Koh Tao to Phuket

Koh Tao to Phuket

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Phuket
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Koh Tao to Phuket Destination Reviews

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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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Eleonora A
We booked a journey from Koh Tao to Phuket, with Kata/Karon Beach clearly stated on the ticket as the final destination. The first part of the trip was excellent — the ferry arrived about 45 minutes earlier than scheduled, which was a pleasant surprise. Unfortunately, the second part of the journey by minivan was very disappointing. Halfway through the trip, the driver informed us that he could not take us to Kata or Karon Beach because it was “not his area.” We were dropped off in Phuket Town instead. The driver arranged a taxi for 1,000 baht for three people (we paid 700 baht as there were two of us) and told us to take care of ourselves. This was not what was promised when booking the ticket. If we had known in advance that we would not be taken to the final destination stated on the ticket, we would have chosen another operator. I do not recommend booking this route to Kata or Karon Beach, as you may not be taken there. For reference, the bus company was called “Call Me Taxi.”
Koh Tao to Phuket, Van Van + Speedboat, Call Me Taxi (คอลมีแท๊กซี่), Jan 22, 2026
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Ibby
Overall the trip went well, for some strange reason the mini bus driver at the end decided to drop people off In strange order. *info* If travelling during peak season book your tickets early as possible, all the daytime tickets were sold out for THREE days over NYE
Koh Tao to Phuket, Ferry Express, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Jan 2, 2026
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Marina A
Bad communication. Different informations from different people. Much to late, 3 hours of waiting between farry and Van. Uncomfortable driving, no opportunity to charge no water provided
Koh Tao to Phuket, Van Van + Speedboat, Call Me Taxi (คอลมีแท๊กซี่), Dec 16, 2025
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David V
Boat was good but 3 hours waiting on the pier for the van is to much. Also the van company was rude when I contacted them for some info
Koh Tao to Phuket, Van Van + Speedboat, Call Me Taxi (คอลมีแท๊กซี่), Dec 15, 2025
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Purav A
Loved it!
Koh Tao to Phuket, Ferry Ferry + Bus, Koh Tao Booking Center (Koh Tao Booking Center), Oct 29, 2025
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Tim O
The driver wqs driving unnecessarily dangerous, always overtaking other cars. He could make the ride a lot smoother, that would be nice
Koh Tao to Phuket, Ferry Speedboat + Bus, Koh Tao Booking Center (Koh Tao Booking Center), Oct 28, 2025
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Koh Tao to Phuket Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Ferry
Lomprayah
Express
07:00
15:30
$27.64
  4.3
Ferry
Lomprayah
Express
09:30
18:30
$27.64
  4.3
Van
Call Me Taxi
Van + Speedboat
09:30
19:30
$53.40
  4.5
Ferry
Koh Tao Booking Center
Speedboat + Bus
11:00
19:30
$45.55
  3.8
Ferry
Koh Tao Booking Center
Ferry + Bus
21:00
12:00
$32.98
  4.0
Ferry
Fame Tour
Sleeper Boat + Bus
21:00
12:00
$32.98
  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 Bus+Ferry ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 60.31. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus+ferry as a bus+ferry ticket costs as low as USD 39.27.

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 Fame Tour (เฟมทัวร์): travelling by bus+ferry expect to pay as low as USD 39.27 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus+Ferry - a one-way Bus+Ferry ticket can cost as much as USD 60.31.

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

  • Ferry+Bus price: USD 30.88 - USD 51.08. From Koh Tao to Phuket starting from 09:30 Mae Haad Koh Tao until 10:00 Mae Haad Koh Tao
  • Bus+Ferry price: USD 39.27 - USD 60.31. From Koh Tao to Phuket starting from 09:30 Koh Tao Lomprayah until 21:00 Mae Haad Koh Tao
  • flight+Ferry price: USD 41.78. 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 47.12. From Koh Tao to Phuket starting from 21:00 Mae Haad Koh Tao until 21:00 Mae Haad Koh Tao
  • Ferry tickets - USD 50.26 to USD 50.26.
  • taxi+Ferry price: USD 56.54. From Koh Tao to Phuket starting from 09:30 Koh Tao Lomprayah until 09:30 Koh Tao Lomprayah
  • Ferry+Van price: USD 56.79 - USD 57.01. From Koh Tao to Phuket starting from 09:30 Koh Tao Lomprayah until 09:30 Koh Tao Lomprayah

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

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

  • 5 by Bus+Ferry from Koh Tao to Phuket starting from 09:30 Koh Tao Lomprayah until 21:00 Mae Haad Koh Tao
  • 4 by Ferry+Van from Koh Tao to Phuket starting from 09:30 Koh Tao Lomprayah until 09:30 Koh Tao Lomprayah
  • 1 by Bus+Ferry+Van from Koh Tao to Phuket starting from 21:00 Mae Haad Koh Tao until 21:00 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:

  • 30% chosen Bus+Ferry
  • 20% chosen flight+Ferry
  • 20% chosen Ferry+Bus
  • 15% users voted for a ferry ticket.
  • 7% chosen taxi+Ferry
  • 7% chosen Ferry+Van
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Koh Tao to Phuket

Facts about the transport from Koh Tao to Phuket

Cheapest Transport$31
Fastest Transport2h 50m
Earliest Departure9:30 AM
Latest Departure9:00 PM
Departures per day11
Distance142 kilometers
Transport Companies465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport, Bangkok Airways, Call Me Taxi, Fame Tour, Koh Tao Booking Center, Lomprayah, Nara Travel, Ruea Chor Maetapee, Songserm