THE SHORT VERSION
Khao Lak to Railay at a glance.
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
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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.
Arriving in Railay
Check whether your ticket includes the boat. At low tide you may need to wade to the boat.
- Longtail boat landings
Boats from Ao Nang beach and from Krabi Town.
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.
- Pack light: there's no road access and the boats are small.
KEEP GOING
From Railay, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Railay
More buses from Khao Lak
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Khao Lak from Railay by road?+
About 140 km by road (95 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Khao Lak to Railay take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 2 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 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 Railay to Khao Lak?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Railay to Khao Lak as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Khao Lak arrive in Railay?+
It depends on the operator. In Railay, services use Longtail boat landings. Check whether your ticket includes the boat. At low tide you may need to wade to the boat.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Railay?+
Check whether your ticket includes the boat. At low tide you may need to wade to the boat.
What kind of vehicle runs from Khao Lak to Railay?+
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 Khao Lak to Railay 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 Railay by bus?+
Direct buses from Railay include Ao Nang, Krabi Town, Surat Thani, Phuket Town, Patong and more. See all connections on our Railay 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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