How to go → KRABI to KHAO LAK? ☀️

1. Bus / Minivan to Khao Lak
2. Taxi / Car to Khao Lak
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From Krabi to Khao Lak you can travel by van/minibus or private car.

• • The distance from Krabi to Khao Lak is approximately 140 km by road (via bus or private car). A popular and cost-effective method of traveling from Krabi to Khao Lak is by private minivan (or minibus). Minivans/minibuses offer a fast and comfortable journey, taking approximately 2.5-3.5 hours, depending on the departure point in Krabi. You can catch a bus/minivan from Krabi town, Ao Nang, or Krabi Airport, with the fare costing around $10-16 per person.
  • Alternatively, you can opt for a private car/taxi, which takes about 2.5-3 hours and costs approximately $70-120 (for a vehicle or minivan). Private cars depart from Krabi town, Krabi Airport, or you can arrange a private taxi from Klong Jilard Pier, Ao Nam Mao, or Noppharat Thara beach. Private car/taxi is the fastest mode of transportation to Khao Lak. Train and plane travel to Khao Lak is not possible, as there is no railway or airport. From Khao Lak, you can also travel by minibus or private car to Khao Sok Park, or utilize a minivan and ferry to Koh Phangan.

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• • Khao Lak is a coastal destination in Thailand, situated in the Takua Pa region of Phang Nga province. Located approximately 60 km north of Phuket Island along Phetkasem Road, one of Thailand’s main thoroughfares, Khao Lak stands out for its tranquil, secluded coastal spots, family-friendly entertainment, and restriction on buildings taller than coconut trees. Khao Lak is the ideal Thai resort for a peaceful vacation and unparalleled relaxation, with its tens of kilometers of almost deserted beaches offering undiscovered beauty. Khao Lak lacks an airport and railway, but you can also reach it via Phuket, with ferry, bus, or taxi services available to the island.

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How do I get from Krabi to Khao Lak?

1. MINIVAN / MINIBUS from Krabi to Khao Lak

The used cheaper option of transfer from Krabi to Khao Lak is transport by smaller minivan or minibus. On this route, you can use minivans from companies such as Phichet Transport, Krabi Sea Pearl, Black Tiger Tour, Thubthim Siam Travel, PP All Seasons Travel and Tour, RTC Transport or Hat Yai World Tour. Most of these companies operate smaller minivans for a limited number of passengers on this route.

However, they will offer you sufficient comfort at an acceptable price. These minivans depart in Krabi from various locations such as Krabi Bus Terminal, Krabi Town, Krabi Van Terminal, Ao Nang, Krabi Airport and more. They usually come to Khao Lak McDonalds or other places in the city center. You can see all information about departure points in Krabi and arrival points in Khao Lak when searching for tickets online.

The transfer by minivan from Krabi to Khao Lak takes about 2.5-3.5 hours, however, the indicated travel time may vary slightly and there may be delays. Transport by minivan from Krabi to Khao Lak then costs about $10-16/pp, depending on the company, these prices may vary slightly during the year.

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There are plenty of these minivans during the day, and you will surely choose your suitable connection at the desired time. You can easily search and buy minivan tickets to Khao Lak from Krabi online in advance. Also, read all the instructions and follow the instructions of the transport companies when booking to avoid any misunderstandings.

This transport option is mainly sought after by ordinary low-cost travelers who are looking for a cheaper transport option. You can also use this transport option in the case of a transfer via Phuket in Phang Nga Bay, there are also minivans and buses from Phuket to Khao Lak.

2. PRIVATE TAXI / CAR from Krabi to Khao Lak

A very convenient, but at the same time more expensive transport option from Krabi to Khao Lak is a transfer by a private modern car/taxi with a driver. If you choose a private transfer, you can also choose your departure point from different areas in Krabi, such as Ao Nang, Klong Jilad Pier, Krabi Airport, Ao Nam Mao Pier, Krabi Town and others.

Companies can also offer you a transfer directly from your hotel in Krabi to your next accommodation in Khao Lak. In this way, you can also save your time and you will have a vehicle available just for you or your loved ones.

Private taxi companies that offer a private transfer to Khao Lak from Krabi are, for example, Bangkok Taxi24, Andaman Taxis, Phuket Transfer Travel Andaman, Call Me Taxi, Koh Ngai Camping, RTC Transport, Smart En Plus, Kanokwan Travel, Ramon Transport, Glassflower or Krabi Shuttle.

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Most of these private hotels are also rated well by other travelers. On this route, these companies will offer you modern smaller air-conditioned comfortable vehicles, or larger SUVs and minivans suitable for group travel. A private car/taxi transfer from Krabi to Khao Lak costs about $70-120 (car), prices vary by car type, smaller vehicles are usually cheaper than larger minivans.

Minivans are suitable for those who travel in a group of several people at once, and you can split the fare and calculate it for individual passengers, so it can also be a convenient option. Transportation by private car/taxi with a driver from Krabi to Khao Lak takes about 2.5-3 hours, but the stated travel time may vary depending on your travel route. Again, your private car with driver to Khao Lak from Krabi is easy to find and book well in advance.

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