Buses from Bangkok to Phuket

Buses from Bangkok to Phuket

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Bangkok to Phuket Destination Reviews

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Bangkok to Phuket, Bus Express, Transport Co (บริษัท ขนส่ง จำกัด), Jan 20, 2026
K
Made the mistake of sitting near the toilet, it stunk. It advertised wifi and USB ports but they didn't work. It also said the trip would be 15 hours but it was more like 17 -18 and the snacks that were included was a tiny cheese sandwich with a cake bar and a cup of water.
Bangkok to Phuket, Bus VIP Bus, Bangkok Travel Plus, Jan 19, 2026
HZ
Great service and excellent.
Bangkok to Phuket, Bus VIP, TravelBusAsia, Jan 17, 2026
BD
Was suppose to be a direct bus trip but we had to transfer to another city. Vip is not vip the bus smells like piss.
Bangkok to Phuket, Bus VIP Bus, Bangkok Travel Plus, Jan 17, 2026
KN
Unlike many other trips i had this is the beat
Bangkok to Phuket, Bus Express, Lignite (ลิกไนท์ทัวร์), Jan 9, 2026
SS
Nice comfy bus- could help though if staff understood english. However overall was a good trip.
Bangkok to Phuket, Bus Express, Transport Co (บริษัท ขนส่ง จำกัด), Jan 8, 2026
L
NEVER BOOK WITH THIS COMPANY! The bus was meant to leave at 4 o’clock was delayed by two hours which we didn’t find out until we got there then we was told it will get to Phuket for 7 am at 4 am. It stops off in the middle of nowhere and you’re told to wait for three hours till the next bus comes so altogether it took us 19 hours and we didn’t get to Phuket till 11:30 and was left in the middle of nowhere for 3 1/2 hours until the next bus come and you can’t get a taxi as it’s not near anything.
Bangkok to Phuket, Bus Express, Tara Tour and Travel (ธาราทัวร์แอนด์ทราเวล), Jan 1, 2026
SG
The departure was at 8:25 PM and the scheduled arrival in Phuket was 10:45 AM, but we arrived around 8:00 AM+. It was very fast and smooth. The conductor was very kind and always smiling. They gave us a lot of free snacks at night, then again in the morning, and even served hot coffee which was really good. I don’t think I’ve ever been disappointed with bus services here in Thailand. My first experience was in Chiang Mai when I joined the Pocari Sweat Trail 2025, and the service was already excellent. By the way, I’m Filipino, and compared to my bus experiences in the Philippines, this is totally different. Thailand’s bus service is really the best! Booking through 12Go was also very fast and hassle-free. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ - Sai
Bangkok to Phuket, Bus VIP 24, Lignite (ลิกไนท์ทัวร์), Jan 1, 2026
VM
Great travel, the app website 12go still very bad, shit feedback and horrible informations. And you work with scammers
Bangkok to Phuket, Bus Bus + Van, Holiday Travel Agency (Holiday Travel Agency), Dec 30, 2025
AP
Bus from Bangkok to Surat Thani was good ...after that they shifted to a local bus and bus took around 7-8 hours stopping almost every stop till Phuket bus terminus ....overall ok ok experience considering the price
Bangkok to Phuket, Bus Bus + Van, Holiday Travel Agency (Holiday Travel Agency), Dec 30, 2025
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Bangkok to Phuket Bus Schedule

OperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Transport Co
Express
06:45
20:45
RUB 1,777
  4.1
Lignite
Intercity
07:45
19:45
RUB 1,777
  4.3
Lignite
Intercity
08:30
20:30
RUB 1,777
  4.3
Tara Tour and Travel
Express
16:00
07:00
RUB 2,237
  3.0
Transport Co
Express
16:45
06:45
RUB 1,777
  4.1
Transport Co
Express
17:25
07:25
RUB 2,764
  4.1
Lignite
VIP 24
17:50
05:50
RUB 2,764
  4.5
Lignite
Intercity
18:20
06:20
RUB 1,777
  4.3
Lignite
Intercity
18:40
08:40
RUB 1,777
  4.3
Lignite
Intercity
19:00
09:00
RUB 1,777
  4.3
Lignite
Intercity
19:20
09:20
RUB 1,777
  4.3
Lignite
Intercity
19:40
07:40
RUB 1,777
  4.3

