THE SHORT VERSION
Phuket Town to Nong Khai at a glance.
- From
- Phuket Town ภูเก็ต
- To
- Nong Khai หนองคาย
- Road distance
- About 619 km
- Straight line
- 516 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~7 h 45 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Nong Khai to Phuket Town →
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 Lao visa rules before crossing.
KEEP GOING
From Nong Khai, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Nong Khai
More buses from Phuket Town
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Phuket Town from Nong Khai by road?+
About 619 km by road (516 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Phuket Town to Nong Khai take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 7 h 45 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 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 Nong Khai to Phuket Town?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Nong Khai to Phuket Town guide.
Where does the bus from Phuket Town arrive in Nong Khai?+
It depends on the operator. In Nong Khai, services use Nong Khai bus station. For Laos, you can also take a tuk-tuk to the Friendship Bridge and cross by shuttle bus.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Nong Khai?+
For Laos, you can also take a tuk-tuk to the Friendship Bridge and cross by shuttle bus.
What kind of bus runs from Phuket Town to Nong Khai?+
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 Nong Khai 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 Nong Khai by bus?+
Direct buses from Nong Khai include Vientiane, Udon Thani, Khon Kaen, Nakhon Ratchasima (Korat), Ayutthaya and more. See all connections on our Nong Khai bus page.
FOLLOW THE INFORMATION
Clear sources. Better decisions.
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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