From Phuket to Railay - Book Transport Tickets from THB 615

Phuket to Railay Destination Reviews

Akram

But on the way back we were not satisfied because it stopped for half an hour at the next station and we were not feeling well from the heat. We are two people, aged 67 and 71, and this heat was not suitable for us, but they were waiting for an extra passenger and took 11 passengers on board. It was supposed to leave at 3 o'clock, but it left 7 minutes early and was in Phuket at 4:10, but it was in Phuket at 4:30. That means we were in that bad heat for half an hour and when we arrived we were not feeling well and we were overheated.

Phuket to Railay, Ferry Speedboat, Bundhaya Speed Boat (Bundhaya Speed Boat), Apr 21, 2026

Adam Y

Phuket (Rassada) to Krabi (Railay Beach - East) ferry: Air conditioned ferry (comfortable and quiet) and staff clearly pointed me in the right direction. Beware there is a connection from the larger ferry to a small long tail boat for the final stretch of the journey. Staff help with luggage. Lots of places to grabs snacks, food/drinks at the ferry terminal. Small shop and toilet onboard. Note - voucher is not your ticket. You have to check in with the ferry operator and collect tickets at the terminal. Well signposted.

Phuket to Railay, Ferry Aonang Princess Ferry, Ao Nang Travel And Tour (บริษัท อ่าวนาง แทรเวล แอนด์ ทัวร์ จำกัด), Apr 19, 2026

Irina A

Everything was great just really hot 😉

Phuket to Railay, Ferry Speedboat, Andaman Wave Master (อันดามัน เวฟ มาสเตอร์), Apr 17, 2026

Shirley

Ferry did not take us direct to Railay East. Chaos at transfer onto longboat & having to carry heavy luggage was really bad.

Phuket to Railay, Ferry Aonang Princess Ferry, Ao Nang Travel And Tour (บริษัท อ่าวนาง แทรเวล แอนด์ ทัวร์ จำกัด), Apr 16, 2026

Anthony

Very old boat ...collapsing seats...

Phuket to Railay, Ferry Aonang Princess Ferry, Ao Nang Travel And Tour (บริษัท อ่าวนาง แทรเวล แอนด์ ทัวร์ จำกัด), Apr 13, 2026

Pablo C

Very fast boat, but extremely hot and without air conditioning. The drivers had a box with cold water; we asked for one because the heat was unbearable, but they refused and laughed at us while drinking it themselves. On similar boats, you’re usually offered cold water upon boarding.

Phuket to Railay, Ferry Speedboat, Bundhaya Speed Boat (Bundhaya Speed Boat), Apr 11, 2026

Federico J

unpleasant staff. The ferry was in very poor condition. We departed more than half an hour late. No one informed us whether we would stop first at Ao Nang or Railay. It turned out that (without any prior notice) we had to transfer to a longtail boat. They tried to drop us off on Railay West, even though our booking was for the East Pier, specifically because it has a floating dock. We told the boat staff that our ticket was for the East Pier, and at first they didn’t want to take us there—until we realized that everyone on the boat wanted to go to the same place, and they had no choice but to take us We were supposed to arrive at 3:15 PM and ended up arriving at 5:00 PM. Overall: very poor communication, poorly maintained boats, and inattentive staff. I would have preferred a speedboat from any other provider.

Phuket to Railay, Ferry Aonang Princess Ferry, Ao Nang Travel And Tour (บริษัท อ่าวนาง แทรเวล แอนด์ ทัวร์ จำกัด), Mar 30, 2026

Steve C

Not enough life jackets put out / across all seats and life ring was tied to the back of a chair in such a way that you would not be able to remove it easily in an emergency. Journey itself very good and on time but safety could be improved.

Phuket to Railay, Van Van + Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile (Koh Yao Sun Smile), Mar 25, 2026

Karl M

Fantastic, punctual service.

Phuket to Railay, Van Van + Speedboat, Bundhaya Speed Boat (Bundhaya Speed Boat), Mar 15, 2026

Daniel

Great service an on time

Phuket to Railay, Ferry Speedboat, Andaman Wave Master (อันดามัน เวฟ มาสเตอร์), Mar 13, 2026

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Phuket to Railay Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Van	Bundhaya Speed Boat	Van + Speedboat	06:30	10:30	$20.78
Van	Bundhaya Speed Boat	Van + Speedboat	06:50	10:30	$20.78	5.0
Ferry	Seatran Phuket	Van + Ferry	07:15	10:30	$40.08
Van	Bundhaya Speed Boat	Van + Speedboat	07:35	10:30	$20.78
Ferry	Tigerline Travel	Speedboat	08:00	11:15	$53.96
Van	Bundhaya Speed Boat	Van + Speedboat	08:20	10:30	$20.78	3.5
Ferry	Andaman Wave Master	Speedboat	08:45	09:45	$27.75	4.8
Van	Call Me Taxi	Van + Ferry	09:15	13:00	$35.46
Bus	Siamese Trans	Bus + Van + Longtail boat	09:45	13:55	$20.04
Ferry	Koh Yao Sun Smile	Speedboat	11:00	14:00	$26.21	4.5
Van	Bundhaya Speed Boat	Van + Speedboat	11:20	15:00	$20.78	5.0
Bus	Siamese Trans	Bus + Van + Longtail boat	11:45	15:55	$18.50
Van	Bundhaya Speed Boat	Van + Speedboat	12:05	15:00	$20.78
Ferry	Phi Phi Cruiser	Ferry	12:30	17:30	$40.08
Van	Bundhaya Speed Boat	Van + Speedboat	12:50	15:00	$20.78	3.5
Ferry	Bundhaya Speed Boat	Speedboat	13:30	15:00	$20.78	5.0
Van	Call Me Taxi	Van + Van	14:30	19:30	$27.75
Ferry	Green Planet	Speedboat	15:00	16:50	$21.58	4.3

How to get from Phuket to Railay

Travelling between Phuket and Railay is possible by Flight, bus, ferry, van and taxi. Ferry guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Flight is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 409.52 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a van which will set you back mere USD 18.96.

