Phuket to Karon

Phuket to Karon

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Phuket to Karon Schedule

Phuket to Karon Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Call Me Taxi Thailand Comfort 3pax Any time฿ 1,000
Phuket Bus Express Standard AC 08:45 - 10:05฿ 150
Phuket Bus Express Standard AC 11:45 - 12:55฿ 150
Phuket Bus Express Standard AC 12:45 - 14:05฿ 150
Phuket Smart Bus Standard AC 14:00 - 15:32฿ 198
Phuket Smart Bus Standard AC 17:00 - 18:34฿ 198
Phuket Bus Express Standard AC 18:45 - 20:05฿ 150
Phuket Bus Express Standard AC 20:45 - 22:05฿ 150

Transportation from Phuket to Karon

Facts about the transport from Phuket to Karon

Cheapest Transport$5
Fastest Transport50m
Earliest Departure8:45 오전
Latest Departure8:45 오후
Departures per day41
Distance42 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBangkokTaxi24, Call Me Taxi Thailand, Phuket Bus Express, Phuket Smart Bus

How to get from Phuket to Karon

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

  • Bus
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus 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 35.05. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 4.04.

How far is Phuket from Karon?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Phuket to Karon. Your trip will be a total of 27 miles (42 km). The flying distance is 27 miles (42 km).

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

The travel time from Phuket to Karon can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 2 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Phuket to Karon varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Phuket Bus Express: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 4.04 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 35.05.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 4.04 to USD 6.25;
  • taxi+Van price: USD 5.39 - USD 6.74. From Phuket to Karon starting from 09:30 Phuket Town Hotel Transfer until 17:30 Phuket Town Hotel Transfer
  • Van+taxi price: USD 5.39 - USD 6.74. From Phuket to Karon starting from 09:30 Phuket Airport until 17:30 Phuket Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 18.87 to USD 35.05.

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

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 08:45 - you can also take a bus as late as 20:45. There are 28 available bus trips every day.
  • 8 by Van+taxi from Phuket to Karon starting from 09:30 Phuket Airport until 17:30 Phuket Airport
  • 1 by taxi+Van from Phuket to Karon starting from 09:30 Phuket Town Hotel Transfer until 17:30 Phuket Town Hotel Transfer
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Phuket to Karon any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Phuket to Karon 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 Karon. 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 18.87.

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

The most popular transport from Phuket to Karon

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Phuket to Karon? 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% chosen taxi+Van
  • 46% chosen Van+taxi
  • 5% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 2% decided to go for a bus.