Big Buddha to Koh Phi Phi

Big Buddha to Koh Phi Phi

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How to get from Big Buddha to Koh Phi Phi

When you want to get from Big Buddha to Koh Phi Phi, 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 Ferry+Van ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about EUR 38.16. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a ferry as a ferry ticket costs as low as EUR 13.63.

How far is Big Buddha from Koh Phi Phi?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Big Buddha to Koh Phi Phi. Your trip will be a total of 27 miles (42 km). The flying distance is 27 miles (42 km).

How long does it take to get from Big Buddha to Koh Phi Phi?

The travel time from Big Buddha to Koh Phi Phi can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 4 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Big Buddha to Koh Phi Phi?

The cost of the trip from Big Buddha to Koh Phi Phi varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970): travelling by ferry expect to pay as low as EUR 13.63 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Ferry+Van - a one-way Ferry+Van ticket can cost as much as EUR 38.16.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Big Buddha to Koh Phi Phi:

  • Ferry tickets - EUR 13.63 to EUR 34.07.
  • Van price : EUR 15.10;
  • Ferry+Van price: EUR 16.36 - EUR 38.16. From Big Buddha to Koh Phi Phi starting from 06:30 Kata Beach Hotel Transfer until 14:00 Phuket Town Hotel Transfer
  • taxi+Van price: EUR 17.72 - EUR 40.89. From Big Buddha to Koh Phi Phi starting from 08:00 Phuket Town Transfer until 10:30 Phuket Town Transfer
  • taxi+Ferry price: EUR 34.46. From Big Buddha to Koh Phi Phi starting from 14:00 Rassada Pier until 14:00 Rassada Pier

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from EUR 79.95 to EUR 100.31.

How many trips per day are there between Big Buddha and Koh Phi Phi?

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

  • 90 by Ferry+Van from Big Buddha to Koh Phi Phi starting from 06:30 Kata Beach Hotel Transfer until 14:00 Phuket Town Hotel Transfer
  • Ferries leave from Big Buddha for Koh Phi Phi 69 times a day.
  • Vans from Big Buddha to Koh Phi Phi depart during the day - there are approximately 3 departures a day.
  • 1 by taxi+Ferry from Big Buddha to Koh Phi Phi starting from 14:00 Rassada Pier until 14:00 Rassada Pier

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Big Buddha to Koh Phi Phi. 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 EUR 79.95.

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 Big Buddha to Koh Phi Phi 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 Big Buddha to Koh Phi Phi. 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 Big Buddha to Koh Phi Phi.

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 Big Buddha to Koh Phi Phi

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Big Buddha to Koh Phi Phi? 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:

  • 53% users voted for a ferry ticket.
  • 44% chosen Ferry+Van
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Big Buddha to Koh Phi Phi

Facts about the transport from Big Buddha to Koh Phi Phi

Cheapest Transport€14
Fastest Transport50m
Earliest Departure6:30 早上
Latest Departure3:30 下午
Departures per day163
Distance42 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAndaman Taxis, Andaman Wave Master, Ao Nang Travel And Tour, Bundhaya Speed Boat, Call Me Taxi, Call Me Taxi Thailand, Chaokoh Travel Center, Chureang Travel, Happy EV Taxi, Jijie Tour and Travel, K and P Travel and Tour, Lanta Petpailin, Phantip 1970, Phi Phi Cruiser, Phi Phi Kanichta Tour, Phi Phi Logistic and Tour, PP Cabana Express, PP Sabai Marine, Satun Pakbara Speed Boat Club, Seatran Phuket