THE SHORT VERSION
Phuket Town to Koh Lipe at a glance.
- From
- Phuket Town ภูเก็ต
- To
- Koh Lipe เกาะหลีเป๊ะ
- Straight line
- 185 km
- Return route
- Not listed as direct
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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.
Arriving in Koh Lipe
Ask the seller where the service ends in Koh Lipe. 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 Koh Lipe, the road continues.
All buses from and to Koh LipeThis trip includes a boat crossing. For ferry routes and timetables, see our sister site FerryConnect.
Other ways to reach Koh Lipe
More buses from Phuket Town
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How long does the bus from Phuket Town to Koh Lipe take?+
Journey times depend on the service and any boat connection. 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 Koh Lipe to Phuket Town?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Koh Lipe to Phuket Town as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Phuket Town arrive in Koh Lipe?+
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 Phuket Town to Koh Lipe?+
Tickets to Koh Lipe usually combine a bus or van with a boat. The vehicle type, seat style and boat connection are shown for each departure on 12Go.
Can I book the Phuket Town to Koh Lipe 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 Koh Lipe by bus?+
Direct buses from Koh Lipe include Kuala Lumpur. See all connections on our Koh Lipe bus page.
Does the trip to Koh Lipe include a ferry?+
Yes, Koh Lipe is an island, so the journey includes a boat crossing. Check whether your ticket covers the boat and the transfer from the pier, and allow for weather delays.
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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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