Phuket to Ao Nang by ferry, van, bus, flight, taxi from THB 495

Phuket to Ao Nang Destination Reviews

Billy

Simple as paying on line and turning up for your boat staff were friendly as most people are in Asia I really haven’t got a bad word to say

Phuket to Ao Nang, Ferry Speedboat, Green Planet, May 17, 2026

Stephanie G

Loved it! Quick and efficient. Will be using again.

Phuket to Ao Nang, Van Van + Speedboat, Bundhaya Speed Boat (Bundhaya Speed Boat), May 13, 2026

Godwin D

Seat leg room was very less so i could not sit properly

Phuket to Ao Nang, Van Shared Minibus, Good Luck Lanta Tour (Good Luck Lanta Tour), May 13, 2026

Nico K

good communication with the driver beforehand (ended up leaving earlier to avoid traffic, but I was asked and he waited for me), had the luck of being the only passenger and I vibed greatly with the nice driver - I could connect for olaying music, and we made a stop to smoke and go to the toilet. very nice experience (car seat was also quite big and it was well climatised and ventilated).

Phuket to Ao Nang, Van Van 9pax, Andaman Shuttle, May 10, 2026

Kostubh A

Unfortunately, with the amount of travel companies in Thailand this one dropped the ball. Booking was for 12.15 pm but the driver came at 1 pm, that too after we reached out to check at 12.30 pm as to where the driver was? We were told they will be there in 30 mins, as if it was organized last minute rather than a few days as we had done. The car was slightly dated and had a smell to it. Driver was courteous though and helped with our bags so we cannot blame him.

Phuket to Ao Nang, taxi Economy 3pax, King Travel (บริษัท คิงบิซิเนส จำกัด), May 8, 2026

Sirapatsorn T

At first I was worried from reading the reviews. The 438 bus is purchasable for 180 THB on the bus (phuket-krabi ao nang). However, if you want a smooth transfer, then buying an overpriced ticket from this platform is fine. BUT, you can just hail a car from another app to get to your destination after the 438 drop-off. That way, you could've saved 200-300 THB. The ticket pdf should show more information on the transfer so people don’t question or get confused on where to go or what next. 438 stops at the bus terminal as a final destination so people going to Ao Nang needs to know where to next for the transfer.

Phuket to Ao Nang, Van Van + Van, 438 Phuket Krabi Transport (รถตู้สาย 438 ภูเก็ต-กระบี่), May 8, 2026

Danika G

I was a little worried as it is my first time traveling far but this made it very easy with the instructions on where to go and driver was very nice and made every thing super easy

Phuket to Ao Nang, taxi Economy 3pax, King Travel (บริษัท คิงบิซิเนส จำกัด), May 6, 2026

Richard D

The ceilings inside the boat are very low. At 189cm tall it was uncomfortable.

Phuket to Ao Nang, Ferry Speedboat, Bundhaya Speed Boat (Bundhaya Speed Boat), May 4, 2026

Mayureshkumar P

Driver was self declared boss ,who don't know courtesy ,he was like a don , shouting and asking to sit like we were his students, total insult..

Phuket to Ao Nang, Van Shared Minibus, Good Luck Lanta Tour (Good Luck Lanta Tour), May 3, 2026

John P

Was good and cold A/C

Phuket to Ao Nang, Ferry Aonang Princess Ferry, Ao Nang Travel And Tour (บริษัท อ่าวนาง แทรเวล แอนด์ ทัวร์ จำกัด), Apr 19, 2026

