The route in four stages
| Stage | What it is like |
|---|---|
| 1. North along Highway 402 | From the airport the car heads north, away from the beaches, towards the end of the island. |
| 2. Sarasin Bridge | The bridge carries Highway 402 across the water to Phang Nga province. You are on the mainland after it. |
| 3. Highway 4 through Phang Nga | The longest stage. The road crosses Phang Nga province with limestone cliffs on the horizon. |
| 4. Ao Luek to Krabi Town | The road enters Krabi province through Ao Luek and continues to the town on the Krabi River. |
The total is 165 km. The driver decides the lanes and overtaking on the day.
What 2 hours 40 minutes includes
It is driving time from the airport to Krabi Town in normal traffic. It does not include immigration, baggage or the walk to the meeting gate. Any stop on the way adds to it, and so does a hotel on the far side of Krabi.
The average speed is not high, because Highway 4 passes through towns and villages and the road is shared with lorries and local traffic. That is why 165 km takes more than two and a half hours.
When it takes longer
- Heavy rain slows the mainland road more than it slows the highway on Phuket.
- Daytime traffic through the towns adds minutes. At night the road is clearer, but the driver has the same 165 km to cover.
- If you have a boat or a tour to catch in Krabi, plan a clear margin on top of the 2 hours 40 minutes.
Krabi compared with other long trips
Distance and time do not rise at the same rate. Koh Lanta is 40 km farther than Krabi but takes only 20 minutes more.
| From the airport to | Distance | Time by road |
|---|---|---|
| Khao Lak | 80 km | 1 hour 30 minutes |
| Khao Sok | 135 km | 2 hours 20 minutes |
| Krabi Airport | 145 km | 2 hours |
| Krabi Town | 165 km | 2 hours 40 minutes |
| Koh Lanta | 205 km | 3 hours |
| Donsak Pier | 260 km | 3 hours 30 minutes |
The fixed price for Krabi Town starts at 4,599 THB per car. The price page lists all four cars.
Questions about this transfer
How many kilometres is it from Phuket airport to Krabi?
165 km by road to Krabi Town. Krabi Airport is closer, at 145 km.
How long does the drive take?
About 2 hours 40 minutes to Krabi Town in normal traffic, without stops.
Which roads does the car use?
Highway 402 north to the Sarasin Bridge, then Highway 4 across Phang Nga province and into Krabi province.
Is Krabi Airport quicker than Krabi Town?
Yes. It is 145 km and about 2 hours from Phuket airport.
Does the time include getting out of the airport?
No. It is driving time only. Immigration and baggage come first, and the driver waits for you at the meeting gate.