Facts about the transport from Ao Nang to Koh Yao Yai
Cheapest Transport
$18
Fastest Transport
30m
Earliest Departure
10:00 AM
Latest Departure
4:00 PM
Departures per day
14
Distance
25 kilometers
Transport Companies
Green Planet, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Tigerline Travel
Ao Nang to Koh Yao Yai Destination Reviews
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Sophia B
The Bus driver wasn‘t very friendly and drove very dangerously. The boat had over 40min delay and was overbooked, not everybody was able to sit down
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile (Koh Yao Sun Smile), Jan 8, 2024
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Kate H
The van was an hour late and then we waited quite awhile for a boat. Some people got to go earlier. The WhatsApp person was VERY helpful though so it wasn't nearly as stressful as it could have been. The van was very fancy.
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile (Koh Yao Sun Smile), Dec 30, 2023
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Reto
We have been collected 30 minutes before departure of the speedboat in our hotel. The boat was pretty full, but everyone had a place to seat.
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile (Koh Yao Sun Smile), Dec 10, 2023
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Matthew H
Arrived at pier. Clear directions on where to go, friendly staff, and fast trip to where I needed to go
Ferry Speedboat, Green Planet, Nov 27, 2023
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Matthieu B
The pick-up time at the hotel was not precise (40 min wait). The boat still left on time. The boat was a bit crowded, but efficient.
This review was autotranslated
L'heure de ramassage à l'hôtel n'était pas précise (attente de 40 min). La bâteau est tout de même parti à l'heure. Un peu nombreux dans le bâteau mais efficace.
Ferry Speedboat, Green Planet, Nov 26, 2023
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Makenzie
If you get motion sick bring a puke bag with you. Extremely bumpy ride. At first everyone was laughing at how comically bumpy it was, but half way through everyone felt and looked miserable. We did get there though so that's something.
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile (Koh Yao Sun Smile), Sep 28, 2023
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Maja K
The check-in was a bit unconventional but fast, the pier was just a sand beach und we didn’t really get much information from the operator. But he had a good overview and everybody arrived where they were supposed to be - on time.
It started to heavily rain and “storm” while the crossing and the captain slowed down and drove very carefully, so we always felt safe.
The boat was in great condition, not crowded and we even received water for the just 40min drive. On board the operator gave us some
Information what island we were seeing and clearly told everybody who needs to leave where, since we had 3 stops in total (Yao Noi, Yao Yai and Phuket)
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile (Koh Yao Sun Smile), Sep 16, 2023
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Siiri M
The pickup and the journey was very good. The boat seemed a bit too crowded, but overall a good organization.
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile (Koh Yao Sun Smile), Jun 25, 2023
When you want to get from Ao Nang to Koh Yao Yai, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:
Ferry
Van
Taxi
If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Ferry. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Ferry+van ticket.
The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 433.67. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi+ferry as a taxi+ferry ticket costs as low as USD 17.67.
How far is Ao Nang from Koh Yao Yai?
If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Ao Nang to Koh Yao Yai. Your trip will be a total of 16 miles (25 km). The flying distance is 16 miles (25 km).
How long does it take to get from Ao Nang to Koh Yao Yai?
The travel time from Ao Nang to Koh Yao Yai can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 2 hours.
How much does it cost to get from Ao Nang to Koh Yao Yai?
The cost of the trip from Ao Nang to Koh Yao Yai varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Koh Yao Sun Smile: travelling by taxi+ferry expect to pay as low as USD 17.67 for your ticket.
However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 433.67.
Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Ao Nang to Koh Yao Yai:
Ferry tickets - USD 17.67 to USD 31.00.
taxi+Ferry price: USD 17.67. From Ao Nang to Koh Yao Yai starting from 12:00 Ao Nang Transfer except Krabi Town and Railay until 16:00 Ao Nang Transfer except Krabi Town and Railay
Ferry+Van price: USD 17.67. From Ao Nang to Koh Yao Yai starting from 10:00 Ao Nang Hotel Transfer until 10:00 Ao Nang Hotel Transfer
You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 343.95 to USD 433.67.
How many trips per day are there between Ao Nang and Koh Yao Yai?
Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.
Ferries leave from Ao Nang for Koh Yao Yai 6 times a day.
3 by taxi+Ferry from Ao Nang to Koh Yao Yai starting from 12:00 Ao Nang Transfer except Krabi Town and Railay until 16:00 Ao Nang Transfer except Krabi Town and Railay
1 by Ferry+Van from Ao Nang to Koh Yao Yai starting from 10:00 Ao Nang Hotel Transfer until 10:00 Ao Nang Hotel Transfer
Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Ao Nang to Koh Yao Yai any time of the day.
Which means of transport is the best for the route?
Taxi
Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Ao Nang to Koh Yao Yai. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.
Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 343.95.
Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.
Ferries
Travelling by ferry is one of the most scenic ways to get from Ao Nang to Koh Yao Yai as it combines transportation and sightseeing to some extent.
However, with these upsides in mind, you should still understand ferry travel is not for everyone. If you’re prone to seasickness it may be an unpleasant experience. As a rule, a ferry journey isn’t the cheapest way to travel During the high season ferry tickets might be hard to get, so you should always book in advance when possible.
Things to remember: ferry rides are dependent on weather conditions..
The most popular transport from Ao Nang to Koh Yao Yai
How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Ao Nang to Koh Yao Yai? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll: