Raindancer Posted August 30, 2012 Share Posted August 30, 2012 I am trying to ascertain the best method of transportation to Khao Lak from Phuket Airport. The hotel in question is asking for 1700 baht one way transfer charges. Is this normal or can anyone assist me in trying something more reasonable for this 100 km journey. Their price sems a little tourist orientated. But maybe I am out of touch with local pricing structures. Please reply by PM. Many thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shot Posted August 30, 2012 Share Posted August 30, 2012 Considering the taxi prices on Phuket, I would say 1700 is a bargin. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevenl Posted August 30, 2012 Share Posted August 30, 2012 Taxi from there will be 1500 Baht normally. So 1700 Baht is certainly not outrageous. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BabyJebus Posted August 30, 2012 Share Posted August 30, 2012 i'll do it for 1399 on a day im not busy 17L of gas for about 600 baht that leaves 800b of free food at the beach Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobobo Posted August 30, 2012 Share Posted August 30, 2012 To Bang Niang 10 minutes or so further up. I pay 1200-1400. Have done the trip 2 times during the last month, so I think the prices are up to date.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raindancer Posted August 31, 2012 Author Share Posted August 31, 2012 Many thanks to you all for your kind replies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keestha Posted August 31, 2012 Share Posted August 31, 2012 Haggle with the drivers which will approach you when you step out of the arrival hall, you should be able to get it for 1200 Baht. Have the telephone number of the hotel in Khao Lak at hand, so that they, if needed, can explain the driver where the hotel is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BOBBYTIN Posted August 31, 2012 Share Posted August 31, 2012 contact boss taxis,he is the most reliable,you can look on tripadvisor,he charges my customers 1200b. i dont think you will find cheaper than that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BOBBYTIN Posted August 31, 2012 Share Posted August 31, 2012 contact boss taxis,he is the most reliable,you can look on tripadvisor,he charges my customers 1200b. i dont think you will find cheaper than that having said that ,it depends which hotel,if you are at le meridien then it is miles from khao lak,but if you are staying in khao lak,that is the going rate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tartempion Posted September 1, 2012 Share Posted September 1, 2012 (edited) all this guy from Khao Lak, he drives a Honda civic: 08 5786 xxxxxxx, last time I used him (March 2012) paid 1000b Please use PM function. Edited September 6, 2012 by Rooo Number removed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sydneycraig Posted September 7, 2012 Share Posted September 7, 2012 Not a problem for many but the unofficial (iligal?) taxis won't carry any insurance for carrying fare paying passengers right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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