Roads
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Route 4 has slow trucks
Route 4 is mostly a good road, but expect slow trucks and scooters on the shoulder. Overtake only where you can see far ahead.
Car rental in Khao Lak
Andaman coast · compare suppliers, pick-up points and local driving tips.
1 h 15 min from HKT
80 km
7 suppliers
3 local tips
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Renting a car in Khao Lak
Khao Lak, in Phang Nga province, is a quiet stretch of long beaches and jungle-covered hills about an hour north of Phuket Airport. It is the base for Similan Islands trips and for national parks like Khao Lak–Lam Ru. Most visitors pick up the car at Phuket Airport and drive up.
Pick-up points in Khao Lak
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
Main pick-up point – rental desks in the Domestic Terminal arrivals hall.
Directions on OpenStreetMap
Main pick-up point – rental desks in the Domestic Terminal arrivals hall.
Directions on OpenStreetMap
Quick facts: Khao Lak
| From Phuket Airport | 80 km / 1 h 15 min |
|---|---|
| Region | Andaman coast |
| Main pick-up | Phuket International Airport (HKT) |
| Pick-up points | 2 |
| Suppliers | 7 |
| Drive on | The left |
| Tourist Police | 1155 |
Getting there
Driving from Phuket Airport to Khao Lak
1 h 15 min
80 km · approx., in light traffic
North on Route 402, cross the Sarasin bridge, then Route 4 north along the coast.
Add 20–30 minutes at rush hour or in heavy rain.
Places worth the drive
Khao Lak–Lam Ru National ParkCoastal jungle trails and a quiet beach.
Similan Islands boatsSpeedboats leave from Thap Lamu pier south of Khao Lak (season is roughly mid-October to mid-May).
Boat 813 tsunami memorialA police boat carried inland by the 2004 tsunami, now a memorial.
Takua Pa Old TownHistoric tin-mining town, 30 minutes north.
Local driving tips
Local tips for Khao Lak
What locals know and rental desks rarely tell you – read these before you drive in Khao Lak.
Timing
02
Similan boats leave early
Hotel pick-ups for Similan trips can be before 07:00. With your own car you can drive to the pier instead – check where to park.
Weather
03
The islands close in the rainy season
The Similan Islands national park normally closes in the monsoon season. Check the dates before you plan a trip.
Car rental deals
Today's best deals in Khao Lak
Indicative "from" prices from recent searches (checked 14 October 2026). Prices in Khao Lak can differ – search your dates for live prices.
Economy
Toyota Yaris or similarfromTHB 704/ day
- 5 seats, 2 bags
- Free cancellation
- Unlimited mileage
Compact
Toyota Vios or similarfromTHB 868/ day
- 4 seats, 1 bags
- Couples, small families, business travelers,
- Comfortable for city driving and longer island
Full size
Toyota Hilux or similarfromTHB 677/ day
- 5 seats, 5 doors
- Diesel
- Families, outdoor trips & extra cargo
SUV
Honda HR-V or similarfromTHB 955/ day
- 5 seats, 5 doors
- Families & comfortable road trips
- Comfortable ride and good fuel efficiency
Van/Minivan
Mitsubishi Xpander or similarfromTHB 1,248/ day
- 7 seat, 5 doors
- Crossover MPV
- Spacious three-row cabin designed for family use
Luxury
BMW 3 Series or similarfromTHB 1,352/ day
- 5 Seats, 3 luggage
- Business trips and premium travel
- Plug-in Hybrid
Suppliers
Compare rental companies in Khao Lak
International brands and Thai companies side by side – with the rental desk address and customer score for each.
