THE SHORT VERSION
Patong to Railay at a glance.
- From
- Patong ป่าตอง
- To
- Railay ไร่เลย์
- Road distance
- About 186 km
- Straight line
- 61 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~3 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Railay to Patong →
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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 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 Patong
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Patong from Railay by road?+
About 186 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 Patong to Railay take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 3 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 Railay to Patong?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Railay to Patong guide.
Where does the bus from Patong 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 Patong 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 Patong 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 Krabi Town, Surat Thani, 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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