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How to get from Phuket Airport to Patong
Last verified:
November 9, 2026
The short answer
The cheapest way is the Phuket Smart Bus at 100 THB, but the airport lists it as running from morning to evening only and it makes many stops on the way. Taxis and the airport limousine counter are in the arrivals area, and Grab has a pickup point at the terminal. Uber does not operate in Phuket. With luggage, kids or a late arrival, a Mozio private transfer from $20.40 takes you to your hotel at a fixed price, with your flight tracked.
Private transfer
from $20.40
Distance & time
about 35 km (22 mi)
/
about 56-65 min
Uber available?
No
Top ride-hailing app
Grab (Bolt and inDrive also used)
Mozio private transfer
Price
from $20.40
Time
about 56-65 min depending on traffic
What to know
Fixed price booked in advance; your driver tracks your flight and meets you.
Mozio private van
Price
from $28.16
Time
about 56-65 min depending on traffic
What to know
Private van for groups and extra luggage, one fixed price for the whole vehicle.
Taxi
Price
Metered plus 100 THB airport surcharge (total varies)
Time
about 56-65 min
What to know
Metered taxi or EV taxi counter; a 100 THB airport surcharge is added to the meter.
Ride-hailing
Price
Varies with demand
Time
about 56-65 min
What to know
Grab is the main app with an airport pickup point; Uber does not operate in Phuket.
Public transport
Price
100 THB
Time
about 90 min (estimate, many stops)
What to know
Flat 100 THB airport to Patong; the airport lists 08.00 to 20.00 from the airport; pickup at Exit 3.
Rental car
Price
Not recommended
Time
Depends on traffic and parking
What to know
Patong has heavy traffic and scarce parking, so a rental car is a poor choice for a short hotel transfer.
Which option is best for you?
Budget solo traveler
Best option
Public transport
Why
A flat 100 THB is the lowest fare listed, if you land during the bus hours and can handle the many stops.
Families with kids
Best option
Mozio private transfer
Why
Your driver meets you in arrivals and takes you to the hotel door: no bus stops or transfers with a stroller.
Groups or lots of luggage
Best option
Mozio private van
Why
One fixed price for the whole van, from $28.16, split however you like.
Business travelers
Best option
Mozio private transfer
Why
Fixed price agreed in advance and flight tracking, so a delay doesn't leave you hunting for a ride.
Late-night arrivals
Best option
Mozio private transfer
Why
Your driver waits even if you land in the evening, after the airport's listed Smart Bus hours.
First-time visitors
Best option
Taxi
Why
Taxi and limousine counters are in the arrivals area, and the meter is regulated, no app needed.
No
Uber does not operate in Phuket: it left Southeast Asia in 2018 when Grab took over its regional business, so use Grab. Phuket Airport lists a Grab service counter and pickup point on Floor 1 of the arrival area (Gate 14, Terminal 2) for GrabCar, GrabSUV and JustGrab. Bolt and inDrive are used on the island but have not been able to pick up at the terminal itself. We have not measured Grab prices for this route; the price is quoted when you book and moves with demand.
Each option in detail
Mozio private transfer
Price
from $20.40
Typical time
about 56-65 min depending on traffic
A private car for up to a few travelers with standard luggage. You see the full price before paying, and it does not change with traffic or flight delays. Your driver takes you to your hotel door in Patong, so no bus stops or transfers with bags.
- Flight tracked: your driver adjusts to delays
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup
- Instant confirmation and 24/7 support
Mozio private van
Price
from $28.16
Typical time
about 56-65 min depending on traffic
The easy pick for groups, families with strollers or travelers with surfboards and large cases. One price for the whole van, split however you like, with the same flight tracking and meet and greet as the private car.
- Flight tracked: your driver adjusts to delays
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup
- Instant confirmation and 24/7 support
Taxi
Metered taxis and EV taxis are listed by the airport in the arrivals area. One airport listing for EVme VIP Taxi gives meter fares starting at 150 baht for the first 2 km, plus a 100 baht airport surcharge set by the Ministry of Transport. The airport does not publish a fixed fare to Patong, so the total depends on the meter and traffic. Airport limousine counters also operate in the arrivals building, and the airport does not publish their Patong prices either: ask the counter for the price before you get in.
