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Phuket Bus Terminal 2: travel guide (Bangkok, Krabi, Surat Thani, Koh Samui buses)

Phuket Bus Terminal 2: how to reach it by Smart Bus Route 2, what buses leave from here and tips for onward travel to Bangkok and the islands.

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Last updated: October 21, 2026

Phuket Bus Terminal 2 ("Bus Terminal 2", "BKS 2") is Phuket's long-distance bus station. Buses to Bangkok's Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai) and to Chatuchak (Mo Chit 2) leave from here.[1] Bus Terminal 1 is a different station, so check which terminal is printed on your ticket.

Getting there

  • Phuket Smart Bus Route 2: the route runs between Patong and Bus Terminal 2 via Kathu, Samkong, Phuket Town and Bus Terminal 1.[2] The flat fare from Bus Terminal 2 to Patong Beach is 50 THB.[3]
  • From the airport: Phuket Smart Bus Route 1 connects the airport with Cherngtalay, Kamala, Patong, Kata and Rawai, so it does not stop at Terminal 2. Change in Phuket Town, or take a taxi or Grab.[2]
  • Taxi, Grab and tuk-tuk: the usual choice with luggage. Agree on a price before you get in, or use a ride-hailing app.

Buses and onward travel

Several bus companies sell tickets for services from this terminal, and the state-owned Transport Co. sells its Phuket to Bangkok tickets online.[1] Compare departure times and bus classes at two or three counters when several companies run the same route.

These route guides cover the journeys that start here: Bangkok, Surat Thani, Songkhla, Koh Samui, Koh Phangan, Chiang Mai, Donsak, Krabi, Khao Sok, Khao Lak and Phang Nga. For the way back, see Chumphon, Hat Yai, Krabi, Surat Thani, Koh Samui, Koh Phangan and Chiang Mai.

Tips

  • Check the terminal name on your ticket, because Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 are different stations.
  • For beaches such as Kata or Karon, Terminal 2 is far from the sea. Budget extra time and money for the last leg, or take the Smart Bus to Patong and change there.
  • Pay only at the counters or through your online booking, and ignore touts who say your bus is full or cancelled.

Sources and background

Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.

  1. [1] BusTicket.in.th (Transport Co., Ltd. ticketing): Bus schedule from Phuket to Bangkok. Retrieved October 21, 2026.
  2. [2] Phuket Smart Bus: Phuket Smart Bus 3 routes. Retrieved October 21, 2026.
  3. [3] Phuket Smart Bus: Phuket Smart Bus timetable and fares. Retrieved October 21, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Phuket Bus Terminal 2?

Phuket Bus Terminal 2 is Phuket's long-distance bus station. Phuket Smart Bus Route 2 starts here and continues via Bus Terminal 1 and Phuket Town to Patong. Bus Terminal 1 is a different station, so check which terminal your ticket names.

Which buses leave from Phuket Bus Terminal 2?

Long-distance buses to Bangkok's Southern Bus Terminal (Sai Tai Mai) and to Chatuchak (Mo Chit 2) leave from here, among other services. See the route guides on this page for onward journeys.

How do I get from Phuket Bus Terminal 2 to Patong?

Take Phuket Smart Bus Route 2 from Bus Terminal 2 via Phuket Town to Patong for a flat 50 THB. A taxi or Grab is the alternative.

Does the airport bus go to Phuket Bus Terminal 2?

No. Phuket Smart Bus Route 1 connects the airport with Cherngtalay, Kamala, Patong, Kata and Rawai. To reach Terminal 2, change in Phuket Town or take a taxi or Grab.

How much is the bus from Phuket to Bangkok?

The fare depends on the company and bus class. Compare the counters at the terminal or the online booking of the Transport Co. for your date.

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