1. Train + Bus to Phuket
2. Bus + Flight to Phuket
3. Taxi/Car to Phuket
4. Bus + Van to Phuket
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From Hua Hin to Phuket you can get by train + bus, bus, car, plane.
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- The travel distance from Hua Hin to Phuket in Thailand spans approximately 650 kilometers by land via Surat Thani. The most popular option for transferring to Phuket from Hua Hin is to embark on a journey by train operated by Thai Railways to Surat Thani, followed by a van/bus ride to Phuket. Traveling by train + bus via Surat Thani typically takes about 11-15 hours, with an estimated cost of $13-60 per person. Travelers have the option of choosing between seat and sleeper trains to Surat Thani, followed by modern vans/minivans from Surat Thani to Phuket. Since there are no direct flights from Hua Hin to Phuket, travelers opting for air travel would need to return to Bangkok first. From Bangkok to Phuket, direct flights are available from various airlines.
- Traveling by bus/train + plane via Bangkok takes approximately 8-11 hours, with costs ranging from $60-180 per person. Alternatively, travelers can opt to book a private car/taxi with a driver from Hua Hin to Phuket, with modern cars, SUV and minivans / minibuses being available options. You can conveniently book train / bus tickets + flights or a private taxi to Phuket from Hua Hin online with ease. For travelers already in Phuket, ferry or speedboat options are available to reach Krabi or Koh Yao Yai in Phang Nga Bay.
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- Phuket is the largest island in Thailand, situated approximately 700 kilometers south of Bangkok, and surrounded by the Andaman Sea. Initially known for tin mining, Phuket has transformed into a popular tourist destination over the past few decades, offering an ideal setting for swimming in crystal-clear waters. With its beautiful beaches, quaint bays, boat excursions, and azure blue waters, Phuket caters to every tourist’s desires. From Phuket, travelers can also embark on ferry journeys to Koh Phi Phi – one of the most renowned tourist islands in southern Thailand – or Ao Nang. There are several transportation options available from Hua Hin to Phuket. However, there is no direct train route from Hua Hin to Phuket. Refer to the instructions below in this article to learn how to reach Phuket from Hua Hin.
| Transfer Mode – Hua Hin to Phuket: | Travel Time | Cost Range |
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| Train + Bus (via Surat Thani) | 11-15 hours | $13-60/pp |
| Bus + Flight (via Bangkok) | 8-11 hours | $60-180/pp |
| Private Car / Taxi with a driver | 9-13 hours | $270-500 (vehicle) |
| Tourist Bus / Van | 14 hours | $25-35/pp |
How do I get from Hua Hin to Phuket?
1. TRAIN + BUS to Phuket (via Surat Thani)
A popular cheaper land transfer option from Hua Hin to Phuket is to travel by train and bus/minivan via the city of Surat Thani. There is no railway to Phuket and the nearest station is in the city of Surat Thani, and between Surat Thani and Phuket there are minivans and buses or private cars.
This transport option has a total of 2 steps and the transfer by train and bus from Hua Hin to Phuket in Thailand can take a total of approx. 10-15 hours, depending on the transfer in Surat Thani Town. This transfer time may therefore vary. Transport by Thai train from Hua Hin to Surat Thani takes approx. 6-8 hours and transfer by minivan / bus or private car from Surat Thani to Phuket approx. 4-6 hours.
Trains depart from Hua Hin Railway Station and arrive at Surat Thani Railway Station, look at the Thai railway map and you will know where the station is located. A train transfer to Surat Thani costs between $6-50/pp, depending on whether you use seats or more comfortable sleepers, seats are always the cheaper option.
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In the second step, you will use various minivans and buses from Surat Thani to Phuket. Some companies operate connections already from the train station and then from the city itself or from company branches. You will see this information about departures and arrivals of buses and minivans when searching for tickets.
Train tickets to Surat Thani and bus tickets to Phuket can be searched and purchased online in advance. For this transport option, you must purchase 2 separate tickets, one for the train transfer and one for the bus transfer.
The train and bus transfer from Hua Hin to Phuket via Surat Thani Town is one of the cheaper transportation options and is suitable for most solo and low-cost travelers.
