Krabi is a coastal city on the mainland that is close to Phuket. Even though Phuket is an island, the Sarasin Bridge, which is situated near the island’s northernmost tip, makes it feasible to travel from Phuket to Krabi (and vice versa) over land. In addition to this, there are various ways to get to Krabi, which we will go over in the following sections so that you may select the mode of transportation that is most suitable for you and your itinerary.
How to go from Phuket to Krabi?
Krabi Town is one of the most iconic towns in Thailand, and a trip there is highly recommended if you find yourself in the vicinity. Due to the existence of the Sarasin Bridge, despite the fact that Phuket is an island, it is possible to travel from Phuket to Krabi over land using a vehicle such as a car, bus, minibus, or taxi. This was previously discussed. The journey across the skinny channel that divides the island from the mainland in Phang Nga is over in a flash, thanks to the port’s convenient location. Boat and ferry travel are two more modes of conveyance.
Transport to go from Phuket to Krabi:
- Rental car – You can hire one of the car rental services to pick up the car in Phuket and drop it off in Krabi.
- Taxi – Taxis are a good option if you don’t want to drive, but they can be pricey.
- Minibus – This option is slower but also cheaper.
- Bus – Even less expensive than the minibus, but slower and less flexible.
- Ferry – This is a great and quick way to enjoy the water and see some islands along the way.
- Speed Boat – This is the fastest way to get from Phuket to Krabi.
How to go to Krabi by car
It’s a good choice if you want to be free to leave when you want and stop along the way to take in the sights. Most of the time, the path is good and easy to follow. You can feel safer when you use a GPS. You need to take highways 402 and 4.
- Distance: Between 150 to 180 kilometers.
- Duration: 2 hours and 40 minutes approximately.
- Price: It will depend on the company you rent from and the type of car you choose.
- Starting area: Not determined.
How to go to Krabi by taxi
As a private option, you can also stop wherever you want along the way, and you don’t have to worry about driving.
- Distance: Between 150 to 180 kilometers.
- Duration: 2 hours and 40 minutes approximately.
- Price: 2500 – 3800 baht.
- Starting area: Not determined.
How to go to Krabi by minibus
If you choose this option, be ready to spend up to an hour going from hotel to hotel to pick up other people before starting the actual trip to Krabi. Even though the first part of the trip is usually slow, minibuses and buses usually get much faster as the trip goes on. They will drop you off at a bus terminal or travel agency, where you will have to take a taxi to your hotel. There are several services every day, and you don’t have to make a reservation ahead of time.
- Distance: Between 150 to 180 kilometers.
- Duration: 3 – 4 hours.
- Price: Around 450 baht.
- Starting area: Not determined.
How to go to Krabi by bus
It is a quieter option because the bus goes much slower on the highway than on the minibus. From morning to night, there are services every two hours. Keep in mind that the buses only go between the municipal stations in Phuket Town and Krabi Town, so you’ll need to figure out how much a taxi will cost to get you to your hotel.
- Distance: Between 150 to 180 kilometers.
- Duration: 3 – 4 hours.
- Price: Around 200 baht one way.
- Departure area: Phuket Town Bus Terminal.
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