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What should I know about a border run from Khao Lak to Ranong regarding costs and routes?

Steve ********
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Hi I'm looking for advice on a border run from khao lak through ranong. Looking for any info route/cost etc. I've been quoted 1800bht for a company booking but this seems high but not sure how much you would save navigating alone.

Grateful for any help/info
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The user is seeking advice on conducting a border run from Khao Lak to Ranong, inquiring about routes, costs, and other relevant information. A quoted price of 1800 baht for a company booking is questioned for being high, with replies indicating that visa fees are around 1000 baht, and that using local transportation or options like the Andaman Club pier could be more cost-effective.
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Barry ********
Barry ********
The visas a 1000 ..so your not getting ripped off
Barry ********
Barry ********
Tod mate
Steve ********
Steve ********
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@Barry *******
were you replying to me or tod? If me you need both pictures & copies?
Barry ********
Barry ********
Yes mate
Steve ********
Steve ********
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@Tod ********
do you need anything else for crossing from ranong? Copies of passport, photos etc?
Tod *********
Tod *********
@Ba***
Oh you mean the visa-on-arrival for Cambodia ;) Sorry
Barry ********
Barry ********
Yes but if you want an extra 30 day visa .it costs 1000 bht at the cambodian border ..its dearer in laos
Tod *********
Tod *********
what visa is 1000baht? They are just border-bouncing out and back in they are NOT going to a thai consulate to buy a visa
Joe ***********
Joe ***********
Check it out using Google Maps.

Pier at Grand Andaman Hotel

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Pascal ********
Pascal ********
Best is from Andaman club pier by using their boats. nice easy and safe.
Thomas *******
Thomas *******
is Andaman Club there still an Option?
Deano *********
Deano *********
Local bus is cheap n cheerful
Pascal ********
Pascal ********
Normal pricing for minibus visa run. cheaper can be at your own risk :)

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