What is the best way to travel from Koh Tao to Phuket?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Phuket from Koh Tao?
You can reach Phuket with just £31 by taking a Bus from Lomprayah, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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Lomprayah009:30Koh TaoPierPhuketBus Terminal 10EconomyA Bus from Lomprayah goes from Pier, Koh Tao (Thailand) at 09/08/2026 09:30:00 to Bus Terminal 1, Phuket (Thailand) arriving at 01/01/0001 00:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 0m
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465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport16h 0m021:00Koh TaoPier13:00PhuketBus Terminal 20EconomyA Bus from 465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport goes from Pier, Koh Tao (Thailand) at 09/08/2026 21:00:00 to Bus Terminal 2, Phuket (Thailand) arriving at 10/08/2026 13:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 0m
Cheapest Buses Sunday
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Lomprayah009:30Koh TaoPierPhuketBus Terminal 10EconomyA Bus from Lomprayah goes from Pier, Koh Tao (Thailand) at 10/08/2026 09:30:00 to Bus Terminal 1, Phuket (Thailand) arriving at 01/01/0001 00:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 0m
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465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport16h 0m021:00Koh TaoPier13:00PhuketBus Terminal 20EconomyA Bus from 465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport goes from Pier, Koh Tao (Thailand) at 10/08/2026 21:00:00 to Bus Terminal 2, Phuket (Thailand) arriving at 11/08/2026 13:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 0m
Cheapest Buses Monday
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Lomprayah009:30Koh TaoPierPhuketBus Terminal 10EconomyA Bus from Lomprayah goes from Pier, Koh Tao (Thailand) at 11/08/2026 09:30:00 to Bus Terminal 1, Phuket (Thailand) arriving at 01/01/0001 00:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 0m
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
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Lomprayah009:30Koh TaoPierPhuketBus Terminal 10EconomyA Bus from Lomprayah goes from Pier, Koh Tao (Thailand) at 12/08/2026 09:30:00 to Bus Terminal 1, Phuket (Thailand) arriving at 01/01/0001 00:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 0m
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
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Lomprayah009:30Koh TaoPierPhuketBus Terminal 10EconomyA Bus from Lomprayah goes from Pier, Koh Tao (Thailand) at 14/08/2026 09:30:00 to Bus Terminal 1, Phuket (Thailand) arriving at 01/01/0001 00:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 0m
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465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport16h 0m021:00Koh TaoPier13:00PhuketBus Terminal 20EconomyA Bus from 465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport goes from Pier, Koh Tao (Thailand) at 14/08/2026 21:00:00 to Bus Terminal 2, Phuket (Thailand) arriving at 15/08/2026 13:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 0m
Cheapest Buses Friday
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Lomprayah009:30Koh TaoPierPhuketBus Terminal 10EconomyA Bus from Lomprayah goes from Pier, Koh Tao (Thailand) at 15/08/2026 09:30:00 to Bus Terminal 1, Phuket (Thailand) arriving at 01/01/0001 00:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £31 per person are available. Travel duration is 0h 0m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
What are the fastest trips from Koh Tao to Phuket?
You can get to Phuket from Koh Tao in just 16h 0m with a Bus from 465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport16h 0m021:00Koh TaoPier13:00PhuketBus Terminal 20EconomyA Bus from 465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport goes from Pier, Koh Tao (Thailand) at 09/08/2026 21:00:00 to Bus Terminal 2, Phuket (Thailand) arriving at 10/08/2026 13:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 0m
Fastest Buses Sunday
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465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport16h 0m021:00Koh TaoPier13:00PhuketBus Terminal 20EconomyA Bus from 465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport goes from Pier, Koh Tao (Thailand) at 10/08/2026 21:00:00 to Bus Terminal 2, Phuket (Thailand) arriving at 11/08/2026 13:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 0m
Fastest Buses Monday
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465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport16h 0m021:00Koh TaoPier13:00PhuketBus Terminal 20EconomyA Bus from 465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport goes from Pier, Koh Tao (Thailand) at 14/08/2026 21:00:00 to Bus Terminal 2, Phuket (Thailand) arriving at 15/08/2026 13:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £34 per person are available. Travel duration is 16h 0m
Fastest Buses Friday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Koh Tao to Phuket
What are the most popular stations in Koh Tao and Phuket?
In Koh Tao, you will usually depart from Pier, Nangyuan Resort or Oxygen Tour, while in Phuket you will be arriving at Bus Terminal 2, Bus Terminal 1 or Central Patong Coach Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Phuket from Koh Tao? With 1 connections between 2 Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Koh Tao and Phuket, you can pay as low as £31 with a Bus from Lomprayah.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from 465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport: you will get to Phuket in just 16h 0m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Koh Tao and Phuket are Lomprayah and 465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Koh Tao and Phuket is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Ko Phangan or to Ban Talat Yai, and look at flights from , and landing at Phuket Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Koh Tao to Phuket?
The most popular companies between Koh Tao and Phuket, are Lomprayah and 465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: Lomprayah and 465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport
All you need to know when you travel from Koh Tao to Phuket
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Koh Tao to Phuket. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Koh Tao to Phuket
How can I reach Phuket from Koh Tao?
Every day, there are on average 1 connections between Bus, with which you can get to Phuket from Koh Tao.
How far is Phuket from Koh Tao?
The distance between Koh Tao and Phuket is 293.3 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Koh Tao and Phuket?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 8 kgs of CO2, a train 10 kgs, a car 50 kgs, and a flight 72 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Koh Tao to Phuket?
You can get to Phuket with just £31 by taking a Bus from Lomprayah.
What is the fastest way to get from Koh Tao to Phuket?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Phuket in just 16h 0m with a Bus from 465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport.
More routes to Koh Tao and to Phuket
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Koh Tao and to Phuket. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
