Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air-conditioned
Cheapest price on 12 Sept
£9
Average ticket price on 12 Sept
£10
Fastest journey on 12 Sept
4 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 12 Sept
4 h 30 m
Buses on 12 Sept
10
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 £9.
On Sat 12 Sept, we found 10 buses from Surat Thani to Phuket, including 10 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 173 km distance in an average of 4 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 30 m 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.










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 an average ticket price of £8 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 5h 31m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, while a flight costs an average of £106.
Distance: 173 km
Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£8 Average Price Cheapest | £106 Average Price | £22 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 31m Average total duration Fastest 5h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 20m Average total duration 7h 20m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Surat Thani to Phuket:
A coach is £98 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Surat Thani to Phuket costing on average £106.
Other travel options to Phuket take longer:
Flight takes on average 7h 20m.
Tickets start at around £8 compared to roughly £22 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £15. The journey takes 5h 1m versus 3h 47m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Phantip Travel, Infobus, Phantip Travel, 465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Surat Thani to Phuket coaches for today, Friday 11 September. 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 | |
![]() | 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 | |
![]() | 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 | |
| Saturday 12 September | |||||
![]() | 7:00 Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2 | 5h00 | 12:00 Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:00 Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2 | 4h30 | 13:30 Phuket, Old Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:00 Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2 | 4h30 | 14:30 Phuket, Old Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Surat Thani to Phuket run on average 13 times per day, taking around 5h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 13 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 1m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 4h 30m |
First bus 5:20 |
Last bus 17:00 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
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A well-curated museum on Thalang Road showing Phuket’s tin mining past, Chinese and Malay influences, and the growth of the old town.
A small museum inside a restored Sino-Portuguese house presenting Peranakan culture, costume, family life, and Phuket’s multicultural history.
A museum in a former bank building with exhibits on local trade, old streetscapes, and daily life in Phuket Town across different periods.
The historic core of Phuket Town is known for Sino-Portuguese buildings, street art, local shops, and walkable lanes with strong character.
A cape-side viewpoint in the south of Phuket with sea panoramas, breezy paths, and a classic stop for sunset and coastal scenery.
A popular old-town street lined with restored shophouses, murals, and weekend market activity, ideal for a slow walk and photographs.
A Hokkien-style noodle stir-fry with seafood or pork. A Phuket old-town staple reflecting the island’s Chinese heritage and local ingredients.
Thin rice noodles in a spicy fish curry with coconut milk, herbs and vegetables. A beloved southern Thai breakfast and market dish.
A rich braised pork belly stew with soy, garlic and pepper, served with rice. A classic Phuket Peranakan family dish.
Well-known venue for refined Phuket and southern Thai cooking in a restored house with a warm, traditional atmosphere.
Elegant fine-dining restaurant in a villa setting, serving creative Thai tasting menus with polished service and garden surroundings.
Popular southern Thai restaurant in Phuket Town serving crab curry, stir-fries and local specialities in a lively, no-frills space.
Moderate for Thailand: rooms, local meals and transport are good value, but beach areas, taxis and Western dining cost more than in many Thai cities.
Tipping is not compulsory. Round up in cafés and taxis, and leave about 5-10% in restaurants if no service charge is added.
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Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2 -> Phuket Old Town
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.

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.
Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2 has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
ATMs are several ATMs from Thai banks.
Ticket office support is available at Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2.
Available at Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2: Basic wheelchair access.
Surat Thani (สุราษฎร์ธานี) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several local eateries nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Surat Thani (สุราษฎร์ธานี). ATMs are available at Surat Thani (สุราษฎร์ธานี).
Ticket office support is available at Surat Thani (สุราษฎร์ธานี).
Available at Surat Thani (สุราษฎร์ธานี): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Surat Thani (สุราษฎร์ธานี): Accessible paths for wheelchairs.
Phuket, Old Bus Terminal has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
ATMs are several ATMs from Thai banks.
Ticket office support is available at Phuket, Old Bus Terminal.
Available at Phuket, Old Bus Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Phuket, Old Bus Terminal: Basic ramps.
Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2 is 3 km from Phuket city centre. Public transport options include:
Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court and small shops selling local food and snacks
Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal. ATMs are aTM machines from major Thai banks.
Ticket office support is available at Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2.
Available at Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2: Wheelchair accessible.
Bypass Road (Phuket) is 1 km from Phuket city centre. Public transport options include:
Bypass Road (Phuket) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food stalls and small restaurants nearby
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are aTM machines on site.
Ticket office support is available at Bypass Road (Phuket).
Available at Bypass Road (Phuket): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bypass Road (Phuket): Wheelchair accessible.
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