Bangkok to Phuket: Road Trip Guide & Distance

430.5 miles 692.8 km · straight line
519.2 miles actual route 835.6 km · driving distance
10h 47min estimated drive time
THB 2064 - THB 2540 estimated fuel cost
~1h 22min flight time
200° SSW bearing direction

How far is Bangkok from Phuket?

The distance from Bangkok to Phuket is 430.5 miles (692.8 km) as the crow flies. Phuket is located SSW of Bangkok. By car, the driving distance is approximately 519.2 miles, taking about 10h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 22min. Both are located in Thailand.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bangkok and Phuket. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Bangkok to Phuket

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 47min THB 2064 - THB 2540 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 22min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 56min $42–$78* Budget
Train ~10h 15min $62–$182* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Quick Facts

Bangkok
13.76°N, 100.50°E
Asia/Bangkok
2m elevation
Phuket
7.88°N, 98.39°E
Asia/Bangkok
0m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 144 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 36 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 57.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM