Koh Yao Yai to Phuket

Koh Yao Yai to Phuket

Koh Yao Yai
Phuket
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Koh Yao Yai to Phuket Destination Reviews

DG
Dan G
There was a real problem understanding the final address of arrival. There are other hotels with a similar name in Phuket, and confusion is created, the information must be conveyed with attention to detail.
Koh Yao Yai to Phuket, Ferry Speedboat, Zest Go, Jun 3, 2026
JO
Jill O
Not sure if we were taken to correct pier as the boat had to pick us up separately
Koh Yao Yai to Phuket, Ferry Speedboat, Suwimol Speedboat, May 5, 2026
CH
Clive H
Easy ferry transfer at Bang Rong Pier.
Koh Yao Yai to Phuket, Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile (Koh Yao Sun Smile), May 3, 2026
KS
Konrad S
simple booking platform, everything worked perfectly
Koh Yao Yai to Phuket, Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile (Koh Yao Sun Smile), Apr 15, 2026
J
Jana
Everything went smoothly.
Koh Yao Yai to Phuket, Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile (Koh Yao Sun Smile), Mar 12, 2026
F
Franziska
We went from Koh Yao Yai to Phuket. The boat was on time and the journey was comfortable.
Koh Yao Yai to Phuket, Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile (Koh Yao Sun Smile), Mar 11, 2026
AF
Alexander F
Very well organized
Koh Yao Yai to Phuket, Ferry Van + Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile (Koh Yao Sun Smile), Mar 10, 2026
JB
Justin B
30 min Late arrival
Koh Yao Yai to Phuket, Ferry Speedboat, Green Planet, Mar 1, 2026
PS
Paulus S
Fast and smooth
Koh Yao Yai to Phuket, Ferry Speedboat, Solomon Speedboat, Feb 24, 2026
LL
Lisa L
Easy to book online, clear instructions, good value. Crew were helpful and smooth crossing, on time.
Koh Yao Yai to Phuket, Ferry Speedboat, Solomon Speedboat, Feb 16, 2026
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Koh Yao Yai to Phuket Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Ferry
Koh Yao Sun Smile
Van + Speedboat
06:00
07:30
$13.33
Ferry
Koh Yao Sun Smile
Speedboat
06:30
07:00
$9.72
  4.6
Ferry
Suwimol Speedboat
Speedboat
07:50
08:20
$9.41
  4.6
Ferry
Suwimol Speedboat
Speedboat
09:30
10:00
$9.41
  4.6
Ferry
Green Planet
Speedboat
09:50
11:25
$15.18
Ferry
Koh Yao Sun Smile
Speedboat
10:30
11:00
$9.72
  4.6
Ferry
Green Planet
Speedboat
10:50
11:30
$9.11
  4.7
Ferry
Suwimol Speedboat
Speedboat
11:20
11:50
$9.41
  4.6
Ferry
Green Planet
Speedboat
12:00
12:40
$9.11
  4.7
Ferry
Green Beach Travel
Speedboat + Minivan
12:30
15:00
$24.29
Ferry
Koh Yao Sun Smile
Speedboat
13:00
13:30
$9.72
  4.6
Ferry
Suwimol Speedboat
Speedboat
14:00
14:30
$9.41
  4.6
Bus
Tigerline Travel
Standard
14:30
16:00
$27.00
Ferry
Koh Yao Sun Smile
Speedboat
15:00
15:30
$9.72
  4.6
Ferry
Green Beach Travel
Speedboat + Minivan
15:20
17:50
$18.22
Ferry
Suwimol Speedboat
Speedboat
16:00
16:30
$9.41
  4.6
Ferry
Green Beach Travel
Speedboat
17:00
17:50
$12.14
  5.0

How to get from Koh Yao Yai to Phuket

When you want to get from Koh Yao Yai to Phuket, 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+van. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Taxi+van ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 45.72. 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 16.76.

How far is Koh Yao Yai from Phuket?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Koh Yao Yai to Phuket. Your trip will be a total of 16 miles (25 km). The flying distance is 16 miles (25 km).

How long does it take to get from Koh Yao Yai to Phuket?

The travel time from Koh Yao Yai to Phuket can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 3 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Koh Yao Yai to Phuket?

The cost of the trip from Koh Yao Yai to Phuket varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Koh Yao Sun Smile: travelling by ferry+van expect to pay as low as USD 16.76 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 45.72.

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

  • Ferry tickets - USD 12.19 to USD 12.19.
  • Ferry+Van price: USD 16.76 - USD 28.95. From Koh Yao Yai to Phuket starting from 00:00 Rassada Pier until 06:30 Koh Yao Yai Transfer
  • taxi+Ferry price: USD 26.09 - USD 29.56. From Koh Yao Yai to Phuket starting from 00:00 Rassada Pier until 00:00 Rassada Pier
  • taxi+Van price: USD 27.43. From Koh Yao Yai to Phuket starting from 06:00 Phuket Town Transfer until 06:00 Phuket Town Transfer
  • taxi+Ferry+Van price: USD 30.48. From Koh Yao Yai to Phuket starting from 08:30 Phuket Airport until 16:00 Phuket Airport
  • Van price : USD 34.44 - USD 38.71;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 45.72 to USD 45.72.

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

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

  • Vans from Koh Yao Yai to Phuket depart during the day - there are approximately 8 departures a day.
  • 6 by taxi+Ferry from Koh Yao Yai to Phuket starting from 00:00 Rassada Pier until 00:00 Rassada Pier
  • 5 by Ferry+Van from Koh Yao Yai to Phuket starting from 00:00 Rassada Pier until 06:30 Koh Yao Yai Transfer
  • 4 by taxi+Van from Koh Yao Yai to Phuket starting from 06:00 Phuket Town Transfer until 06:00 Phuket Town Transfer
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Koh Yao Yai to Phuket any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Koh Yao Yai to Phuket. 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 USD 45.72.

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 Koh Yao Yai 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.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Koh Yao Yai to Phuket. 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 Koh Yao Yai to Phuket.

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 Koh Yao Yai to Phuket

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Koh Yao Yai 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:

  • 39% chosen taxi+Ferry+Van
  • 39% chosen Ferry+Van
  • 20% users voted for a ferry ticket.
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Koh Yao Yai to Phuket

Facts about the transport from Koh Yao Yai to Phuket

Cheapest Transport$13
Fastest Transport30m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure4:00 PM
Departures per day24
Distance25 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBest Sea Andaman, Green Planet, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Phi Phi Logistic and Tour, Seatran Phuket, Zest Go