THE SHORT VERSION
Krabi Town to Ao Nang at a glance.
- From
- Krabi Town กระบี่
- To
- Ao Nang อ่าวนาง
- Road distance
- About 16 km
- Straight line
- 11 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Ao Nang to Krabi Town →
Ready to travel from Krabi Town to Ao Nang?
Check live availability, fares and departure times with 12Go.
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Krabi Town
Krabi Town is the transport hub for Krabi province, the base for Ao Nang, Railay and the islands. Buses from Bangkok, Phuket, Surat Thani and Hat Yai use Krabi Bus Terminal outside the centre.
- Krabi Bus Terminal · สถานีขนส่งกระบี่
Outside the town centre. Long-distance and regional buses and minivans. - Khlong Jilad Pier
Ferries to Koh Phi Phi and Koh Lanta.
Arriving in Ao Nang
From Krabi Bus Terminal, take a white Krabi–Ao Nang songthaew or a taxi.
- Hotel pickups and the beach road
Minivans collect from hotels; songthaews run along the main road to Krabi Town.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Longtail boats to Railay leave from the beach; check sea conditions in the wet season.
KEEP GOING
From Ao Nang, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Ao Nang
More buses from Krabi Town
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Krabi Town from Ao Nang by road?+
About 16 km by road (11 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Krabi Town to Ao Nang take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 15 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Krabi Town?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Krabi Town include Krabi Bus Terminal, Khlong Jilad Pier, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Ao Nang to Krabi Town?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Ao Nang to Krabi Town guide.
Where does the bus from Krabi Town arrive in Ao Nang?+
It depends on the operator. In Ao Nang, services use Hotel pickups and the beach road. From Krabi Bus Terminal, take a white Krabi–Ao Nang songthaew or a taxi.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Ao Nang?+
From Krabi Bus Terminal, take a white Krabi–Ao Nang songthaew or a taxi.
What kind of vehicle runs from Krabi Town to Ao Nang?+
12Go lists minivan (shared van) services on this route rather than full-size buses. Vans are usually quicker but have less luggage space, so check the luggage allowance for your departure before you book.
Can I book the Krabi Town to Ao Nang bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Ao Nang by bus?+
Direct buses from Ao Nang include Railay, Khao Lak, Surat Thani, Patong, Phuket Town and more. See all connections on our Ao Nang bus page.
Still deciding? Check today's departures, then book your seat.
Book Krabi Town → Ao Nang on 12GoFOLLOW THE INFORMATION
Clear sources. Better decisions.
Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
12Go: Krabi Town to Ao Nang bus route listing ↗Wikivoyage: Krabi Town (Get in) ↗Wikivoyage: Ao Nang (Get in) ↗How BusConnects uses sources →