How to travel from Phi Phi Islands to Phuket, Thailand

The distance between Phi Phi Islands and Phuket is around 46km (28 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a ferry which takes around 2hrs.

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We've found 1 different ways to get from Phi Phi Islands to Phuket by ferry. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Take a ferry to Rassada Pier Phuket.

  • Duration2hrs
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    THB 835($23)
Operated by

Seatran Discovery

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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Phi Phi Islands and Phuket

There are several options for getting from Phi Phi Islands to Phuket by ferry. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around THB 835 ($23) and will take around 2hrs.

The distance between Phi Phi Islands and Phuket is around 46km (28 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 51km (32 miles)

It takes around 2hrs to get from Phi Phi Islands and Phuket by ferry.

The quickest way to get from Phi Phi Islands to Phuket is to take a ferry which takes around 2hrs and will set you back approx THB 835 ($23).

The cheapest way to travel between Phi Phi Islands and Phuket is to take a ferry which will typically cost around THB 835 ($23) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Phi Phi Islands and Phuket. We recommend that you take a ferry to Rassada Pier Phuket. instead which will take 2hrs.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Phi Phi Islands and Phuket. We recommend that you take a ferry to Rassada Pier Phuket. instead which will take 2hrs.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Phi Phi Islands and Phuket. The ferry typically takes around 2hrs and departs every 20 mins.

Seatran Discovery, Tigerline Ferry, Satun Pakbara Speedboat Club, Chaokoh Ferry, Andaman Wave Master, Ao Nang Princess and Bundhaya Speed Boat run the ferry services between Phi Phi Islands and Phuket. Ferries run every 20 mins and take around 2hrs on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Phi Phi Islands to Phuket. We recommend that you take a ferry to Rassada Pier Phuket. instead which will take 2hrs.

The closest major airport to Phuket is Phuket International Airport (HKT) (HKT) which is approximately 20km (12 miles) from Phuket. Krabi Airport (KBV) (KBV) and Trang Airport (TST) (TST) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Phi Phi Islands to Phuket. We recommend that you take a ferry to Rassada Pier Phuket. instead which will take 2hrs.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Phi Phi Islands to Phuket is to take a ferry which takes, on average, 2hrs and will usually cost around THB 835 ($23).

How do I get from Phi Phi Islands to Phuket

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Airports near Phuket

The following major airports near Phuket offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Thailand and internationally.

HKT
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
International Airport
Distance
20km (12 miles) from Phuket
KBV
Krabi Airport (KBV)
Domestic Airport
Distance
71km (44 miles) from Phuket
TST
Trang Airport (TST)
Domestic Airport
Distance
147km (92 miles) from Phuket