What is the cheapest way to get from Patong to Big Buddha?

The cheapest way to get from Patong to Big Buddha is to ferry which costs ฿1400 - ฿1600 and takes 11h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Patong to Big Buddha?

The fastest way to get from Patong to Big Buddha is to fly which takes 3h 15m and costs ฿3400 - ฿9500.

Is there a direct bus between Patong and Big Buddha?

No, there is no direct bus from Patong to Big Buddha. However, there are services departing from Patong Kata Karon Transfer, Phuket and arriving at Koh Samui Nathon Pier via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 22m.

Is there a direct ferry between Patong and Big Buddha?

No, there is no direct ferry from Patong to Big Buddha. However, there are services departing from Patong Kata Karon Transfer and arriving at Bangrak Pier via Thong Sala Koh Pha Ngan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 45m.

How far is it from Patong to Big Buddha?

The distance between Patong and Big Buddha is 291 km.

How do I get a ferry ticket from Patong to Big Buddha?

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How do I travel from Patong to Big Buddha without a car?

The best way to get from Patong to Big Buddha without a car is to taxi and bus and ferry which takes 6h 41m and costs ฿5000 - ฿6500.

How long does it take to get from Patong to Big Buddha?

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Patong to Big Buddha, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Patong to Big Buddha bus from?

Patong to Big Buddha bus services, operated by Phantip Travel, depart from Patong Kata Karon Transfer, Phuket station.

Where does the Patong to Big Buddha bus arrive?

Patong to Big Buddha bus services, operated by Phantip Travel, arrive at Koh Samui Nathon Pier station.

Where can I stay near Big Buddha?

There are 3385+ hotels available in Big Buddha.

Patong to Big Buddha - 6 ways to travel via plane, taxi, and bus and ferry

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There are 6 ways to get from Patong to Big Buddha by plane, taxi, busferry, ferry, car, or car ferry

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Koh Samui Airport (USM)plane HKT - USM
3h 15m
฿3,439–9,479
Ferry
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Patong Kata Karon Transfer to Thong Sala Koh Phanganferry Patong Kata Karon Transfer - Thong Sala Koh Phangan
2. Take the ferry from Thong Sala Koh Pha Ngan to Bangrak Pierferry
11h 45m
฿1,400–1,570
Taxi, bus and ferry
1. Take the taxi from Patong to Krabi Lomprayah Bus Terminaltaxi
2. Take the busferry from Krabi Lomprayah Bus Terminal to Koh Samui Nathon Pierbusferry
6h 41m
฿5,430–6,247
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Patong to Raja Ferry Donsak Piercar
2. Take the carferry from Raja Ferry Donsak Pier to Lipa Noi Piercarferry
6h 32m
฿1,448–2,040
Bus and ferry
1. Take the busferry from Patong Kata Karon Transfer, Phuket to Koh Samui Nathon Pierbusferry
10h 22m
฿1,525–2,100
Ferry via Phuket Bus Terminal 1
1. Take the ferry from Phuket Bus Terminal 1 to Thong Sala Koh Phanganferry Phuket Bus Terminal 1 - Thong Sala Koh Phangan
2. Take the ferry from Thong Sala Koh Phangan to Petcherat Marina Bangrakferry Sbpngusm3
12h 38m
฿3,181–5,970

Patong to Big Buddha by ferry and foot

7Weekly Services

11h 45mAverage Duration

฿1,400Cheapest Price

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Distance: 290.5 km
Duration: 3h 15m

What companies run services between Patong, Phuket province, Thailand and Big Buddha, Surat Thani, Thailand?

Bangkok Airways flies from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Koh Samui Airport (USM) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Patong Kata Karon Transfer to Big Buddha via Thong Sala Koh Phangan, Thong Sala Koh Pha Ngan, and Bangrak Pier in around 11h 45m.

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