The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) highlights Phuket OneMap as a digital portal that consolidates these core bus routes. Designed to support both tourists and residents, the platform provides reliable, up-to-date information on routes, timetables, and live bus locations to assist with trip planning.
While a wide range of transportation options are available across Phuket—including tuk-tuks, taxis, app-based ride services, local minibuses, songthaews (shared pick-up trucks), motorbike taxis, car and motorbike rentals, and private charters—Phuket OneMap focuses specifically on six public bus lines operated by local authorities and private entities.
Explore the system at: onemap.phuket.cloud
Phuket Smart Bus
Air-conditioned public buses connecting Phuket International Airport with major beaches and town centres.
Operated by: Phuket City Development Co., Ltd. (PKCD)
Fares: 50–170 Baht per trip (day-pass options available)
Routes & Stops:
- Airport ↔ Rawai (08:15–23:30 / 06:45–19:30)
Key stops: Phuket International Airport, Thalang Public Health Office, Baan Khian, Cherngtalay (Boat Avenue & Laguna), Surin Beach, Kamala (Fantasea & Big C), Patong (Jungceylon), Karon (Circle & Stadium), Kata Palm, Sai Yuan, Rawai Beach - Patong ↔ Phuket Bus Terminal 1 (06:00–21:00 / 06:00–20:00)
Key stops: Phuket Bus Terminal 1, Chillva Market, Lotus’s Samkong, Andamanda Waterpark, Patong Beach
The Dragon Line
Free electric shuttle serving a circular route through Phuket Old Town.
Operated by: Phuket Province / Smart City Initiative (PKCD-supported)
Service hours: 10:00–21:00
Fare: Free for all users (locals and tourists)
Route & Stops:
Circular loop with 16 designated stops, including: Opposite Limelight, CIMB Bank, Phuket Terminal 1, Royal Phuket City, Pearl Hotel, Kaset Market, Office Mate, Ko-Ang Seafood, Red Plaza, Coffee Talk, Krungthai Bank, Islamic Bank, Phuket Thaihua Museum, Dibuk Road, Wat Mongkolnimit, and returning to Limelight.
Buses run every 15 minutes.
Phuket EV Bus
Modern, electric buses serving city routes between piers, markets, shopping centres, and residential areas.
Operated by: Phuket Provincial Administration Organisation (PPAO)
Fares: 15–40 Baht per trip (free for eligible riders: students in uniform, monks/priests, elderly, persons with disabilities)
Routes & Stops:
- Route 1 – Saphan Hin ↔ Central Phuket (05:45–18:00)
Key stops: Saphan Hin Park, Central Phuket shopping mall - Route 2 – Chalong Pier ↔ Supercheap (Samkong) (05:45–17:30)
Key stops: Bangkok Hospital Phuket, Chillva Market, Lotus’s Samkong, Andamanda Waterpark, Phuket Bus Terminal - Route 3 – Rassada Pier ↔ Andamanda Phuket Water Park (05:45–18:30)
Key stops: Rassada Pier, Andamanda Phuket Water Park, Suan Nam neighbourhood
All six routes listed above are integrated into the Phuket OneMap platform for live tracking and trip planning.
Why Use Phuket OneMap?
• Live bus arrival times
• Clear and easy-to-follow route maps
• Access to key beaches, cultural sites, shopping areas, and public piers
• Affordable, air-conditioned, and increasingly electric-powered public options
How to Use Phuket OneMap
- Visit: onemap.phuket.cloud
- Select your bus route or service line
- View real-time bus positions and estimated arrival times
- Use the map to identify nearest bus stops, transfer points, and landmarks
- Click for timetable and route details
Tip: No app download needed—just use a mobile browser for full functionality.
Tips for First-Time Bus Riders in Phuket
- Be patient: bus frequency may vary depending on route and time of day
- Arrive early at the stop, especially during peak tourist hours
- Keep small change for fare (where contactless payment is unavailable)
- Stop signage may be limited—check landmarks on OneMap before travelling
- Bus services are not 24/7; check the last departure time for each line
- Allow buffer time when connecting to flights or appointments
Phuket OneMap is developed by Phuket City Development Co., Ltd. (PKCD) in collaboration with local government agencies. It is part of a broader smart city initiative aimed at improving urban mobility, reducing traffic congestion, and supporting more sustainable tourism. The platform integrates live data from Phuket’s key public bus operators into a single, user-friendly system for both visitors and locals.
