Pattaya to Phuket

Pattaya to Phuket

Pattaya
Phuket
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Pattaya to Phuket Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Glassflower
Luxury VIP Van 9pax
Any time
+15h
$490.74
Flight
Bangkok Airways
Economy
13:00
14:40
$145.08
  4.4
Flight
Thai Lion Air
Economy
13:30
19:35
$136.30
Flight
AirAsia
Economy
14:15
18:30
$117.63
Flight
Thai Lion Air
Economy
14:55
13:05
$126.82
Bus
Montanatip
Express
15:30
12:30
$50.43
  4.0
Flight
Thai Lion Air
Economy
16:10
18:20
$122.08
Flight
Bangkok Airways
Economy
17:20
09:00
$219.86

Transportation from Pattaya to Phuket

Facts about the transport from Pattaya to Phuket

Cheapest Transport$9
Fastest Transport1h 40m
Earliest Departure6:00 AM
Latest Departure3:30 PM
Departures per day1
Distance1050 kilometers
Transport Companies465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport, Bangkok Airways, Easyride Services, Montanatip, Roong Reuang Coach, Sawadee Tour, T Tour, Thai AirAsia, Transport Co

How to get from Pattaya to Phuket

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

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. 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 flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 119.39. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a flight as a flight ticket costs as low as USD 119.39.

How far is Pattaya from Phuket?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Pattaya to Phuket. Your trip will be a total of 653 miles (1050 km). The flying distance is 881 miles (1417 km).

How long does it take to get from Pattaya to Phuket?

The travel time from Pattaya to Phuket can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 21 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Pattaya to Phuket?

The cost of the trip from Pattaya to Phuket varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Bangkok Airways (บางกอกแอร์เวย์ส): travelling by flight expect to pay as low as USD 119.39 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 119.39.

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

  • flight+Bus price: USD 8.77 - USD 10.94. From Pattaya to Phuket starting from 06:00 Pattaya North Bus Station until 06:00 Pattaya North Bus Station
  • Bus+Van price: USD 31.35. From Pattaya to Phuket starting from 12:30 Pattaya T Tour Station until 12:30 Pattaya T Tour Station
  • Bus tickets - USD 33.81 to USD 46.05;
  • Van price : USD 64.65;
  • Plane tickets - USD 119.40 to USD 119.40;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 417.09 to USD 576.68.

How many trips per day are there between Pattaya and Phuket?

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

  • Flights from Pattaya to Phuket depart during the day - there are approximately 1 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Pattaya to Phuket. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 119.40.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Pattaya to Phuket

Bangkok Airways (บางกอกแอร์เวย์ส)

Buses

Taking a bus from Pattaya to Phuket 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 Pattaya to Phuket. 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 417.09.

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 Pattaya to Phuket. 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 Pattaya to Phuket.

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 Pattaya to Phuket

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Pattaya to Phuket? 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:

  • 42% users took a plane.
  • 41% decided to go for a bus.
  • 16% opted for a van.
  • 1% Other