2. BUS + FLIGHT from Hua Hin to Phuket (via Bangkok)
The most convenient and, as a result, the fastest way to transfer from Hua Hin to Phuket is by bus and flight via Bangkok. Hua Hin also has an airport, but flights to Phuket are not established from there, so you have to go to Bangkok first and from there you can use direct flights to Phuket. So this transport option has 2 steps and the journey by bus and air to Phuket from Hua Hin can take about 8-11 hours.
You can also go to Bangkok by Thai train from Hua Hin Railway Station, but the bus or minivan may be more convenient, because some of them also go to Suvarnabhumi or Don Mueang airports, from where there are flights to Phuket. Bus companies that will take you to Bangkok or the airport are, for example, HPT Mini Bus, Roong Reuang Coach, Sombat Tour, JKP Mochit, Nor Neane Transport and others.
Bus transfer from Hua Hin to Bangkok costs between $6-12/pp and you can buy tickets online. In the second step, you will use direct flights from Bangkok to Phuket, the direct flight takes about 1.5 hours and the flights are operated by airlines such as Thai Airways, Thai Lion Air, Thai AirAsia, Nok Air, Bangkok Air, Thai Smile, Thai VietJet.
There are plenty of flights and the flight schedule is relatively long, you will definitely choose your desired flight. These flights are operated from Suvarnabhumi Airport or Don Mueang Airport in Bangkok to Phuket International Airport.
Some buses go mainly to Suvarnabhumi Airport. A direct flight to Phuket from Bangkok costs between $40-170/pp, so in some cases you can get a relatively good deal that will save you a lot of time. These prices are mostly for Economy Class flights at this level, such an option will be sufficient for most ordinary solo travelers. Flights from Bangkok to Phuket can again be easily searched and booked online in advance.
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3. PRIVATE TAXI / CAR from Hua Hin to Phuket
If you would like to use a private transfer to Phuket from Hua Hin, this option is also available to you. Several companies operate modern cars with experienced drivers on this longer route. Some of them that offer you transfers to Phuket are, for example, Bangkok Taxi 24, Glassflower, N and T Travel, Van2Travel, Kanokwan Travel or Kim Transfers Thailand.
Most of these companies have modern smaller classic cars and then larger SUVs and minivans for more people on offer for transportation to Phuket. Mainly minivans can be suitable for those who travel in a group of several people at the same time, it is a good option for group travel. The advantage of a private transfer is the ability to choose your departure point in Hua Hin and your arrival point in Phuket.
You can also arrive at Phuket airport, for example, or you will be provided with a transfer between your hotels, which is also a big advantage. The disadvantage is the higher price for this transport option. Transfer by private car/taxi with driver from Hua Hin to Phuket takes about 9-13 hours, but this travel time may vary depending on your specific travel route.
Transportation by private car/taxi with a driver to Phuket from Hua Hin costs between $270-500/car, but these prices vary depending on the type of car. So, for example, a transfer by a small classic car costs less than in the case of a larger minivan or SUV for more people.
Again, you can easily find and book your private car with driver to Phuket from Hua Hin online in advance. You can also carry larger luggage in the car, but the conditions for transporting backpacks may differ from company to company, so read all instructions carefully when booking.
4. BUS + VAN from Hua Hin to Phuket
Another land transfer option to Phuket from Hua Hin is also a bus transfer. On this route, you can use a combination of bus and minivan from the company Montanatip, or other companies can also drive through the city of Surat Thani. Buses usually arrive at Phuket Bus Terminal 2, other private minivans or buses from Surat Thani can also go to other popular places in Phuket.
You will see this information again when searching and booking bus tickets online. Bus transportation from Hua Hin to Phuket takes about 14-15 hours, if you change in Surat Thani, this time may vary. It is also advisable to take into account that buses may also be delayed upon departure and thus also upon arrival.
Bus transportation from Hua Hin to Phuket costs around $30/pp, prices may vary again if you were to transfer in Surat Thani. These prices are not fixed and may vary or change during the year. Again, you can easily search and buy bus tickets to Phuket from Hua Hin online in advance.
If you would like to go through the city of Surat Thani, you will have to find and buy 2 separate tickets for each bus or minivan separately. When booking tickets, read all information and instructions of the bus company carefully to avoid any misunderstandings.
