2. Bus – Bangkok to Patong
3. Flight + Bus to Patong
4. Taxi – Bangkok to Patong
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From Bangkok to Patong Beach you can get by train+bus, plane or taxi.
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- Travel distance from Bangkok to Patong Beach (via Surat Thani + Phuket town) in Thailand is about 860 km. There are 4 options how you can reach Patong Beach in Phuket from Bangkok: transfer by train + bus via Surat Thani, transfer by bus + van, transfer by plane + taxi/van or you can book a private car. The most popular and cheap option of transfer to Patong from Bangkok is to travel by train + bus/van via Surat Thani and Phuket town. Transfer by train + bus from Bangkok to Patong (via Surat Thani) takes about 16-20 hours. There is no train to Phuket, because there is no railway station, the closest railway station is in Surat Thani.
- Another cheap way of transfer to Patong Beach from Bangkok is to travel by tourist bus + taxi/van. Transfer by tourist bus + van from Bangkok to Patong takes about 15-17 hours. There are buses from Bangkok to Phuket Bus Terminal 2, it is about 15 km from Patong. From this terminal you can take a local bus or taxi to Patong. The most fastest and comfortable way of transport to Patong Beach from Bangkok is to take a direct flight to Phuket and from Phuket Airport you can go by taxi or local bus / taxi to Patong.
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- The last way how you can travel from Bangkok to Patong Beach in Phuket is to book a private taxi/car. Private taxi is the most expensive option of transfer to Patong from Bangkok. Patong Beach is a popular beach town located on the west coast of Phuket, Thailand. It is known for its beautiful white sandy beach and turquoise waters, making it a popular destination for swimming, sunbathing, and other water activities. The beach is approximately 3.5 km long and is lined with restaurants, bars, and souvenir shops. Patong Beach is also known for its vibrant nightlife scene, with numerous bars, nightclubs, and live music venues. From Patong you can also travel to Krabi, Koh Samui, or from Phuket you can also travel by boat to Koh Phi Phi, or you can visit Ao Nang.
| Transfer Mode – Bangkok to Patong: | Travel Time | Cost Range |
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| Train + Bus via Surat Thani | 16-20 hours | $20-80/pp |
| Tourist Bus + Van via Phuket | 15-17 hours | $25-40/pp |
| Plane + Van/Taxi via Phuket | 5-6 hours | $40-180/pp |
| Private Taxi/Car with a driver | 12-16 hours | $300-1800/car |
How do I get from Bangkok to Patong Beach?
1. TRAIN + BUS from Bangkok to Patong
A popular cheaper option for getting from Bangkok to Patong in Phuket is to take a train and bus/minivan via Surat Thani. This option involves a total of 3 steps, first a train from Bangkok to Surat Thani, then a bus/minivan from Surat Thani to Phuket, and then a transfer by minivan or private car from Phuket to Patong.
The total time for a train and bus transfer from Bangkok to Patong can be around 16-20 hours, but this time can vary. Trains depart from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station or Don Mueang and arrive at Surat Thani Railway Station in Surat Thani town, see the map of the Thai railways.
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You can then take a minivan or bus transfer from companies such as Phantip 1970, 12go Transport, Phangan Tour 2000, Sapthaweephotl Tour and Travel and others. Some of these companies offer a transfer from the train station, which is certainly a good option if you don’t want to stay in Surat Thani for a long time.
These buses and minivans arrive at various locations or stations in Phuket, you will see all this information about departures and arrivals when searching for tickets online. The total cost of a train and bus/minivan transfer from Bangkok to Patong is around $20-80/pp, prices vary mainly depending on the type of train you use.
Seats are always the cheaper option and sleepers are the more expensive option. You can easily search and buy tickets for trains to Surat Thani and buses to Phuket online in advance.
2. BUS + VAN from Bangkok to Patong / Phuket
Another option for land transfer to Patong from Bangkok is to take an intercity bus to Phuket. There are various modern and comfortable buses offered by companies such as Phuket Travel, Lignite, Sawadee Tour, Andaman Sea Tour, Bangkok Travel Plus, Raja Ferry, Sombat Tour, Thai Sriram, Transport Co and others.
These companies will usually provide you with bus transport to or from Phuket town, and from there you will have to use another minivan or private transfer to Patong. Buses depart from stations such as Southern Terminal or Mochit and arrive in Phuket at Phuket Bus Terminal 2, Thalang, Ban Tha Ruea, Muang Mai, Sirinat National Park.
You can see all the information about departure and arrival points when searching for tickets online. Bus transport from Bangkok to Phuket costs between $22-39/pp, but these prices can vary throughout the year. The bus journey is long and the travel time to Phuket from Bangkok is about 13-14 hours, but the stated travel time can vary and the exact time may not be adhered to.
You can again easily search and buy bus tickets to Phuket online in advance. It is advisable to arrive at the bus departure point in Bangkok at least 30 minutes before departure. Also read all the information about transfers and tickets and follow the instructions of the transport companies.
3. FLIGHT + BUS / TAXI from Bangkok to Patong
The fastest and most convenient way to get from Bangkok to Patong to Phuket is by plane and bus. This option has 2 steps, first a direct flight from Bangkok to Phuket and then a bus or private taxi from Phuket Airport to Patong. This option can save you several hours of your time and sometimes flights to Phuket are relatively cheap, and some Thai companies also offer low-cost flights regularly.
