THE SHORT VERSION
Don Mueang Airport (DMK) to Phuket Town at a glance.
- From
- Don Mueang Airport (DMK) ท่าอากาศยานดอนเมือง
- To
- Phuket Town ภูเก็ต
- Road distance
- About 897 km
- Straight line
- 713 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~11 h 30 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Phuket Town to Don Mueang Airport (DMK) →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Don Mueang Airport (DMK)
Don Mueang Airport (DMK) is Bangkok's older airport, used mainly by low-cost airlines, about 25 km north of the centre. It's close to the Mo Chit northern bus terminal.
- Don Mueang International Airport · ท่าอากาศยานดอนเมือง
City buses and limousine services leave from outside arrivals; some long-distance vans collect here.
Arriving in Phuket Town
From the terminal, songthaews, taxis and ride-hail apps reach Phuket Town and the beaches. Local buses to the beaches leave from near the old-town market.
- Phuket Bus Terminal 2
About 4 km north of Phuket Town. The main long-distance terminal. - Phuket Bus Terminal 1
The small old terminal in town. Some regional and local services. - Rassada Pier
Ferries to Koh Phi Phi, Krabi 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.
- Tuk-tuk drivers at the terminal may say the local bus has finished. Check for yourself.
- Beach towns such as Patong and Karon are a separate drive from the bus terminal.
KEEP GOING
From Phuket Town, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Phuket Town
More buses from Don Mueang Airport (DMK)
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Don Mueang Airport (DMK) from Phuket Town by road?+
About 897 km by road (713 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Don Mueang Airport (DMK) to Phuket Town take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 11 h 30 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 Don Mueang Airport (DMK)?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Don Mueang Airport (DMK) include Don Mueang International Airport, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Phuket Town to Don Mueang Airport (DMK)?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Phuket Town to Don Mueang Airport (DMK) guide.
Where does the bus from Don Mueang Airport (DMK) arrive in Phuket Town?+
It depends on the operator. In Phuket Town, services use Phuket Bus Terminal 2, Phuket Bus Terminal 1, Rassada Pier. From the terminal, songthaews, taxis and ride-hail apps reach Phuket Town and the beaches. Local buses to the beaches leave from near the old-town market.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Phuket Town?+
From the terminal, songthaews, taxis and ride-hail apps reach Phuket Town and the beaches. Local buses to the beaches leave from near the old-town market.
What kind of vehicle runs from Don Mueang Airport (DMK) to Phuket Town?+
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 Don Mueang Airport (DMK) to Phuket 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 Phuket Town by bus?+
Direct buses from Phuket Town include Patong, Karon, Khao Lak, Krabi Town, Railay and more. See all connections on our Phuket Town 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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