How long does it take to get from Phuket to Railay?

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 27 hours to travel between Phuket and Railay depending on the means of transport you choose.

Ferry is the fastest way to travel between Phuket and Railay. Ferry will bring you to your destination in 1h 20m. Flight does a much slower job and take about 1d 2h 50m to reach Railay.

How much does it cost to get from Phuket to Railay?

Travelling between Phuket and Railay can be as cheap as USD 18.96 if you opt for a Call Me Taxi (คอลมีแท๊กซี่) van and as expensive as USD 409.52 if you buy a BangkokTaxi24 taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Phuket and Railay ?

85 by Ferry+Van from Phuket to Railay starting from 06:40 Karon Beach Hotel Transfer until 15:00 Bang Rong Pier
37 by flight from Phuket to Railay starting from 07:40 Phuket Airport until 22:05 Phuket Airport
29 from Phuket to Railay starting from 07:00 Patong Hotel Transfer until 16:00 Phuket Airport
11 from Phuket to Railay starting from 09:30 Bang Rong Pier until 15:00 Bang Rong Pier
235 from Phuket to Railay starting from 00:00 Phuket Airport until 00:00 Phuket Airport

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Phuket to Railay.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Phuket to Railay overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Phuket and Railay

Minibus 1996, Nakhonborrikarn (นครบริการขนส่ง), Nopjira Trans, Phuket Bus and Van Travel

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Phuket and Railay

AEC 168 Transport and Travel (เออีซี 168 ทรานสปอร์ต แอนด์ ทราเวล), Anda Krabi Sea Tour, Andaman Taxis, At Lanta Vacation (แอท ลันตา เวเคชั่น), BangkokTaxi24, Call Me Taxi Thailand (คอลมีแท๊กซี่), Glassflower, Gosafe Transport (โกเซฟ ทรานสปอร์ต), Happy EV Taxi, Intui Travel Transfer, Kanokwan Travel (บริษัท กนกวรรณ ทราเวล จำกัด), Khamkhun Tour And Travel (ค้ำคูณ ทัวร์ แอนด์ ทราเวล), King Travel (บริษัท คิงบิซิเนส จำกัด), Krabi Limousine, KrabiShuttle (บริษัท อันดามัน เว็บ โฮลดิ้งส์ จำกัด), NNS Luxury Limousine, Paradise Sea Travel and Tour (Paradies Sea Travel and Tour), Phuket Transfer Travel Andaman (ภูเก็ตทรานสเฟอร์ทราเวลอันดามัน), Ramon Transport Private (รมณ ทรานสปอร์ต), Thailand Travel Taxi (ไทยแลนด์ ทราเวล แท็กซี่), Than Car Service (ธาน คาร์ เซอร์วิส), Torch (ทอช)

Ferry

Ferry may be a tiring experience especially if you are prone to seasickness and often is not the cheapest option available but it almost always makes for a very picturesque journey.

Things to remember: Ferry rides may be cancelled due to rough seas.

Companies operating ferry routes between Phuket and Railay

Green Planet, Green Planet Transport, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Phuket Orchid Tour (บริษัท ภูเก็ต ออคิด ทัวร์), Supaporn Speedboat

Van

Vans are a great alternative - or, in many cases - your only option - if you need to travel overland within one and the same province or neighbouring provinces or states. Vans ply the roads between Phuket and Railay, too.

Things to remember: When travelling by van with huge luggage buying a separate seat for your suitcase or backpack is a good idea. Do not expect there is a roomy luggage compartment in a van - there is actually none and your fellow passengers are unlikely to appreciate your luggage stuck under their feet, alas.

Companies operating vans between Phuket and Railay

Andaman Shuttle, Ao Nang Travel And Tour, Call Me Taxi (คอลมีแท๊กซี่), Siamese Trans, TransBaanTon

What is the most popular transport to get from Phuket to Railay?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Ferry+Van remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

52% chosen Ferry+Van
19% travelled aboard a ferry
15% took a van
7% bought a taxi ride
1% Other

Transportation from Phuket to Railay

Facts about the transport from Phuket to Railay

Cheapest Transport	$11
Fastest Transport	1h 20m
Earliest Departure	6:30 午前
Latest Departure	10:05 午後
Departures per day	397
Distance	67 kilometers
Transport Companies	AEC 168 Transport and Travel, Anda Krabi Sea Tour, Andaman Shuttle, Andaman Taxis, Ao Nang Travel And Tour, At Lanta Vacation, Bangkok Airways, BangkokTaxi24, Bundhaya Speed Boat, Call Me Taxi, Call Me Taxi Thailand, Chureang Travel, Glassflower, Gosafe Transport, Green Planet, Green Planet Transport, Happy EV Taxi, Jijie Tour and Travel, K and P Travel and Tour, Kanokwan Travel, Khamkhun Tour And Travel, King Travel, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Krabi Limousine, KrabiShuttle, Minibus 1996, Nakhonborrikarn, NNS Luxury Limousine, Nopjira Trans, Paradise Sea Travel and Tour, Phi Phi Cruiser, Phuket Bus and Van Travel, Phuket Orchid Tour, Phuket Transfer Travel Andaman, Ramon Transport Private, Seatran Phuket, Siamese Trans, Supaporn Speedboat, Thai AirAsia, Thai AirAsia, Thai AirAsia, Thai Airways, Thai Lion Air, Thailand Travel Taxi, Than Car Service, Tigerline Travel, Torch, TransBaanTon

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