THE SHORT VERSION
Phuket Town to Phatthalung at a glance.
- From
- Phuket Town ภูเก็ต
- To
- Phatthalung พัทลุง
- Road distance
- About 361 km
- Straight line
- 188 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~5 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Phatthalung 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.
Arriving in Phatthalung
Ask the seller where the service ends in Phatthalung. 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 Phatthalung, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Phatthalung
More buses from Phuket Town
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Phuket Town from Phatthalung by road?+
About 361 km by road (188 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Phuket Town to Phatthalung 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 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 Phatthalung to Phuket Town?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Phatthalung to Phuket Town guide.
Where does the bus from Phuket Town arrive in Phatthalung?+
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 Phatthalung?+
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 Phatthalung 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 Phatthalung by bus?+
Direct buses from Phatthalung include Krabi Town, Bangkok, Khon Kaen, Trang, Phang Nga and more. See all connections on our Phatthalung 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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