The cheapest and fastest coaches from Hat Yai to Phuket
Cheapest price
13RM
Average price
14RM
Fastest journey
7 h
Average duration
7 h
Buses per day
6
Distance
249 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Hat Yai to Phuket is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hat Yai to Phuket will cost around 14RM if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 13RM.
Of the 6 buses that leave Hat Yai for Phuket every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 249 km distance in an average of 7 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h .
The slowest buses will take 7 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.
8:00 AM7h00Hat Yai, Bus Terminal3:00 PMRatsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 213 RM1One-way0 changes
11:45 AM7h00Hat Yai, Bus Terminal6:45 PMRatsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 213 RM1One-way0 changes
1:00 PM7h00Hat Yai, Bus Terminal8:00 PMRatsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 213 RM1One-way0 changes
6:00 PM7h00Hat Yai, Bus Terminal1:00 AMRatsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 213 RM1One-way0 changes
9:30 PM7h00Hat Yai, Bus Terminal4:30 AMRatsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 213 RM1One-way0 changes
8:00 AM7h00Hat Yai, Bus Terminal3:00 PMRatsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 213 RM1One-way0 changes
11:45 AM7h00Hat Yai, Bus Terminal6:45 PMRatsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 213 RM1One-way0 changes
7:30 PM7h00Hat Yai, Bus Terminal2:30 AMRatsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 220 RM1One-way0 changes
1:00 PM7h00Hat Yai, Bus Terminal8:00 PMRatsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 213 RM1One-way0 changes
6:00 PM7h00Hat Yai, Bus Terminal1:00 AMRatsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 213 RM1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, ferry and flight for Hat Yai to Phuket
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Hat Yai to Phuket among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 2RM. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 2RM, and a ferry costs an average of 113RM.
Distance: 249 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Ferry |
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12RM Average Price Cheapest | 84RM Average Price | 113RM Average Price |
8h 44m Average total duration 8h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 29h 30m Average total duration 28h 30m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Hat Yai to Phuket bus times
The table below shows live departures for Hat Yai to Phuket coaches for tomorrow, Friday, 14 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:00 AM Hat Yai, Bus Terminal | 7h00 | 3:00 PM Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:45 AM Hat Yai, Bus Terminal | 7h00 | 6:45 PM Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 1:00 PM Hat Yai, Bus Terminal | 7h00 | 8:00 PM Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:00 PM Hat Yai, Bus Terminal | 7h00 | 1:00 AM Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:30 PM Hat Yai, Bus Terminal | 7h00 | 2:30 AM Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:30 PM Hat Yai, Bus Terminal | 7h00 | 4:30 AM Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Hat Yai to Phuket
Buses from Hat Yai to Phuket run on average 8 times per day, taking around 8h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 2RM if you book in advance.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:40, the last at 21:45. The fastest coach covers the 249 km distance in 7h 0m.
Distance 249 km |
Average bus duration 8h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price 2RM |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 7h 0m |
First bus 6:40 AM |
Last bus 9:45 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Bus providers: Sri Trang Tour from Hat Yai to PhuketYou can travel by bus between Hat Yai to Phuket with Sri Trang Tour for as low as 2RM. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Hat Yai to Phuket coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hat Yai to Phuket by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Phuket, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Sri Trang Tour
- One hand luggage and one carry-on luggage allowed
- additional luggage may incur extra charges.
- Sri Trang Tour
- Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hat Yai and Phuket
Most Hat Yai to Phuket buses use the Hat Yai, Bus Terminal to Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2 station pair, with some services arriving at Phuket, Old Bus Terminal. Use this guide to compare Hat Yai and Phuket bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Hat Yai station do buses to Phuket leave from?
Getting to Hat Yai, Bus Terminal from Hat Yai city centre
Hat Yai, Bus Terminal is 1 km from Hat Yai city centre. Public transport options include:
Hat Yai, Bus Terminal bus station facilities and services
Hat Yai, Bus Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food court and several local food vendors inside terminal
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal. ATMs are several ATMs from major Thai banks.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hat Yai, Bus Terminal.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hat Yai, Bus Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hat Yai, Bus Terminal: Wheelchair accessible.
Which Phuket station do buses from Hat Yai arrive at?
Getting to Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2 from Phuket city centre
Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2 is 3 km from Phuket city centre. Public transport options include:
Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2 bus station facilities and services
Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Food court and small shops selling local food and snacks
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal. ATMs are aTM machines from major Thai banks.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ratsada, Phuket Bus Terminal 2: Wheelchair accessible.
Getting to Phuket, Old Bus Terminal from Phuket city centre
Phuket, Old Bus Terminal bus station facilities and services
Phuket, Old Bus Terminal has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are several ATMs from Thai banks.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Phuket, Old Bus Terminal.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Phuket, Old Bus Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Phuket, Old Bus Terminal: Basic ramps.
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