Vans from Phuket to Koh Lanta

Vans from Phuket to Koh Lanta

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Koh Lanta
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Phuket to Koh Lanta Destination Reviews

LK
Pickup from hotel and dropped off at hotel stress-free!!
Phuket to Koh Lanta, Van Van + Ferry, Phi Phi Cruiser (Phi Phi Cruiser ), Dec 3, 2025
A
The driver was excellent, informative and helpful- everything went smoothly Bus terminal was organised and great
Phuket to Koh Lanta, Van Shared Minibus, Good Luck Lanta Tour (Good Luck Lanta Tour), Nov 28, 2025
NS
Hotel pickup worked great, Ferries were pretty much on time even tough wheather was really bad. Would recommend ferry over speedboat on bad wheather days anytime!
Phuket to Koh Lanta, Van Van + Ferry, Phi Phi Cruiser (Phi Phi Cruiser ), Nov 25, 2025
AS
It was a good trip,felt like we were doing to reach the destination confidently. The approximate hour is well estimated,even though the first van was a bit late. I would definitely take this ferry again!
Phuket to Koh Lanta, Van Van + Ferry, Phi Phi Cruiser (Phi Phi Cruiser ), Nov 22, 2025
AA
Kong was a very nice driver highly recommend
Phuket to Koh Lanta, Van Regional 13pax, Good Luck Lanta Tour (Good Luck Lanta Tour), May 19, 2025
LF
The bus was on time but we still left late because he had to stack all his carrier packages, there were so many that we couldn't get up from our seats. Too bad I can't post photos or videos. We had to walk on people and climb for the bathroom break. But before that, the person in charge of the packages and boxes and bags of rice was angry with us and attacked us because he was overwhelmed by all these packages. I've never seen that. The second driver was luckily more friendly.
Phuket to Koh Lanta, Van Regional 13pax, Good Luck Lanta Tour (Good Luck Lanta Tour), May 15, 2025
NT
A few stops at the start of the trip to pick up people and packages. But after that it was straight there with only 1 stop for bathroom.
Phuket to Koh Lanta, Van Regional 13pax, Good Luck Lanta Tour (Good Luck Lanta Tour), Apr 26, 2025
NL
No rest stops along the way.
Phuket to Koh Lanta, Van Regional 13pax, Good Luck Lanta Tour (Good Luck Lanta Tour), Feb 27, 2025
NL
Van was very cramped and we made lots of extra stops to pick up or drop things off to different people. We arrived at the location approximately 1.5 hrs late - also owing to bad traffic I believe, but the additional stops certainly wouldn’t have helped. It was a very basic van with no real charging facilities (bar the driver’s USB ports which I did have to borrow to charge my portable charger). I would probably do it again if I had to but it wasn’t the most comfortable way to travel by any means
Phuket to Koh Lanta, Van Regional 13pax, Good Luck Lanta Tour (Good Luck Lanta Tour), Feb 10, 2025
CL
The van didn’t pick me up from the hotel or even the pickup place so I had to get a taxi But the boatride was totally fine
Phuket to Koh Lanta, Van Van + Ferry + Speedboat, Phi Phi Cruiser (Phi Phi Cruiser ), Sep 7, 2024
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Phuket to Koh Lanta Van Schedule

OperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Call Me Taxi
Van + Speedboat
06:30
11:40
$40.78
Phi Phi Cruiser
Van + Ferry
07:00
12:30
$19.39
  5.0
Phi Phi Cruiser
Van + Ferry
08:00
12:30
$19.39
Phi Phi Cruiser
Van + Ferry
08:30
12:30
$17.25
Chaokoh Travel Center
Van + Ferry
09:00
16:00
$20.39
Call Me Taxi
Van + Speedboat
09:30
13:30
$50.20
  4.5
Good Luck Lanta Tour
Regional 13pax
11:00
16:30
$14.12
  4.3
Call Me Taxi
Van + Ferry
11:30
17:00
$32.94
  4.7
Phi Phi Cruiser
Van + Ferry
12:00
17:30
$22.37
Phi Phi Cruiser
Van + Ferry
12:20
17:30
$19.39
  5.0
Phi Phi Cruiser
Van + Ferry
12:45
17:30
$19.39
Phi Phi Cruiser
Van + Ferry
13:30
17:30
$17.25

Transportation from Phuket to Koh Lanta

Facts about the van from Phuket to Koh Lanta

Cheapest Van$18
Fastest Van1h 30m
Earliest Van12:00 AM
Latest Van2:30 PM
Daily Van Routes70
Distance63 kilometers
Van CompaniesAo Nang Travel And Tour, Baan Pun Travel, Bundhaya Speed Boat, Call Me Taxi, Call Me Taxi Thailand, Good Luck Lanta Tour, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Krabi Sea Pearl, Minibus 1996, Phi Phi Cruiser, Satun Pakbara Speed Boat Club

