Transport
Phuket
Andaman Thai Travel
Offers a variety of transfer and shuttle services to and from popular destinations in the Krabi region, including Krabi Airport, Koh Lanta, Ao Nang, Phuket, Patong, Khao Lak, and Donsak.
Songthaews
These are pickup trucks with benches in the back that operate like shared taxis. They run fixed routes and are a cheap way to travel short distances within the province or between nearby towns.
Rental Cars/Motorbikes
Renting a car or motorbike gives you the freedom to explore Thailand at your own pace. There are several rental shops in the provinces where you can rent vehicles for daily or longer-term use.
Motorbike Taxis
For short distances within the town, motorbike taxis are a common and convenient option.
Renting a Motorbike in Phuket
How and Where to Rent a Bike in Phuket
Phuket Airport Bus
The Phuket Airport Bus schedule is fixed and known to be very reliable. There are 2 types of vehicle: buses and vans that have an orange 'Airport Bus' logo on them.
Phuket Bus Terminal 2
Phuket’s Bus Terminal 2 on Thepkasattri Road handles all passengers coming to and leaving the island.
From Bangkok to Phuket by Bus
There are both day and overnight buses from Bangkok to Phuket–all of them offering AC, on-board snacks and drinks, and free movies.
From Bangkok to Phuket by Train
Trains don't go all the way from Bangkok to Phuket, but you can hop on one until you reach the town of Surat Thani and then switch to a bus for the rest of the journey.
The Pink Bus
The Pink Bus is also a converted truck that circulates only around Phuket town, using four different routes as indicated on the map.
The Blue Bus (Song Taew)
The oldest and best-known local bus is the Blue Bus (known as Song Taew).
Phuket Smart Bus and Local Blue Bus
The Phuket Smart Bus is a very comfortable and affordable way to go from beach to beach for a very reasonable price. It is doing pretty well on the islands, and visitors love it.
Phuket Local Bus
Phuket's local beach buses offer routes to the island's most popular beaches, including Patong, Kata, Karon and Rawai.