Phuket to Koh Tao

Phuket to Koh Tao

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Phuket to Koh Tao Schedule

Phuket to Koh Tao Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Call Me Taxi Van + Speedboat (Lomprayah) 07:00 - 17:45฿ 1,800
Call Me Taxi Van + Speedboat (Lomprayah) 08:00 - 17:45฿ 1,800
Lomprayah Express Bus + Speedboat 10:30 - 18:00฿ 1,600
465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport Bus + Van + Sleeper Boat 13:40 - 08:40฿ 1,170

Transportation from Phuket to Koh Tao

Facts about the transport from Phuket to Koh Tao

Cheapest Transport$33
Fastest Transport2h 25m
Earliest Departure7:00 AM
Latest Departure4:35 PM
Departures per day8
Distance121 kilometers
Transport Companies465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport, Bangkok Air, Call Me Taxi, Lomprayah, Lomprayah

Phuket to Koh Tao Destination Reviews

MF
It was not a taxi+ bus+ ferry. It was a mini van+ mini van+ ferry. There are no confortable for 5 hours the mini van.
Ferry Taxi + Bus + Speedboat, Call Me Taxi (คอลมีแท๊กซี่), Mar 13, 2023
RS
I was pleasantly surprised at how smooth the journey was. The bus started on time we had a stop for lunch before arriving at the pier. The boat ride was longer and choppy (they provided plastic bags..), we arrived about 1 hour later than the scheduled 5 pm but all in comfort. We stayed in the same boat all the time while passengers were dropped off at Koh Samui and Koh Phangan.
Bus Express, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Dec 17, 2022
MF
Bus trip was ok, old buses but pretty nice. But the boat trip was one of the most unorganized things i ever seen. When one of the buses was late they didnt started to load everyone else. instead they waited until it was close, so instead of 15 min late from the pier we where 45 min late. Then the unloading at each stop took 30 min. And when they mixed up one bag at one stop, no new could get on until they found that bag, so there we lost another 10 min. In the end i think we where close to 90 min late all because of unorganized boat trip.
Bus Express, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Dec 12, 2022
KS
all good. very well organised and professional
Bus Express, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Oct 22, 2022
EP
All ran smoothly, friendly staff and comfortable coach. We stopped for food mid way through the coach journey.
Bus Express, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Oct 5, 2022
DW
Everything was cool 😎 👍
Ferry Speedboat, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), May 26, 2022
KT
Everything happened on time, which for Thailand is sometimes surprising! Bus left from Phuket at 7.01am and ferry arrived in Koh Tao at 14.50. There is nowhere to buy food between bus station and Koh Tao. You can buy water and snacks (Peanuts, chips, cup noodles) in the ferry but other wise I would recommend to bring snacks with you and eat a breakfast :)
Ferry Speedboat, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), May 15, 2022
LL
All went well
Ferry Speedboat, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Mar 29, 2022
SC
It would be nice if the driver didn't use his phone to text while driving - it may not be against the law in Thailand, but he's responsible for all the passengers he is driving. The air con on the catamaran was too cold!
Ferry Speedboat, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Mar 13, 2022
JN
Boat left and arrived late, good crew
Ferry Speedboat, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Oct 25, 2020
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How to get from Phuket to Koh Tao

When you want to get from Phuket to Koh Tao, 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 taxi+Van ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 49.41. 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 32.12.

How far is Phuket from Koh Tao?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Phuket to Koh Tao. Your trip will be a total of 76 miles (121 km). The flying distance is 76 miles (121 km).

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

The travel time from Phuket to Koh Tao can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 19 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Phuket to Koh Tao varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is 465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport (465 Surat Thani-Phuket Transport): travelling by bus+ferry expect to pay as low as USD 32.12 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi+Van - a one-way taxi+Van ticket can cost as much as USD 49.41.

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

  • Bus+Ferry price: USD 32.12 - USD 43.92. From Phuket to Koh Tao starting from 09:00 Phuket Lomprayah until 13:40 Phuket Bus Terminal 2
  • Bus+Ferry+Van price: USD 32.12. From Phuket to Koh Tao starting from 11:00 Phuket Bus Terminal 2 until 11:00 Phuket Bus Terminal 2
  • taxi+Van price: USD 49.41. From Phuket to Koh Tao starting from 08:00 Phuket Town Hotel Transfer until 08:00 Phuket Town Hotel Transfer
  • Van price : USD 49.41;
  • Bus+taxi+Ferry price: USD 53.53 - USD 60.39. From Phuket to Koh Tao starting from 07:00 Kata Karon Phuket until 09:30 Phuket Airport
  • taxi+Ferry price: USD 53.53 - USD 54.90. From Phuket to Koh Tao starting from 07:00 Kata Karon Phuket Transfer until 09:30 Phuket Airport
  • Ferry+Van price: USD 60.39. From Phuket to Koh Tao starting from 09:30 Phuket Airport until 09:30 Phuket Airport
  • flight+Ferry price: USD 125.67 - USD 191.49. From Phuket to Koh Tao starting from 16:35 Phuket Airport until 16:35 Phuket Airport

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

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

  • 3 by Bus+Ferry from Phuket to Koh Tao starting from 09:00 Phuket Lomprayah until 13:40 Phuket Bus Terminal 2
  • Vans from Phuket to Koh Tao depart during the day - there are approximately 3 departures a day.
  • 1 by Bus+Ferry+Van from Phuket to Koh Tao starting from 11:00 Phuket Bus Terminal 2 until 11:00 Phuket Bus Terminal 2
  • 1 by taxi+Van from Phuket to Koh Tao starting from 08:00 Phuket Town Hotel Transfer until 08:00 Phuket Town Hotel Transfer

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Vans

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

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

  • 28% chosen Bus+Ferry
  • 25% chosen flight+Ferry
  • 9% chosen Bus+taxi+Ferry
  • 9% chosen taxi+Ferry
  • 9% chosen taxi+Van
  • 9% chosen Ferry+Van
  • 9% opted for a van.
  • 2% chosen Bus+Ferry+Van