THE SHORT VERSION
Krabi Town to Railay at a glance.
- From
- Krabi Town กระบี่
- To
- Railay ไร่เลย์
- Road distance
- About 16 km
- Straight line
- 11 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~30 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Railay 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 Railay
Check whether your ticket includes the boat. At low tide you may need to wade to the boat.
- Longtail boat landings
Boats from Ao Nang beach and from 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.
- Pack light: there's no road access and the boats are small.
KEEP GOING
From Railay, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Railay
More buses from Krabi Town
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Krabi Town from Railay 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 Railay take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 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 Railay to Krabi Town?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Railay to Krabi Town guide.
Where does the bus from Krabi Town arrive in Railay?+
It depends on the operator. In Railay, services use Longtail boat landings. Check whether your ticket includes the boat. At low tide you may need to wade to the boat.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Railay?+
Check whether your ticket includes the boat. At low tide you may need to wade to the boat.
What kind of bus runs from Krabi Town to Railay?+
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 Railay 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 Railay by bus?+
Direct buses from Railay include Surat Thani, Patong, Bangkok, Phuket Town, Khao Sok and more. See all connections on our Railay 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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