Koh Lipe to Phuket

Koh Lipe to Phuket

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Koh Lipe to Phuket Destination Reviews

CK
Speedboat as usual very cramped but the rest of the journey was smooth and the vans were comfy.
Koh Lipe to Phuket, Van Van + Speedboat, Thubthim Siam Travel (Thubthim Siam Travel), Jan 23, 2026
A
bad information in e mail and also on pdf. it said no stops dirket speedboat from Lipe to phuket. But we stopped for 1 hour in koh lanta. Which is okay but we was not told that and it dident say no where on the pdf.
Koh Lipe to Phuket, Ferry Speedboat, Bundhaya Speed Boat (Bundhaya Speed Boat), Jan 23, 2026
M
The trip itselfwas fine, but the lack of a detailed itinery makes it more difficult and stressful. It would have been useful to know that when leaving the boat one has to make one's way to the operator's office (nobody meets or guides you) abd also that one has to change buses and re-check in. It is very confusing to be kicked off one bus without knowing why orwhat to do next! Fortunately drivers and staff are helpful, despite language barriers. But really, I think 12go should provide a detailed itinerary so that passengers know whatto expect and where to go.
Koh Lipe to Phuket, Van Van + Speedboat, Marinee Travel (มาริณี ทราเวล), Jan 20, 2026
TV
Everything is perfect but you could offer ear plugs for every single journey, engines are powerful and loud. Overall- thank you for smooth service!
Koh Lipe to Phuket, Ferry Speedboat, Bundhaya Speed Boat (Bundhaya Speed Boat), Dec 24, 2025
D
System booked wrong date, contacted support and couldn't refund, lost my money for tickets not used due to system issue
Koh Lipe to Phuket, Ferry Speedboat, Bundhaya Speed Boat (Bundhaya Speed Boat), Dec 16, 2025
SC
The boat to Phuket from Lanta was very late
Koh Lipe to Phuket, Ferry Speedboat, Bundhaya Speed Boat (Bundhaya Speed Boat), Dec 14, 2025
LC
We travelled from Koh Lipe to Phuket, met the check in staff at Steak restaurant at 9 and boarded the speedboat at 930, on time which was good, boat ride was fine, about an hour long. We were met by someone at the pier with our names on a board who directed us to a minivan ( we thought this might be the bus taking us to Phuket direct). This was a 10 minute drive where we were dropped off at a local cafe which was the bus stop on the side of the road at about 11am and were told to wait there and the bus would collect us at 1.30pm. We were quite surprised we would be waiting so long for the bus honestly. The waiting area was fine, staff were lovely, there’s a charging ports, bathroom, 7/11 nearby but the room only has fans and it was hottest part of the day. Eventually bus arrived at nearly 2pm and we were on this until 10.30pm so it’s a very long day!! The bus is fine but old enough, no charging ports and weak AC. It makes a lot of random stops and two big ones in Trang & Krabi where you can get off briefly for snacks & toilet. Overall, it was fine but you get what you pay for in terms of duration of travel & comfort! If you can’t hack the 5 hour speedboat direct, this seems to be the only option.
Koh Lipe to Phuket, Bus Bus + Speedboat, Andaman Sea Tour and Transport (Andaman Sea Tour and Transport), Nov 3, 2025
CG
Smooth trip despite the rain! The boat is pretty big but still super fast and with a roof. The sea was flat. Overall service very good!
Koh Lipe to Phuket, Ferry Speedboat, Bundhaya Speed Boat (Bundhaya Speed Boat), May 6, 2025
ME
We booked a trip from Koh Lipe to Phuket. The speedboat from Koh Lipe to Pak Bara Pier was great - no issues at all. Yet when you get to Pak Bara you have no idea where the van to Phuket is located (no directions are given before hand and no-one meets you at Pak Bara). After you find the van yourself, you’re squished into a van with packages that are dropped off on the journey. A few hours into the trip we were also asked to leave the van at a bus stop and told a different van would pick us up in 30 minutes. We arrived to Phuket over an hour late due to the number of stops on the way to pick up (drop off) packages and other stops for unclear reasons. We weren’t given any water or food during the entire 10 hour journey (there was 1 stop at 7-11 for us to buy our own food/water). Overall, poor communication and not a great experience for a long journey
Koh Lipe to Phuket, Van Van + Speedboat, Marinee Travel (มาริณี ทราเวล), Apr 24, 2025
JC
Problem with motor on the speedboat.. had to go back to phi phi .. no communication we didn’t know what was going on.. crew did not speak English .. lost a lot of time of travel that day
Koh Lipe to Phuket, Ferry Speedboat, Tigerline Travel (ไทเกอร์ ไลน์ ทราเวล), Apr 22, 2025
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Koh Lipe to Phuket Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Ferry
Bundhaya Speed Boat
Speedboat
09:00
14:30
$55.73
  4.3
Ferry
Tigerline Travel
Speedboat
09:00
14:00
$60.50
  3.2
Ferry
Tigerline Travel
Speedboat
09:30
17:00
$62.09
  3.2
Van
Marinee Travel
Van + Speedboat
09:30
18:35
$30.25
  2.0
Ferry
Satun Pakbara Speed Boat Club
Speedboat
10:30
16:00
$63.69
  4.0
Ferry
Bundhaya Speed Boat
Speedboat
12:00
17:00
$55.73
  4.3
Ferry
Awaycation Trip
Speedboat
12:00
17:00
$64.80
  5.0
Ferry
Tigerline Travel
Speedboat
12:30
17:30
$60.50
  3.2
Ferry
Tigerline Travel
Speedboat
12:30
17:30
$62.09

