THE SHORT VERSION
Khao Lak to Karon at a glance.
- From
- Khao Lak เขาหลัก
- To
- Karon กะรน
- Road distance
- About 110 km
- Straight line
- 88 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~1 h 45 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Karon to Khao Lak →
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Khao Lak
Khao Lak is a beach area on the Andaman coast north of Phuket, on Highway 4. Buses between Phuket and Ranong or Takua Pa stop along the main road.
- Highway 4 stops
Buses stop along the main road; minivans often go to hotels.
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.
- Check pickup times the evening before. Hotel runs can start early.
KEEP GOING
From Karon, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Karon
More buses from Khao Lak
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Khao Lak from Karon by road?+
About 110 km by road (88 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Khao Lak to Karon take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 1 h 45 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 Khao Lak?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Khao Lak include Highway 4 stops, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Karon to Khao Lak?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Karon to Khao Lak guide.
Where does the bus from Khao Lak arrive in Karon?+
It depends on the operator. In Karon, services use Hotel pickups. From Phuket Bus Terminal 2, take a taxi or songthaew to Karon.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Karon?+
From Phuket Bus Terminal 2, take a taxi or songthaew to Karon.
What kind of bus runs from Khao Lak to Karon?+
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 Khao Lak to Karon 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 Karon by bus?+
Direct buses from Karon include Krabi Town, Ao Nang, Phuket Town, Bangkok, Khao Sok. See all connections on our Karon 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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