The cheapest and fastest buses from Krabi to Bangkok
Cheapest price
$26
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
13 h 30 m
Average duration
13 h 45 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
655 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Krabi to Bangkok is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Krabi to Bangkok will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $26.
Of the 2 buses that leave Krabi for Bangkok on Thu, May 07, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct buses cover the 655 km distance in an average of 13 h 45 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 13 h 30 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest buses will take 14 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9:00 AM14h00Krabi11:00 PMBangkok$261One-way0 transfers
9:30 AM13h30Krabi11:00 PMBangkok$261One-way0 transfers
9:30 AM13h30Krabi11:00 PMBangkok$261One-way0 transfers
9:00 AM14h00Krabi11:00 PMBangkok$261One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare ferry, bus, and flight for Krabi to Bangkok
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Krabi to Bangkok among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a flight costs an average of $29.
Distance: 406 miles (655 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$26 Average price Cheapest | $69 Average price | $100 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 17m Average total duration 9h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 53m Average total duration Fastest 3h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Krabi to Bangkok:
A bus is $43 (€34) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Krabi to Bangkok costing on average $69 (€55).
Other travel options to Bangkok take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 47m.
You'll arrive about 45m sooner (9h 47m by bus vs 10h 32m by car) and save roughly $74 (€59) compared to fuel and tolls ($26 (€21) vs $100 (€79)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Lignite, Lignite Tour, Lignite Tour.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Live departures
Krabi to Bangkok bus times
The table below shows live departures for Krabi to Bangkok buses for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:00 AM Krabi | 14h00 | 11:00 PM Bangkok | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 AM Krabi | 13h30 | 11:00 PM Bangkok | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Krabi to Bangkok by ferry, bus, or flight
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Why should you book Krabi to Bangkok buses with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs Lignite?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Lignite, but also compare tickets for the likes of Lignite Tour, Lignite Tour or Phantip Travel to find the best option for your trip from Krabi to Bangkok.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Lignite with all available travel options, which are ferry, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Krabi to Bangkok.
Why book with Omio over Checkmybus, Busbud or Wanderu?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of Lignite Tour, Lignite Tour or Phantip Travel to find the best option for your trip from Krabi to Bangkok.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including ferry, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Krabi to Bangkok.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Krabi to Bangkok
Buses from Krabi to Bangkok run on average 6 times per day, taking around 9h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) if you book in advance.
There are 6 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 16:00, the last at 20:50.
Distance 406 miles (655 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
First bus 4:00 PM |
Last bus 8:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Bus providers: Lignite, Lignite Tour, Phantip Travel from Krabi to BangkokYou can travel by bus between Krabi to Bangkok with Lignite, Lignite Tour, Phantip Travel for as low as $25 (€20). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Krabi to Bangkok
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Krabi to Bangkok by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bangkok, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Lignite Tour
- Luggage included in fare
- specific size/type not provided.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Krabi to Bangkok
- 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Free parking available for passengers
- Local food stalls and small restaurants within the terminal
- Available at the terminal entrance
- Basic wheelchair access
- Public toilets available
- Local songthaew
- Local bus services
- 04:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal
- Large parking area available for both short and long-term parking
- Food court and various food stalls available inside terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
- Wheelchair ramps, elevators
- Public restrooms available with fee
- Bus: 84, 91, 123, 124, 127, 146, 149, 170, 177, 183, 189, 515, 539
- Metro: NA
- Train: NA
- 04:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal
- Large parking area available for both short and long-term parking
- Food court and various food stalls available inside terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
- Wheelchair ramps and elevators available
- Public restrooms available with 5 THB fee
- BTS: Mo Chit Station
- MRT: Chatuchak Park Station
- Bus: 3, 26, 29, 34, 49, 52, 77
- 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal
- Available at terminal parking lot, 20 baht per hour
- Food court and several local food vendors available inside terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
- Wheelchair ramps and elevators available
- Public restrooms available for 5 baht
- BTS: Mo Chit Station
- MRT: Chatuchak Park Station
- Bus: 3, 26, 77, 96, 104, 134, 136, 138, 145, 509, 522
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