THE SHORT VERSION
Phuket Town to Trat at a glance.
- From
- Phuket Town ภูเก็ต
- To
- Trat ตราด
- Road distance
- About 306 km
- Straight line
- 267 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~3 h 45 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Not listed as direct
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 Trat
Songthaews link the town with the ferry piers for the islands.
- Trat bus station
Long-distance buses and songthaews to the piers.
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.
- Thailand–Cambodia land crossings near Trat were suspended during the 2025 border dispute. Check before planning to cross.
KEEP GOING
From Trat, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Trat
More buses from Phuket Town
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Phuket Town from Trat by road?+
About 306 km by road (267 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Phuket Town to Trat take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 3 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 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 Trat to Phuket Town?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Trat to Phuket Town as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Phuket Town arrive in Trat?+
It depends on the operator. In Trat, services use Trat bus station. Songthaews link the town with the ferry piers for the islands.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Trat?+
Songthaews link the town with the ferry piers for the islands.
What kind of bus runs from Phuket Town to Trat?+
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 Trat 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 Trat by bus?+
Direct buses from Trat include Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK), Bangkok, Don Mueang Airport (DMK), Krabi Town, Chanthaburi and more. See all connections on our Trat 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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