The cheapest and fastest buses from Phuket to Ko Lanta Yai
Cheapest price
$21
Average price
$21
Fastest journey
6 h 29 m
Average duration
6 h 29 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
86 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Phuket to Ko Lanta Yai is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Phuket to Ko Lanta Yai will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
Of the 1 buses that leave Phuket for Ko Lanta Yai on Tue, Dec 02, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 02 the direct buses cover the 86 km distance in an average of 6 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 6 h 29 m .
On Tue, Dec 02 the slowest buses will take 6 h 29 m 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.
GOOD LUCK LANTA
GOOD LUCK LANTATravel Information
Compare bus and ferry for Phuket to Ko Lanta Yai
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Phuket to Ko Lanta Yai among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a ferry costs an average of €21.
Distance: 53 miles (86 km)
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| Bus | Most popular Ferry |
|---|---|
€21 Average price Cheapest | €28 Average price |
6h 31m Average total duration 6h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Phuket to Ko Lanta Yai Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Good Luck Lanta | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 05:29PM | Duration 6h29 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Live departures
Phuket to Ko Lanta Yai bus times
The table below shows live departures for Phuket to Ko Lanta Yai buses for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
GOOD LUCK LANTA | 4:00 AM Phuket, Old Bus Terminal | 6h29 | 10:29 AM Ko Lanta Yai, Horizon Rd (Lanta Klong Nin Beach Resort) (เกาะลันตาใหญ่ ถ.ฮอไรซัน (ลันตา คลองนิน บีช รีสอร์ท)) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Phuket to Ko Lanta Yai
Buses from Phuket to Ko Lanta Yai run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 1m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 07:20, the last at 13:00. The fastest bus covers the 53 miles (86 km) distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 53 miles (86 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 07:20 |
Last bus 13:00 |
FAQs: Bus from Phuket to Ko Lanta Yai
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Phuket to Ko Lanta Yai 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 Ko Lanta Yai, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the bus most frequently from Phuket, Old Bus Terminal, which is located around 0.9 miles (1.5 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Ko Lanta Yai, Horizon Rd (Lanta Klong Nin Beach Resort) (เกาะลันตาใหญ่ ถ. ฮอไรซัน (ลันตา คลองนิน บีช รีสอร์ท)), located 3 miles (4.8 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Phuket to Ko Lanta Yai
- 05:00-20:00
- Limited parking available for drop-off and pick-up
- Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Basic ramps
- Basic facilities available
- Local Bus: Pink Bus, Blue Bus
- Songthaew routes
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Free parking available for passengers
- Food stalls and small restaurants nearby
- Available at designated taxi stand
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Local buses, Airport bus
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