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Phuket to Ao Nang Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Taxi	King Travel	Economy 3pax	Any time	+3h	$76.68	5.0
Bus	Minibus 1996	Minibus + Van	06:30	10:00	$13.80	4.6
Van	Bundhaya Speed Boat	Van + Speedboat	06:50	10:10	$21.71	4.5
Ferry	Seatran Phuket	Van + Ferry	07:15	11:00	$39.87	5.0
Van	Bundhaya Speed Boat	Van + Speedboat	07:35	10:10	$21.71
Van	438 Phuket Krabi Transport	Van + Van	08:00	11:30	$13.80	4.5
Bus	Minibus 1996	Minibus + Van	08:20	11:50	$13.80	4.6
Van	438 Phuket Krabi Transport	Van + Van	08:40	12:10	$13.80	4.5
Ferry	Bundhaya Speed Boat	Speedboat	09:00	10:00	$21.71	4.7
Van	438 Phuket Krabi Transport	Van + Van	09:20	12:50	$13.80	4.5
Van	438 Phuket Krabi Transport	Van + Van	10:00	13:30	$13.80	4.5
Bus	Minibus 1996	Minibus + Van	10:40	14:10	$13.80	4.6
Van	Good Luck Lanta Tour	Regional 13pax	11:00	14:40	$9.20	4.5
Van	438 Phuket Krabi Transport	Van + Van	11:20	14:50	$13.80	4.5
Van	Bundhaya Speed Boat	Van + Speedboat	11:50	14:40	$21.71
Bus	Minibus 1996	Minibus + Van	12:20	15:50	$13.80	4.6
Van	438 Phuket Krabi Transport	Van + Van	12:40	16:10	$13.80	4.5
Ferry	Green Planet	Speedboat	13:00	14:30	$21.47	4.9
Van	438 Phuket Krabi Transport	Van + Van	13:20	16:50	$13.80	4.5
Van	438 Phuket Krabi Transport	Van + Van	14:00	17:30	$13.80	4.5

How to get from Phuket to Ao Nang

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

Flight
Bus
Ferry
Van
Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Ferry. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight 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 407.38. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 15.18.

How much does it cost to get from Phuket to Ao Nang?

The cost of the trip from Phuket to Ao Nang varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Nakhonborrikarn (นครบริการขนส่ง): travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 15.18 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 407.38.

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

Bus tickets - USD 15.18 to USD 15.18;
Bus+Van price: USD 17.79 - USD 37.94. From Phuket to Ao Nang starting from 06:30 Phuket Bus Terminal 2 until 13:15 Phuket Bus Terminal 2
Van price : USD 18.86 - USD 53.67;
Ferry tickets - USD 23.00 to USD 52.14.
Bus+Ferry price: USD 23.46. From Phuket to Ao Nang starting from 06:45 Phuket Bus Terminal 2 until 06:45 Phuket Bus Terminal 2
Ferry+Van price: USD 24.84 - USD 62.87. From Phuket to Ao Nang starting from 07:00 Phuket Airport until 13:00 Laem Hin Pier Phuket Town
Bus+taxi price: USD 41.40. From Phuket to Ao Nang starting from 14:30 Phuket Town Transfer until 14:30 Phuket Town Transfer
taxi+Ferry price: USD 62.75 - USD 78.94. From Phuket to Ao Nang starting from 08:00 Kata Phuket until 08:30 Naiyang
taxi+Van price: USD 62.75. From Phuket to Ao Nang starting from 08:30 Naiyang until 08:30 Naiyang
flight price: USD 121.98 - USD 241.13. From Phuket to Ao Nang starting from 08:50 Phuket Airport until 22:05 Phuket Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 77.60 to USD 407.39.

How many trips per day are there between Phuket and Ao Nang?

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

89 by Ferry+Van from Phuket to Ao Nang starting from 07:00 Phuket Airport until 13:00 Laem Hin Pier Phuket Town
Vans from Phuket to Ao Nang depart during the day - there are approximately 52 departures a day.
Ferries leave from Phuket for Ao Nang 33 times a day.
28 by Bus+Van from Phuket to Ao Nang starting from 06:30 Phuket Bus Terminal 2 until 13:15 Phuket Bus Terminal 2
Buses start plying the route from 06:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 12:30. There are 16 available bus trips every day.
Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Phuket to Ao Nang any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Phuket to Ao Nang 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 Ao Nang. 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 77.60.

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

Ferries

Travelling by ferry is one of the most scenic ways to get from Phuket to Ao Nang as it combines transportation and sightseeing to some extent.

However, with these upsides in mind, you should still understand ferry travel is not for everyone. If you’re prone to seasickness it may be an unpleasant experience. As a rule, a ferry journey isn’t the cheapest way to travel During the high season ferry tickets might be hard to get, so you should always book in advance when possible.

Things to remember: ferry rides are dependent on weather conditions.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Phuket to Ao Nang. 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 Ao Nang.

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 Ao Nang

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

47% users voted for a ferry ticket.
36% chosen Ferry+Van
6% opted for a van.
4% chosen Bus+Van
2% decided to catch a taxi.
1% Other

Transportation from Phuket to Ao Nang

Facts about the transport from Phuket to Ao Nang

Cheapest Transport	$16
Fastest Transport	55m
Earliest Departure	6:30 AM
Latest Departure	10:05 PM
Departures per day	384
Distance	46 kilometers
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