Phuket to Surat Thani Town

Phuket to Surat Thani Town

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Surat Thani Town
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Phuket to Surat Thani Town Destination Reviews

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Thomas
All was very nice, but the roads felt little bit strange. We jumped a lot, but the driver was very good.
Phuket to Surat Thani Town, Bus Bus, 12Go Transport (12Go Transport), Mar 7, 2026
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Fredrik M
The van left 1.5h late due to too few people booked (but that was a lie as it pulled into the terminal full of people just before we got it) it was obsiously just late from the previous trip. Driver drove like he stole the van. Literally no one overtook us on they way, we were faster than everyone on the road. Seat belts in the van are not 3point and will most likely kill you in a crash.
Phuket to Surat Thani Town, Van Van, 12Go Transport (12Go Transport), Jan 29, 2026
LR
Laurids R
Nice bus, friendly driver, pretty much on time
Phuket to Surat Thani Town, Van Van, 12Go Transport (12Go Transport), Dec 5, 2025
ZU
Zia U
Seats were not comfortable.
Phuket to Surat Thani Town, Bus Bus, 12Go Transport (12Go Transport), Oct 22, 2025
MF
Margot F
Good bus, everything was clear, driver was in time. But they take us fees for extra luggage while the bus was empty only 8 people in a 30 bus seats… bit annoying because plenty of space.
Phuket to Surat Thani Town, Bus Bus, 12Go Transport (12Go Transport), Oct 2, 2025
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Micah B
Trip from Phuket Bus Terminal 2 to Surat Thani Town on Nov 4, 2024 Bus left perfectly on time. This journey was very pleasant. This bus was clean & comfortable.The bus was of medium size and fairly empty. Driver stopped for a toilet break at the halfway point. We could have booked a cheaper option by purchasing tickets inside the bus terminal, however this rate was reasonable for peace of mind.
Phuket to Surat Thani Town, Bus Express, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Nov 8, 2024
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Stefan E
Wrong arrival location. You are not arriving at the night boat pier. You have to walk 15 min to get there
Phuket to Surat Thani Town, Van Minivan, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Sep 22, 2023
DV
Diewke V
Well, I went to terminal 1 of the airport but it was at a busstation and that took a half our extra and we missed our drive. We had to pay again for an other bus.Thats the reason for the bad rating, not the drivers fault but 12go didn't explain clearly.
Phuket to Surat Thani Town, Van Minivan, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Jul 19, 2023
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Danique B
You are sitting on a bus for a few hours, but it is as comfortable as its gonna get. The bus was on time and I was even able to take one bus earlier, because I was there to early. That was no problem for them, quick and friendly service!
Phuket to Surat Thani Town, Van Minivan, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Apr 28, 2023
KJ
Kalle J
Der Fahrer war anscheinend ein wenig
Phuket to Surat Thani Town, Van Minivan, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Apr 8, 2023
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Phuket to Surat Thani Town Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Bus
Phuket Bus 465
Intercity
06:00
11:40
$7.93
Bus
Phuket Bus 465
Intercity
06:40
11:40
$7.93
Van
Phantip 1970
Minivan
07:00
11:30
$8.57
  4.0
Van
Phantip 1970
Minivan
08:00
12:30
$8.57
  4.0
Bus
Phuket Bus 465
Intercity
08:30
14:10
$7.93
Van
Phantip 1970
Minivan
09:00
13:30
$8.57
  4.0
Van
Phantip 1970
Minivan
10:00
14:30
$8.57
  4.0
Bus
Phantip 1970
VIP 24
10:30
15:00
$12.38
Van
Phantip 1970
Minivan
11:00
15:30
$8.57
  4.0
Bus
Phuket Bus 465
Intercity
11:40
16:40
$7.93
Van
Phantip 1970
Minivan
12:00
16:30
$8.57
  4.0
Van
Phantip 1970
Minivan
13:00
17:30
$8.57
  4.0
Bus
Phantip 1970
Express
13:30
18:30
$9.40
Van
Phantip 1970
Minivan
14:00
18:30
$8.57
  4.0
Bus
Phuket Bus 465
Intercity
14:20
19:20
$7.93
Van
Phantip 1970
Minivan
15:00
19:30
$8.57
  4.0

How to get from Phuket to Surat Thani Town

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

  • Bus
  • Train
  • Van
  • 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+train 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 191.63. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 7.86.

How far is Phuket from Surat Thani Town?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Phuket to Surat Thani Town. Your trip will be a total of 89 miles (142 km). The flying distance is 89 miles (142 km).

How long does it take to get from Phuket to Surat Thani Town?

The travel time from Phuket to Surat Thani Town can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 9 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Phuket to Surat Thani Town?

The cost of the trip from Phuket to Surat Thani Town varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is 12Go Transport: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 7.86 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 191.63.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 7.87 to USD 11.90;
  • Van price : USD 10.66 - USD 12.32;
  • Bus+Train price: USD 26.25. From Phuket to Surat Thani Town starting from 08:30 Nakhon Si Thammarat Bus Terminal until 08:30 Nakhon Si Thammarat Bus Terminal

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 177.05 to USD 191.65.

How many trips per day are there between Phuket and Surat Thani Town?

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

  • Vans from Phuket to Surat Thani Town depart during the day - there are approximately 13 departures a day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 06:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 13:40. There are 9 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 Surat Thani Town any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Phuket to Surat Thani Town 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 Surat Thani Town. 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 177.05.

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 Phuket to Surat Thani Town. 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 Surat Thani Town.

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 Surat Thani Town

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Phuket to Surat Thani Town? 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:

  • 91% opted for a van.
  • 9% decided to go for a bus.

Transportation from Phuket to Surat Thani Town

Facts about the transport from Phuket to Surat Thani Town

Cheapest Transport$8
Fastest Transport2h 50m
Earliest Departure6:00 AM
Latest Departure3:00 PM
Departures per day24
Distance142 kilometers
Transport Companies12Go Transport, 465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport, Andaman Taxis, Nakhonborrikarn, Phantip 1970, Ramon Transport, Thai Railway