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How to get fromKaron to Similan Islandsby taxi, ferry, or bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Karon to Similan Islands by taxi, ferry, or bus

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  1. Taxi, ferry

    best
    1. Take the taxi from Karon to Khao Laktaxi taxi
    2. Take the ferry from Khao Lak to Ko Similanferry ferry
    3h 39m
    ฿5,662–6,328

  2. Local Bus, ferry

    cheapest
    1. Take the bus from Phuket Bus Terminal 2 to Khao Lakbus bus
    2. Take the ferry from Khao Lak to Ko Similanferry ferry
    4h 24m
    ฿2,976–3,144

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  • Distance: 176 km
  • Duration: 3h 39m

What companies run services between Karon, Thailand and Similan Islands, Thailand?

There is no direct connection from Karon to Similan Islands. However, you can take the taxi to Khao Lak, take the ferry to Ko Similan, then walk to Similan Islands. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Karon to Similan Islands via Phuket Bus Terminal 2, Khao Lak, Khao Lak, and Ko Similan in around 4h 24m.

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