Going from Hua Hin to Surin Elephant Village (Ban Ta Klang)? CABHUAHIN picks you up at your door in Hua Hin and drives you straight to Surin Elephant Village (Ban Ta Klang) in a private air-conditioned car. The trip is about 698 km and takes around 9 h 15 min without long stops. One fixed price per car, not per person.
Ban Ta Klang, in Tha Tum district about 60 km north of Surin town, is a Kuy village whose people have lived and worked with elephants for generations. Its Elephant Study Centre explains the mahout way of life, and elephants live alongside families throughout the village. The cool season is pleasant, and the weeks before the November Elephant Round-up are especially lively.
Our driver picks you up anywhere in Hua Hin, drives the route below and waits if you book a return. Fixed price per car, tolls and fuel included.
Good to know
- 01Check show and activity times at the centre beforehand.
- 02Keep a safe distance and follow the mahouts’ guidance.
- 03Mornings are cooler and the elephants more active.
Route · 698 km
Route Hua Hin → Surin Elephant Village (Ban Ta Klang), step by step
- 0 km
Hua Hin
Pick-up in Hua Hin (hotel, condo, villa, airport, station)
- 25 km
Cha-am
via Hwy 4 (Phetkasem)
- 65 km
Phetchaburi
via Hwy 4
- 95 km
Wang Manao Junction (Pak Tho)
via Hwy 4
- 125 km
Samut Songkhram
via Hwy 35 (Rama II)
- 160 km
Samut Sakhon
via Hwy 35
- 185 km
Kanchanaphisek Outer Ring Road
via Hwy 9
- 310 km
Saraburi
via Hwy 9 → Hwy 1 (Phahonyothin)
- 370 km
Pak Chong (Khao Yai)
via Hwy 2 (Mittraphap)
- 450 km
Nakhon Ratchasima (Korat)
via Hwy 2
- 600 km
Buriram
via Hwy 24 → Hwy 218
- 640 km
Surin
via Hwy 226
- 698 km
Surin Elephant Village (Ban Ta Klang)
via Rd 214 → Rd 3027 · Drop-off at your address
Distances are counted from Hua Hin town. The driver may change the road for traffic, roadworks or weather; the price stays the same.
Price Hua Hin to Surin Elephant Village (Ban Ta Klang) by vehicle
Taxi sedan
Toyota Vios / Honda City · 3 passengers · 2 bags
฿5,600
Private sedan
Toyota Corolla Altis / Camry · 3 passengers · 3 bags
฿5,700
SUV 7-seat
Toyota Fortuner / Innova · 6 passengers · 4 bags
฿6,900
VIP Van
Toyota Commuter VIP · 10 passengers · 8 bags
฿8,600
Alphard Luxury
Toyota Alphard · 5 passengers · 4 bags
฿21,100
one way · per car · THB
Questions about Hua Hin to Surin Elephant Village (Ban Ta Klang)
How much is a taxi from Hua Hin to Surin Elephant Village (Ban Ta Klang)?+
A private car from Hua Hin to Surin Elephant Village (Ban Ta Klang) starts at 5,600 THB one way per car, with fuel and tolls included.
How long is the drive from Hua Hin to Surin Elephant Village (Ban Ta Klang)?+
The road distance is about 698 km, around 9 h 15 min of driving. Allow more time on Friday and holiday traffic.
Is the price per person or per car?+
Per car. The same fixed price applies whether you travel alone or with the full number of seats.
Can I stop on the way to Surin Elephant Village (Ban Ta Klang)?+
Yes. Toilet and food stops are free. Ask your driver for a short photo stop on the way.
How do I book?+
Press BOOKNOW, tell us the pick-up place in Hua Hin, date, time and number of passengers. We confirm quickly.