How to get from Bangkok to Phuket by Bus

Taking a bus to get from Bangkok to Phuket is a safe, comfortable and less expensive alternative for traveling this route. To popular destinations, bus companies operate multiple trips per day, often round the clock at 30-60 minute intervals. To less traveled destinations, there may be only 1 scheduled trip a day. The most common bus types are non-air-conditioned, air-conditioned, and premium buses.

It is best to reserve your tickets at least a few days ahead of your travel date. Check our list of bus companies available for online booking offering Bangkok to Phuket tickets. When traveling on weekends and holidays it is recommended to reserve tickets much earlier due to higher numbers of travelers, both vacation-makers and urban workers returning home to their provincial home.

How far is it from Bangkok to Phuket?

Traveling by bus, the distance from Bangkok to Phuket depends on the route taken. Most bus companies travel via expressways or tollways. This may not necessarily be the shortest route but it is the fastest one as normally there is less traffic and no traffic lights.

To get to certain island destinations which are not connected to the mainland by a bridge, buses board large car ferries. Passengers are usually asked to get off the bus, but there is no need to take your luggage from the bus. The travel distance from port to port is added to the total distance.

How long does it take to get from Bangkok to Phuket by Bus?

The estimate travel time from Bangkok to Phuket is about 11h 30m. Note that traveling by bus is slower compared to driving your own car or getting a taxi. Depending on the departure time congestion between Bangkok and Phuket may differ greatly There is usually more traffic between morning until afternoon during weekdays than during weekends.

Another important factor that may affect travel time is the type of bus. Premium or VIP buses are usually faster as they use motorways and call to fewer bus stations (if any) en route. Buses normally make short 10-30-minute breaks after a few hours of continuous travel to allow passengers use bathrooms, stock up on munchies and let bus attendants and the driver have rest.

Some premium buses have onboard toilets and the second driver. Nevertheless, usually they still make en route stops for a quick lunch or fuel refill.

How much does it cost to get from Bangkok to Phuket by Bus?

The ticket price from Bangkok to Phuket can vary depending on the type of buses you choose. For a less expensive ticket consider non-air-conditioned or ordinary buses. Premium or luxury buses are more expensive but you can expect more comfort and some additional services like phone charging ports, personal entertainment system screens and toilets.

Bangkok to Phuket timetable

To help you plan your trip, here is the Bangkok to Phuket timetable of bus departure and arrival times.

Best Rated Companies for this Route

Bus companies differ a lot in quality and service they provide. When choosing a bus company for you travels, do some basic research before you buy your tickets.

Safety is one of the most important aspects to consider. We also recommend you checking reviews on overall service quality of the bus companies serving this route.

Our service only partners with reliable and trustworthy bus companies. We do our best to provide your a choice of the best operators available on each route.

Transportation from Bangkok to Phuket

Facts about the bus from Bangkok to Phuket

Cheapest BusRUB 1,949
Fastest Bus11h 30m
Earliest Bus6:45 AM
Latest Bus7:50 PM
Daily Bus Routes0
Distance845 kilometers
Bus CompaniesAndaman Sea Tour and Transport, Asia Holiday Travel, Bangkok Booking Center, Bangkok Travel Plus, Holiday Travel Agency, Lampoo Ocean Travel, Lignite, Montanatip, Nara Travel, Next Step Journey, Oniam Transport, Phuket Travel, Raja Ferry, Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel, Sombat Tour, Tara Tour and Travel, The Nine Travel, The Tiger 2022, The Twin 2000, Transport Co, TravelBusAsia