❓ FAQ + Info – Travel route from Hua Hin to Phuket:
1. How to book and buy tickets + flights from Hua Hin to Phuket?
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- You can book and buy tickets or flights from Hua Hin to Phuket on 12go.asia ➜ or Baolau ➜.
- You can also book another tickets and routes, e.g. Hua Hin > Surat Thani, Surat Thani > Phuket…
2. What is the travel time from Hua Hin to Phuket?
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- Travel by train + bus from Hua Hin to Phuket (via Surat Thani) takes about 11-15 hours.
- Travel by bus + plane from Hua Hin to Phuket (via Bangkok) takes about 8-11 hours.
- Travel by private taxi/car with a driver from Hua Hin to Phuket takes about 9-13 hours.
- Travel by tourist bus from Hua Hin to Phuket (via Surat Thani) takes about 14 hours.
3. What is the travel distance from Hua Hin to Phuket?
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- Travel distance from Hua Hin to Phuket (via Surat Thani) by bus/train is about 650 km.
4. How much does it cost to get from Hua Hin to Phuket?
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- Transfer by train + bus from Hua Hin to Phuket (via Surat Thani) costs about $13-60/pp.
- Transfer by bus + plane from Hua Hin to Phuket (via Bangkok) costs about $60-180/pp.
- Transfer by private taxi or car with a driver from Hua Hin to Phuket costs about $270-500/car.
- Transfer by tourist bus + van from Hua Hin to Phuket (via Surat Thani) costs about $25-35/pp.
5. Where to rent a motorbike in Phuket?
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- If you want to rent a motorbike or scooter in Phuket, try to search these bikes online at Bikesbooking ➜.
6. Is there a direct train to Phuket?
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- No, there is no railway station in Phuket, so there is no direct train. If you want to travel by train you can take a train to Surat Thani, it is the closest railway station. From Surat Thani to Phuket you can travel by bus/van.
7. What is the best and fast way of transport from Hua Hin to Phuket?
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- The best and fastest way how to get from Hua Hin to Phuket is to travel by bus and plane via Bangkok. But you have to travel back to Bangkok by bus or train because there are no direct flights from Hua Hin to Phuket.
8. What is the most cheapest way of getting from Hua Hin to Phuket?
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- The most cheapest way how to travel from Hua Hin to Phuket in Thailand is to travel by train to Surat Thani and by van/bus from Surat Thani to Phuket. Travel by this way should costs about $20-25/pp if you book seat train to Surat Thani and van/minivan to Phuket.
9. Is it possible to travel by private taxi from Hua Hin to Phuket?
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- Yes, it is possible to travel by private taxi/car from Hua Hin to Phuket. There are modern vehicles and cars + VIP minivans. Travel by private car/taxi to Phuket from Hua Hin takes about 9 hours.
10. How to get from Phuket Airport to Phuket town?
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- Phuket town center is about 30 km south from Phuket International Airport. You can travel by shuttle local bus or you can use private taxi from Phuket Airport to Phuket town, travel time is about 1 hour.
11. Where to stay in Phuket? Hotel, resort or guesthouse?
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- Phuket has various types of accommodation for everyone. There are cheap guesthouses, hostels, hotels, but also the most luxury and expensive beach resorts or hotels. You can serach from this best selection of accommodation in Phuket: Book your accommodation in Phuket (Discount up to 60%).
12. Where to travel from Phuket in Thailand?
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- There are various ferry routes from Phuket. You can travel by ferry or speedboat to Koh Yao Yai (the closest island to Phuket) or Krabi. Krabi is a large popular tourist site in southern Thialand. You can also travel by private modern minivan / taxi, car to Khao Lak or Khao Sok.
13. What are the most popular beaches in Phuket?
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- One of the most popular tourist destinations in Phuket is Patong Beach. This large and easily accessible beach, it is located in the central part of the west coast. Thanks to the intensive growth in recent years, this is where most of the cheap shops and nightlife centers on the whole island are located. South of Patong Beach are other tourist beaches: Karon, Kata, Kata Noi and further across the southern tip of Nai Harn and Rawai. North of Patong are Kamala, Surin and Bang Tao beaches. All these beaches are less developed than in Patong, so they are more sought after by families and tourists who prefer a quieter, less populated environment.
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