THE SHORT VERSION
Phuket Town to Karon at a glance.
- From
- Phuket Town ภูเก็ต
- To
- Karon กะรน
- Road distance
- About 854 km
- Straight line
- 700 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~11 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Karon to Phuket Town →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Phuket Town
Phuket is Thailand's largest island, joined to the mainland by a bridge, so buses run straight onto it. Long-distance buses use Phuket Bus Terminal 2, about 4 km north of Phuket Town, with services to Bangkok, Krabi, Surat Thani, Hat Yai and more.
- 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.
- Check pickup times the evening before. Hotel runs can start early.
KEEP GOING
From Karon, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Karon
More buses from Phuket Town
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Phuket Town from Karon by road?+
About 854 km by road (700 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Phuket Town to Karon take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 11 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 Phuket Town?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Phuket Town include Phuket Bus Terminal 2, Phuket Bus Terminal 1, Rassada Pier, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Karon to Phuket Town?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Karon to Phuket Town guide.
Where does the bus from Phuket Town arrive in Karon?+
It depends on the operator. In Karon, services use Hotel pickups. From Phuket Bus Terminal 2, take a taxi or songthaew to Karon.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Karon?+
From Phuket Bus Terminal 2, take a taxi or songthaew to Karon.
What kind of bus runs from Phuket Town to Karon?+
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 Phuket Town to Karon 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 Karon by bus?+
Direct buses from Karon include Khao Lak, Krabi Town, Ao Nang, Bangkok, Khao Sok. See all connections on our Karon 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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