THE SHORT VERSION
Krabi Town to Karon at a glance.
- From
- Krabi Town กระบี่
- To
- Karon กะรน
- Road distance
- About 182 km
- Straight line
- 72 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~2 h 45 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Karon to Krabi Town →
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Krabi Town
Krabi Town is the transport hub for Krabi province, the base for Ao Nang, Railay and the islands. Buses from Bangkok, Phuket, Surat Thani and Hat Yai use Krabi Bus Terminal outside the centre.
- Krabi Bus Terminal · สถานีขนส่งกระบี่
Outside the town centre. Long-distance and regional buses and minivans. - Khlong Jilad Pier
Ferries to Koh Phi Phi 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.
- 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 Krabi Town
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Krabi Town from Karon by road?+
About 182 km by road (72 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Krabi Town to Karon take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 2 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 Krabi Town?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Krabi Town include Krabi Bus Terminal, Khlong Jilad Pier, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Karon to Krabi Town?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Karon to Krabi Town guide.
Where does the bus from Krabi Town 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 Krabi Town 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 Krabi Town 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 Khao Lak, 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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