Krabi to Koh Tao

Krabi to Koh Tao

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$33
$36

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Krabi to Koh Tao Schedule

Krabi to Koh Tao Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Raja Ferry Ferry 09:00 - 16:30$ 17.24
Lomprayah Express 11:00 - 17:00฿ 1,300
Ramon Transport Sleeper Boat 14:30 - 06:00฿ 1,300
Krabi Sea Pearl Minivan 16:00 - 06:00฿ 1,300

Transportation from Krabi to Koh Tao

Facts about the transport from Krabi to Koh Tao

Cheapest Transport$24
Fastest Transport6h
Earliest Departure6:00 AM
Latest Departure3:30 PM
Departures per day8
Distance300 kilometers
Transport CompaniesKrabi Sea Pearl, Lomprayah, Lomprayah, Raja Ferry, Ramon Transport, Songserm

Krabi to Koh Tao Destination Reviews

CQ
My flight was canceled, and I was unable to arrive for my scheduled bus and ferry. I attempted to notify 12Go of the situation, and I was hoping they would be willing to roll me over onto the next itinerary to still get to my destination and not pay double. 12Go did not assist me in this situation. I ended up paying over 200 dollars to get from Krabi to Koh Tao. I think this is something for people to be aware of, I wouldn't recommend booking 12Go unless absolutely no other option.
Van Van + Sleeper Boat, Koh Tao Booking Center (Koh Tao Booking Center), Sep 28, 2023
MC
Everything seems like a mess but it is really well organized. I was a bit scared about the boatride because I saw videos of people feeling sick. But the ride was very calm. The boat seats could be more comfortable for the 3+ hours you’re in it.
Van Van + Speedboat, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Jun 15, 2023
JT
The sleeper boat was surprisingly comfortable. Everybody had their own assigned bed. Some beds were better situated because of the air con than others. The beds were a bit hard
Ferry Sleeper Boat, Ramon Transport (รมณ ทรานสปอร์ต), Apr 22, 2023
MR
Nightmare boat journey (so rocky & took an extra hour than anticipated) & bus left 1 hour late. Arrived in Koh Tao at 7pm Bags on the front of the open boat don’t look remotely safe
Bus Express, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Jan 22, 2023
CD
Bus was ok. The ferry departed only an hour later and we had to wait without being informed or whatsoever. The ferry itself was very rocky so I got very sick. And it took forever to get there, while it departed one hour late we arrived three hours later than planned on Koh Tao (!).
Bus Express, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Dec 22, 2022
M
Pickup was 1 hour late, then a dude on a motorbike came to take me to their "office"; had to wait there for another 1 1/2 hours until the minivan arrived to take me to Suratthani. Almost there we ran out of fuel and had to stop in the middle of nowhere, where the driver was getting a gasoline canister. He did not speak a word of English so communication was quite difficult. After several stopps at gas stations and seeming a bit lost, we were way behind schedule. In the end I barely made it to the night ferry at the surrathani pier. Three stars only for getting me there in the end.
Ferry Sleeper Boat, Ramon Transport (รมณ ทรานสปอร์ต), Nov 24, 2022
AK
The Bus from Lomprayah Office to the Pier (Main Land) was not in best condition (mould on the roof linings). Service was good and in time.
Bus Express, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Oct 17, 2022
RD
1 houre late at Koh Tao. Stopt at Koh Samui and Koh Phangan. Didnt knew about the stops. Ferry was old.
Ferry Speedboat, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Aug 11, 2022
LG
The schedule was changed from 8,00 a.m. to 11,00 a.m. and nobody tell us, nor Lomprayah neither 12go. It was me who wrote to 12go support asking
Ferry Speedboat, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Aug 11, 2022
DS
The trip was quite complex and far but Lomprayah is super reliable and made it all very easy for us. Anytime again!
Ferry Speedboat, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), May 15, 2022
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How to get from Krabi to Koh Tao

When you want to get from Krabi to Koh Tao, 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 Bus+ferry. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Ferry+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 USD 35.43. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi+ferry as a taxi+ferry ticket costs as low as USD 32.71.

How far is Krabi from Koh Tao?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Krabi to Koh Tao. Your trip will be a total of 187 miles (300 km). The flying distance is 187 miles (300 km).

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

The travel time from Krabi to Koh Tao can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 6 to 25 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Krabi to Koh Tao varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Ramon Transport (รมณ ทรานสปอร์ต): travelling by taxi+ferry expect to pay as low as USD 32.71 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 USD 35.43.

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

  • Bus+Ferry+Van price: USD 23.77. From Krabi to Koh Tao starting from 06:00 Krabi Town until 06:30 Krabi Town Maharaj
  • Van+Ferry price: USD 29.98 - USD 36.19. From Krabi to Koh Tao starting from 06:00 Krabi Town until 08:30 Krabi Lomprayah Office
  • taxi+Ferry price: USD 32.71 - USD 35.43. From Krabi to Koh Tao starting from 14:30 Ao Nang Transfer until 15:00 Krabi Town Transfer
  • Ferry+Van price: USD 32.71 - USD 35.16. From Krabi to Koh Tao starting from 09:00 Krabi Bus Terminal until 09:30 Krabi Lomprayah Office
  • Bus+Ferry price: USD 35.43. From Krabi to Koh Tao starting from 08:00 Krabi Lomprayah Office until 11:00 Krabi Lomprayah Office
  • Van price : USD 35.43;
  • Ferry price: USD 42.38. From Krabi to Koh Tao starting from 09:00 Krabi Bus Terminal until 09:00 Krabi Bus Terminal

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

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

  • 2 by Bus+Ferry from Krabi to Koh Tao starting from 08:00 Krabi Lomprayah Office until 11:00 Krabi Lomprayah Office
  • 2 by taxi+Ferry from Krabi to Koh Tao starting from 14:30 Ao Nang Transfer until 15:00 Krabi Town Transfer
  • 2 by Ferry+Van from Krabi to Koh Tao starting from 09:00 Krabi Bus Terminal until 09:30 Krabi Lomprayah Office
  • Vans from Krabi to Koh Tao depart during the day - there are approximately 2 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Krabi to Koh Tao. 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 Krabi to Koh Tao.

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 Krabi to Koh Tao

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

  • 25% chosen Van+Ferry
  • 24% chosen Bus+Ferry
  • 24% chosen Ferry
  • 24% chosen Ferry+Van
  • 1% Other