Ferry schedules in Thailand for 2025

Planning a trip to Thailand in 2025? With dozens of ferry routes connecting popular destinations such as Phuket, Koh Samui and Phi Phi Islands, as well as more secluded locations, you'll have the opportunity to experience the buzz of Thai cities and the natural beauty of its islands all in a single trip.

Ferries in Thailand operate year-round, offering frequent and fast connections across the country and its islands. And on Ferryhopper you can easily find up-to-date ferry schedules for Thailand and book your tickets online with just a few clicks!

Whether you're looking for a short ferry ride for a day trip or planning a longer island-hopping adventure, here's everything you need to know about Thailand's ferries in 2025, including available ferry routes, trip durations, companies and prices.

• Ferry routes in Western Thailand
• Eastern Thailand ferry connections
• Planning your island-hopping adventure
• Useful ferry travel tips

Traditional boat on a tropical beach in Krabi

Ferry routes in Thailand for 2025

The first thing you need to know when planning your ferry travel in Thailand is that the country stretches across 2 coastlines: the west and the east.

The west coast faces the Andaman Sea and offers ferry routes that connect famous destinations such as Phuket, Krabi, Koh Lanta, and Koh Lipe. Here you’ll find the picture-perfect beaches and dramatic cliffs that Thailand is renowned for.

On the east coast, in the Gulf of Thailand, ferries connect renowned destinations like Koh Samui, Ko Pha-ngan and Koh Tao. This coastline is known for its nightlife, diving centers and scenic harbors lined with palm trees.

The most popular routes operate year-round, while others are seasonal. You’ll find more frequent crossings during the dry season (December to April), and fewer during the rainy season.

Below are the main ferry routes for Thailand in 2025, along with useful travel information to help you plan your trip.

Breathtaking view of Nui Beach on Ko Phi Phi Don Island

Western Thailand: Ferries to Phuket, Phi Phi, Krabi & more

With frequent ferry connections along Western Thailand, you can quickly travel between popular destinations across the Andaman Sea like the Phi Phi islands, Phuket, Krabi, Koh Lanta, and Koh Lipe. While most routes are active year-round, some operate seasonally, particularly those to southern islands in the Trang area.

Ferry trip durations range from 30 min to several hours, with prices starting at around €12. Several ferry companies operate on these routes, including Andaman Wave Master, Chaokoh Ferry, Bundhaya Speed Boat, and Satun Pakbara Speed Club.

Here are some of the most popular ferry routes in Western Thailand:

• Phuket - Phi Phi Islands: Ferries run throughout the year, with up to 8 departures per day from Rassada Pier towards Tonsai Pier and Laemtong Pier. The fastest crossing takes 1 hour and ticket prices start at €15.80.
• Phuket - Krabi: Usually operates from October to April with daily crossings. Trips average 1.5 hours from Rassada Pier to East Railay, with ticket prices starting from €36.96.
• Krabi - Phi Phi Islands: Daily crossings all year round to and from multiple ports in Krabi and the Phi Phi islands. Ferry trips are as short as 30 min and ticket prices start at €14.
• Koh Lanta - Phi Phi Islands: Around 2-3 departures per day throughout the year from Saladan Pier (Koh Lanta) to Tonsai Pier (Phi Phi Don). The trip takes 30 min and ticket prices start from €12.
• Koh Lipe - Phuket: Ferries operate most months of the year with several weekly departures. The crossing takes around 5.5 hours and ticket prices start from around €60.
• Koh Lipe - Krabi: Ferries from Koh Lipe reach 2 ports in Krabi (Klong Jilad pier and East Railay). The route is active most months of the year with weekly departures. The trip duration ranges from 4.5 to 6 hours. Ticket prices start at €70.
• Koh Lanta - Koh Lipe: Year-round weekly departures from Saladan Pier in Koh Lanta to Koh Lipe. The journey takes around 3 hours and tickets cost around €45.
• Koh Lipe - Koh Ngai: Seasonal crossings from August to March that take around 2.5 hours. Tickets cost around €45.

 A stunning white sandy beach on Koh Lipe

Eastern Thailand: Ferries to Koh Samui, Ko Pha-ngan & more

Along the eastern coast of Thailand, ferries serve 3 major islands: Koh Samui, Koh Phangan, and Koh Tao. There are also ferry connections from mainland ports in Surat Thani and Chumphon.

