The cheapest and fastest coaches from Phuket to Surat Thani
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
5 h
Buses per day
1
Distance
173 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Phuket to Surat Thani is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Phuket to Surat Thani will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
Of the 1 buses that leave Phuket for Surat Thani every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 173 km distance in an average of 5 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h .
The slowest buses will take 5 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
13:305h00Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 218:30Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2£101One-way0 changes
13:305h00Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 218:30Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2£101One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, flight and ferry for Phuket to Surat Thani
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Phuket to Surat Thani among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 3h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a flight costs an average of £55.
Distance: 173 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Ferry |
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£9 Average Price Cheapest | £114 Average Price | £39 Average Price |
5h 25m Average total duration 4h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 6m Average total duration 7h 6m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 3h 1m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Phuket to Surat Thani bus times
The table below shows live departures for Phuket to Surat Thani coaches for today, Saturday 25 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 13:30 Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2 | 5h00 | 18:30 Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Phuket to Surat Thani
Buses from Phuket to Surat Thani run on average 12 times per day, taking around 4h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 12 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:20, the last at 17:30. The fastest coach covers the 173 km distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 173 km |
Average bus duration 4h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 5:20 |
Last bus 17:30 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Bus providers: Phantip Travel, Infobus, Phuket Bus 465 from Phuket to Surat ThaniYou can travel by bus between Phuket to Surat Thani with Phantip Travel, Infobus, Phuket Bus 465 for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Infobus
Phantip Travel
Phuket Bus 465
FAQs: Phuket to Surat Thani coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Phuket to Surat Thani by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Surat Thani, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Phuket and Surat Thani
Most Phuket to Surat Thani buses use the Phuket, Old Bus Terminal to Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2 station pair. Use this guide to compare Phuket and Surat Thani bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Phuket station do buses to Surat Thani leave from?
Getting to Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2 from Phuket city centre
Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2 is 3 km from Phuket city centre. Public transport options include:
Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2 bus station facilities and services
Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food court and small shops selling local food and snacks
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal. ATMs are aTM machines from major Thai banks.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2: Wheelchair accessible.
Getting to Phuket, Old Bus Terminal from Phuket city centre
Phuket, Old Bus Terminal bus station facilities and services
Phuket, Old Bus Terminal has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are several ATMs from Thai banks.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Phuket, Old Bus Terminal.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Phuket, Old Bus Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Phuket, Old Bus Terminal: Basic ramps.
Getting to Bypass Road (Phuket) from Phuket city centre
Bypass Road (Phuket) is 1 km from Phuket city centre. Public transport options include:
Bypass Road (Phuket) bus station facilities and services
Bypass Road (Phuket) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food stalls and small restaurants nearby
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are aTM machines on site.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Bypass Road (Phuket).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Bypass Road (Phuket): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Bypass Road (Phuket): Wheelchair accessible.
Which Surat Thani station do buses from Phuket arrive at?
Getting to Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2 from Surat Thani city centre
Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2 bus station facilities and services
Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2 has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are several ATMs from Thai banks.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2: Basic wheelchair access.
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