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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from George Town to Phuket

Composite routes from George Town to Phuket

Cheapest
8 h 57 min
Car
634 km.
from $34
Fastest
1 h 18 min
Plane
Other
12 h 22 min
348 km.
from $39.24
12 h
348 km.
from $43.39

Transport providers

Airlines

Qatar Airways

Website:
qatarairways.com/en-au/homepage.html
Plane from Penang International Airport to Phuket
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.67–$407.73

Firefly

Website:
fireflyz.com.my/
Plane from Penang International Airport to Phuket
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$40.77–$89.19

Bus operators

Lomprayah

Phone:
+66 89 873 0008
Email:
Website:
lomprayah.com
Bus from Railay Beach to Phuket
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$24.91–$36.95

Tigerline Ferry

Phone:
+66 980 168 181
Email:
Website:
tigerlinetravel.com/index.php
Other from Kuah Ferry Terminal to Koh
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$26.76–$203.86
Other from Koh Lanta to Phuket
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$26.76–$140.16

Smart En Plus

Phone:
+66 614655695
Email:
Website:
smartenplus.co.th/
Bus from Hat Yai Airport to Phuket
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$305.58

Local Minivan Thailand

Bus from Padang Besar to Hat
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$1.53–$2.42

Local Bus Thailand

Bus from Satun to Krabi
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.38

Beh Travel & Tour Sdn

Phone:
019 - 545 3888
Email:
Website:
behtravelandtour.com/
Bus from Prangin Mall to Hat
Ave. Duration:
4h 22m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.61

Sri Trang Tour

Website:
12go.asia/en/operator/sri-trang?z=3481&sub_id=cjJyMDYsUlVYWFgyMDI1MDMwODAwMDAwMDAwMHVzb2QsZXAwMTp1OmE6azplLCxoMDoyfGhoOjJ8aG86MSwyMDI1MDMwODAwMDAsMDE5NTc1MmItYWFjMy03NTViLTk4MDctOWFjOGJlZGFlYTE1LA
Bus from Hat Yai Bus Terminal to Phuket
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.06

New Asian Travel

Phone:
+60 4-261 5558
Website:
12go.asia/en/operator/new-asian-travel?z=3481&sub_id=cjJyMDYsUlVYWFgyMDI1MDMxMDAwMDAwMDAwMHVzb2QsZXAwMTp1OmE6azplLCxoMDoyfGhoOjJ8aG86MywyMDI1MDMxMDAwMDAsMDE5NTgyNGItZTU4Yi03NThiLWE4MGUtMGY0ZmJhYWEyNTdlLA
Bus from Komtar Bus Terminal to Hat
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$18.87

Other operators

Bundhaya Speed Boat

Phone:
+66 88 616 1416
Email:
Website:
bundhayaspeedboat.com/
Other from Koh Lanta to Phuket
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$28.03–$52.24

Satun Pakbara Speedboat Club

Phone:
+66 74 783 643
Email:
Website:
spcthailand.com/index.php
Other from Koh Lanta to Phuket
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$34.40–$48.42

Long-tail boat

Other from Krabi Town Pier to Railay
Ave. Duration:
30 min
Frequency:
On demand
Estimated price:
$5.15

Penang Port

Website:
penangport.com.my/Services/Ferry-Services
Other from Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal to Sultan
Ave. Duration:
20 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$0.50

Langkawi Ferry Line

Phone:
04-966 3988
Website:
langkawiferryline.com
Other from Kuala Kedah to Kuah
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.89

Train operators

KTM Intercity

Phone:
+60 3 2267 1200
Email:
Website:
ktmb.com.my
Train from Butterworth to Alor
Ave. Duration:
1h 7m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.06–$8.28
Train from Butterworth to Bukit
Ave. Duration:
1h 38m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.59–$12.74

KTM Komuter

Phone:
+60 3 2267 1200
Email:
Website:
ktmb.com.my/Komuter.html
Train from Butterworth to Padang
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.59–$5.48

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from George Town to Phuket?

The cheapest way to get from George Town to Phuket is to bus which costs $26.16 and takes 12h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from George Town to Phuket?

The fastest way to get from George Town to Phuket is to fly which takes 5h 40m and costs $42.39 - $108.70 .

Is there a direct bus between George Town and Phuket?

No, there is no direct bus from George Town to Phuket. However, there are services departing from Komtar Bus Terminal and arriving at Phuket Bus Terminal 2 via Hat Yai Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h.

How far is it from George Town to Phuket?

The distance between George Town and Phuket is 446 km. The road distance is 635 km.

How do I travel from George Town to Phuket without a car?

The best way to get from George Town to Phuket without a car is to Mini Van and bus which takes 12h and costs $28.95 .

How long does it take to get from George Town to Phuket?

It takes approximately 5h 40m to get from George Town to Phuket, including transfers.

Where do I catch the George Town to Phuket bus from?

George Town to Phuket bus services, operated by New Asian Travel, depart from Komtar Bus Terminal station.

Train, bus or fly from George Town to Phuket?

The best way to get from George Town to Phuket is to fly which takes 5h 40m and costs $42.39 - $108.70 . Alternatively, you can Mini Van and bus, which costs $28.95 and takes 12h. There are no good options to train between George Town to Phuket.

Where does the George Town to Phuket bus arrive?

George Town to Phuket bus services, operated by New Asian Travel, arrive at Hat Yai station.

What is the time difference between George Town and Phuket?

Phuket is 1h behind George Town. It is currently 22:41 in George Town and 21:41 in Phuket.

Can I drive from George Town to Phuket?

Yes, the driving distance between George Town to Phuket is 635 km. It takes approximately 8h 57m to drive from George Town to Phuket.

Where can I stay near Phuket?

There are 4852+ hotels available in Phuket. Prices start at $19.30 per night.
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