THE SHORT VERSION
Krabi Town to Phuket Town at a glance.
- From
- Krabi Town กระบี่
- To
- Phuket Town ภูเก็ต
- Road distance
- About 170 km
- Straight line
- 61 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~2 h 30 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Phuket Town to Krabi Town →
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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 Phuket Town
From the terminal, songthaews, taxis and ride-hail apps reach Phuket Town and the beaches. Local buses to the beaches leave from near the old-town market.
- Phuket Bus Terminal 2
About 4 km north of Phuket Town. The main long-distance terminal. - Phuket Bus Terminal 1
The small old terminal in town. Some regional and local services. - Rassada Pier
Ferries to Koh Phi Phi, Krabi and Koh Lanta.
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.
- Tuk-tuk drivers at the terminal may say the local bus has finished. Check for yourself.
- Beach towns such as Patong and Karon are a separate drive from the bus terminal.
KEEP GOING
From Phuket Town, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Phuket Town
More buses from Krabi Town
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Krabi Town from Phuket Town by road?+
About 170 km by road (61 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Krabi Town to Phuket Town take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 2 h 30 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 Phuket Town to Krabi Town?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Phuket Town to Krabi Town guide.
Where does the bus from Krabi Town arrive in Phuket Town?+
It depends on the operator. In Phuket Town, services use Phuket Bus Terminal 2, Phuket Bus Terminal 1, Rassada Pier. From the terminal, songthaews, taxis and ride-hail apps reach Phuket Town and the beaches. Local buses to the beaches leave from near the old-town market.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Phuket Town?+
From the terminal, songthaews, taxis and ride-hail apps reach Phuket Town and the beaches. Local buses to the beaches leave from near the old-town market.
What kind of bus runs from Krabi Town to Phuket Town?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Krabi Town to Phuket Town 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 Phuket Town by bus?+
Direct buses from Phuket Town include Patong, Karon, Khao Lak, Railay, Ao Nang and more. See all connections on our Phuket Town bus page.
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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.
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