THE SHORT VERSION
Ao Nang to Railay at a glance.
- From
- Ao Nang อ่าวนาง
- To
- Railay ไร่เลย์
- Road distance
- About 7 km
- Straight line
- 3 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Railay to Ao Nang →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Ao Nang
Ao Nang is Krabi's main beach resort and the jumping-off point for longtail boats to Railay. Long-distance buses stop at Krabi Bus Terminal; songthaews and minivans cover the last stretch.
- Hotel pickups and the beach road
Minivans collect from hotels; songthaews run along the main road to Krabi Town.
Arriving in Railay
Check whether your ticket includes the boat. At low tide you may need to wade to the boat.
- Longtail boat landings
Boats from Ao Nang beach and from Krabi Town.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Pack light: there's no road access and the boats are small.
KEEP GOING
From Railay, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Railay
More buses from Ao Nang
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Ao Nang from Railay by road?+
About 7 km by road (3 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Ao Nang to Railay take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 15 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Ao Nang?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Ao Nang include Hotel pickups and the beach road, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Railay to Ao Nang?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Railay to Ao Nang guide.
Where does the bus from Ao Nang arrive in Railay?+
It depends on the operator. In Railay, services use Longtail boat landings. Check whether your ticket includes the boat. At low tide you may need to wade to the boat.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Railay?+
Check whether your ticket includes the boat. At low tide you may need to wade to the boat.
What kind of vehicle runs from Ao Nang to Railay?+
12Go lists minivan (shared van) services on this route rather than full-size buses. Vans are usually quicker but have less luggage space, so check the luggage allowance for your departure before you book.
Can I book the Ao Nang to Railay bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Railay by bus?+
Direct buses from Railay include Krabi Town, Surat Thani, Phuket Town, Patong, Penang (George Town) and more. See all connections on our Railay bus page.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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