Parking
01
Park on the edge of the Old Town
Old Town streets are narrow and several are one-way. Leave the car in a paid lot on the edge and explore on foot.
Car rental in Phuket Town
Phuket Island · compare suppliers, pick-up points and local driving tips.
40 min from HKT
32 km
12 suppliers
3 local tips
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Renting a car in Phuket Town
Phuket Town is the island's capital and its cultural heart, known for Sino-Portuguese shophouses, street food and weekend markets. It sits on the east coast, about 40 minutes south of the airport, and is a good base if you want to explore the whole island rather than stay on one beach.
Pick-up points in Phuket Town
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
Phuket Town centre
Some suppliers deliver to hotels in town – check the options in your search.
Directions on OpenStreetMap
Some suppliers deliver to hotels in town – check the options in your search.
Directions on OpenStreetMap
Quick facts: Phuket Town
| From Phuket Airport | 32 km / 40 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 Phuket Town
40 min
32 km · approx., in light traffic
Follow Route 402 south from the airport all the way into town.
Add 20–30 minutes at rush hour or in heavy rain.
Places worth the drive
Old Town (Thalang, Dibuk and Krabi roads)Colourful shophouses, cafés and small museums.
Khao Rang viewpointA short drive up the hill for a view over town and Chalong Bay.
Sunday walking streetThalang Road becomes a night market on Sunday evenings.
Wat ChalongPhuket's most important temple, about 15 minutes south of town.
Local driving tips
Local tips for Phuket Town
What locals know and rental desks rarely tell you – read these before you drive in Phuket Town.
Timing
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Sunday market closes Thalang Road
On Sunday afternoons and evenings Thalang Road closes to traffic for the walking street. Plan your route around it.
Roads
03
Rush hour on Route 402
Traffic between town and the airport is heaviest on weekday mornings and evenings. Allow extra time when you drive to a flight.
Car rental deals
Today's best deals in Phuket Town
Indicative "from" prices from recent searches (checked 14 October 2026). Prices in Phuket Town 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 Phuket Town
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 Phuket Town
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 Phuket Town
Pick up in Phuket Town 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
Phuket Town Phuket Airport
End your stay in Phuket Town and leave the car at Phuket Airport on the way to your flight – no taxi to the airport needed.
Follow Route 402 south from the airport all the way into town. Best for: Flying home from Phuket
fromTHB 690/ day + one-way fee
Phuket Town Krabi
Pick up in Phuket Town, drive to Krabi and drop the car at Krabi Airport (KBV) – then fly home from there.
Best for: Ao Nang, Railay & island hopping
fromTHB 736/ day + one-way fee
Phuket Town Surat Thani
Pick up in Phuket Town, 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 784/ day + one-way fee
Phuket Town Trang
Pick up in Phuket Town, 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 828/ day + one-way fee
Phuket Town Nakhon Si Thammarat
Pick up in Phuket Town, 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 853/ day + one-way fee
Phuket Town Hat Yai
Pick up in Phuket Town, 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 902/ 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 Phuket Town
About 32 km, or 40 min by car in light traffic. Follow Route 402 south from the airport all the way into town.
Common pick-up points are: Phuket International Airport (HKT), Phuket Town centre. 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.
Park on the edge of the Old Town: Old Town streets are narrow and several are one-way. Leave the car in a paid lot on the edge and explore on foot. See all local driving tips.
Recent searches start from about THB 690 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 Old Town (Thalang, Dibuk and Krabi roads), Khao Rang viewpoint, Sunday walking street. 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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