Price
Metered plus 100 THB airport surcharge (total varies)
Typical time
about 56-65 min
Ride-hailing
Book in the Grab app, then go to the Grab counter and pickup point on Floor 1 of the arrival area (Gate 14, Terminal 2), where GrabCar, GrabSUV and JustGrab are available. The price is shown before you confirm but moves with demand, time of day and car type. Bolt and inDrive are used on the island, but drivers have not been able to pick up at the terminal. Check the plate against the app before you get in.
Price
Varies with demand
Typical time
about 56-65 min
Public transport
The Phuket Smart Bus leaves from Exit 3 on Floor 1 of the main terminal. The airport lists a fare of 100 THB and the route Airport, Bann Khian, Cherngtalay, Surin Beach, Kamala, Patong, Karon, Kata and Rawai. The AOT page for the airport to Patong direction gives hours of 08.00 to 20.00 (Patong to the airport 06.00 to 18.30), so a late arrival will miss it. Journey time is not on the airport page; operator timetables and guides suggest about 90 minutes because of the stops (our estimate). Check phuketsmartbus.com for the current timetable.
Price
100 THB
Typical time
about 90 min (estimate, many stops)
Rental car
Only worth it if you plan to explore the island for several days. For Patong itself, a taxi, Grab or a private transfer is simpler.
Price
Not recommended
Typical time
Depends on traffic and parking
- Uber does not operate in Phuket. Use Grab, and follow the app to the Grab pickup point at Gate 14 of the arrival area.
- Taxis add a 100 THB airport surcharge on top of the meter. Ask limousine counters for the full price before you accept.
- Do not confuse the Smart Bus with the airport bus to Phuket Town: it does not go to the beaches.
- Ignore people offering rides in the arrivals hall. Use the official counters, the Grab point or your pre-booked driver.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a taxi from Phuket Airport to Patong?
The airport does not publish a fixed fare. Meter taxis add a 100 baht airport surcharge set by the Ministry of Transport, and the total depends on the meter and traffic. Limousine counters quote their own prices, so ask before you get in.
Does Uber work in Phuket?
No. Uber left Southeast Asia in 2018. Use Grab, which has a counter and pickup point at Phuket Airport. Bolt and inDrive are used on the island but cannot reliably pick up at the terminal.
What is the cheapest way from Phuket Airport to Patong?
The Phuket Smart Bus at 100 THB, which runs from the airport to Patong and on to Karon, Kata and Rawai. It makes many stops and has set hours.
Is there a bus from Phuket Airport to Patong at night?
The airport lists the Smart Bus to Patong from 08.00 to 20.00, so a late arrival needs a taxi, Grab or a pre-booked transfer.
How do I get from Phuket Airport to Patong with a lot of luggage?
Go by car so you skip the bus stops. For three or more people with big bags, a private van fits everyone and everything in one vehicle.
What happens if my flight is delayed and I've booked a Mozio transfer?
Your driver tracks your flight and adjusts the pickup time, at no extra cost. If your plans change, there is free cancellation up to 6 hours before pickup on most rides.
How we compiled this guide
Mozio prices are public prices from Mozio's booking system (lowest sedan and van rates for this route, measured live on 2026-11-09 for a 10 December trip). Smart Bus, limousine, taxi and Grab information was checked against Phuket International Airport's (AOT) transport pages on 2026-11-09; the Uber status is based on its 2018 exit from Southeast Asia. Where no official figure exists (journey times, meter totals, ride-hailing prices), we give a range and mark it as an estimate or leave it out. We did not measure ride-hailing prices for this route.
Last verified
November 9, 2026
Sources
- Phuket International Airport (AOT): transportation
- Phuket International Airport (AOT): Phuket Smart Bus
- Phuket International Airport (AOT): airport limousine
- Phuket International Airport (AOT): EVme VIP Taxi
- Phuket International Airport (AOT): Grab
- Phuket Smart Bus
- TTG Asia: Uber pulls out of Southeast Asia, Grab takes over (2018)
- Flight tracked: your driver adjusts to delays
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup
- Instant confirmation and 24/7 support
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