Koh Phangan to Koh Lanta

Koh Phangan to Koh Lanta

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Koh Phangan to Koh Lanta Destination Reviews

JS
I was dreading the overnight boat but this was actually the best part. I travelled in low season so it wasn’t full and I had plenty of room and managed to sleep on the boat from Koh Phangan to Surat Thani. Once we got off the sleeper boat it was so chaotic and unorganised. At first there was around 6 of us waiting at the pier (all going different locations - Koh lanta, krabi and Phuket) there was a guy with a 12Go sign that just kept saying wait here 5 mins over and over, then he told the girl going to Phuket she had to wait whilst the rest left so we got in the van then he shouted her to come get in😂 whenever anyone asked questions about what was happening the driver just got really angry and frustrated with us and would just say okay okay over and over. Maybe a language barrier so I do feel bad about this but no explanation was given. We then dropped some people off at different bus stations and pulled into a toilet stop where you could buy coffee etc and more buses pulled up and this again was so chaotic with people going to lots of different destinations and not knowing which van to get in, once organised we then drove to another bus stop dropped 2 people off who were going the same place as us so we asked if we needed to get off and again the driver got super annoyed with us and just said no with no explanation as to why. We then drove around the corner swapped vans again and picked the same 2 passengers back up😂 then we drove to the pier and over to Koh Lanta and the driver tried to make us pay extra to get dropped off at our hotel but when we showed him the ticket said transfer he dropped it. If the mini van situation was refined we would have got to Koh lanta 3 hours earlier. So basically it doesn’t actually matter which company you book with as you all end up on a random van anyway and if you pay for a transfer before hand make sure you can prove it and it’s best not to ask any questions and just trust you’ll end up where you’re going😂
Koh Phangan to Koh Lanta, Van Van + Sleeper Boat, Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel (ทรัพย์ทวีผลทัวร์แอนด์ทราเวล), Oct 14, 2025
GW
Not the best. Lots of messing about. The bus is about 30 years old and the toilet is unusable. The mini bus driver did 3 detours which included collecting his wife and 3 children who were in the minibus too. Probably not a huge problem for people getting on in Krabi but we’d been up since 6am travelling from Koh Phangan and by 4pm, we just wanted to get off the transport and be there, not messing about with detours. We went with Lomprayah thinking it would be a better service than some of the other operators but don’t think it was worth the extra cost.
Koh Phangan to Koh Lanta, Ferry Express, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Oct 11, 2025
MR
Allt gick smidigt men ac:
Koh Phangan to Koh Lanta, Ferry Express, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Apr 28, 2025
NA
It went great. But I was pissed that the driver tricked us saying that the taxi costs 250 per person instead of 150 per person to our hotel area. And he made sure that we pay him directly before we even arrived to koh lanta.
Koh Phangan to Koh Lanta, Van Minibus + ferry, 12Go Transport (12Go Transport), Dec 27, 2024
KL
On this route, you will change VAN to another one in Krabi. In the end, the route looks like this: Koh Phangan to Donsak ferry. Then VAN from Donsak to Krabi. Then another VAN from Krabi to Koh Lanta. Part of the road from Donsak to Krabi was terrible. The VAN was old and uncomfortable. In addition, some kind of device was beeping irritatingly on the dashboard all the way. It made it very difficult to sleep. When I asked to turn off the device or make it quieter, the driver reacted inappropriately - stopped VAN and tried to drop me off right on the road. The VAN on the way from Krabi to Koh Lanta is also not very comfortable, but it is not so long to go. It is wonderful that VAN brings you directly to the selected hotel.
Koh Phangan to Koh Lanta, Ferry Ferry + Van + Ferry, Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel (ทรัพย์ทวีผลทัวร์แอนด์ทราเวล), Dec 6, 2024
CE
We had to change vehicles 4 times, no one told us anything, everyone just shouted. The van was completely full because some people had too much luggage that blocked a seat and I had to sit in the front where there was no real seat, there was no seatbelt, no head rest and my head almost hit the ceiling. The driver went way too fast and was constantly on his phone texting or watching videos. After contacting the support team they just told me they were sorry for my unpleasant experience.
Koh Phangan to Koh Lanta, Ferry Express, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Sep 3, 2023
EG
Good communication
Koh Phangan to Koh Lanta, Van Regional 14pax, Raja Ferry (ราชา เฟอร์รี่), Aug 18, 2023
CY
All in all ok. But it is very frustrating that there is no information upfront where and when you do a bus change or how much time you have until the next bus arrives. You only know that you trip will involve a ferry and a bus...
Koh Phangan to Koh Lanta, Van Regional 14pax, Raja Ferry (ราชา เฟอร์รี่), Jul 18, 2023
JH
Get to the boat about a hour early if you want any choice of bed!! Ferry was cramped with small thin ‘gym mat’ mattresses - probably about a metre space across per person. Also the girls next to me were top and tailing because they couldn’t find enough beds each, would have been useful to have a designated bed each because it was definitely cramped where I was. However experience was fine for what I paid and the crossing was smooth and it was an easy checkin.
Koh Phangan to Koh Lanta, Ferry Sleeper Boat + Van, Koh Tao Booking Center (Koh Tao Booking Center), Jul 6, 2023
IA
We needed to pay another 600 Bath for our luggage. The ferry from Koh Phangan to the mainland was very old and the seats disgusting. The minivan was so loaded that one became really claustrophobic. The suitcases and backpacks were stuffed between the seats. At first you thought that this is only for 1 hour until we had to change and you could already endure it, then it was the same game in the next van. In addition, it was then said at the connecting bus that there was no room for our luggage, although we had even paid extra. We then had to wait 1.5 hours for the next bus. This was again completely crammed, so that one really could not move at all. 2 of us sat on emergency seats, which had squeaked the whole time and had to hold the luggage. An unreasonable demand.
Koh Phangan to Koh Lanta, Ferry Express, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Apr 2, 2023
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Koh Phangan to Koh Lanta Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Gosafe Transport
Van 9pax
Any time
+8h
$273.92
Van
Phangan Tour 2000
Van + Ferry
05:00
15:00
$28.62
Ferry
Phantip 1970
Express
05:00
16:30
$24.13
  3.8
Ferry
Phantip 1970
Express
05:30
16:30
$24.13
  4.8
Ferry
Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel
Ferry + Van + Ferry
05:30
14:00
$24.62
  2.0
Ferry
Lomlahkkhirin
Speedboat
07:50
16:30
$27.08
Van
Jarinthon Tour
Minivan + Ferry
08:00
16:30
$22.23
Ferry
Lomprayah
Express
08:00
16:00
$27.08
  5.0
Ferry
Lomlahkkhirin
Speedboat + Van
08:05
16:30
$40.01
  5.0
Ferry
Lomlahkkhirin
Speedboat
08:05
17:30
$27.08
Ferry
Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel
Ferry + Van + Ferry
08:30
18:00
$26.16
  2.0
Van
Phangan Tour 2000
Van + Ferry
08:30
18:00
$28.62
  4.0
Ferry
Lomprayah
Express
11:00
18:00
$27.08
  5.0
Ferry
Lomprayah
Express
11:00
18:00
$34.47
Van
Seatran Discovery
Ferry + Van
11:30
19:30
$27.70
Van
Udomrat Tour
Sleeper Boat + Van
20:00
11:50
$30.78
Van
Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel
Van + Sleeper Boat
22:00
12:30
$27.70
  4.5
Ferry
Fame Tour
Sleeper Boat + Van
22:00
11:30
$33.86
  5.0

