Krabi to Railay by ferry, van, bus, taxi from THB 120

Krabi to Railay Destination Reviews

Ellie M

Late going and late coming back, which is not their fault completely as it was the public who were late getting to the pier. We got stuck on some sand in the middle of the river and they had to get 2 people on the boat to help the driver push the boat off the sand. Overall, it was cheap but just really uncomfortable.

Krabi to Railay, Ferry Longtail Boat, Happy Krabi Tour (Happy Krabi Tour), Jan 21, 2026

Stephen L

The engine wasn’t running very well - it needed lots of attention from the driver. We had to keep stopping because of this.

Krabi to Railay, Ferry Longtail Boat, Happy Krabi Tour (Happy Krabi Tour), Jan 18, 2026

Khadija

Wasn’t happy with the transfer waited where we were told but the driver was waiting elsewhere … flight was delayed however I did provide the flight number so they could track .. the person at the office that I was chatting to via WhatsApp ,to find out abt the transfer would respond to 2 msgs and then go quiet for a while … The ferry part wasn’t explained properly .. no help with luggage .. and it wasn’t a ferry but rather a long tail boat that was filled to capacity .. and out luggage got wet in the process

Krabi to Railay, Van Van + Ferry, Jijie Tour and Travel (จีจี้ ทัวร์ แอนด์ ทราเวล), Dec 17, 2025

Ala Y

Airport transfer was a bad experience. The car was dirty semelles of gasoline and was in very poor condition also the driver drove badly. Once at the port we waited 1 hour because there weren’t enough passengers they only depart when they have 10 people I do not recommend

Krabi to Railay, Van Van + Ferry, Jijie Tour and Travel (จีจี้ ทัวร์ แอนด์ ทราเวล), Dec 14, 2025

Kris C

Timely and efficient.

Krabi to Railay, Ferry Long Tail Boat 6pax, Andaman Shuttle, Jul 12, 2025

Julie D

Real cheap!!went all way frm railay beach to khoal lak!!600 bh!!driver was a bit confused as everyone else went to krabi airport but he got me on bus &here i am!!happy days thankyou drivers!!!

Krabi to Railay, Ferry Long Tail Boat 6pax, Andaman Shuttle, Jun 30, 2025

Gingcong S

Very satisfied with this trip. Airport Black Tiger tour office easy to find. The staffs are friendly and helpful. The driver of tour is very nice and connect with ferry office. Everything is good go on. The ferry is also comfort and on time to Reilay Beach. The price is cheaper than other travel website.

Krabi to Railay, Van Van + Ferry, Black Tiger Tour, May 26, 2025

Richard

Poorly organised, later than promised, not to the booked ending point.

Krabi to Railay, Ferry Longtail Boat, Happy Krabi Tour (Happy Krabi Tour), Jan 12, 2025

Jason C

Everything was efficient and service was good

Krabi to Railay, Van Van + Ferry, Black Tiger Tour, Jan 12, 2025

Tatjana F

We departures half an hour later but anything else was a great experience!

Krabi to Railay, Ferry Longtail Boat, Happy Krabi Tour (Happy Krabi Tour), Dec 24, 2024

