Penang to Phuket Trip Overview
Distance 351 km (219.4 miles) | |
Price range US$ 38-US$ 130 | |
Ride Duration Range 1h 5m-11h 45m | |
Earliest Departure 20:30 | |
Latest Departure 21:00 | |
Most Popular Operator |
Find up-to-date information on departure times, schedules, and prices so you can easily compare and book your tickets.
Taking a bus from Penang to Phuket
Fastest bus: 11h 45m
Cheapest bus: US$ 47

About the ride from Penang to Phuket
Penang to Phuket Route Information
The distance between Penang and Phuket is 219 miles, or approximately 351 kilometers.
There are 3 ways to get from Penang to Phuket, including bus,minivan,flight.
The earliest departure leaves at 20:30 and has a duration of 11 hours 45 minutes.
The fastest way to travel is by flight, which takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Depending on how you choose to travel, the following amenities are available:.
Penang to Phuket by bus
- Starting Price: US$ 47
- 3 departures a day, or 21 departures a week
The only travel class available is Standard.
Each bus ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all bus options.
Penang to Phuket by minivan
- Starting Price: US$ 38
- 6 departures a day, or 42 departures a week
The only travel class available is Standard.
Each minivan ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all minivan options.
Penang to Phuket by flight
- Starting Price: US$ 65
- 13 departures a day, or 91 departures a week
The only travel class available is Economy.
Each flight ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all flight options.
Companies Operating from Penang to Phuket
Popular stations and stops in Penang and Phuket
Departure stations in Penang
Arrival stations in Phuket
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Questions & Answers for Traveling from Penang to Phuket
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Who are the service providers on this route?
BUS: KST Travel | Trans Baan Ton
MINIVAN: New Asian Travel | Trans Baan Ton
FLIGHT: Malaysia Airlines | Firefly
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