| Supplier | Type | Rental desk address | Good for | Customer score | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| International brand | Phuket Airport – Domestic Terminal, arrivals hallPhuket International Airport (HKT), 222 Mai Khao, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand | Travellers who want a familiar international brand | Details | ||
| International brand | Phuket Airport – Domestic Terminal, arrivals hallPhuket International Airport (HKT), 222 Mai Khao, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand | Business travellers and loyalty-programme members | Details | ||
| International brand | Phuket Airport – Domestic Terminal, arrivals hallPhuket International Airport (HKT), 222 Mai Khao, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand | Good price with an international brand | Details | ||
| International brand | Phuket Airport – Domestic Terminal, arrivals hall, 1st floor – orange counter (returns at gate 3)Phuket International Airport (HKT), 222 Mai Khao, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand | Late-evening arrivals (desk open to midnight) | Details | ||
| International brand | Phuket Airport – Domestic Terminal, arrivals hallPhuket International Airport (HKT), 222 Mai Khao, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand | European travellers who know the brand | Details | ||
| Thai company | Phuket Airport – Domestic Terminal, arrivals hallPhuket International Airport (HKT), 222 Mai Khao, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand | Good value for money (high value score) | Details | ||
| International brand | Phuket Airport – Domestic Terminal, ground floor – next to the exit between doors 1 and 2Phuket International Airport (HKT), 222 Mai Khao, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand | Daytime arrivals | Details |
Scores: VIP Cars customer ratings out of 10. Your booking voucher always shows the exact desk or meeting point. Suppliers shown usually appear in our search for this area – availability changes with your dates.
Car types
Choose the right car for your trip in Khao Lak
Prices are indicative daily rates from recent searches and change with season and demand. Models are examples – you get a car from the same group.
One Way Routes
One-Way Car Rental From Khao Lak
Pick up in Khao Lak and drop the car at an airport in southern Thailand – no need to drive back. The one-way fee (drop charge) is included in the price you see when you search.
- Drop-off at the destination airport
- One-way fee shown upfront
- Offered mainly by larger suppliers
Khao Lak Phuket Airport
End your stay in Khao Lak and leave the car at Phuket Airport on the way to your flight – no taxi to the airport needed.
North on Route 402, cross the Sarasin bridge, then Route 4 north along the coast. Best for: Flying home from Phuket
fromTHB 780/ day + one-way fee
Khao Lak Krabi
Pick up in Khao Lak, drive to Krabi and drop the car at Krabi Airport (KBV) – then fly home from there.
Best for: Ao Nang, Railay & island hopping
fromTHB 826/ day + one-way fee
Khao Lak Surat Thani
Pick up in Khao Lak, drive to Surat Thani and drop the car at Surat Thani Airport (URT) – then fly home from there.
Best for: Khao Sok & the Samui ferries
fromTHB 874/ day + one-way fee
Khao Lak Nakhon Si Thammarat
Pick up in Khao Lak, drive to Nakhon Si Thammarat and drop the car at Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport (NST) – then fly home from there.
Best for: Temples, culture & Khao Luang
fromTHB 943/ day + one-way fee
Khao Lak Trang
Pick up in Khao Lak, drive to Trang and drop the car at Trang Airport (TST) – then fly home from there.
Best for: Koh Mook, Koh Kradan & Pak Meng
fromTHB 918/ day + one-way fee
Khao Lak Hat Yai
Pick up in Khao Lak, drive to Hat Yai and drop the car at Hat Yai Airport (HDY) – then fly home from there.
Best for: Songkhla & the deep south
fromTHB 992/ day + one-way fee
Approximate distances and drive times in light traffic. "From" price = lowest Economy daily rate seen for each route (checked 14 October 2026); the one-way fee is added in your search. Availability depends on the supplier and your dates.
Help
Questions about renting in Khao Lak
About 80 km, or 1 h 15 min by car in light traffic. North on Route 402, cross the Sarasin bridge, then Route 4 north along the coast.
Common pick-up points are: Phuket International Airport (HKT), Khao Lak. Your voucher shows the exact desk or meeting point.
Suppliers that usually appear in our search here include Hertz, Avis, Budget, Sixt, Europcar, Thai Rent a Car, National. Availability changes with your dates.
Route 4 has slow trucks: Route 4 is mostly a good road, but expect slow trucks and scooters on the shoulder. Overtake only where you can see far ahead. See all local driving tips.
Recent searches start from about THB 780 a day for an economy car. Prices change with the season – they are highest from mid-December to February and lowest in September and October.
Yes, one-way rentals are possible – for example to Phuket Airport (HKT), Krabi Airport (KBV), Surat Thani Airport (URT). The one-way fee is included in the total price you see when you search.
Popular drives include Khao Lak–Lam Ru National Park, Similan Islands boats, Boat 813 tsunami memorial. See the highlights above for details.
With most licences from outside ASEAN, yes. Carry an International Driving Permit (1949 Geneva type) with your national licence – rental desks and police can ask for both.
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