THE SHORT VERSION
Patong to Ao Nang at a glance.
- From
- Patong ป่าตอง
- To
- Ao Nang อ่าวนาง
- Road distance
- About 183 km
- Straight line
- 60 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~2 h 45 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Ao Nang to Patong →
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Patong
Patong is Phuket's busiest beach resort, on the island's west coast. There's no long-distance bus station; minivans and buses collect from hotels, and local songthaews run to Phuket Town.
- Hotel pickups and Patong stops
Most long-distance minivans collect from hotels; local songthaews stop along the beach road.
Arriving in Ao Nang
From Krabi Bus Terminal, take a white Krabi–Ao Nang songthaew or a taxi.
- Hotel pickups and the beach road
Minivans collect from hotels; songthaews run along the main road to 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.
- Longtail boats to Railay leave from the beach; check sea conditions in the wet season.
KEEP GOING
From Ao Nang, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Ao Nang
More buses from Patong
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Patong from Ao Nang by road?+
About 183 km by road (60 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Patong to Ao Nang 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 Patong?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Patong include Hotel pickups and Patong stops, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Ao Nang to Patong?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Ao Nang to Patong guide.
Where does the bus from Patong arrive in Ao Nang?+
It depends on the operator. In Ao Nang, services use Hotel pickups and the beach road. From Krabi Bus Terminal, take a white Krabi–Ao Nang songthaew or a taxi.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Ao Nang?+
From Krabi Bus Terminal, take a white Krabi–Ao Nang songthaew or a taxi.
What kind of bus runs from Patong to Ao Nang?+
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 Patong to Ao Nang 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 Ao Nang by bus?+
Direct buses from Ao Nang include Khao Lak, Surat Thani, Karon, Donsak, Bangkok and more. See all connections on our Ao Nang 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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