Air transfers to Phuket are offered by companies such as Thai Airways, Thai Lion Air, Thai AirAsia, Nok Air, Bangkok Air, Thai Smile, Thai VietJet. The flight time to Phuket from Bangkok is about 1.5 hours and the flights cost between $40-170/pp, prices vary depending on the class and company.
These are usually prices for low-cost flights. Flights are operated from Suvarnabhumi Airport or Don Mueang to Phuket International Airport. Phuket International Airport is approximately 40 km north of Patong and for the transfer from the airport to this place you can use some local buses or minivans or a private transfer by a modern car.
The Phuket Bus Express bus from Phuket Airport to Patong takes about 1-1.5 hours and the buses run about every hour. You can also use private cars/taxi, but this is a more expensive option than a regular local bus.
A transfer by bus or small minivan from Phuket Airport to Patong costs between $4-7/pp. You can also easily find and buy tickets to Phuket and Patong online in advance.
4. TAXI / CAR from Bangkok to Patong / Phuket
A relatively convenient, but at the same time the most expensive option for a transfer from Bangkok to Patong / Phuket is a private car/taxi with a driver. Transfers in modern and luxury cars to Patong or Phuket are offered by Firstplan Transport Services, N and T Travel, Kanokwan Travel, Glassflower, Van2Travel or Bangkok Taxi24.
These verified companies offer various smaller classic cars on this route, as well as larger SUVs and minivans, which are mainly suitable for group travel. A transfer by private car/taxi from Bangkok to Patong or Phuket takes about 12-16 hours, but this time can vary and depends on your route.
The advantage of a private transfer is also the choice of your departure point in Bangkok and your arrival point in Phuket or Patong. You can also leave with private cars from Suvarnabhumi or Don Mueang airports.
Private car/taxi transfers to Patong or Phuket from Bangkok cost between $300-1800/car, prices vary depending on the type of vehicle, travel route and taxi company.
Smaller classic cars for 1-3 passengers are usually a cheaper option than larger SUVs or minivans for more people. However, you can always split the fare for the vehicle and calculate it for each passenger, so in some cases a minivan transfer may be a good option. You can easily search for and book your private car/taxi from Bangkok to Phuket / Patong online in advance.
❓ FAQ – Travel route from Bangkok to Patong Beach:
1. How to book tickets + flights from Bangkok to Patong Beach?
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- Book tickets + flights from Bangkok to Patong Beach / Phuket on 12go.asia ➜ or Baolau ➜.
- You can also book another tickets + flights, e.g. Bangkok to Surat Thani, Surat Thani to Phuket…
2. What is the travel time from Bangkok to Patong Beach?
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- Travel by train + bus from Bangkok to Patong (via Surat Thani) takes about 16-20 hours.
- Travel by tourist bus + van from Bangkok to Patong takes about 15-17 hours.
- Travel by plane (direct flights) + van/taxi from Bangkok to Patong takes about 5-6 hours.
- Travel by private taxi/car from Bangkok to Patong – Phuket takes about 12-16 hours.
3. What is the travel distance from Bangkok to Patong Beach?
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- Travel distance from Bangkok to Patong Beach in Thailand (via Surat Thani + Phuket town) is about 860 km.
4. What is the price of transfer from Bangkok to Patong Beach?
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- Transport by train + bus from Bangkok to Patong (via Surat Thani) costs about $20-80/pp.
- Transport by tourist bus + van from Bangkok to Patong costs about $25-40/pp.
- Transport by plane (direct flights) + van/taxi from Bangkok to Patong costs about $40-180/pp.
- Transport by private taxi/car from Bangkok to Patong – Phuket costs about $300-1800/car.
5. Is there a direct train to Patong from Bangkok?
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- No, there is no railway station in Phuket – Patong, travel by direct train is not possible. But you can travel by train from Bangkok to Surat Thani and from Surat Thani you can travel by van/bus or private car to Phuket or Patong.
6. What is the best way of transport from Bangkok to Patong Beach?
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- The best, fastest and comfortable way how to get from Bangkok to Patong Beach is to travel by plane + taxi/bus or van via Phuket International Airport. This airport is only about 15 km from Patong and there are direct flights from Bangkok, there are local buses or taxi from Phuket Airport to Patong.
7. What is the most cheapest way of getting from Bangkok to Patong Beach?
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- The most cheapest option how to go from Bangkok to Patong Beach is to travel by tourist bus. Bus from Bangkok to Phuket start already at $20/pp, but to travel by bus takes a lot of time, about 14 hours.
8. Is it possible to travel by private taxi from Bangkok to Patong Beach?
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- Yes, it is possible to travel by private taxi/transfer from Bangkok to Patong Beach (or Phuket) in Thailand. Private taxi is the most expensive way of transport between these sites. You can book various modern cars or luxury minivans.
9. How to get from Phuket Airport to Patong Beach?
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- Phuket Airport is about 15 km from Patong Beach. From Phuket Airport to Patong Beach you can travel by local shuttle bus, minibus or by private taxi.
10. Where to travel from Patong Beach or Phuket?
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- From Patong Beach you can also travel via Phuket town to Koh Yao Yai or Koh Yao Noi, or you can also travel to Krabi by speedboat. You can also go via Surat Thani town to Koh Samui. From Phuket you can also travel to Khao Lak.
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