The estimated bus journey from Karon to Phuket typically takes between 1 hour and 3 hours, depending on the specific service (like Phuket Smart Bus or local Songthaews) and traffic conditions. The fastest services often complete the trip in about 1 hour.
Bus ticket prices for the Karon to Phuket route generally range from US$ 6 to US$ 20 for services like Phuket Smart Bus. Local Songthaew services operating between Karon and Phuket Town may cost less, approximately 40-50 Thai Baht (THB), payable in cash.
For budget travel between Karon and Phuket, the Phuket Smart Bus is often the most affordable option among bookable services, with fares starting around US$ 6. Local Songthaews, costing approx 40-50 THB, can also be a very cheap alternative.
Information on specific planned stops for services like the Phuket Smart Bus between Karon and Phuket isn't always detailed. However, local bus services, such as Songthaews running from Karon to Phuket Town, typically make multiple stops frequently on demand along the main road.
Based on the provided details for bookable services from Karon to Phuket, the earliest listed departure time is 04:00, and the latest listed departure is 08:00. Please note that local Songthaew services between Karon and Phuket Town usually operate more frequently during daytime and early evening hours.
Phuket Smart Bus is frequently mentioned as the most popular formal bus operator for completing the journey from Karon to Phuket.
The provided information does not specify key landmarks or intermediate cities passed on the main bookable bus routes between Karon and Phuket. However, the local bus/Songthaew route from Karon typically travels towards Phuket Town via Kata Beach and Chalong Circle.
The approximate distance for the bus trip between Karon and Phuket Town is around 20 kilometers (approx. 12.4 miles).
Amenities on buses from Karon to Phuket vary. Local services (like Songthaews running to Phuket Town) usually offer basic bench seating and are often open-air. Formal services like the Phuket Smart Bus are typically standard air-conditioned buses. Check the specific operator for details.
The bus service operated by Phuket Smart Bus is often cited as the fastest formal public transport option between Karon and Phuket, with a listed journey time of approximately 1 hour.
Several companies offer transport from Karon to Phuket. For bus services, Phuket Smart Bus is a key provider. Call Me Taxi Thailand offers minivan and taxi services. Additionally, informal local Songthaews operate frequently between Karon and Phuket Town.
