Overview — Phuket to Phang Nga
Phang Nga Province sits just north of Phuket...
In this guide we compare the three main options...
📍 DISTANCE & TIME
Phuket Airport → Phang Nga Town: ~80 km · approx. 1.5–2 hours
Phuket Airport → Khao Lak: ~80 km · approx. 1.5 hours
Phuket Airport → Koh Yao (pier): ~60 km · approx. 1 hour + ferry
Full Comparison: All 3 Options
| Option |
Price |
Time |
Comfort |
Best For |
| 🚐 Private Van BEST |
Contact for quote |
1.5–2 hrs |
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
Families, groups, Muslims |
| 🚌 Public Bus |
~100–150 THB/pax |
2.5–3.5 hrs |
⭐⭐ |
Solo budget travelers |
| 🚕 Metered Taxi |
~1,200–1,800 THB |
1.5–2 hrs |
⭐⭐⭐ |
1–2 people |
Option 1 — Private Van Transfer
Why choose a private van?
- Door-to-door service — no connecting buses
- Fixed price — agreed upfront, no meter surprises
- Your own vehicle — no sharing with strangers
- Flexible timing — departs when you're ready
- Space for luggage — Toyota Hiace fits up to 10 passengers
- 24-hour availability — early flights, late arrivals, no problem
Why Keem Transfer?
Keem Transfer is a professional private van service operated personally by Keem — your driver, guide, and local expert all in one.
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Option 2 — Public Bus
The cheapest way to get from Phuket to Phang Nga is by public bus...
How to take the bus
- Take a taxi from the airport to Phuket Bus Terminal 2
- Buy a ticket to Phang Nga Town
- Journey takes approximately 2–2.5 hours
- Buses run every 1–2 hours during daytime only
⚠️ Important: There is no direct bus from Phuket Airport to Phang Nga.
Option 3 — Metered Taxi
Metered taxis are available at Phuket Airport...
What to expect
- Metered fare to Phang Nga: approximately 1,200–1,800 THB
- Some drivers add a highway toll fee
- Not all taxis will go to Khao Lak or remote areas
- No guarantee of English-speaking driver
- For groups of 3+, a private van is often cheaper per person
Popular Phang Nga Destinations from Phuket Airport
AIRPORT TO
Khao Lak
🕐 ~1.5 hrs
AIRPORT TO
Phang Nga Town
🕐 ~1.5–2 hrs
AIRPORT TO
Koh Yao Pier
🕐 ~1 hr + ferry
AIRPORT TO
Phang Nga Bay
🕐 ~2 hrs
Travel Tips for Phang Nga
Phang Nga has a significant Muslim community...
- Koh Yao Noi — majority Muslim island, halal food widely available
- Khao Lak — several halal restaurants available
- Phang Nga Town — mosques and halal food throughout
- Ask your driver (Keem) for halal restaurant recommendations
🕌 KEEM TRANSFER — MUSLIM FRIENDLY
Keem Transfer is a professional private van service based in Phuket. Toyota Hiace VIP, up to 10 seats, 5.0 Google rating.
WhatsApp: +66 86 950 1909
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 3 main options: private van transfer, public bus, or metered taxi...
By private van approximately 1.5 to 2 hours...
For most travelers — yes, especially for groups of 3+. Fixed price, door-to-door, local driver.
Contact Keem directly via WhatsApp for a free quote...
Yes. Keem Transfer can arrange custom day trips...
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