offers a panoramic view of the entire area.

Khao Chao Mueang - เขาเจ้าเมือง | The neighborhood's highest observation point offering panoramic views of the coast and far out into the distant archipelago. Are rivalled only by the peace and tranquillity offered by the secluded beach located at the base of the mountain, along with the beautiful coral lagoon fronting Ko Maprao.

Khao Phang Forest Park - วนอุทยานเขาพาง | Khao Phang Forest Park is one of the province’s newest attractions. Within the national park and there are a great variety of tropical trees, making the park a shady and restful sojourn for nature lovers and a must for students of forestry. A hill, covering an area of about one square kilometre, is behind the park providing a commanding view of the entire area.

Ko Samet - เกาะเสม็ด | Not the better-known Ko Samet off the east gulf coast near Rayong. One of a group of islands in Chumphon National Marine Park. There are beaches at the head, and the middle of thit island. It is Chumphon's largest island. Thit island is crowned with coconut trees making it a suitable place for spending holidays and relaxation.

Shopping in Chumphon

Lotus Express | Has a lot of Halal food

Halal Restaurants in Chumphon

Pathio Beaches (Near Chumphon Airport)

Night Market | The local residents flock here in the evening to show off their pet dogs in the front basket of their motorcycles, to eat, and to collect takeaways. Massive selection of foods to choose from in a compact area. More expensive than the other markets but also more fun. Stalls with seasonal durian (whole or ready-to-eat) are on the right-hand side furthest from the railway station.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Chumphon

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Muslim Friendly hotels in Chumphon

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Chumphon Cabana Resort & Diving

Novotel Beach Resort & Golf Chumphon

News & References Chumphon

More Muslim friendly Destinations from Chumphon

Ko Tao - Known as the best diving site in the Gulf of Thailand, its turquoise water is crystalline, coconut plantations cover much of the landscape, and many beaches are easily accessible by paved road.

There are several transportation options from Chumphon:

Ko Charoen Car Ferry - Boat leaves from Tha Yang Pier Monday - W-F at 23:00 and arrives Ko Tao at 5:00. From Ko Tao, a boat departs for Chumphon on Tuesday - Thursday - Sa. It arrives Tha Yang Pier at 5:00. The fare is 380 Baht. For information, contact tel. +66 77 580030, +66 81 7970276.

Lomphraya Ferry - Boat leaves from Ao Thung Makham Noi Pier at 7:00 and 13:00 and arrives Ko Tao at 8:45 and 14:45. From Ko Tao boat departs for Ao Thung Makham Noi Pier at 22:00 and 15:00. It arrives at 23:30 and 16:30.

Songserm Ferry - Boat leaves from Tha Yang Pier daily at 7:00 and arrives Ko Tao at 9:45. From Ko Tao and the departure time for Chumphon is 14:30 and arrival is at 17:30. For information, contact Tel. +66 2 2807897, +66 77 456274.