Phuket to Khao Lak

Phuket to Khao Lak

Phuket
Khao Lak
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Phuket to Khao Lak Destination Reviews

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Tran T
- Be aware that Phuket airport intersection is not Phuket airport, it’s outside the airport on the highway because this bus connects different cities, not a public transport for airport exclusively. Check the location on the voucher carefully, because there is no counter at the airport you can ask details. Just get a grab car to the bus stop, about 9km away 15min drive. - They informed that my bus broke down so delayed for 2 hours, then the bus came another 15min late with many people already standing due to lack of seats. The driver didn’t really stop at any designated bus stops or any stop button on the bus, I didn’t realize that he just asked in Thai who wants to stop where so I missed the nearest stop to my hotel, make sure you keep checking google maps and find a way to communicate with the driver to stop when needed.
Phuket to Khao Lak, Bus Bus, Phuket Bus and Van Travel, Mar 22, 2026
DC
Dear C
Driver was on time, polite and careful. Great experience overall.
Phuket to Khao Lak, taxi EV Class 3pax, Happy EV Taxi, Mar 16, 2026
JJ
Jenson J
The driver kept going on his phone watching videos whilst driving, also driving abit too fast
Phuket to Khao Lak, Van Shared Van 10 Pax, Call Me Taxi (คอลมีแท๊กซี่), Mar 6, 2026
MH
Michael H
Was supposed to arrive at 2:20pm (14:20) and instead arrived at 4pm (16:00).
Phuket to Khao Lak, Bus Bus, Phuket Bus and Van Travel, Mar 5, 2026
MR
Matt R
Nice Trip
Phuket to Khao Lak, taxi Comfort 3pax, Call Me Taxi (คอลมีแท๊กซี่), Feb 18, 2026
BA
Birgitta A
To many stops
Phuket to Khao Lak, Van Shared Van 10 Pax, Call Me Taxi (คอลมีแท๊กซี่), Feb 10, 2026
ST
Simon T
Driver watched videos on mobil phone while driving so he drove really dangerous
Phuket to Khao Lak, Van Shared Van 10 Pax, Call Me Taxi (คอลมีแท๊กซี่), Feb 5, 2026
KS
Kai S
All was perfekt.3626036412782E+24;️
Phuket to Khao Lak, taxi Van 9pax, Call Me Taxi (คอลมีแท๊กซี่), Feb 1, 2026
S
Sabrina
I was hoping to get a refund since a make a mistake to book but I was notified
Phuket to Khao Lak, Bus Bus, Phuket Bus and Van Travel, Jan 25, 2026
L
Laura
My bus was late 40min. And cause of this i lost my second transfer : )
Phuket to Khao Lak, Bus Bus + Van, Phuket Bus and Van Travel, Jan 18, 2026
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Phuket to Khao Lak Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Call Me Taxi Thailand
Comfort 3pax
Any time
+1h 30m
$42.54
  4.8
Bus
Rung Kit
Express
05:30
07:10
$3.95
  5.0
Bus
465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport
Bus
06:00
08:00
$5.44
  4.7
Van
Call Me Taxi
Shared Van 10 Pax
06:30
11:00
$22.79
  4.0
Van
Call Me Taxi
Shared Van 10 Pax
07:00
11:00
$22.79
  5.0
Bus
465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport
Bus
07:30
09:30
$4.65
  4.7
Van
Call Me Taxi
Shared Van 10 Pax
08:00
11:00
$16.71
  4.0
Bus
465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport
Bus
08:20
10:20
$5.44
  4.7
Bus
465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport
Bus
08:40
10:30
$6.38
  3.0
Bus
Phuket Bus and Van Travel
Bus
09:00
10:20
$5.47
Bus
465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport
Bus
09:30
11:30
$4.65
  4.8
Bus
Rung Kit
Express
10:10
11:50
$3.95
  5.0
Van
Call Me Taxi
Shared Van 10 Pax
10:45
15:00
$22.79
  4.0
Bus
TransBaanTon
Standard Bus
11:10
13:20
$7.60
Bus
Phuket Bus and Van Travel
Bus
11:30
12:50
$5.47
Bus
Rung Kit
Express
11:50
13:30
$3.95
  5.0
Bus
Phuket Bus 465
Intercity
12:30
14:30
$6.08
Bus
Phuket Plus
Bus
13:00
15:00
$4.56
  4.5
Bus
465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport
Bus
13:30
15:30
$5.96
  4.7
Bus
465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport
Bus
13:50
15:40
$6.38
  3.0

How to get from Phuket to Khao Lak

When you want to get from Phuket to Khao Lak, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Bus
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Bus. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Van ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 366.93. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 6.65.

How far is Phuket from Khao Lak?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Phuket to Khao Lak. Your trip will be a total of 32 miles (50 km). The flying distance is 32 miles (50 km).

How long does it take to get from Phuket to Khao Lak?

The travel time from Phuket to Khao Lak can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 4 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Phuket to Khao Lak?

The cost of the trip from Phuket to Khao Lak varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Phuket Bus and Van Travel: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 6.65 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 366.93.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Phuket to Khao Lak:

  • Bus tickets - USD 6.65 to USD 80.38;
  • Van price : USD 14.77 - USD 24.31;
  • Bus+Van price: USD 16.41. From Phuket to Khao Lak starting from 07:00 Phuket Town Hotel Transfer until 07:00 Phuket Town Hotel Transfer
  • taxi+Van price: USD 94.96. From Phuket to Khao Lak starting from 00:00 Phuket Airport until 00:00 Phuket Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 48.92 to USD 366.93.

How many trips per day are there between Phuket and Khao Lak?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 06:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 18:40. There are 59 available bus trips every day.
  • Vans from Phuket to Khao Lak depart during the day - there are approximately 7 departures a day.
  • 1 by Bus+Van from Phuket to Khao Lak starting from 07:00 Phuket Town Hotel Transfer until 07:00 Phuket Town Hotel Transfer
  • 1 by taxi+Van from Phuket to Khao Lak starting from 00:00 Phuket Airport until 00:00 Phuket Airport
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Phuket to Khao Lak any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Phuket to Khao Lak is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Phuket to Khao Lak. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 48.92.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Phuket to Khao Lak. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Phuket to Khao Lak.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Phuket to Khao Lak

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Phuket to Khao Lak? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 59% decided to go for a bus.
  • 32% opted for a van.
  • 9% decided to catch a taxi.

Transportation from Phuket to Khao Lak

Facts about the transport from Phuket to Khao Lak

Cheapest Transport$7
Fastest Transport1h
Earliest Departure12:00 오전
Latest Departure6:40 오후
Departures per day132
Distance50 kilometers
Transport Companies465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport, AEC 168 Transport and Travel, Andaman Taxis, BangkokTaxi24, Call Me Taxi, Call Me Taxi Thailand, Gosafe Transport, Happy EV Taxi, Kanokwan Travel, Nor Phuangphet Transport, Phuket Bus and Van Travel, Phuket Transfer Travel Andaman, Rungkit Tour, Thailand Travel Taxi, Than Car Service, Torch, TransBaanTon