Driver left someone behind so we had to go back, adding 20 minutes to the journey.
Railay to Krabi, Ferry Longtail Boat, Happy Krabi Tour (Happy Krabi Tour), Jan 18, 2026
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Alessandro P
Dishonest Provider. Booked a speedboat but only got a long tail.
I purchased a speedboat transfer through 12Go/Tigerline. On the day of travel, no speedboat was provided. Instead, we were repeatedly told by the local representative at Railay that there was no speedboat at all, only a long-tail boat. Because there was no other option presented, we were forced to take a long-tail boat to a different pier and then a Tigerline van on the mainland to our final destination.
We specifically booked a speedboat due to seasickness issues, and we paid significantly more for it. The actual service we received (long-tail + local van) normally costs about 200–280 THB per person, but we were charged almost four times that amount for a service that was not delivered. (750 bhat per person)
I requested a partial refund (750–1,000 THB), which I believe is reasonable and supported by local price comparisons. 12Go refused to issue any refund. Tigerline called us liars when we asked for a partial refund to reflect the actual service we received. I've now spent weeks arguing with 12go while Tiger line gives completely nonsense responses. Tiger line's response is that we must've gotten on the wrong boat which makes no sense because we didn't pay that boat operator anything and there was a Tiger line van waiting for us once we got to the wrong pier. Why would a different operator let us ride for free? Why would we go to the wrong boat after speaking to their representative? (They admit that we checked in properly.) Why was there a Tigerline van waiting for us if we went to the wrong place? Why did the Tigerline van also let us ride for free if it wasn't part of my itinerary? What do I even have to gain from all this when I could've just booked a long tail directly if that's what I wanted? The only thing I asked for was a partial refund to reflect the much cheaper service rendered. Literally no one in this whole scheme has anything to gain but Tiger line and even though I have provided evidence including pictures, 12go continues to parrot nonsensical explanations given by Tiger line with 0 evidence.
2 stars because we did get to where we needed to go in the end, it just took twice as long, and cost 4x as much.
Find a different operator.
Railay to Krabi, Ferry Speedboat, Tigerline Travel (ไทเกอร์ ไลน์ ทราเวล), Dec 3, 2025
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Anne
Everything in time, perfect!
Railay to Krabi, taxi Comfort 3pax, Andaman Taxis (Andaman Taxis), May 4, 2025
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Alejandro E
To improve the experience, it would be better if you let them know which boat number will be picking you up, since there is no one at the Pier coordinating with the company.
Luckily they called me on the phone and I was able to take the boat.
Railay to Krabi, Ferry Longtail Boat, Happy Krabi Tour (Happy Krabi Tour), Mar 12, 2025
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Katrin
We should be there at 7:30 am but the check in office opened at 8:00 am. Chaos and our Order was not given to the Operator. But as usual in Thailand, it worked out in the end. The following transfer to Koh Phangan worked perfect.
Railay to Krabi, taxi Long Tail Boat 5pax, Railay Eco Tour, Feb 23, 2024
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Jennifer
It took 10 minutes instead of 30 min so i don't understand the 200 THB i had to pay
Railay to Krabi, Ferry Long Tail Boat 6pax, Andaman Shuttle, Sep 2, 2023
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Dennis V
Well organised, Swift & smooth!
Railay to Krabi, Ferry Long Tail Boat 6pax, Andaman Shuttle, Aug 20, 2023
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Tanya L
It was a short long boat ride. It was well organised and left on time.
Railay to Krabi, Ferry Long Tail Boat 6pax, Andaman Shuttle, Jul 27, 2023
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Juliane S
arrived on time. The trip was indicated with 30 minutes, are actually only 10-15 minutes. So speedboat you can save yourself.
This review was autotranslated
pünktlich angekommen. Die Fahrt wurde mit 30 Minuten angegebenen, sind tatsächlich nur 10-15Minuten gefahren. Also Speedboat kann man sich sparen.
Railay to Krabi, Ferry Long Tail Boat 6pax, Andaman Shuttle, Mar 22, 2023
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Railay to Krabi Schedule
Type
Operator
Class
Departure Time
Arrival Time
Price
Rating
Taxi
Railay Eco Tour
Long Tail Boat 5pax
Any time
+20m
$25.38
3.0
Ferry
Satun Pakbara Speed Boat Club
Speedboat
08:35
08:50
$8.57
5.0
Ferry
Andaman Shuttle
Speedboat
09:00
09:15
$8.25
Ferry
Andaman Shuttle
Long Tail Boat 6pax
09:30
09:50
$5.08
4.6
Ferry
Happy Krabi Tour
Longtail Boat
10:00
10:40
$4.76
4.1
Ferry
Andaman Shuttle
Speedboat
11:00
11:15
$8.25
Ferry
Andaman Shuttle
Long Tail Boat 6pax
11:30
11:50
$5.08
4.6
Ferry
Happy Krabi Tour
Longtail Boat
13:00
13:40
$4.76
4.1
Ferry
Andaman Shuttle
Long Tail Boat 6pax
13:30
13:50
$5.08
4.6
Ferry
Andaman Shuttle
Speedboat
15:00
15:15
$8.25
Ferry
Happy Krabi Tour
Longtail Boat
17:00
17:40
$4.76
4.1
Ferry
Tigerline Travel
Speedboat
17:45
18:30
$39.66
Ferry
Happy Krabi Tour
Longtail Boat
19:00
19:40
$6.35
4.1
How to get from Railay to Krabi
When you want to get from Railay to Krabi, 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 Van. 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 62.03. 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 far is Railay from Krabi?
If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Railay to Krabi. Your trip will be a total of 6 miles (9 km). The flying distance is 6 miles (9 km).
How long does it take to get from Railay to Krabi?
The travel time from Railay to Krabi can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 5 hours.
How much does it cost to get from Railay to Krabi?
The cost of the trip from Railay to Krabi 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 62.03.
Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Railay to Krabi:
Van price : USD 3.81 - USD 25.98;
Ferry tickets - USD 8.25 to USD 31.82.
taxi+Ferry price: USD 8.88 - USD 11.10. From Railay to Krabi starting from 13:00 Floating Pier East Railay until 19:00 Floating Pier East Railay
Ferry+Van price: USD 11.10 - USD 19.77. From Railay to Krabi starting from 11:30 Floating Pier East Railay until 17:30 Floating Pier East Railay
Bus tickets - USD 13.71 to USD 13.71;
taxi+Van price: USD 19.19. From Railay to Krabi 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 12.06 to USD 62.03.
How many trips per day are there between Railay and Krabi?
Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.
Vans from Railay to Krabi depart during the day - there are approximately 139 departures a day.
Ferries leave from Railay for Krabi 32 times a day.
8 by Ferry+Van from Railay to Krabi starting from 11:30 Floating Pier East Railay until 17:30 Floating Pier East Railay
4 by taxi+Van from Railay to Krabi starting from 00:00 Klong Jilard Pier until 00:00 Klong Jilard Pier
3 by taxi+Ferry from Railay to Krabi starting from 13:00 Floating Pier East Railay until 19:00 Floating Pier East Railay
Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Railay to Krabi any time of the day.
Which means of transport is the best for the route?
Buses
Taking a bus from Railay to Krabi 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 Railay to Krabi. 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 12.06.
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 Railay to Krabi 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 Railay to Krabi. 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 Railay to Krabi.
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 Railay to Krabi
How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Railay to Krabi? 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:
