Book Affordable Bus Tickets from Koh phangan to Phuket
Koh phangan to Phuket
koh-phangan Main bus Station
phuket Main bus Station
Operators
Jarinthon Tour (2553)
Lomprayah
Raja Ferry
Phantip 1970
FAQs for Bus Travel from koh phangan to phuket
The total estimated travel time from Koh Phangan to Phuket, including the ferry and bus segments, typically ranges between 7 and 11 hours, depending on the operator and specific schedule.
The approximate combined travel distance from Koh Phangan to Phuket by ferry and bus is between 350 and 400 kilometers. Note that the air distance is shorter, around 265 km.
Ticket prices for the combined ferry and bus trip from Koh Phangan to Phuket generally range from approximately US$ 21 to US$ 45 (or ฿600 to ฿1200 THB), depending on the operator, service class (e.g., standard, VIP), and the time of booking or season.
Departure times for the journey from Koh Phangan to Phuket vary significantly based on the operator and the day. While some sources might mention specific times like 01:00, multiple departures are usually available throughout the day (e.g., 05:00, 08:00, 11:00). It's essential to check current schedules from different operators for available departure options when planning your trip from Koh Phangan to Phuket.
You can typically expect 1 to 3 stops during the journey from Koh Phangan to Phuket. This count includes the essential transfer point from the ferry terminal on the mainland to the bus, and potentially one or two additional comfort or brief passenger stops during the bus leg of the trip to Phuket.
Specific landmarks or major cities passed through during the bus journey from the mainland pier to Phuket after the ferry from Koh Phangan are not usually detailed in standard route information provided by operators.
Phantip 1970 is frequently mentioned as a popular operator for the journey between Koh Phangan and Phuket.
Standard amenities on buses operating the mainland portion of the Koh Phangan to Phuket route typically include Air Conditioning and Reclining Seats. Depending on the specific bus operator and service class chosen (e.g., VIP), additional amenities like snacks, an onboard toilet, or Wi-Fi might be available, but this varies.
Traveling from Koh Phangan to Phuket is not a direct land journey. It requires a combined trip involving a ferry from Koh Phangan island (e.g., Thong Sala Pier) to a mainland pier (e.g., Donsak Pier near Surat Thani) and then a transfer to a bus for the onward road journey to Phuket Bus Terminal. Tickets typically cover both segments.
The 'van-ferry' combination service is noted as a very popular transportation choice for travelers making the journey from Koh Phangan to Phuket.
The Bus + Ferry service offered by Phantip 1970 is often cited as the fastest option for traveling from Koh Phangan to Phuket, with a journey time of approximately 7 hours.
The Bus + Ferry service provided by Raja Ferry is often the most budget-friendly option for traveling from Koh Phangan to Phuket, with ticket prices starting from around US$ 21.
Several companies operate transport services on the Koh Phangan to Phuket route, offering various combinations like Van+Ferry and Bus+Ferry. Key service providers include Jarinthon Tour (2553), Lomprayah, Raja Ferry, Phantip 1970, Koh Tao Booking Center, Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel, and Phangan Tour 2000.