Island Vessels Linking Phuket Beaches and Airport May Be Implemented This Year
🏝️ PHUKET UPDATE 🌊
Hey there! It looks like Phuket is finally getting a new mode of transportation this year. You heard it right! Boat taxis are apparently making their way to Phuket, aiming to connect some beaches and the airport. 🛥️🚁
We're talking about a potential debut within the next four months (that's roughly August–September 2025). So buckle up, travelers! 🎟️
The initial route could start from the western beaches of Phuket and swoop down to the airport. Candidates for the piers include Patong, Kata, and Karon. And here's an interesting tidbit: it could take around an hour per trip[1][3][5]. Just imagine, you'll be lazily cruising along the azure waters while bypassing the dreaded traffic! 🌦️
This idea was floated during a meeting with Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, which took place back in January [1][5]. The ultimate goal is to quell the traffic congestion that plagues Phuket, especially the highway going from the airport to downtown and trendy beaches.
But don't worry Eastern Phuket folks, your side won't be left out! The department plans to introduce another route from your coastal area in the next fiscal year (which, assuming it's 2026, isn't a long wait). Potential lines could link up spots like Yamu Cape, Kaew Island, Hin Cape, or Por Bay
The boat taxi Highway is set to debut in August–September 2025 in Phuket, aiming to alleviate the traffic congestion, especially on the road from the airport to downtown and popular beaches. The initial route is proposed to start from western beaches like Patong, Kata, and Karon, with each trip taking approximately an hour. The finance industry may play a crucial role in solving the transportation issue in Phuket, as proposed by Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra during a meeting in January. Additionally, the department plans to introduce another route from the eastern Phuket coast in the next fiscal year, potentially linking up locations like Yamu Cape, Kaew Island, Hin Cape, or Por Bay.
