Bus To Bangkok

[NanLaew]

I have a friend who is 'stranded' in Phuket in that flights are chockers at the moment. I told her to get the bus but would like to know the Phuket residents recommendation as there's bus services and there's bus services if you know what I mean!

Where to purchase ticket, how much, where to board and where it arrives in BKK would help as she is a newbie (and I don't do Phuket).

Thanks!

[LivinginKata]

I you must take the bus then the 'best' option would be the VIP bus from Phuket to Bangkok. But it still takes about 12 hours of hel_l. Buses leave from the main bus station near the Phuket Royal City Hotel. Departure times from about 07.00 in the mornings and then late afternoon/early evening 15:30, 16:00, 17:00, 18:00, 18:30

Check details http://www.busphuket.com/

[thaigerd]

Here you can find a timetable for the busses.

Departure is in Phuket Town.

Gerd

[LivinLOS]

I just booked tickets.. No problems..

Sure the ultra bargain air asia seats are full today but theres seats wed.. But Thai air full price was doable.

[2long]

The best bus is the 24seat VIP and is about 10.5hours of business-class bus travel. However, they're probably full for a few days. Next best is 32 seat VIP, but probably full, too. I once got a 2nd class bus and that WAS hel_l! All of the above go from the bus station to the Southern bus terminal in Bangkok.

An alternative is a Khao Sarn Road bus that would be cheaper, take longer and have a lot of dubious passengers and complaining Islraelis.

[LivinLOS]

The best bus is the 24seat VIP and is about 10.5hours of business-class bus travel. However, they're probably full for a few days. Next best is 32 seat VIP, but probably full, too. I once got a 2nd class bus and that WAS hel_l! All of the above go from the bus station to the Southern bus terminal in Bangkok.

An alternative is a Khao Sarn Road bus that would be cheaper, take longer and have a lot of dubious passengers and complaining Islraelis.

OP is talking Phuket to Bangkok..

[hkt83100]

I recommend going on 999 bus service. You can call them at 076211480, the office is in a side building at the bus station. 7°53'1.41"N, 98°23'45.90"E or open the attached file in Google Earth.

999BusService.kmz

[NanLaew]

Good stuff thanks. I know that VIP buses are the best to the north east so I have recommended she get in line for a seat on a 24-seater.

[stevenl]

The best bus is the 24seat VIP and is about 10.5hours of business-class bus travel. However, they're probably full for a few days. Next best is 32 seat VIP, but probably full, too. I once got a 2nd class bus and that WAS hel_l! All of the above go from the bus station to the Southern bus terminal in Bangkok.

An alternative is a Khao Sarn Road bus that would be cheaper, take longer and have a lot of dubious passengers and complaining Islraelis.

OP is talking Phuket to Bangkok..

Those buses also return to bangkok.

Would second the vip 999 suggestion, reasonably comfortable 24 seaters.

[LivinLOS]

But still I cant see what the problem is..

Went online this morning.. Flights Phuket to Bangkok.. Thai Air.. TG218 leaving at 19:15

Has seats.. Check it online..

[katabeachbum]

But still I cant see what the problem is..

Went online this morning.. Flights Phuket to Bangkok.. Thai Air.. TG218 leaving at 19:15

Has seats.. Check it online..

yepp, at 3880 baht

buses are basicly fully booked, could be lucky though

[LivinLOS]

yepp, at 3880 baht

buses are basicly fully booked, could be lucky though

Was 2600 in the morning.. Must have sold out closer to the end..

Dont forget Bangkok Air flys U-Tapao and isnt a long taxi ride for east side BKK.. Plus they have a biz class price so expect them to book out less.

[katabeachbum]

Was 2600 in the morning.. Must have sold out closer to the end..

Dont forget Bangkok Air flys U-Tapao and isnt a long taxi ride for east side BKK.. Plus they have a biz class price so expect them to book out less.

thai actually down to 2200 yesterday. peak season over I guess. a friend purchased cash in Phuket town office