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Krabi to Railay Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Taxi	Railay Eco Tour	Long Tail Boat 5pax	Any time	+20m	$25.38	5.0
Van	Andaman Shuttle	Van + Ferry	07:30	08:20	$8.25
Van	Black Tiger Tour	Van + Ferry	08:00	09:00	$13.33	4.3
Ferry	Lanta Super Concord Tour	Longtail Boat	08:30	09:45	$6.95
Ferry	Andaman Shuttle	Long Tail Boat 6pax	09:00	09:20	$5.08	4.6
Van	Black Tiger Tour	Van + Ferry	10:00	11:00	$13.33	4.3
Van	TransBaanTon	Van + Ferry	10:30	11:30	$22.21
Ferry	Andaman Shuttle	Long Tail Boat 6pax	11:00	11:20	$5.08	4.6
Ferry	Happy Krabi Tour	Longtail Boat	11:30	12:10	$4.76	4.5
Van	Black Tiger Tour	Van + Ferry	12:00	13:00	$13.33	4.3
Van	K and P Travel and Tour	Standard	12:40	13:05	$9.84	2.0
Ferry	Andaman Shuttle	Long Tail Boat 6pax	13:00	13:20	$5.08	4.6
Van	Andaman Shuttle	Van + Ferry	13:30	14:20	$8.25
Ferry	Happy Krabi Tour	Longtail Boat	14:00	14:40	$4.76	4.5
Ferry	Satun Pakbara Speed Boat Club	Speedboat	14:30	14:50	$8.57
Ferry	Andaman Shuttle	Long Tail Boat 6pax	15:00	15:20	$5.08	4.6
Van	K and P Travel and Tour	Standard	15:20	15:45	$9.84	2.0
Ferry	Andaman Shuttle	Speedboat	16:00	16:15	$8.25
Ferry	Andaman Shuttle	Long Tail Boat 6pax	17:00	17:20	$5.08	4.6
Ferry	Andaman Shuttle	Speedboat	18:00	18:15	$8.25

How to get from Krabi to Railay

When you want to get from Krabi to Railay, 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 Taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus 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 83.92. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a van as a van ticket costs as low as USD 3.81.

How much does it cost to get from Krabi to Railay?

The cost of the trip from Krabi to Railay varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Phichet Transport: travelling by van expect to pay as low as USD 3.81 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 83.92.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Krabi to Railay:

Van price : USD 3.81 - USD 27.19;
Bus+Van price: USD 6.35. From Krabi to Railay starting from 09:50 KP Krabi Bus Terminal Office until 19:50 KP Krabi Bus Terminal Office
Ferry tickets - USD 8.25 to USD 32.08.
Ferry+Van price: USD 8.34 - USD 37.03. From Krabi to Railay starting from 07:30 Krabi Town Transfer until 17:30 Floating Pier East Railay
taxi+Ferry price: USD 8.88 - USD 26.65. From Krabi to Railay starting from 00:00 Krabi Town Hotel Transfer until 19:00 Floating Pier East Railay
taxi+Ferry+Van price: USD 11.10. From Krabi to Railay starting from 10:00 KP Krabi Bus Terminal Office until 10:00 KP Krabi Bus Terminal Office
Bus tickets - USD 13.71 to USD 13.71;
taxi+Van price: USD 19.19. From Krabi to Railay starting from 00:00 Klong Jilard Pier until 00:00 Klong Jilard Pier

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 8.03 to USD 83.92.

How many trips per day are there between Krabi and Railay?

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

Vans from Krabi to Railay depart during the day - there are approximately 158 departures a day.
Ferries leave from Krabi for Railay 74 times a day.
58 by Ferry+Van from Krabi to Railay starting from 07:30 Krabi Town Transfer until 17:30 Floating Pier East Railay
5 by taxi+Ferry from Krabi to Railay starting from 00:00 Krabi Town Hotel Transfer until 19:00 Floating Pier East Railay
4 by taxi+Van from Krabi to Railay starting from 00:00 Klong Jilard Pier until 00:00 Klong Jilard Pier
Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Krabi to Railay any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Krabi to Railay is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Krabi to Railay. 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 8.03.

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 Krabi to Railay 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.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Krabi to Railay. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Krabi to Railay.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Krabi to Railay

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Krabi to Railay? 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:

39% users voted for a ferry ticket.
39% chosen Ferry+Van
7% decided to catch a taxi.
6% chosen taxi+Ferry
6% opted for a van.
1% Other

Transportation from Krabi to Railay

Facts about the transport from Krabi to Railay

Cheapest Transport	$4
Fastest Transport	5m
Earliest Departure	12:00 AM
Latest Departure	9:01 PM
Departures per day	494
Distance	5 kilometers
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Krabi to Railay