How to get from Phuket to Koh Lanta by van

Vans are a faster alternative to buses; vans usually offer more scheduled departures than buses or other means of transport over the same route; vans may serve the routes not served by buses, trains, or flights. What other reasons do you need to opt for a van? Ah! Very often, they are much more affordable than any other means of transport. Van from Phuket to Koh Lanta departs regularly according to the schedule and is a decent option to get to your destination at a reasonable price. Now van tickets can be booked online what makes planning of your trip more convenient. Before you book your van ticket, remember to read other travellers’ reviews on your operator’s service to ensure it meets your expectations.

Currently the following operators can help you to travel from Phuket to Koh Lanta by van: .

How far is Phuket from Koh Lanta?

Phuket sits 63 km from Koh Lanta.

How long does it take to get from Phuket to Koh Lanta by van?

Vans cover the distance between Phuket and Koh Lanta in 3h 5m – 5h 30m hours. Do note that though vans usually stick to their schedule, your journey can take longer if traffic is excessive or the weather is bad. The worst periods in the sense of violation of the timetable is long weekends, national holidays, school vacations and peak season. With roads stuck with traffic do expect delays. Stormy weather with heavy rains or snowfalls can also cause your arrival time to change. Yet in general you can rely on the timing declared by the operator.

The fastest service on this route is provided by Koh Yao Sun Smile. Good Luck Lanta Tour’s vans travel slower than others.

How much does it cost to get from Phuket to Koh Lanta by van?

Opposite to, say, buses, normally vans do not offer a great variety in the sense of ticket class hence the price of the ticket is the same for all seats in a van. Note that some seats offer more comfort during the ride. E.g. in some vans the passenger seat by the driver is also available. If you are lucky enough to get it, you may have more space and definitely a better view there. Similarly, in some vans seats in the back row may be a disappointment as they do not recline due to the trunk filled with travellers’ luggage.

To hop onto a van between Phuket and Koh Lanta expect to pay from USD 17.25 to USD 45.49. The more convenient the ride, the more you pay – either for extra space or for less stops enroute. Good Luck Lanta Tour is the cheapest operator on the route while Koh Yao Sun Smile is the most expensive one.

Travelling by van essentials

  • Ensure to check carefully from where your van departs. In many cases vans are stationed not at the city main bus station but elsewhere. Individual van operators may have their own van stops located anywhere, and one and the same operator may sell tickets to their vans from different stops. If you are planning a bus-van connection, be sure you understand where to catch your van as it is easy to assume that vans leave from the same station where buses arrive. No, it is not necessarily so!
  • There are different types of vans accommodating from 9 to 15 or more passengers. While on certain routes you have no alternative, on others you can choose. The rule of thumb – fewer seats mean more leg space and more comfort. As well as more money for your ticket. But this is probably the case when it is worth investing into your seat a bit more.
  • Vans accommodating more passengers are often cramped and do not provide any additional space for your luggage. In many cases your ticket will include only one piece of luggage, often with limited weight. If you travel with huge suitcases or backpacks you may want – or even need – to buy an extra seat for your luggage. Before booking an extra seat for your luggage though do check with the operator if they allow it. If you did buy a separate seat for your luggage, and the driver during the way tries to pick up an extra passenger to put on a “vacant” seat, insist on right to use it as you paid for it.
  • There are obviously no on board toilets in vans but if your journey lasts over two or three hours there will normally be one or more bathroom stop(s) enroute. During the bathroom stop, take a note of your van number plate when you get off. It will make it easier for you to find the van among similar vehicles and in an unhappy case (hypothetically!) of van leaving without you, you can at least report it to the operator.
  • Van drivers are notorious for their driving style. Though many companies enforce strict speed limits on their vehicles they are often not observed. This is probably a major downside of van travel in some countries. Anyway, if speed limits are violated do not be shy to ask the driver to go slower. Normally there will be an information plate with the telephone numbers to call if your driver violates traffic rules – report each such case without hesitation. Also, do leave your review if not satisfied with the service to warn other travellers.
  • It is compulsory to use belts for all the van passengers. Even if your driver does not insist on it, use the belt for your own safety. Belts are sometimes fixed behind your seat – do not hesitate to release them and use as they are intended to be used.
  • Many vans do not have scheduled departures but depart when full. Sometimes waiting periods can be long, especially if you happen to come immediately after the previous van has departed or just in the end of the day when there are not so many passengers. Always make sure you understand whether your ticket is for a scheduled trip or otherwise. Normally operators who allow online booking of their tickets, provide scheduled service meaning your van will depart on time no matter how many passengers show up for the trip.