Going from Phuket to Phayao? Airport Transfer Phuket picks you up at your door in Phuket and drives you straight to Phayao in a private air-conditioned car. The trip is about 1580 km and takes around 20 h 30 min without long stops. One fixed price per car, not per person.
Phayao is a small, peaceful northern town centred on Kwan Phayao, a large freshwater lake famous for glowing sunsets. On its shores stands Wat Si Khom Kham with Phra Chao Ton Luang, a huge and deeply revered Buddha image, while the ruins of Wat Tiloke Aram sit in the lake itself. It makes a relaxing stop on the way to Chiang Rai.
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
- 01Stroll the lakeside promenade at sunset.
- 02Take a boat out to Wat Tiloke Aram in the lake.
- 03An easy break between Lampang and Chiang Rai.
Route · 1580 km
Route Phuket → Phayao, step by step
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Phuket
Pick-up in Phuket (hotel, condo, villa, airport)
- 125 km
Takua Pa
via Hwy 402 → Hwy 4
- 300 km
Ranong
via Hwy 4
- 420 km
Chumphon
via Hwy 4
- 495 km
Bang Saphan (Koh Talu)
via Hwy 4
- 590 km
Prachuap Khiri Khan
via Hwy 4
- 650 km
Pranburi
via Hwy 4
- 680 km
Hua Hin
via Hwy 4 (Phetkasem)
- 705 km
Cha-am
via Hwy 4 (Phetkasem)
- 745 km
Phetchaburi
via Hwy 4
- 775 km
Wang Manao Junction (Pak Tho)
via Hwy 4
- 805 km
Samut Songkhram
via Hwy 35 (Rama II)
- 840 km
Samut Sakhon
via Hwy 35
- 865 km
Kanchanaphisek Outer Ring Road
via Hwy 9
- 950 km
Ayutthaya
via Hwy 9 → Hwy 32 (Asian Hwy)
- 980 km
Ang Thong
via Hwy 32
- 1020 km
Sing Buri
via Hwy 32
- 1060 km
Chai Nat
via Hwy 32 / Hwy 1
- 1120 km
Nakhon Sawan
via Hwy 1
- 1220 km
Kamphaeng Phet
via Hwy 1
- 1320 km
Tak
via Hwy 1
- 1480 km
Lampang
via Hwy 1
- 1580 km
Phayao
via Hwy 1 · Drop-off at your address
Distances are counted from Phuket town. The driver may change the road for traffic, roadworks or weather; the price stays the same.
Where we pick you up in Phuket
We collect from your hotel, villa or the airport anywhere on the island. Send the exact address when you book. From the far south, allow extra time to cross the island before the main road north.
- Patong Beach, Phuket
- Karon Beach
- Kata Beach
- Rawai Beach
- Phuket Old Town
- Laguna Phuket
- Nai Yang Beach
- Phuket Airport (HKT)
Check your exact address when booking.
Price Phuket to Phayao by vehicle

Taxi sedan
Toyota Vios / Honda City · 3 passengers · 2 bags
฿16,900

Private sedan
Toyota Corolla Altis / Camry · 3 passengers · 3 bags
฿17,000

SUV 7-seat
Toyota Fortuner / Innova · 6 passengers · 4 bags
฿20,400

VIP Van
Toyota Commuter VIP · 10 passengers · 8 bags
฿27,200

Alphard Luxury
Toyota Alphard · 5 passengers · 4 bags
฿41,400
one way · per car · THB
Questions about Phuket to Phayao
How much is a taxi from Phuket to Phayao?+
A private car from Phuket to Phayao starts at 16,900 THB one way per car, with fuel and tolls included.
How long is the drive from Phuket to Phayao?+
The road distance is about 1580 km, around 20 h 30 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 Phayao?+
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, date, time and number of passengers. We confirm quickly.







