Koh Yao Yai to Phuket

Koh Yao Yai to Phuket

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Koh Yao Yai to Phuket Destination Reviews

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
AJ
Aage J
The check in area need better signage in Laem hin.
Koh Yao Yai to Phuket, Ferry Speedboat, Green Planet, 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
¥2,117
Ferry
Koh Yao Sun Smile
Speedboat
06:30
07:00
¥1,561
  4.6
Ferry
Suwimol Speedboat
Speedboat
07:50
08:20
¥1,513
  4.6
Ferry
Suwimol Speedboat
Speedboat
09:30
10:00
¥1,513
  4.6
Ferry
Green Planet
Speedboat
09:50
11:25
¥2,440
Ferry
Koh Yao Sun Smile
Speedboat
10:30
11:00
¥1,561
  4.6
Ferry
Green Planet
Speedboat
10:50
11:30
¥1,464
  4.7
Ferry
Suwimol Speedboat
Speedboat
11:20
11:50
¥1,513
  4.6
Ferry
Green Planet
Speedboat
12:00
12:40
¥1,464
  4.7
Ferry
Green Beach Travel
Speedboat + Minivan
12:30
15:00
¥3,903
Ferry
Koh Yao Sun Smile
Speedboat
13:00
13:30
¥1,561
  4.6
Ferry
Suwimol Speedboat
Speedboat
14:00
14:30
¥1,513
  4.6
Bus
Tigerline Travel
Standard
14:30
16:00
¥4,288
Ferry
Koh Yao Sun Smile
Speedboat
15:00
15:30
¥1,561
  4.6
Ferry
Green Beach Travel
Speedboat + Minivan
15:20
17:50
¥2,927
Ferry
Suwimol Speedboat
Speedboat
16:00
16:30
¥1,513
  4.6
Ferry
Green Beach Travel
Speedboat
17:00
17:50
¥1,952
  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 Taxi. 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 Van ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about JPY 6,782. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a ferry as a ferry ticket costs as low as JPY 1,952.

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 11 miles (17 km). The flying distance is 11 miles (17 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 Green Planet: travelling by ferry expect to pay as low as JPY 1,952 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Van - a one-way Van ticket can cost as much as JPY 6,782.

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

  • Ferry tickets - JPY 1,952 to JPY 1,952.
  • Ferry+Van price: JPY 3,659 - JPY 4,830. From Koh Yao Yai to Phuket starting from 10:40 Manoh Pier Koh Yao Noi until 12:00 Klong Hia Pier
  • taxi+Ferry price: JPY 4,147 - JPY 4,703. From Koh Yao Yai to Phuket starting from 00:00 Rassada Pier until 00:00 Rassada Pier
  • taxi+Van price: JPY 4,391. From Koh Yao Yai to Phuket starting from 06:00 Phuket Town Transfer until 17:00 Phuket Town Transfer
  • taxi+Ferry+Van price: JPY 4,879. From Koh Yao Yai to Phuket starting from 08:30 Phuket Airport until 16:00 Phuket Airport
  • Van price : JPY 5,513 - JPY 6,782;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from JPY 2,244 to JPY 39,560.

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.

  • 21 by Ferry+Van from Koh Yao Yai to Phuket starting from 10:40 Manoh Pier Koh Yao Noi until 12:00 Klong Hia Pier
  • Vans from Koh Yao Yai to Phuket depart during the day - there are approximately 16 departures a day.
  • Ferries leave from Koh Yao Yai for Phuket 1 times a 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 JPY 2,244.

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:

  • 49% chosen taxi+Ferry+Van
  • 25% chosen Ferry+Van
  • 24% 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¥1,952
Fastest Transport20m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure5:00 PM
Departures per day38
Distance17 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBangkokTaxi24, Best Sea Andaman, Call Me Taxi Thailand, Green Planet, Happy EV Taxi, Kanokwan Travel, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Phi Phi Logistic and Tour, Phuket Transfer Travel Andaman, Rungkit Tour, Thailand Limo by Datum, Than Car Service, Zest Go