Landing at Phuket Airport and heading to Elephant Trekking? Your driver meets you at arrivals and takes you straight to your door, about 42 km and around 45 min. One fixed price per car, not per person.
Elephant camps sit on the hillsides around Kata, Chalong and the road to Big Buddha. Today many visitors choose ethical sanctuaries that offer feeding, walking alongside and watching the elephants bathe, rather than riding. A visit usually takes 1.5 to 2 hours.
Our driver picks you up anywhere in Phuket, drives the route below and waits if you book a return. Fixed price per car, tolls and fuel included.
Good to know
- 01Choose a sanctuary with no riding and no shows; ask us if you want a recommendation.
- 02Wear clothes you don't mind getting wet or muddy.
- 03Morning sessions are cooler for you and the elephants.
Coming back? Elephant Trekking to Phuket Airport taxi →
Staying near Elephant Trekking for a few days? Explore Phuket with a car and driver by the hour or build your own City Tour.
Route · 42 km
Route Phuket Airport → Elephant Trekking, step by step
- 0 km
Phuket Airport (HKT)
Meet and greet at arrivals (HKT)
- 42 km
Elephant Trekking
via Hwy 402 → Bypass Rd (Chao Fa) → Kata–Chalong Rd · Drop-off at your address
Distances are counted from Phuket Airport. The driver may change the road for traffic or weather; the price stays the same.
Price Phuket Airport to Elephant Trekking by vehicle
Taxi Sedan
Toyota Corolla Altis taxi or similar · 2 passengers · 1–2 bags
฿1,270
Eco-Car Economy
Toyota Corolla Altis or similar · 3 passengers · 1–3 bags
฿1,420
Luxury Sedan
Toyota Camry or similar · 3 passengers · 1–3 bags
฿1,540
Family MPV
Toyota Innova or similar · 4 passengers · 1–4 bags
฿1,670
Family SUV
Toyota Fortuner or similar · 4 passengers · 1–5 bags
฿1,790
Mini Van VIP
Toyota Commuter VIP van · 8 passengers · 1–8 bags
฿2,210
All New VIP Van
New-generation Toyota Commuter VIP van · 8 passengers · 1–8 bags
Ask
Pickup Truck
Isuzu D-Max Spacecab with closed cargo box or similar · 4 passengers · 1–6 bags
฿2,340
Hyundai H-1 VIP
Hyundai H-1 VIP · 5 passengers · 4–5 bags
฿2,860
Toyota Alphard
Toyota Alphard · 5 passengers · 1–5 bags
฿5,860
one way · per car · THB
Questions about Phuket Airport to Elephant Trekking
How much is a taxi from Phuket Airport to Elephant Trekking?+
A private car from Phuket Airport to Elephant Trekking starts at 1,270 THB one way per car, with fuel and tolls included.
How long is the drive from Phuket Airport to Elephant Trekking?+
The road distance is about 42 km, around 45 min of driving. Allow more time on Friday and holiday traffic.
Is the price per person or per car?+
Per car. The same fixed price applies whether you travel alone or with the full number of seats.
Can I stop on the way to Elephant Trekking?+
Yes. Toilet and food stops are free. Ask your driver for a short photo stop on the way.
How do I book?+
Press BOOKNOW, tell us the pick-up place in Phuket Airport, date, time and number of passengers. We confirm quickly.
