Last Updated: 6th January, 2026

Sala Ya to Surat Thani Train Schedule, Timetable & Departure Times

There are 11 daily trains operating from Sala Ya to Surat Thani via Thailand Railway. The first train departs at 8:00 AM and the last service leaves at 11:20 PM.

On this page, you can check updated departure times, arrival times, journey duration, train numbers, operating days, and available train types for the Sala Ya - Surat Thani railway route. Compare services and plan your train journey in Thailand efficiently.

Thailand Railway Train Journey

Sala Ya to Surat Thani Schedule

DepartureArrivalDurationOperating DaysTrain TypeTrain No.
8:00 AM4:20 PM8 hours 20 minutesDaily
Special Exp.
43
12:14 PM11:13 PM10 hours 59 minutesDaily
Freight
985
3:42 PM1:11 AM9 hours 29 minutesDaily
Rapid
171
4:43 PM1:49 AM9 hours 6 minutesDaily
Special Exp.
37
4:43 PM1:49 AM9 hours 6 minutesDaily
Special Exp.
45
5:23 PM2:20 AM8 hours 57 minutesDaily
Special Exp.
31
6:03 PM4:06 AM10 hours 3 minutesDaily
Rapid
169
7:23 PM4:58 AM9 hours 35 minutesDaily
Express
83
8:23 PM6:23 AM10 hoursDaily
Express
85
9:03 PM7:16 AM10 hours 13 minutesDaily
Rapid
167
11:20 PM7:50 AM8 hours 30 minutesDaily
Special Exp.
39

Schedule Overview

The Special Exp. (Train #43) departs from Sala Ya at 8:00 AM and arrives in Surat Thani at 4:20 PM.

The Freight (Train #985) departs from Sala Ya at 12:14 PM and arrives in Surat Thani at 11:13 PM.

The Rapid (Train #171) departs from Sala Ya at 3:42 PM and arrives in Surat Thani at 1:11 AM.

The Special Exp. (Train #37) departs from Sala Ya at 4:43 PM and arrives in Surat Thani at 1:49 AM.

The Special Exp. (Train #45) departs from Sala Ya at 4:43 PM and arrives in Surat Thani at 1:49 AM.

The Special Exp. (Train #31) departs from Sala Ya at 5:23 PM and arrives in Surat Thani at 2:20 AM.

The Rapid (Train #169) departs from Sala Ya at 6:03 PM and arrives in Surat Thani at 4:06 AM.

The Express (Train #83) departs from Sala Ya at 7:23 PM and arrives in Surat Thani at 4:58 AM.

The Express (Train #85) departs from Sala Ya at 8:23 PM and arrives in Surat Thani at 6:23 AM.

The Rapid (Train #167) departs from Sala Ya at 9:03 PM and arrives in Surat Thani at 7:16 AM.

The Special Exp. (Train #39) departs from Sala Ya at 11:20 PM and arrives in Surat Thani at 7:50 AM.

Frequently Asked Questions About Sala Ya to Surat Thani Trains

How many trains run daily from Sala Ya to Surat Thani?

There are 11 daily trains operating from Sala Ya to Surat Thani. Departure times start at 8:00 AMand continue throughout the day until the last train at 11:20 PM.

How long does train take from Sala Ya to Surat Thani?

Journey duration varies depending on train type and number of stops. The average travel time ranges between 8 hours 20 minutes and 8 hours 30 minutes.

What is the first train from Sala Ya to Surat Thani?

The earliest train departs from Sala Ya at 8:00 AMand arrives in Surat Thani at 4:20 PM.

What is the last train from Sala Ya to Surat Thani?

The final daily departure leaves Sala Ya at 11:20 PMand reaches Surat Thani at 7:50 AM.

Do trains from Sala Ya to Surat Thani run every day?

Most trains on this route operate daily, but some services may run only on selected days. Please check the "Operating Days" column in the timetable above for the most accurate and updated schedule information.

What types of trains operate between Sala Ya and Surat Thani?

Trains on this route may include rapid, express, and local services, depending on availability. Each train type differs in travel time, stop frequency, and onboard facilities.

What time does Train 43 depart from Sala Ya?

Train 43 (Special Exp.) departs from Sala Ya at 8:00 AMand arrives in Surat Thani at 4:20 PM.

What time does Train 985 depart from Sala Ya?

Train 985 (Freight) departs from Sala Ya at 12:14 PMand arrives in Surat Thani at 11:13 PM.

Return Train: Surat ThaniSala Ya

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