Cheap Phuket: real prices (2026)

Phuket on a budget: what travellers and locals actually pay in Phuket. Ranges in THB with an approximate euro equivalent. Use them to haggle and to spot when you're being overcharged.

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Free · in your currency · in English, Spanish and French · Approx. rate: 1 € ≈ 38 THB

Food & drink

Item or service	Usual price	≈ euros
Water 1.5 L (shop)Supermarket / 7-Eleven	14–20 THB	0.37–0.53 €

Transport

Item or service	Usual price	≈ euros
Scooter rental (day)Price agreed beforehand	200–350 THB	5.26–9.21 €
Taxi airport → PatongOfficial ticket office (foreigners)	800–1,000 THB	21–26 €

Tours & activities

Item or service	Usual price	≈ euros
Phi Phi speedboat tripBooked on the spot (local agency) · See online	1,500–3,000 THB	39–79 €

Sights & leisure

Item or service	Usual price	≈ euros
1 h massageTourist area	300–500 THB	7.89–13 €

Cheapest things in Phuket

Local prices for the cheapest essentials in Phuket, to travel on a budget:

Water 1.5 L (shop): 14–20 THB (0.37–0.53 €)
Scooter rental (day): 200–350 THB (5.26–9.21 €)
1 h massage: 300–500 THB (7.89–13 €)
Taxi airport → Patong: 800–1,000 THB (21–26 €)
Phi Phi speedboat trip: 1,500–3,000 THB (39–79 €)

Cheap tours in Phuket

Phi Phi speedboat trip: 1,500–3,000 THB (39–79 €) · See online

Where to eat cheap in Phuket

Water 1.5 L (shop): 14–20 THB (0.37–0.53 €)

Cheap transport in Phuket

Scooter rental (day): 200–350 THB (5.26–9.21 €)
Taxi airport → Patong: 800–1,000 THB (21–26 €)

Tips to travel cheap in Phuket

Always pay in THB: paying in euros or dollars usually costs more.
Ask and agree the price before getting in a taxi or starting a tour.
Eat where locals eat, away from the most touristy streets.
Compare tours at several agencies or book online at a fixed price.
Before paying, check on YourLocalPrice whether the price is fair.

Common scams in Phuket

Fake damage on rental scootersTake photos and video of the scooter before leaving and don't hand over your passport.

FAQ

Is Phuket cheap?

Yes, Phuket is cheap if you pay local prices: water 1.5 l (shop) 14–20 THB. Visitors who don't know the prices often pay 2 to 5 times more.

How much money do I need per day in Phuket?

Excluding accommodation, at local prices you can get by in Phuket on about 12–30 € (442–1,130 THB) a day for food, water and transport.

What are the cheapest tours in Phuket?

Some of the most popular ones and their local price: Phi Phi speedboat trip (1,500–3,000 THB).

Where can I eat cheap in Phuket?

At street stalls and simple restaurants in Phuket: Water 1.5 L (shop) (14–20 THB).

How much is a bottle of water in Phuket?

In a shop in Phuket, a 1.5 L bottle usually costs 14–20 THB.

How do I avoid being overcharged in Phuket?

Check the usual price before paying, always agree the price upfront and use the YourLocalPrice checker: type what they're asking and it tells you instantly if it's fair.