What is the cheapest way to get from Surat Thani to Phuket?

The cheapest way to get from Surat Thani to Phuket is to bus which costs ฿420 - ฿1400 and takes 4h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Surat Thani to Phuket?

The fastest way to get from Surat Thani to Phuket is to drive which takes 3h 38m and costs ฿850 - ฿1300.

Is there a direct bus between Surat Thani and Phuket?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Surathani Talad Kaset Station station and arriving at Phuket Bus Terminal 1. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct ferry between Surat Thani and Phuket?

No, there is no direct ferry from Surat Thani to Phuket. However, there are services departing from Phantip Travel Surat Thani and arriving at Phuket via Phi Phi Ferry Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 21m.

How far is it from Surat Thani to Phuket?

The distance between Surat Thani and Phuket is 232 km. The road distance is 231.9 km.

How do I get a ferry ticket from Surat Thani to Phuket?

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How do I travel from Surat Thani to Phuket without a car?

The best way to get from Surat Thani to Phuket without a car is to bus which takes 4h 30m and costs ฿420 - ฿1400.

How long does it take to get from Surat Thani to Phuket?

The bus from Surathani Talad Kaset Station to Phuket Bus Terminal 1 takes 4h 30m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Surat Thani to Phuket bus from?

Surat Thani to Phuket bus services, operated by Phantip Travel, depart from Surathani Talad Kaset Station.

Where does the Surat Thani to Phuket bus arrive?

Surat Thani to Phuket bus services, operated by Phantip Travel, arrive at Phuket Bus Terminal 1 station.

Can I drive from Surat Thani to Phuket?

Yes, the driving distance between Surat Thani to Phuket is 232 km. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Surat Thani to Phuket.

How do I get a bus ticket from Surat Thani to Phuket?

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Where can I stay near Phuket?

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Surat Thani to Phuket - 5 ways to travel via bus, ferry, car, and taxi

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There are 5 ways to get from Surat Thani to Phuket by bus, ferry, car, taxi, or shuttle

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1. Take the bus from Surathani Talad Kaset Station to Phuket Bus Terminal 1bus
4h 30m
฿420–1,400
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Phantip Travel Surat Thani to Ton Sai Pier Koh Phi Phiferry Phantip Travel Surat Thani - Ton Sai Pier Koh Phi Phi
2. Take the ferry from Phi Phi Ferry Terminal to Phuketferry
8h 21m
฿1,550–2,300
Drive 231.9 km
1. Drive from Surat Thani to Phuketcar 231.9 km
3h 38m
฿885–1,278
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Surat Thani to Phukettaxi 231.9 km
3h 38m
฿4,700–6,000
Private Transfer
1. Take a shuttle bus from Surat Thani to Phuketshuttle
4h 2m
฿4,945

Surat Thani to Phuket by bus

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4h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 232 km
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Surat Thani, Thailand and Phuket, Thailand?

Phantip Travel operates a bus from Surathani Talad Kaset Station to Phuket Bus Terminal 1 hourly. Tickets cost ฿420–550 and the journey takes 4h 30m. Three other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Phantip Travel Surat Thani to Phuket via Phi Phi Ferry Terminal in around 8h 21m.

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