Phuket to Bangkok by Bus – Book Tickets from THB 784

Phuket to Bangkok Destination Reviews

Casmiro D

The bus was on time, but the ticket said eta 2pm, instead it arrived Southern bus terminal at 7a.m, which is confusing. Furthermore, no staff spoke any English, so ended up rushing out and forgotten my pack of food and fresh juice that I had left in front of the seat. Overall, I am happy with the service

Phuket to Bangkok, Bus Express, Transport Co (บริษัท ขนส่ง จำกัด), Jan 18, 2026

Dulshan B

Really good service and highly recommended !

Phuket to Bangkok, Bus VIP 33, Sombat Tour (สมบัติ ทัวร์), Dec 30, 2025

Olivier K

Cleane bus and friendly people. Mabye a little more in English but all good. Will book it again.

Phuket to Bangkok, Bus VIP 33, Sombat Tour (สมบัติ ทัวร์), Dec 1, 2025

Lily N

The seats weren’t bad and it was nice and cool and the driver was great and driving at a consistent speed. I’m honestly mostly really angry that one of the workers who took my bag, ripped it because they held it in the wrong place. I had a gift in the top (which were really nice and expensive biscuits) and when I looked they were all gone!! There must’ve been some rats or something where the bags were kept. The food where we stopped off at 10pm was rubbish and as an English person I had no idea how much time we had there or what food we could have!

Phuket to Bangkok, Bus Express, Transport Co (บริษัท ขนส่ง จำกัด), Nov 25, 2025

Naoufal Z

They must add a free wifi service to be better

Phuket to Bangkok, Bus VIP 24, Lignite (ลิกไนท์ทัวร์), Nov 23, 2025

Elena T

The bus was freezing due to the air conditioning. I asked twice to turn it down but nothing. Result: we both had a bad cold for the all holiday.

Phuket to Bangkok, Bus VIP 33, Sombat Tour (สมบัติ ทัวร์), Oct 31, 2025

Steve K

My trip origination location was Phuket . The website did not disclose that I had to go Surathani first so I assumed direct bus ride to Bangkok. The ride to Surathani was awful the bus airconditioning was malfunctioning the driver made several stops to repair shops to remedy . That makes me think the first bus had deferred maintenance issues to make time he drove like a maniac the route was flat was windy these high profile vehicles have high gravity tipping points so it was a uncomfortable ride.

Phuket to Bangkok, Bus Bus, Oniam Transport (หจก. อ่อนเอี่ยม ทรานสปอร์ต), Oct 28, 2025

Tyler B

It definitely exceeded my expectations. I was nervous after reading other people’s reviews. I’m actually glad that I got to see for myself. I’m a solo traveler from the US. I paid for the VIP service which included the meal. I did not eat the food and if you’re not hungry or prefer not to eat the food, you can get a free drink. The bus was very clean. They provide a nice blanket, a handful of snacks and two drinks, which I did not expect, but I was very grateful. There is a toilet on the bus. There was about five passengers total. It was a very quiet yet bumpy bus ride. The charging port did work for me. The seats go back further than I expected my leg rest was the only thing that didn’t really go up as far as I thought it would, but that was fine. I was overall still comfortable. We had to stop a total of three times the two times were so the driver could drop off a paper at a pointing stop. It only took less than five minutes then we were back on the road at 2 AM is when we stopped for the meal in just to stretch out our legs if we wanted then by 2:30 we was back on the road. I will say for a more comfortable ride bring a neck pillow. I put my blanket over my head and slept like a baby. It does get very cold so I do recommend you wear a jacket or a sweater but other than that I definitely recommend this bus company I cannot speak for the other companies, but this was my first time and hopefully not my last.

Phuket to Bangkok, Bus VIP 33, Sombat Tour (สมบัติ ทัวร์), Oct 2, 2025

Mikhail B

Overall good experience, A/C was working well. A blanket was provided. Departure was punctual. The seats were folding, but stiff. On the second floor, it rattled during the ride.

Phuket to Bangkok, Bus Intercity, Lignite (ลิกไนท์ทัวร์), Sep 29, 2025

Maurice J

Very good service! There was even a surprise snack! Thank you

Phuket to Bangkok, Bus Intercity, Lignite (ลิกไนท์ทัวร์), Sep 17, 2025

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Phuket to Bangkok Bus Schedule

Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Lignite	Intercity	06:30	19:30	$23.03	4.3
Transport Co	Express	07:30	04:09	$23.03	4.1
Nara Travel	Bus + Ferry	08:00	16:30	$30.61
465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport	Bus + Bus	11:00	05:00	$29.64	5.0
Siamese Trans	Taxi + Standard Bus + Taxi	12:00	04:00	$29.48
Siamese Trans	Taxi + Standard Bus + Taxi	12:20	04:00	$29.48
Jarinthon Tour	Standard	12:40	05:40	$16.98
Nara Travel	Van + Local Bus	13:00	05:30	$28.67	5.0
Siamese Trans	Taxi + Standard Bus + Taxi	13:25	04:15	$31.09
Siamese Trans	Taxi + Standard Bus + Taxi	13:45	04:15	$31.09
Lignite	Intercity	15:30	04:30	$23.03	4.3
Sombat Tour	Express 44	16:10	04:55	$26.87	4.3
Lignite	Intercity	16:30	05:30	$23.03	4.3
Lignite	VIP 24	17:00	05:30	$35.82	4.4
Phuket Travel	VIP 24	17:40	05:30	$35.82	5.0
Transport Co	Express	18:00	14:39	$23.03	4.1
Sombat Tour	VIP 33	18:30	07:15	$35.82	4.3
Lignite	Intercity	19:00	07:00	$23.03	4.3
Lignite	Intercity	19:20	08:20	$23.03	4.3

How to get from Phuket to Bangkok by bus

Bus travel remains one of the most affordable and convenient ways to travel between many destinations. Getting from Phuket to Bangkok by bus may not be the fastest way of travel, yet many travellers prefer to rely on the bus on this route; with easy online booking and tickets of different classes for all tastes and budgets available, the bus from Phuket to Bangkok a conscious and budget-friendly option.

