THE SHORT VERSION
Krabi Town to Samut Prakan at a glance.
- From
- Krabi Town กระบี่
- To
- Samut Prakan สมุทรปราการ
- Road distance
- About 779 km
- Straight line
- 640 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~9 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Samut Prakan to Krabi Town →
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 Samut Prakan
Ask the seller where the service ends in Samut Prakan. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.

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.
KEEP GOING
From Samut Prakan, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Samut Prakan
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Krabi Town from Samut Prakan by road?+
About 779 km by road (640 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Krabi Town to Samut Prakan take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 9 h 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 Samut Prakan to Krabi Town?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Samut Prakan to Krabi Town guide.
Where does the bus from Krabi Town arrive in Samut Prakan?+
It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.
What kind of bus runs from Krabi Town to Samut Prakan?+
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 Samut Prakan 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 Samut Prakan by bus?+
Direct buses from Samut Prakan include Phuket Town, Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), Don Mueang Airport (DMK), Ayutthaya and more. See all connections on our Samut Prakan bus page.
FOLLOW THE INFORMATION
Clear sources. Better decisions.
Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 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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