THE SHORT VERSION
Railay to Krabi Town at a glance.
- From
- Railay ไร่เลย์
- To
- Krabi Town กระบี่
- Road distance
- About 16 km
- Straight line
- 11 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~30 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Krabi Town to Railay →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Railay
Railay is a peninsula near Ao Nang that can only be reached by boat. Bus tickets to Railay combine a bus or minivan to Ao Nang or Krabi with a longtail boat.
- Longtail boat landings
Boats from Ao Nang beach and from Krabi Town.
Arriving in Krabi Town
White songthaews run from the bus terminal to Krabi Town and on to Ao Nang.
- Krabi Bus Terminal · สถานีขนส่งกระบี่
Outside the town centre. Long-distance and regional buses and minivans. - Khlong Jilad Pier
Ferries to Koh Phi Phi 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.
- Many minivans to Ao Nang and the islands include a hotel pickup. Ask when booking.
KEEP GOING
From Krabi Town, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Krabi Town
More buses from Railay
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Railay from Krabi Town by road?+
About 16 km by road (11 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Railay to Krabi Town take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 30 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 Railay?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Railay include Longtail boat landings, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Krabi Town to Railay?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Krabi Town to Railay guide.
Where does the bus from Railay arrive in Krabi Town?+
It depends on the operator. In Krabi Town, services use Krabi Bus Terminal, Khlong Jilad Pier. White songthaews run from the bus terminal to Krabi Town and on to Ao Nang.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Krabi Town?+
White songthaews run from the bus terminal to Krabi Town and on to Ao Nang.
What kind of bus runs from Railay to Krabi Town?+
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 Railay to Krabi Town 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 Krabi Town by bus?+
Direct buses from Krabi Town include Surat Thani, Patong, Karon, Donsak, Hat Yai and more. See all connections on our Krabi Town bus page.
Still deciding? Check today's departures, then book your seat.
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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.
12Go: Railay to Krabi Town bus route listing ↗Wikivoyage: Ao Nang (Get in) ↗Wikivoyage: Krabi Town (Get in) ↗How BusConnects uses sources →