Check the timetable before you book your ticket and read other travellers’ reviews to choose the trip that suits you best. Note that there may be several bus terminals at your departure or arrival point – always double-check where you are leaving from and arriving to. It may prove crucial if you have connecting trips.

Here is the list of operators serving the route: .

How long does it take to get from Phuket to Bangkok by bus?

Buses normally need between 11h 50m and 20h 40m hours to get to Bangkok from Phuket. Note that the travel time is for your reference only and can depend on different factors such as traffic and weather conditions. Heavy rainfalls almost inevitably make the trip longer due to poor visibility or floods. Road and surface repairs which happen quite often, result in detours and longer travel times. Major national holidays, long weekends, or peak season periods may cause delays both in departures and arrivals – plan accordingly to avoid disappointment, especially if you have further connections and a tight schedule.

On this route, Phuket Travel (ภูเก็ตท่องเที่ยว) offers the fastest service. Raja Ferry (ราชา เฟอร์รี่) buses usually take the longest time to complete the journey.

Remember, though, that tickets offering the shortest travel time are normally the most expensive ones. Yet it pays to spend a bit more to ensure your bus goes direct without additional stops and uses highways instead of local roads.

How much does it cost to get from Phuket to Bangkok by bus?

The price of your bus ticket will depend not only on the distance you need to cover but on the class of your coach. E.g. expect to shell out more for VIP or sleeper buses while ordinary buses though being the cheapest option, often are a compromise on comfort and travel time. Of course, they do their job, too, and can be the only option if you hop on/off in the middle of the route.

Anyway, travelling by bus between Phuket and Bangkok remains an affordable option. The cheapest ticket is offered by Transport Co (บริษัท ขนส่ง จำกัด) and costs USD 25.26. A Lignite (ลิกไนท์ทัวร์)'s ticket will set you back USD 25.26 on average.

Travelling by bus essentials

If you are planning to travel during the high season, weekends, or national holidays, booking your bus tickets in advance is highly recommended. The demand is at its highest, yet very often, the number of coaches serving the route remains the same. The earlier you reserve your seat, the better. On some routes, you need to secure your ticket more than a month in advance; on others, a couple-of-days advanced booking is enough. During such periods, try to book online beforehand whenever possible, as showing up at the bus station without a ticket may result in many-hours of waiting in the queue or leave you downright stranded.
VIP, 1st, Gold, and similar bus tickets are the most expensive option, but they provide a higher level of comfort. Normally the price of such tickets will include wide soft reclining seats, blankets, water and snacks or lunch, and sometimes some toiletries. Upper-class buses travel faster, make fewer stops during the route, and normally provide more spacious seating to their passengers and a better travel experience.
Not all buses have an on-board toilet, but generally, for all trips longer than three hours, all operators schedule a bathroom and/or a lunch stop. While operators definitely do their best to keep on-board toilets clean, the smell may be an issue sometimes. For longer trips, booking a seat a bit farther from the toilet may be a good idea. Also, using bathroom stops for your toilet needs is always better than trying to find your balance in an on-board toilet on the run.
If you travel by an air-con bus, make sure to pack layers. A hoodie, a warm scarf, or a beanie hat may prove a good idea. Air-conditioning on buses tends to be excessive, and running nose and sore throats abound after even not the longest bus rides.
Always use the security belts even if your bus ride attendant or driver does not insist on it. Your safety comes first – for you, for sure. All buses normally are equipped with security belts, but they may be fixed behind your seat. Take time to find the belt and fix it appropriately.
To avoid being disturbed by overhead lights, switched on during stops even at night, and too loud music or sound from the on-board entertainment system, have earplugs and a sleeping mask at hand.
As a courtesy to other passengers, avoid using strong perfumes or smelly foods. Some foods like cheeses or durians are forbidden to take on-board – check in advance. Alcohol is also prohibited on the majority of buses.
Note that if the bus requires refuelling en-route, passengers will be asked to get off the bus. Operators are not allowed to refuel with passengers on board due to safety reasons. Usually, it takes from 5 to 10 minutes and is often combined with a toilet/lunch stop.
If not stated otherwise in your tickets, arrive at the bus station 20-30 minutes before departure. It will give you enough time to find the departure platform and check-in. For international trips, you may need more time for check-in and border formalities.

Transportation from Phuket to Bangkok

Facts about the bus from Phuket to Bangkok

Cheapest Bus	$26
Fastest Bus	11h 50m
Earliest Bus	7:30 AM
Latest Bus	7:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes	22
Distance	1205 kilometers
Bus Companies	465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport, Lignite, Nara Travel, Phuket Travel, Raja Ferry, Sombat Tour, Transport Co

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