THE SHORT VERSION
Donsak to Patong at a glance.
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Donsak
Donsak is the ferry port on the Gulf coast for Koh Samui and Koh Phangan. Most travellers arrive on a combined bus-and-ferry ticket.
- Raja Ferry and Seatran piers
Car and passenger ferries to Koh Samui and Koh Phangan.
Arriving in Patong
Long-distance buses arrive at Phuket Bus Terminal 2 near Phuket Town. Allow time and a taxi or songthaew over the hill to Patong.
- Hotel pickups and Patong stops
Most long-distance minivans collect from hotels; local songthaews stop along the beach road.
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.
- Traffic over the hill into Patong is slow at peak times.
KEEP GOING
From Patong, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Patong
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Donsak from Patong by road?+
About 293 km by road (221 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Donsak to Patong take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 4 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 Donsak?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Donsak include Raja Ferry and Seatran piers, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Patong to Donsak?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Patong to Donsak as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Donsak arrive in Patong?+
It depends on the operator. In Patong, services use Hotel pickups and Patong stops. Long-distance buses arrive at Phuket Bus Terminal 2 near Phuket Town. Allow time and a taxi or songthaew over the hill to Patong.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Patong?+
Long-distance buses arrive at Phuket Bus Terminal 2 near Phuket Town. Allow time and a taxi or songthaew over the hill to Patong.
What kind of bus runs from Donsak to Patong?+
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 Donsak to Patong 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 Patong by bus?+
Direct buses from Patong include Khao Lak, Krabi Town, Ao Nang, Railay, Surat Thani and more. See all connections on our Patong 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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