THE SHORT VERSION
Bangkok to Krabi Town at a glance.
- From
- Bangkok กรุงเทพมหานคร
- To
- Krabi Town กระบี่
- Road distance
- About 773 km
- Straight line
- 654 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~9 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Krabi Town to Bangkok →
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Bangkok
Bangkok is Thailand's capital and its main long-distance bus hub, with separate terminals for the north and north-east, the east, and the south. International buses to Cambodia and Laos also start here.
- Mo Chit (Northern) Bus Terminal
Routes to the north and north-east, and many international buses. - Ekkamai (Eastern) Bus Terminal
Routes to the east coast, such as Pattaya and Trat. - Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai)
Routes to the south and west.
Arriving in Krabi Town
White songthaews run from the bus terminal to Krabi Town and on to Ao Nang.
- Krabi Bus Terminal · สถานีขนส่งกระบี่
Outside the town centre. Long-distance and regional buses and minivans. - Khlong Jilad Pier
Ferries to Koh Phi Phi and Koh Lanta.

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.
- Many minivans to Ao Nang and the islands include a hotel pickup. Ask when booking.
KEEP GOING
From Krabi Town, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Krabi Town
More buses from Bangkok
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Bangkok from Krabi Town by road?+
About 773 km by road (654 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Bangkok to Krabi Town take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 9 h 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 Bangkok?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Bangkok include Mo Chit (Northern) Bus Terminal, Ekkamai (Eastern) Bus Terminal, Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai), and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Krabi Town to Bangkok?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Krabi Town to Bangkok guide.
Where does the bus from Bangkok arrive in Krabi Town?+
It depends on the operator. In Krabi Town, services use Krabi Bus Terminal, Khlong Jilad Pier. White songthaews run from the bus terminal to Krabi Town and on to Ao Nang.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Krabi Town?+
White songthaews run from the bus terminal to Krabi Town and on to Ao Nang.
What kind of bus runs from Bangkok to Krabi Town?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Bangkok to Krabi Town 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 Krabi Town by bus?+
Direct buses from Krabi Town include Railay, Surat Thani, Patong, Karon, Donsak and more. See all connections on our Krabi Town bus page.
FOLLOW THE INFORMATION
Clear sources. Better decisions.
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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