What is the cheapest way to get from Phuket to Railay Beach?

The cheapest way to get from Phuket to Railay Beach is to Minivan and Longtail Boat which costs ฿400 and takes 4h 7m.

What is the fastest way to get from Phuket to Railay Beach?

The fastest way to get from Phuket to Railay Beach is to ferry which takes 2h 30m and costs ฿900.

Is there a direct bus between Phuket and Railay Beach?

No, there is no direct bus from Phuket to Railay Beach. However, there are services departing from สถานีขนส่งผู้โดยสารจังหวัดภูเก็ต;Phuket Bus Terminal 1 and arriving at Railay Beach via Krabi Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 45m.

Is there a direct ferry between Phuket and Railay Beach?

Yes, there is a direct ferry departing from Rassada Pier Phuket and arriving at Railay Beach. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Phuket to Railay Beach?

The distance between Phuket and Railay Beach is 51 km. The road distance is 173.5 km.

How do I get a ferry ticket from Phuket to Railay Beach?

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How do I travel from Phuket to Railay Beach without a car?

The best way to get from Phuket to Railay Beach without a car is to ferry which takes 2h 30m and costs ฿900.

How long does it take to get from Phuket to Railay Beach?

The ferry from Rassada Pier Phuket to Railay Beach takes 2h 30m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Phuket to Railay Beach bus from?

Phuket to Railay Beach bus services, operated by The Transport Company, depart from สถานีขนส่งผู้โดยสารจังหวัดภูเก็ต;Phuket Bus Terminal 1 station.

Where does the Phuket to Railay Beach bus arrive?

Phuket to Railay Beach bus services, operated by The Transport Company, arrive at กระบี่ station.

Can I drive from Phuket to Railay Beach?

Yes, the driving distance between Phuket to Railay Beach is 174 km. It takes approximately 2h 45m to drive from Phuket to Railay Beach.

How do I get a bus ticket from Phuket to Railay Beach?

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Where can I stay near Railay Beach?

There are 1133+ hotels available in Railay Beach.

Phuket to Railay Beach - 4 ways to travel via ferry, bus, car, and Minivan

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There are 4 ways to get from Phuket to Railay Beach by ferry, bus, or car

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Ferry
best
1. Take the ferry from Rassada Pier Phuket to Railay Beachferry
2h 30m
฿900
Minivan, Longtail Boat
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Phuket Bus Terminal to Krabi Bus Stationbus
2. Take the ferry from Krabi Town Pier to Railay Eastferry
4h 7m
฿400
Bus
1. Take the bus from สถานีขนส่งผู้โดยสารจังหวัดภูเก็ต;Phuket Bus Terminal 1 to กระบี่bus 438-0
3h 45m
฿1,169–2,585
Drive 173.5 km
1. Drive from Phuket to Railay Beachcar 173.5 km
2h 45m
฿652–942

Phuket to Railay Beach by ferry

14Weekly Ferries

2h 30mAverage Duration

฿900Cheapest Price

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Distance: 50.8 km
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Phuket, Thailand and Railay Beach, Thailand?

Ao Nang Travel & Tour operates a ferry from Rassada Pier Phuket to Railay Beach twice daily. Tickets cost ฿900 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Alternatively, The Transport Company operates a bus from สถานีขนส่งผู้โดยสารจังหวัดภูเก็ต;Phuket Bus Terminal 1 to กระบี่ hourly. Tickets cost ฿160–1,300 and the journey takes 2h 22m. Two other operators also service this route.

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