How to travel from Sukhothai to Krabi, Thailand

The distance between Sukhothai and Krabi is around 1,076km (669 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 35m.

7 routes found

We've found 7 different ways to get from Sukhothai to Krabi by plane, bus, taxi, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out KrabiSukhothai if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Sukhothai (THS) to Krabi (KBV).

  • Duration3h 35m
  • Flight time2h 45m
  • Typical cost
    THB 7,665($210)
Operated by

Bangkok Airways

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Bus

Take the bus to Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal and then to Krabi Bus Station.

  • Duration18h 45m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    THB 1,055($29)
Operated by

The Transport Company

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Taxi and Train

Take a taxi to Phitsanulok then take the train to Bang Sue Junction and then to Thung Song then take a taxi to Krabi.

  • Duration17h 50m
  • Departsevery 2 hours
  • Typical cost
    THB 5,850($160)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Krabi.

  • Duration16h 50m
  • Distance1,193km (741 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Sukhothai and Krabi

There are several options for getting from Sukhothai to Krabi by plane, bus, taxi, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around THB 1,055 ($29) and will take around 18h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately THB 7,665 ($210).

The distance between Sukhothai and Krabi is around 1,076km (669 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,005km (625 miles)

It takes around 3h 35m to get from Sukhothai and Krabi by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 16h 50m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Sukhothai to Krabi is to fly which takes around 3h 35m and will set you back approx THB 7,665 ($210).

The cheapest way to travel between Sukhothai and Krabi, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around THB 1,055 ($29) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Sukhothai and Krabi. We recommend that you fly from Sukhothai (THS) to Krabi (KBV). instead which will take 3h 35m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Sukhothai and Krabi. It typically takes around 18h 45m and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Sukhothai to Krabi. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 18h 45m.

The Transport Company, Phetprasert Tour, Greenbus Thailand and Phantip Travel run regular bus services between Sukhothai and Krabi. Buses run once daily and take around 18h 45m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Sukhothai and Krabi. Flights depart from Sukhothai (THS) and arrive at Krabi (KBV) - via Suvarnabhumi (BKK). The flight takes around 2h 45m.

There is no direct flight from Sukhothai to Krabi. There is however a flight that goes via Suvarnabhumi (BKK). This services will take at least 3h 35m (not including layover time).

The flight from Sukhothai to Krabi typically takes around 2h 45m. Flights depart from Sukhothai (THS) and and arrive into Krabi (KBV).

The closest major airport to Krabi is Krabi Airport (KBV) (KBV) which is approximately 14km (9 miles) from Krabi. Trang Airport (TST) (TST) and Phuket International Airport (HKT) (HKT) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Sukhothai and Krabi. The distance is around 1,193km (741 miles) by road and it will take around 16h 50m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Sukhothai to Krabi is to fly which takes, on average, 3h 35m and will usually cost around THB 7,665 ($210).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Sukhothai and Krabi

Transport options from Sukhothai to Krabi
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 1 similar
3h 35m
THB 7,665($210)
every 4 hours1,104km (686 miles)
Bus and Plane4h 20m
THB 5,885($160)
every 4 hours1,076km (669 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
18h 45m
THB 1,055($29)
once daily1,200km (746 miles)
Bus via Phitsanulok20h 55m
THB 1,815($50)
once daily1,237km (769 miles)
Taxi and Train + 1 similar
17h 50m
THB 5,850($160)
every 2 hours1,325km (824 miles)
Bus and Train23h 20m
THB 1,705($47)
once daily1,202km (747 miles)
Drive
16h 50m
THB 3,850($105)
on demand1,193km (741 miles)

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Airports near Krabi

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

KBV
Krabi Airport (KBV)
Domestic Airport
Distance
14km (9 miles) from Krabi
TST
Trang Airport (TST)
Domestic Airport
Distance
88km (55 miles) from Krabi
HKT
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
International Airport
Distance
88km (55 miles) from Krabi