THE SHORT VERSION
Patong to Nakhon Si Thammarat at a glance.
- From
- Patong ป่าตอง
- To
- Nakhon Si Thammarat นครศรีธรรมราช
- Road distance
- About 339 km
- Straight line
- 193 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~5 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Not listed as direct
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Patong
Patong is Phuket's busiest beach resort, on the island's west coast. There's no long-distance bus station; minivans and buses collect from hotels, and local songthaews run to Phuket Town.
- Hotel pickups and Patong stops
Most long-distance minivans collect from hotels; local songthaews stop along the beach road.
Arriving in Nakhon Si Thammarat
Ask the seller where the service ends in Nakhon Si Thammarat. 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 Nakhon Si Thammarat, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Nakhon Si Thammarat
More buses from Patong
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Patong from Nakhon Si Thammarat by road?+
About 339 km by road (193 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Patong to Nakhon Si Thammarat take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 5 h 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 Patong?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Patong include Hotel pickups and Patong stops, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Nakhon Si Thammarat to Patong?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Nakhon Si Thammarat to Patong as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Patong arrive in Nakhon Si Thammarat?+
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 Patong to Nakhon Si Thammarat?+
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 Patong to Nakhon Si Thammarat 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 Nakhon Si Thammarat by bus?+
Direct buses from Nakhon Si Thammarat include Donsak, Surat Thani, Hat Yai, Krabi Town, Bangkok and more. See all connections on our Nakhon Si Thammarat bus page.
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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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