THE SHORT VERSION
Patong to Koh Phi Phi at a glance.
- From
- Patong ป่าตอง
- To
- Koh Phi Phi เกาะพีพี
- Straight line
- 56 km
- Return route
- Koh Phi Phi to Patong →
Ready to travel from Patong to Koh Phi Phi?
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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 Koh Phi Phi
There are no cars on the island. Walk or use a porter from the pier.
- Tonsai Pier
The main arrival pier on Phi Phi Don.
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.
- A small island entry fee is collected at the pier.
KEEP GOING
From Koh Phi Phi, the road continues.
This trip includes a boat crossing. For ferry routes and timetables, see our sister site FerryConnect.
Other ways to reach Koh Phi Phi
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How long does the bus from Patong to Koh Phi Phi take?+
Journey times depend on the service and any boat connection. 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 Koh Phi Phi to Patong?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Koh Phi Phi to Patong guide.
Where does the bus from Patong arrive in Koh Phi Phi?+
It depends on the operator. In Koh Phi Phi, services use Tonsai Pier. There are no cars on the island. Walk or use a porter from the pier.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Koh Phi Phi?+
There are no cars on the island. Walk or use a porter from the pier.
What kind of vehicle runs from Patong to Koh Phi Phi?+
Tickets to Koh Phi Phi usually combine a bus or van with a boat. The vehicle type, seat style and boat connection are shown for each departure on 12Go.
Can I book the Patong to Koh Phi Phi 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 Koh Phi Phi by bus?+
Direct buses from Koh Phi Phi include Ao Nang, Bangkok, Karon, Khao Lak, Khao Sok and more. See all connections on our Koh Phi Phi bus page.
Does the trip to Koh Phi Phi include a ferry?+
Yes, Koh Phi Phi is an island, so the journey includes a boat crossing. Check whether your ticket covers the boat and the transfer from the pier, and allow for weather delays.
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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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