THE SHORT VERSION
Phuket Town to Nakhon Si Thammarat at a glance.
- From
- Phuket Town ภูเก็ต
- To
- Nakhon Si Thammarat นครศรีธรรมราช
- Road distance
- About 787 km
- Straight line
- 593 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~9 h 30 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Nakhon Si Thammarat to Phuket Town →
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Phuket Town
Phuket is Thailand's largest island, joined to the mainland by a bridge, so buses run straight onto it. Long-distance buses use Phuket Bus Terminal 2, about 4 km north of Phuket Town, with services to Bangkok, Krabi, Surat Thani, Hat Yai and more.
- Phuket Bus Terminal 2
About 4 km north of Phuket Town. The main long-distance terminal. - Phuket Bus Terminal 1
The small old terminal in town. Some regional and local services. - Rassada Pier
Ferries to Koh Phi Phi, Krabi and Koh Lanta.
Arriving in Nakhon Si Thammarat
Ask the seller where the service ends in Nakhon Si Thammarat. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.
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.
KEEP GOING
From Nakhon Si Thammarat, the road continues.
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Phuket Town from Nakhon Si Thammarat by road?+
About 787 km by road (593 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Phuket Town to Nakhon Si Thammarat take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 9 h 30 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 Phuket Town?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Phuket Town include Phuket Bus Terminal 2, Phuket Bus Terminal 1, Rassada Pier, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Nakhon Si Thammarat to Phuket Town?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Nakhon Si Thammarat to Phuket Town guide.
Where does the bus from Phuket Town arrive in Nakhon Si Thammarat?+
It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.
What kind of bus runs from Phuket Town to Nakhon Si Thammarat?+
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 Phuket Town to Nakhon Si Thammarat 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 Nakhon Si Thammarat by bus?+
Direct buses from Nakhon Si Thammarat include Donsak, Surat Thani, Hat Yai, Krabi Town, Bangkok and more. See all connections on our Nakhon Si Thammarat bus page.
FOLLOW THE INFORMATION
Clear sources. Better decisions.
Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 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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