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Kuala Lumpur Airport to Phuket

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Airlines

Qatar Airways

Website:
qatarairways.com/en-au/homepage.html
Plane from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Phuket
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.08–$254.83

Malindo Airways

Website:
malindoair.com/
Plane from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Phuket
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$53.51–$229.35
Plane from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Krabi
Ave. Duration:
1h 25m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$31.85–$152.90

Malaysia Airlines

Website:
malaysiaairlines.com/hq/en.html
Plane from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Phuket
Ave. Duration:
1h 32m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.08–$254.83

AirAsia

Website:
airasia.com/
Plane from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Phuket
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$42.05–$165.64
Plane from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Krabi
Ave. Duration:
1h 18m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$30.58–$152.90

Bus operators

Lomprayah

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

StarMart Express

Phone:
+65 6396 5681
Website:
starmartbus.com/
Bus from KL International Airport 1 to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$7.64–$11.47

Smart En Plus

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

KPB Express

Phone:
+604 332 5815
Website:
kpbekspres.com/
Bus from Terminal Meru Raya to Hat
Ave. Duration:
5h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.56–$16.56
Bus from Hentian Duta to Hat
Ave. Duration:
8h 10m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$14.02–$20.39

Sri Maju

Phone:
+65 6294 8228
Website:
srimaju.com/
Bus from Terminal Meru Raya to Hat
Ave. Duration:
5h 43m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$16.56–$21.66

Yoyo Express

Phone:
+60 5-545 7669
Website:
yoyo.my
Bus from KL International Airport 1 to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
3h 29m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.53

Local Minivan Thailand

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

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

Star Shuttle

Phone:
603-4043 8811
Website:
starwira.com
Bus from KL International Airport 1 to Pudu
Ave. Duration:
1h 15m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.12

Train operators

KLIA Express

Phone:
+603 2267 8000
Website:
kliaekspres.com
Train from Klia T1 to KL
Ave. Duration:
32 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.48–$12.10

KTM Intercity

Phone:
+60 3 2267 1200
Website:
ktmb.com.my
Train from Kl Sentral to Padang
Ave. Duration:
5h 21m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.64–$40.77

Other operators

Long-tail boat

Other from Ao Nang Pier to Railay
Ave. Duration:
15 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$3.44

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) to Phuket?

The cheapest way to get from Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) to Phuket is to bus via Ipoh which costs $27.17 - $43.48 and takes 18h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) to Phuket?

The fastest way to get from Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) to Phuket is to fly which takes 3h 3m and costs $38.04 - $119.57 .

Is there a direct bus between Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) and Phuket?

No, there is no direct bus from Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) to Phuket. However, there are services departing from KL International Airport 1 and arriving at Phuket Bus Terminal 2 via Terminal Meru Raya, Thanon Nipatuthit 2 and Hat Yai Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 54m.

How far is it from Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) to Phuket?

The distance between Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) and Phuket is 746 km. The road distance is 997.2 km.

How do I travel from Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) to Phuket without a car?

The best way to get from Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) to Phuket without a car is to train and Minivan and bus which takes 17h 22m and costs $25 - $59.78 .

How long does it take to get from Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) to Phuket?

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) to Phuket, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) to Phuket bus from?

Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) to Phuket bus services, operated by Yoyo Express, depart from KL International Airport 1 station.

Bus or fly from Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) to Phuket?

The best way to get from Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) to Phuket is to fly which takes 3h 3m and costs $38.04 - $119.57 . Alternatively, you can bus via Ipoh, which costs $27.17 - $43.48 and takes 18h 54m.

Where does the Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) to Phuket bus arrive?

Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) to Phuket bus services, operated by Yoyo Express, arrive at Terminal Meru Raya station.

What is the time difference between Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) and Phuket?

Phuket is 1h behind Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL). It is currently 06:23 in Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) and 05:23 in Phuket.

Can I drive from Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) to Phuket?

Yes, the driving distance between Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) to Phuket is 997 km. It takes approximately 12h 41m to drive from Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) 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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