Region, Thailand
Getting around Krabi
How to get around Krabi
Ao Nang and Krabi Town are 20 km apart. Songthaews and Grab link them; longtail boats reach Railay and the islands. Most visitors rent a scooter.
Ways to get around Krabi
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Songthaew | About 40–100 THB | Blue trucks between Krabi Town and Ao Nang; fixed daytime routes |
| Grab | About 150–350 THB for short trips | Works in Ao Nang and Krabi Town; fewer cars at night |
| Longtail boat | 100–200 THB to Railay | Leaves from Ao Nang beach when full; no service in rough weather |
| Taxi | About 300–700 THB | Fixed prices, rarely metered; agree fare first |
Ride-hailing apps in Krabi
A 5 km ride costs about ฿150–350 ($4.5–10.4).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Grab | Works around Ao Nang and Krabi Town; fewer drivers on islands |
- Taxis and songthaews set fixed prices; agree before boarding. Hotels can book drivers for the airport and piers.
Arriving in Krabi
Krabi International (KBV)
Airport bus or shuttle to Ao Nang about 150 THB, 40 min; taxi or Grab 500–800 THB, 30–45 min.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Rented for 200–300 THB a day; helmet and motorcycle licence checks are common on the main highways.
- Driving: on the left. Drive with your home licence plus a 1949-Convention IDP; scooters need the motorcycle category or police fine you.
- Onward travel in Thailand: Cheap domestic flights link main cities; overnight sleeper trains run Bangkok–Chiang Mai and south; VIP buses, minivans and ferries cover the rest.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Krabi?
No. Use Grab instead.
What's the best way to get around Krabi?
Ao Nang and Krabi Town are 20 km apart. Songthaews and Grab link them; longtail boats reach Railay and the islands. Most visitors rent a scooter.
How do I get from the airport to Krabi?
Airport bus or shuttle to Ao Nang about 150 THB, 40 min; taxi or Grab 500–800 THB, 30–45 min.
Is Krabi walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
- State Railway of Thailand e-ticketing
- Airports of Thailand
- Tourism Authority of Thailand
- Grab Thailand service areas
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