THE SHORT VERSION
Hat Yai to Phitsanulok at a glance.
- From
- Hat Yai หาดใหญ่
- To
- Phitsanulok พิษณุโลก
- Road distance
- About 1303 km
- Straight line
- 1091 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~15 h 30 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Not listed as direct
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Hat Yai
Hat Yai is southern Thailand's largest city and the main hub for buses to the deep south and Malaysia. It has a main bus station and a separate minivan station.
- Hat Yai Bus Station
Near CentralFestival. Buses across the south and to Bangkok. - Hat Yai Minivan Station
Minivans to towns across the south.
Arriving in Phitsanulok
Songthaews and tuk-tuks connect the terminals with the centre.
- Phitsanulok bus terminals
Two terminals; long-distance services use the one outside the centre.
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.
- Frequent buses run to Sukhothai, about an hour away.
KEEP GOING
From Phitsanulok, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Phitsanulok
More buses from Hat Yai
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Hat Yai from Phitsanulok by road?+
About 1303 km by road (1091 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Hat Yai to Phitsanulok take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 15 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 Hat Yai?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Hat Yai include Hat Yai Bus Station, Hat Yai Minivan Station, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Phitsanulok to Hat Yai?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Phitsanulok to Hat Yai as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Hat Yai arrive in Phitsanulok?+
It depends on the operator. In Phitsanulok, services use Phitsanulok bus terminals. Songthaews and tuk-tuks connect the terminals with the centre.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Phitsanulok?+
Songthaews and tuk-tuks connect the terminals with the centre.
What kind of bus runs from Hat Yai to Phitsanulok?+
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 Hat Yai to Phitsanulok 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 Phitsanulok by bus?+
Direct buses from Phitsanulok include Sukhothai, Mae Sot, Lampang, Ayutthaya, Khon Kaen and more. See all connections on our Phitsanulok 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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