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Old Town streets are narrow
Park near the seafront and explore the Old Town on foot.
Car rental in Songkhla
Gulf coast & the South · compare suppliers, pick-up points and local driving tips.
7 h from HKT
490 km
4 suppliers
2 local tips
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Renting a car in Songkhla
Songkhla is a seaside city between the Gulf of Thailand and the Songkhla Lake, with an old town of Chinese shophouses, Samila Beach and its well-known mermaid statue. Most visitors pick up a car at Hat Yai Airport, about 40 minutes away.
Pick-up points in Songkhla
Quick facts: Songkhla
| From Phuket Airport | 490 km / 7 h |
|---|---|
| Region | Gulf coast & the South |
| Main pick-up | Hat Yai International Airport (HDY) |
| Pick-up points | 2 |
| Suppliers | 4 |
| Drive on | The left |
| Tourist Police | 1155 |
Getting there
Driving from Phuket Airport to Songkhla
7 h
490 km · approx., in light traffic
Route 4 to Hat Yai, then Route 407 to Songkhla. Most visitors fly to Hat Yai.
Add 20–30 minutes at rush hour or in heavy rain.
Places worth the drive
Samila Beach & mermaid statueSongkhla's best-known landmark.
Songkhla Old TownStreet art, cafés and historic shophouses.
Tinsulanonda BridgeA long bridge across the Songkhla Lake.
Koh YoA lake island known for hand-woven cloth.
Local driving tips
Local tips for Songkhla
What locals know and rental desks rarely tell you – read these before you drive in Songkhla.
Safety
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Check official travel advice
Some southern districts of Songkhla province carry government travel warnings. Check your country's current advice.
Car rental deals
Today's best deals in Songkhla
Indicative "from" prices from recent searches (checked 14 October 2026). Prices in Songkhla 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 Songkhla
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 | |
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| Thai company | Hat Yai International Airport (HDY) – arrivals hallHat Yai International Airport (HDY), Khlong La, Khlong Hoi Khong District, Songkhla 90115 | Good value for money (high value score) | Details | ||
| International brand | Hat Yai International Airport (HDY) – arrivals hallHat Yai International Airport (HDY), Khlong La, Khlong Hoi Khong District, Songkhla 90115 | Business travellers and loyalty-programme members | Details | ||
| International brand | Hat Yai International Airport (HDY) – arrivals hallHat Yai International Airport (HDY), Khlong La, Khlong Hoi Khong District, Songkhla 90115 | Good price with an international brand | Details | ||
| International brand | Hat Yai International Airport (HDY) – arrivals hallHat Yai International Airport (HDY), Khlong La, Khlong Hoi Khong District, Songkhla 90115 | Travellers who want a familiar international brand | 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 Songkhla
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 Songkhla
Pick up in Songkhla 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
Songkhla Phuket Airport
End your stay in Songkhla and leave the car at Phuket Airport on the way to your flight – no taxi to the airport needed.
Route 4 to Hat Yai, then Route 407 to Songkhla. Most visitors fly to Hat Yai. Best for: Flying home from Phuket
fromTHB 786/ day + one-way fee
Songkhla Hat Yai
Pick up in Songkhla, 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 998/ day + one-way fee
Songkhla Trang
Pick up in Songkhla, 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 924/ day + one-way fee
Songkhla Nakhon Si Thammarat
Pick up in Songkhla, 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 949/ day + one-way fee
Songkhla Krabi
Pick up in Songkhla, drive to Krabi and drop the car at Krabi Airport (KBV) – then fly home from there.
Best for: Ao Nang, Railay & island hopping
fromTHB 832/ day + one-way fee
Songkhla Surat Thani
Pick up in Songkhla, 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 880/ 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 Songkhla
About 490 km, or 7 h by car in light traffic. Route 4 to Hat Yai, then Route 407 to Songkhla. Most visitors fly to Hat Yai.
Common pick-up points are: Hat Yai International Airport (HDY), Songkhla city. Your voucher shows the exact desk or meeting point.
Suppliers that usually appear in our search here include Thai Rent a Car, Avis, Budget, Hertz. Availability changes with your dates.
Old Town streets are narrow: Park near the seafront and explore the Old Town on foot. See all local driving tips.
Recent searches start from about THB 786 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), Hat Yai Airport (HDY), Trang Airport (TST). The one-way fee is included in the total price you see when you search.
Popular drives include Samila Beach & mermaid statue, Songkhla Old Town, Tinsulanonda Bridge. 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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