How to get from Koh Lipe to Phuket

When you want to get from Koh Lipe to Phuket, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Bus
  • 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 Bus+ferry+van ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi+Van ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 155.24. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus+ferry as a bus+ferry ticket costs as low as USD 35.03.

How far is Koh Lipe from Phuket?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Koh Lipe to Phuket. Your trip will be a total of 148 miles (238 km). The flying distance is 148 miles (238 km).

How long does it take to get from Koh Lipe to Phuket?

The travel time from Koh Lipe to Phuket can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 5 to 23 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Koh Lipe to Phuket?

The cost of the trip from Koh Lipe to Phuket varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Andaman Sea Tour and Transport: travelling by bus+ferry expect to pay as low as USD 35.03 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi+Van - a one-way taxi+Van ticket can cost as much as USD 155.24.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Koh Lipe to Phuket:

  • taxi+Ferry+Van price: USD 21.65. From Koh Lipe to Phuket starting from 09:30 Pak Bara until 11:30 Pak Bara
  • Bus+taxi+Ferry price: USD 32.54 - USD 33.75. From Koh Lipe to Phuket starting from 09:30 Koh Lipe Sunrise Beach until 11:30 Koh Lipe Sunrise Beach
  • Bus+Ferry price: USD 35.03 - USD 45.85. From Koh Lipe to Phuket starting from 09:30 The Steak Restaurant until 09:30 The Steak Restaurant
  • Ferry+Van price: USD 35.03 - USD 83.97. From Koh Lipe to Phuket starting from 09:00 Pattaya Beach Koh Lipe until 12:30 Pattaya Beach Koh Lipe
  • Bus+Ferry+Van price: USD 39.80. From Koh Lipe to Phuket starting from 09:30 Koh Lipe until 09:30 Koh Lipe
  • Ferry tickets - USD 69.99 to USD 92.35.
  • taxi+Ferry price: USD 93.94. From Koh Lipe to Phuket starting from 09:00 Pattaya Beach Koh Lipe until 12:30 Pattaya Beach Koh Lipe
  • taxi+Van price: USD 155.24. From Koh Lipe to Phuket starting from 11:30 Koh Lipe Immigration Point Direct until 11:30 Koh Lipe Immigration Point Direct

How many trips per day are there between Koh Lipe and Phuket?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Ferries leave from Koh Lipe for Phuket 14 times a day.
  • 11 by Ferry+Van from Koh Lipe to Phuket starting from 09:00 Pattaya Beach Koh Lipe until 12:30 Pattaya Beach Koh Lipe
  • 2 by Bus+Ferry from Koh Lipe to Phuket starting from 09:30 The Steak Restaurant until 09:30 The Steak Restaurant
  • 2 by taxi+Ferry from Koh Lipe to Phuket starting from 09:00 Pattaya Beach Koh Lipe until 12:30 Pattaya Beach Koh Lipe
  • 1 by taxi+Van from Koh Lipe to Phuket starting from 11:30 Koh Lipe Immigration Point Direct until 11:30 Koh Lipe Immigration Point Direct

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Ferries

Travelling by ferry is one of the most scenic ways to get from Koh Lipe to Phuket 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 Koh Lipe to Phuket

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Koh Lipe to Phuket? 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:

  • 57% users voted for a ferry ticket.
  • 23% chosen Ferry+Van
  • 13% chosen taxi+Ferry
  • 3% chosen Bus+Ferry
  • 2% chosen Bus+Ferry+Van
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Koh Lipe to Phuket

Facts about the transport from Koh Lipe to Phuket

Cheapest Transport$22
Fastest Transport4h 45m
Earliest Departure9:00 AM
Latest Departure12:30 PM
Departures per day30
Distance238 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAndaman Sea Tour and Transport, Awaycation Trip, Baan Pun Travel, Bundhaya Speed Boat, Hi Lipe, Jolly Travel, Kamolrat Travel and Transport, Kanab Naam Tour, Koh Ngai Camping, Lipe ferry and speed boat, Marinee Travel, Nopjira Trans, Nopphayar Trans and Tour, Satun Pakbara Speed Boat Club, Smart En Plus, Sri Trang, Teaw Sanook Tour And Travel, Thubthim Siam Travel, Tigerline Travel