Cities Near Kawthoung
Cities near Kawthoung, MM: 9 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Chumphon, Surat Thani, Ko Samui. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Kawthoung, MM is Chumphon, about 56 mi (89 km) away — roughly 1 hr 40 min by road. Below, 9 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chumphon | 56 mi / 89 km | 1 hr 40 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Surat Thani | 79 mi / 127 km | 1 hr 50 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Ko Samui | 99 mi / 160 km | 2 hr 18 min | Drive/rail | Day trip / overnight |
| Nakhon Si Thammarat | 144 mi / 232 km | 3 hr 21 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Phuket | 145 mi / 233 km | 3 hr 22 min | Drive/rail | Weekend getaway |
| Myeik | 170 mi / 273 km | 3 hr 57 min | 49 min | Weekend getaway |
| Trang | 183 mi / 294 km | 4 hr 15 min | 50 min | Weekend getaway |
| Hua Hin | 203 mi / 326 km | 4 hr 25 min | 52 min | Short break |
| Ban Mai | 235 mi / 379 km | 5 hr 8 min | 56 min | Short break |
Day trips from Kawthoung
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Chumphon, Surat Thani, Ko Samui. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Weekend getaways from Kawthoung
Far enough for a change of scene but still an easy hop: Nakhon Si Thammarat, Phuket, Myeik. Worth an overnight or a full weekend.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Kawthoung include Chumphon, Surat Thani, Ko Samui, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Phuket. The closest is Chumphon, about 56 miles (89 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.