Roads
01
Patong works as a one-way loop
Beach Road and Rat-U-Thit Road run in opposite directions. Missing your turn often means going round the loop again – set your GPS before you drive in.
Car rental in Patong
Phuket Island · compare suppliers, pick-up points and local driving tips.
50 min from HKT
37 km
12 suppliers
4 local tips
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Renting a car in Patong
Patong is Phuket's busiest beach town, with the island's biggest choice of hotels, restaurants and nightlife. Having a car here is most useful for day trips: to quieter beaches, to Phuket Town or up the coast – rather than for getting around Patong itself, which is crowded and easier on foot.
Pick-up points in Patong
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: Patong
| From Phuket Airport | 37 km / 50 min |
|---|---|
| Region | Phuket Island |
| Main pick-up | Phuket International Airport (HKT) |
| Pick-up points | 2 |
| Suppliers | 12 |
| Drive on | The left |
| Tourist Police | 1155 |
Getting there
Driving from Phuket Airport to Patong
50 min
37 km · approx., in light traffic
Route 402 south, then Route 4029 west through Kathu and over Patong Hill.
Add 20–30 minutes at rush hour or in heavy rain.
Places worth the drive
Kalim & Tri Trang beachesCalmer bays just north and south of Patong.
Freedom Beach viewpointsLook down over one of Phuket's prettiest coves.
Kamala & SurinUpscale beaches a 15–20 minute drive north along the coast.
Phuket Town day tripOld Town and markets, about 30 minutes over the hill.
Local driving tips
Local tips for Patong
What locals know and rental desks rarely tell you – read these before you drive in Patong.
Parking
02
Book a hotel with parking
Street parking in central Patong is rare in high season. A hotel with its own car park saves a lot of time.
Roads
03
Patong Hill: steep and busy
Route 4029 over Patong Hill has tight bends and heavy traffic. Keep your distance and stay in a low gear going down.
Safety
04
Bangla Road is pedestrian at night
Bangla Road closes to cars in the evening. Avoid driving into the centre after dark if you can.
Car rental deals
Today's best deals in Patong
Indicative "from" prices from recent searches (checked 14 October 2026). Prices in Patong 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 Patong
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 | ||
| Value brand | Phuket Airport – Domestic Terminal, arrivals hallPhuket International Airport (HKT), 222 Mai Khao, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand | Lower prices with a big-group backup | Details | ||
| Value brand | Phuket Airport – Domestic Terminal, arrivals hallPhuket International Airport (HKT), 222 Mai Khao, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand | Lowest price on a known brand | 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 | ||
| 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 | ||
| Thai company | Phuket Airport – Arrivals hall – desk or meet & greet with a name signPhuket International Airport (HKT), 222 Mai Khao, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand | Tight budgets | Details | ||
| Value brand | Phuket Airport – Arrivals hall – desk or meet & greet (local partner)Phuket International Airport (HKT), 222 Mai Khao, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand | Low prices with group backing | Details | ||
| Value brand | Phuket Airport – Domestic Terminal, arrivals hallPhuket International Airport (HKT), 222 Mai Khao, Thalang District, Phuket 83110, Thailand | Smooth pick-up and drop-off (score 9.8) | 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 Patong
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 Patong
Pick up in Patong 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
Patong Phuket Airport
End your stay in Patong and leave the car at Phuket Airport on the way to your flight – no taxi to the airport needed.
Route 402 south, then Route 4029 west through Kathu and over Patong Hill. Best for: Flying home from Phuket
fromTHB 720/ day + one-way fee
Patong Krabi
Pick up in Patong, drive to Krabi and drop the car at Krabi Airport (KBV) – then fly home from there.
Best for: Ao Nang, Railay & island hopping
fromTHB 766/ day + one-way fee
Patong Surat Thani
Pick up in Patong, 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 814/ day + one-way fee
Patong Trang
Pick up in Patong, 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 858/ day + one-way fee
Patong Nakhon Si Thammarat
Pick up in Patong, 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 883/ day + one-way fee
Patong Hat Yai
Pick up in Patong, 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 932/ 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 Patong
About 37 km, or 50 min by car in light traffic. Route 402 south, then Route 4029 west through Kathu and over Patong Hill.
Common pick-up points are: Phuket International Airport (HKT), Patong. Your voucher shows the exact desk or meeting point.
Suppliers that usually appear in our search here include Hertz, Avis, Budget, Sixt, Europcar, Thrifty, Dollar, National, Thai Rent a Car, Chic Car Rent, Keddy by Europcar, Payless Car Rental. Availability changes with your dates.
Patong works as a one-way loop: Beach Road and Rat-U-Thit Road run in opposite directions. Missing your turn often means going round the loop again – set your GPS before you drive in. See all local driving tips.
Recent searches start from about THB 720 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 Kalim & Tri Trang beaches, Freedom Beach viewpoints, Kamala & Surin. 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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