Koh Tao to Phuket

Koh Tao to Phuket

Koh Tao
Phuket
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Koh Tao to Phuket Destination Reviews

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Jeske K
The ferry part of the trip was good, rough seas but that is out of their control. The 5 hour bus part was a different story, very disorganised at the embarking and bus safety and comfort standards below what i expected. No seat belts and very old bus that made me feel unsafe. The driver was very good.
Koh Tao to Phuket, Ferry Express, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Jul 2, 2026
MJ
Mohammad J
Excellent arrangement and staff....both bus and ferry...easy to check in and check out...amazing experience overall journey comfortable and easy
Koh Tao to Phuket, Ferry Express, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Jun 17, 2026
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Robin S
Two hours delay because long wait at Surat Thani Pier and changing the bus several times. Second driver wanted extra money for Hotel drop off, but we already had paid the ticket to the Hotel.
Koh Tao to Phuket, Van Van + Speedboat, Call Me Taxi (คอลมีแท๊กซี่), Apr 5, 2026
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Jean
Time pickup not indicated on the pdf ticket and waiting time at the arrival pier was too long Too many stops during the trip 2 vehicles changes for somebody Finally arrival at the hotel with 2:30 delays
Koh Tao to Phuket, Van Van + Speedboat, Call Me Taxi (คอลมีแท๊กซี่), Mar 29, 2026
GR
Gemma R
***Not Express*** This company has a very different idea of what “express” means. Their definition of express includes multiple island layovers/ stops, changing ferries, and other delays. I have yet to have one trip with this company actually arrive on time or be a truly express trip.
Koh Tao to Phuket, Ferry Express, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Mar 29, 2026
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Daniel H
Very well organized and on time
Koh Tao to Phuket, Ferry Ferry + Bus, Koh Tao Booking Center (Koh Tao Booking Center), Mar 18, 2026
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Niall M
Our driver drove through the Khao Sok national park rather than traveling down the 44 main road which would have been the most direct route. There is no reason that he would need to take this route other than to make a personal stop. He did this to pick up a woman. We stopped at a petrol station and a woman got in the taxi and sat next to the driver. I assume it was his girlfriend. This journey started at 2pm and we arrived just before 8pm which caused a customer to be late for her 8pm flight. This cost her over One thousand dollars and he even refused to stop at the international departures for her. Myself and my partner were also caused financial and practical inconvenience which affected our onward journey. I am requesting a full refund for this trip. The drivers service and conduct was completely unprofessional and utterly unacceptable.
Koh Tao to Phuket, Van Van + Speedboat, Call Me Taxi (คอลมีแท๊กซี่), Feb 20, 2026
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Rami M
The night ferry was good. The bus took a very long route, wasn’t comfortable much, he was delayed alot, alot of stops also. I arrived one and half hours late.
Koh Tao to Phuket, Ferry Sleeper Boat + Bus, Fame Tour (เฟมทัวร์), Feb 14, 2026
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Linnea A
So easy, comfortable bus.
Koh Tao to Phuket, Ferry Express, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Feb 12, 2026
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Robert M
Well the freight (call a ferry) was as close to an Indiana Jones experience as it get!
Koh Tao to Phuket, Bus Standard, Ruea Chor Maetapee, Feb 8, 2026
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Koh Tao to Phuket Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Ferry
Lomprayah
Express
07:00
15:30
$26.41
  4.3
Ferry
Lomprayah
Express
09:30
18:30
$26.41
  4.3
Van
Call Me Taxi
Van + Speedboat
09:30
19:30
$51.01
  4.5
Ferry
Koh Tao Booking Center
Speedboat + Bus
11:00
19:30
$43.51
  3.8
Ferry
Koh Tao Booking Center
Ferry + Bus
21:00
12:00
$31.51
  4.0
Ferry
Fame Tour
Sleeper Boat + Bus
21:00
12:00
$31.51
  4.0

How to get from Koh Tao to Phuket

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

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Ferry
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight+ferry. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus+ferry+van ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight+Ferry+Van ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 158.17. 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 46.81.

How far is Koh Tao from Phuket?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Koh Tao to Phuket. Your trip will be a total of 89 miles (142 km). The flying distance is 89 miles (142 km).

How long does it take to get from Koh Tao to Phuket?

The travel time from Koh Tao to Phuket can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 16 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Koh Tao to Phuket?

The cost of the trip from Koh Tao to Phuket varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Call Me Taxi (คอลมีแท๊กซี่): travelling by ferry+van expect to pay as low as USD 46.81 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight+Ferry+Van - a one-way flight+Ferry+Van ticket can cost as much as USD 158.17.

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

  • Ferry+Bus price: USD 29.50 - USD 48.79. From Koh Tao to Phuket starting from 09:30 Mae Haad Koh Tao until 10:00 Mae Haad Koh Tao
  • Bus+Ferry price: USD 32.41 - USD 62.00. From Koh Tao to Phuket starting from 09:30 Koh Tao Lomprayah until 21:00 Mae Haad Koh Tao
  • flight+Ferry price: USD 39.91. From Koh Tao to Phuket starting from 09:30 Mae Haad Koh Tao until 09:30 Mae Haad Koh Tao
  • Bus+Ferry+Van price: USD 46.33. From Koh Tao to Phuket starting from 21:00 Mae Haad Koh Tao until 21:00 Mae Haad Koh Tao
  • Ferry+Van price: USD 46.81. From Koh Tao to Phuket starting from 09:30 Koh Tao Lomprayah until 09:30 Koh Tao Lomprayah
  • Ferry tickets - USD 48.01 to USD 48.01.
  • taxi+Ferry price: USD 54.01. From Koh Tao to Phuket starting from 09:30 Koh Tao Lomprayah until 09:30 Koh Tao Lomprayah
  • flight+Ferry+Van price: USD 158.17. From Koh Tao to Phuket starting from 12:30 Mae Haad Koh Tao until 12:30 Mae Haad Koh Tao

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

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

  • 2 by Ferry+Van from Koh Tao to Phuket starting from 09:30 Koh Tao Lomprayah until 09:30 Koh Tao Lomprayah
  • 1 by flight+Ferry+Van from Koh Tao to Phuket starting from 12:30 Mae Haad Koh Tao until 12:30 Mae Haad Koh Tao
  • Ferries leave from Koh Tao for Phuket 1 times a day.

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 Tao to Phuket 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 Tao to Phuket

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

  • 31% chosen Bus+Ferry
  • 18% users voted for a ferry ticket.
  • 17% chosen flight+Ferry
  • 17% chosen Ferry+Bus
  • 8% chosen taxi+Ferry
  • 8% chosen Ferry+Van
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Koh Tao to Phuket

Facts about the transport from Koh Tao to Phuket

Cheapest Transport$30
Fastest Transport2h 50m
Earliest Departure9:30 AM
Latest Departure9:00 PM
Departures per day4
Distance142 kilometers
Transport Companies465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport, Bangkok Airways, Call Me Taxi, Fame Tour, Koh Tao Booking Center, Lomlahkkhirin, Lomprayah, Nara Travel, Pattana Tour, Ruea Chor Maetapee, Songserm