The cheapest and fastest coaches from Surat Thani to Phuket
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 Surat Thani to Phuket is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Surat Thani to Phuket 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 Surat Thani for Phuket 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.
7:005h00Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 212:00Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2£101One-way0 changes
7:005h00Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 212:00Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2£101One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, flight and ferry for Surat Thani to Phuket
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Surat Thani to Phuket 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 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a flight costs an average of £56.
Distance: 173 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Ferry |
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£9 Average Price Cheapest | £113 Average Price | £57 Average Price |
5h 30m Average total duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 47m Average total duration 6h 47m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 3h 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Surat Thani to Phuket bus times
The table below shows live departures for Surat Thani to Phuket 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:00 Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2 | 4h30 | 15:30 Phuket, Old Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:40 Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2 | 6h00 | 17:40 Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:40 Wat Pradu, Surat Thani Bus Terminal | 6h00 | 17:40 Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:00 Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2 | 4h30 | 16:30 Phuket, Old Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:00 Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2 | 4h30 | 17:30 Phuket, Old Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:00 Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2 | 4h30 | 18:30 Phuket, Old Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:00 Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2 | 6h00 | 20:00 Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:00 Wat Pradu, Surat Thani Bus Terminal | 6h00 | 20:00 Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:00 Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2 | 4h30 | 19:30 Phuket, Old Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:00 Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2 | 4h30 | 20:30 Phuket, Old Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:00 Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2 | 4h30 | 21:30 Phuket, Old Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 26 July | |||||
![]() | 7:00 Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2 | 5h00 | 12:00 Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Surat Thani to Phuket
Buses from Surat Thani to Phuket run on average 12 times per day, taking around 5h 0m. 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 17:00. The fastest coach covers the 173 km distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 173 km |
Average bus duration 5h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 12 |
Direct buses 12 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 5:20 |
Last bus 17:00 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Bus providers: Phantip Travel, Infobus, Phuket Bus 465, 465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport from Surat Thani to PhuketYou can travel by bus between Surat Thani to Phuket with Phantip Travel, Infobus, Phuket Bus 465, 465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport for as low as £7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Infobus
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Phuket Bus 465
465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport
FAQs: Surat Thani to Phuket coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Surat Thani to Phuket 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 Phuket, 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 Surat Thani and Phuket
Most Surat Thani to Phuket buses use the Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2 to Phuket, Old Bus Terminal station pair, with some services arriving at Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2. Use this guide to compare Surat Thani and Phuket bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Surat Thani station do buses to Phuket leave from?
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.
Which Phuket station do buses from Surat Thani arrive at?
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.
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