While most ferry routes are active year-round, some operate seasonally. Crossings take anywhere from 20 min to just over 3 hours. Ticket prices range between €5 and €35. Some of the main ferry companies operating on this route are Songserm, Andaman Wave Master, Seatran Ferry and Raja Ferry Port.

Here are some of the most popular ferry routes in the Gulf of Thailand:

• Koh Samui - Ko Pha-ngan: Year-round departures up to 5 times day. The shortest crossing takes 20 min, with ticket prices starting from €6.75.
• Koh Samui - Koh Tao: Weekly departures operating seasonally. Ferries take between 2 hr 45 min and 3.5 hr to complete the trip. Ticket prices start from €16.20.
• Ko Pha-ngan - Koh Tao: Around 7 weekly departures year-round. The crossing takes around 1 hr 45 min and ticket prices start from €13.50.
• Ko Pha-ngan - Koh Samui: Year-round deparures up to 5 times a day reaching Nathon Pier in Koh Samui. The crossing only takes 20 min and tickets start from €6.75.
• Donsak Pier (Surat Thani) - Koh Samui: Seasonal route usually operating from January to April. Schedules vary by month, with departures at least once a week. The trip lasts 1.5 hours.
• Donsak Pier (Surat Thani) - Ko Pha-ngan: Weekly departures between January and April. The crossing usually takes 2.5 hours.
• Lomprayah (Chumphon) - Ko Pha-ngan: Weekly departures throughout the year. Ferries take just over 3 hours to reach Ko Pha-ngan and ticket prices start at around €30.

Ferries at sea near Ko Pha-ngan

Planning an island-hopping adventure in Thailand

One of the best parts about traveling in Thailand is how easily you can hop from one island to the next! Ferries run frequently, connecting numerous different islands, so it's simple to transform a relaxing beach vacation into a multi-stop adventure.

Eastern Thailand's best island-hopping routes

On the eastern coast of the Gulf of Thailand, the go-to island-hopping route is:

• Koh Samui - Ko Pha-ngan
• Ko Pha-ngan - Koh Tao

From Koh Tao you can opt to travel to Chumphon on the mainland by taking a ferry to Lomprayah Pier. This is a great option if you’re heading back north towards Bangkok.

If you want to venture a bit further off the beaten path, consider adding the Trang Islands to your itinerary. Ferry services run regularly between these islands:

• Koh Lipe and Koh Ngai
• Koh Ngai and Koh Muk
• Koh Muk and Koh Kradan

Island-hopping itineraries in Western Thailand

Over on Thailand’s west coast in the Andaman Sea, a popular itinerary includes the following stops:

• Phuket to the Phi Phi Islands
• Phi Phi Islands to Koh Lanta
• Koh Lanta to Koh Lipe

For your return trip, you can take a direct ferry back to Phuket from Koh Lipe.

Pressed for time? A shorter alternative could be to start your journey in Krabi, then go to the Phi Phi Islands, and finally Phuket.

Tip: You could also add Malaysia to your island-hopping adventure and visit 2 countries in 1 trip! The Malaysian island of Langkawi is located south of Koh Lipe, and ferries between these destinations take only about 1.5 hours. Check out the Langkawi - Koh Lipe ferry route to find out more.

Gorgeous coastline of Langkawi Island in Malaysia

Useful tips for ferry travel in Thailand

Here are some travel tips for a hassle-free ferry trip in Thailand:

• We recommend booking your ferry tickets in advance, especially for popular routes during high-season, on public holidays or for full-moon parties. Planning ahead will ensure a seamless journey.
• Aim to arrive at your departure port 30 to 45 minutes before your scheduled departure time, especially if you're traveling from a busy port like Rassada (Phuket) or Thong Sala (Ko Pha-ngan).
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• During monsoon months, the sea can be choppy. If you’re prone to seasickness, consider bringing over-the-counter remedies, such as motion sickness medication or earplugs.
• Some smaller piers may require you to board from a floating dock or wade through shallow water. Wear flip-flops or sandals to make boarding easier and pack light, with your essentials in a backpack.

Pure bliss in Koh Samui!

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