Phuket to Railay

Phuket to Railay

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Phuket to Railay Schedule

Phuket to Railay Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Andaman Taxis Van 9pax Any time฿ 3,000
Thai AirAsia Economy 06:15 - 11:55฿ 10,447
438 Phuket Krabi Transport Van 13pax 08:00 - 12:00฿ 550
Thai Lion Air Economy 11:45 - 17:30฿ 4,630
438 Phuket Krabi Transport Van 13pax 12:40 - 16:10฿ 550
Van Shuttle Van 9pax Any time฿ 1,000
438 Phuket Krabi Transport Van 13pax 16:00 - 20:00฿ 550
Thai Vietjet Economy 18:30 - 08:45฿ 5,632
Thai Vietjet Economy 22:00 - 08:35฿ 2,587

Transportation from Phuket to Railay

Facts about the transport from Phuket to Railay

Cheapest Transport$19
Fastest Transport1h 15m
Earliest Departure6:15 AM
Latest Departure4:30 PM
Departures per day80
Distance63 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAndaman Taxis, Ao Nang Travel And Tour, BangkokTaxi24, Call Me Taxi Thailand, GB Limousine, Green Planet, King Travel, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Phi Phi Cruiser, Phuket Transfer Travel Andaman, Ramon Transport, Seatran Phuket, Thai AirAsia, Tigerline Travel, Van Shuttle

Phuket to Railay Destination Reviews

OH
The staff is very helpful
Ferry Ferry + Long Tail Boat, Ao Nang Travel And Tour (บริษัท อ่าวนาง แทรเวล แอนด์ ทัวร์ จำกัด), Mar 13, 2024
M
I planned this as a 1-day trip, but I was supposed to arrive at 10:45 in the morning, and we arrived to destination way past 13:00! Since the ship back was 15:15 I was left with little more than two hours. All hikes I had planned within Railay I had to cancel because not enough time. I barely had time to eat and have a swim, then just come back. It was very frustrating. More than two hours delay is a lot!
Ferry Ferry + Long Tail Boat, Ao Nang Travel And Tour (บริษัท อ่าวนาง แทรเวล แอนด์ ทัวร์ จำกัด), Feb 13, 2024
SB
The ferry was very comfortable and the transfer included to long-tail boat to the pier was very good. Scheduled to leave at 8:30 left at 9 but not a problem for me since I am on vacation.
Ferry Ferry + Long Tail Boat, Ao Nang Travel And Tour (บริษัท อ่าวนาง แทรเวล แอนด์ ทัวร์ จำกัด), Dec 25, 2023
CW
Very straight forward
Ferry Ferry + Long Tail Boat, Ao Nang Travel And Tour (บริษัท อ่าวนาง แทรเวล แอนด์ ทัวร์ จำกัด), Dec 17, 2023
MT
Everything worked well, but we would get it much more cheaper If we booked it direct at Booking Point in Phuket
Ferry Speedboat + Van + Longtail Boat, Green Planet, Oct 6, 2023
GE
Excellent service however be aware that you may need to swap boats we weren’t expecting this, had an hour wait on a nice island which broke up the journey and allowed for a rest
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile (Koh Yao Sun Smile), Mar 20, 2023
P
Easy to book , fair price and well organised ferry company
Ferry Ferry, Ao Nang Travel And Tour (บริษัท อ่าวนาง แทรเวล แอนด์ ทัวร์ จำกัด), Feb 10, 2023
J
Quick and easy.
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile (Koh Yao Sun Smile), Jan 29, 2023
AP
Arrive 35 min late, transfer in van was not noticed, almost miss the boat because the staff keep telling me to wait !
Ferry Ferry + Long Tail Boat, Green Planet, Dec 29, 2022
ES
The captain was very helpful und nice
Ferry Ferry + Long Tail Boat, Green Planet, Nov 18, 2022
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How to get from Phuket to Railay

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

  • Flight
  • 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 Ferry 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 464.55. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a ferry as a ferry ticket costs as low as USD 18.06.

How far is Phuket from Railay?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Phuket to Railay. Your trip will be a total of 40 miles (63 km). The flying distance is 40 miles (63 km).

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

The travel time from Phuket to Railay can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 10 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Phuket to Railay varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Seatran Phuket: travelling by ferry expect to pay as low as USD 18.06 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 464.55.

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

  • Ferry tickets - USD 18.06 to USD 50.01.
  • taxi+Ferry price: USD 19.45 - USD 37.51. From Phuket to Railay starting from 07:00 Phuket Town Hotel Transfer until 08:30 Rassada Pier
  • taxi+Van price: USD 27.78. From Phuket to Railay starting from 16:30 Phuket Airport until 16:30 Phuket Airport
  • Ferry+Van price: USD 36.68 - USD 37.51. From Phuket to Railay starting from 07:15 Phuket Airport until 07:15 Phuket Airport
  • flight price: USD 205.19 - USD 222.00. From Phuket to Railay starting from 06:15 Phuket Airport until 13:20 Phuket Airport
  • Van price : USD 746.45;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 19.45 to USD 464.55.

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

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

  • 11 by flight from Phuket to Railay starting from 06:15 Phuket Airport until 13:20 Phuket Airport
  • Ferries leave from Phuket for Railay 9 times a day.
  • 6 by Ferry+Van from Phuket to Railay starting from 07:15 Phuket Airport until 07:15 Phuket Airport
  • 3 by taxi+Ferry from Phuket to Railay starting from 07:00 Phuket Town Hotel Transfer until 08:30 Rassada Pier
  • 1 by taxi+Van from Phuket to Railay starting from 16:30 Phuket Airport until 16:30 Phuket Airport
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Phuket to Railay any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Phuket to Railay. 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 19.45.

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 Railay 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 Railay. 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 Railay.

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 Railay

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

  • 35% users voted for a ferry ticket.
  • 29% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 20% chosen taxi+Ferry
  • 11% chosen Ferry+Van
  • 3% chosen taxi+Van
  • 1% Other