How to Navigate and Get Around Phuket, Thailand
Phuket is the largest island in Thailand and a very popular tourist destination. With an international airport, tourists from all over the world flock to the island to relax on its golden shores, and party in the numerous bars and clubs that line the city streets. However, with so much to see and do during your time in Phuket, it’s a good idea to know how to navigate the island. We’ve explained the main transportation options below to make planning your trip as easy as possible.
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Bus
Small local buses connect Phuket’s Old Town with most of the beach resorts on the island, including Karon, Surin,andPatong. Buses are cheap and generally reliable, but because of the number of stops they make, they can be pretty slow. Two routes also offer air-conditioned buses. These run between the Laemchan Public Health Center and Rajaphat Institute, and the Phuket Vocational College and Big C. It’s a lot more comfortable to travel on these if you have the opportunity to do so.
Songthaew
Songthaews are small pick up trucks that you can jump on and off at will. They tend to follow a circular route, though you can always check with ..... Read more