Hat Yai to Koh Tao

Hat Yai to Koh Tao

Hat Yai
Koh Tao
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Hat Yai to Koh Tao Destination Reviews

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The trip was so smooth. The workers are so nice, and the driver is very polite and cute. I like how he mentioned every stop and helped with the bags. Thank you so much! I recommend this. They arranged everything from Hatyai to Koh Tao. Love it!
Hat Yai to Koh Tao, Bus Bus + Speedboat, P Plus Express (P Plus Express), Sep 15, 2025
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Hat Yai to Koh Tao Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Bus
KST Travel
Bus + Bus
07:30
18:30
$48.93
Bus
P Plus Express
Bus + Speedboat
09:00
18:00
$42.51
Ferry
Fame Tour
Sleeper Boat + Van
13:00
06:00
$36.70

How to get from Hat Yai to Koh Tao

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

  • Bus
  • Ferry
  • Van

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Bus+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 USD 48.93. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a ferry+van as a ferry+van ticket costs as low as USD 38.23.

How far is Hat Yai from Koh Tao?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Hat Yai to Koh Tao. Your trip will be a total of 280 miles (450 km). The flying distance is 280 miles (450 km).

How long does it take to get from Hat Yai to Koh Tao?

The travel time from Hat Yai to Koh Tao can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 9 to 17 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Hat Yai to Koh Tao?

The cost of the trip from Hat Yai to Koh Tao varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Udomrat Tour: travelling by ferry+van expect to pay as low as USD 38.23 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 USD 48.93.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Hat Yai to Koh Tao:

  • Bus+Ferry+Train+Van price: USD 9.02 - USD 57.10. From Hat Yai to Koh Tao starting from 17:45 Hat Yai until 18:15 Hat Yai
  • Ferry+Train price: USD 22.94 - USD 68.97. From Hat Yai to Koh Tao starting from 15:50 Hat Yai until 18:15 Hat Yai
  • Bus+Ferry+Train price: USD 28.29 - USD 55.94. From Hat Yai to Koh Tao starting from 17:45 Hat Yai until 17:45 Hat Yai
  • Ferry+Van price: USD 38.23 - USD 48.93. From Hat Yai to Koh Tao starting from 09:00 Wichan Tour Office until 13:00 Wichan Tour Office
  • Bus+Ferry price: USD 45.26. From Hat Yai to Koh Tao starting from 09:00 P Plus Express Hat Yai until 09:00 P Plus Express Hat Yai
  • Bus+Ferry+Van price: USD 48.93. From Hat Yai to Koh Tao starting from 19:30 Hat Yai Bus Terminal until 19:30 Hat Yai Bus Terminal
  • Bus price: USD 55.05. From Hat Yai to Koh Tao starting from 07:30 P Plus Express Hat Yai until 07:30 P Plus Express Hat Yai
  • Bus+taxi+Ferry price: USD 189.31. From Hat Yai to Koh Tao starting from 00:00 Ao Nang Transfer except Krabi Town and Railay until 00:00 Ao Nang Transfer except Krabi Town and Railay
  • Bus+taxi+Ferry+Van price: USD 265.77. From Hat Yai to Koh Tao starting from 00:00 Surat Thani Town Transfer until 00:00 Surat Thani Town Transfer

How many trips per day are there between Hat Yai and Koh Tao?

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

  • 26 by Ferry+Train from Hat Yai to Koh Tao starting from 15:50 Hat Yai until 18:15 Hat Yai
  • 16 by Bus+Ferry+Train+Van from Hat Yai to Koh Tao starting from 17:45 Hat Yai until 18:15 Hat Yai
  • 2 by Bus+Ferry+Van from Hat Yai to Koh Tao starting from 19:30 Hat Yai Bus Terminal until 19:30 Hat Yai Bus Terminal
  • 2 by Ferry+Van from Hat Yai to Koh Tao starting from 09:00 Wichan Tour Office until 13:00 Wichan Tour Office
  • 1 by Bus+Ferry from Hat Yai to Koh Tao starting from 09:00 P Plus Express Hat Yai until 09:00 P Plus Express Hat Yai

The most popular transport from Hat Yai to Koh Tao

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Hat Yai to Koh Tao? 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:

  • 95% chosen Bus+Ferry
  • 5% chosen Ferry+Van

Transportation from Hat Yai to Koh Tao

Facts about the transport from Hat Yai to Koh Tao

Cheapest Transport$39
Fastest Transport9h
Earliest Departure7:30 AM
Latest Departure1:00 PM
Departures per day3
Distance450 kilometers
Transport CompaniesKST Travel, P Plus Express, Udomrat Tour