Development has generally been well thought out so the natural beauty of the island has not been spoiled, and you can still find some secluded areas. Air conditioned buses leave from Bangkok's Southern Bus Terminal every evening for the 13 hour journey to Phuket. Several private companies also run tour buses to Phuket. These can be booked at travel agents or at your hotel. Thai International has several daily flights from Don Muang Airport in Bangkok.
Flight time is one hour.
They also have regular services to and from Penang and Kuala Lumpar. Bangkok Airways operate flights from Koh Samui , and during the main tourist season several tour companies have charter flights to Phuket. Thai International has a limousine service to and from the airport. Getting around Songthaews run around Phuket town, and to most destinations on the island. You can charter your own for the day if you wish to go sight seeing.