Transportation from Koh Phangan to Koh Lanta

Facts about the transport from Koh Phangan to Koh Lanta

Cheapest Transport$28
Fastest Transport8h
Earliest Departure5:00 ص
Latest Departure10:00 م
Departures per day19
Distance400 kilometers
Transport Companies12Go Transport, Fame Tour, Future Travel and Service, Jijie Tour and Travel, Lomlahkkhirin, Lomprayah, Phangan Tour 2000, Phantip 1970, Raja Ferry, Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel, Songserm, Udomrat Tour

How to get from Koh Phangan to Koh Lanta

When you want to get from Koh Phangan to Koh Lanta, 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 Ferry ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Ferry ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 49.25. 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 28.07.

How far is Koh Phangan from Koh Lanta?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Koh Phangan to Koh Lanta. Your trip will be a total of 249 miles (400 km). The flying distance is 249 miles (400 km).

How long does it take to get from Koh Phangan to Koh Lanta?

The travel time from Koh Phangan to Koh Lanta can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 8 to 15 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Koh Phangan to Koh Lanta?

The cost of the trip from Koh Phangan to Koh Lanta varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is 12Go Transport: travelling by ferry+van expect to pay as low as USD 28.07 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Ferry - a one-way Ferry ticket can cost as much as USD 49.25.

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

  • Bus+Ferry+Van price: USD 27.70. From Koh Phangan to Koh Lanta starting from 07:00 Thong Sala Koh Phangan until 07:00 Thong Sala Koh Phangan
  • Ferry+Van price: USD 28.07 - USD 49.24. From Koh Phangan to Koh Lanta starting from 05:30 Thong Sala Koh Phangan until 22:00 Thong Sala Koh Phangan
  • Bus+Ferry price: USD 33.24. From Koh Phangan to Koh Lanta starting from 05:00 Thong Sala Koh Phangan until 08:00 Thong Sala Koh Phangan
  • Ferry tickets - USD 33.24 to USD 49.24.
  • taxi+Ferry+Van price: USD 33.55. From Koh Phangan to Koh Lanta starting from 05:00 Thong Sala Koh Phangan until 05:00 Thong Sala Koh Phangan

How many trips per day are there between Koh Phangan and Koh Lanta?

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

  • Ferries leave from Koh Phangan for Koh Lanta 11 times a day.
  • 8 by Ferry+Van from Koh Phangan to Koh Lanta starting from 05:30 Thong Sala Koh Phangan until 22:00 Thong Sala Koh Phangan

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 Phangan to Koh Lanta 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 Phangan to Koh Lanta

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Koh Phangan to Koh Lanta? 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:

  • 65% chosen Ferry+Van
  • 31% users voted for a ferry ticket.
  • 2% chosen Bus+Ferry
  • 2% chosen taxi+Ferry+Van