Railay Beach to Koh Lanta

Railay Beach to Koh Lanta

Railay Beach
Koh Lanta
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Railay Beach to Koh Lanta Destination Reviews

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Steven
Great trip, well looked after and very professional. Would have given 5 stars but they had a problem with the engine, kept cutting out near the end of the journey. They still got us there safely and before time. Organised getting me to my Hotel and were very professional and friendly. Great people thank you 🙏
Railay Beach to Koh Lanta, Ferry Speedboat, Bundhaya Speed Boat (Bundhaya Speed Boat), May 1, 2026
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Nichola S
Rain in Railay was incredibly helpful, he was a rep for bundhaya. He help with our large cases put them on the boat and made sure we were sorted. Such amazing service from him. A big Thank you to Rain and your great service
Railay Beach to Koh Lanta, Ferry Speedboat, Bundhaya Speed Boat (Bundhaya Speed Boat), Apr 24, 2026
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Sabine
Reliable and punctual service
Railay Beach to Koh Lanta, Ferry Speedboat, Bundhaya Speed Boat (Bundhaya Speed Boat), Apr 20, 2026
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Ghada N
Excellent organisation & efficiency
Railay Beach to Koh Lanta, Ferry Aonang Princess Ferry, Ao Nang Travel And Tour (บริษัท อ่าวนาง แทรเวล แอนด์ ทัวร์ จำกัด), Apr 13, 2026
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Joshua
Fumes from engines were not great and bit bumpy but ok and only took one hour - good enough!
Railay Beach to Koh Lanta, Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile (Koh Yao Sun Smile), Mar 18, 2026
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Daniel
Great staff an very helpful and on time
Railay Beach to Koh Lanta, Ferry Speedboat, Tigerline Travel (ไทเกอร์ ไลน์ ทราเวล), Mar 18, 2026
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Kerstin
Everything was Fine !
Railay Beach to Koh Lanta, Ferry Speedboat, Bundhaya Speed Boat (Bundhaya Speed Boat), Mar 2, 2026
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Barbara C
It was more than one hour late
Railay Beach to Koh Lanta, Ferry Aonang Princess Ferry, Ao Nang Travel And Tour, Feb 28, 2026
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Russ S
Our pick up from the east pier got cancelled and switched to the west beach. Long walk with all of our luggage.
Railay Beach to Koh Lanta, Ferry Aonang Princess Ferry, Ao Nang Travel And Tour, Feb 16, 2026
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Tracy H
Seamless. The pdf showed a desk but the staff didn’t belong to the desk. Luckily pdf told me the operator name so was easily pointed in direction of Tigerline. They loaded our luggage, gave us stickers to identify our stop to driver and headed off across the water. Comfy seats
Railay Beach to Koh Lanta, Ferry Speedboat, Tigerline Travel (ไทเกอร์ ไลน์ ทราเวล), Dec 27, 2025
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How to get from Railay Beach to Koh Lanta

When you want to get from Railay Beach to Koh Lanta, 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 Taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Taxi 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 108.13. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 10.75.

How far is Railay Beach from Koh Lanta?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Railay Beach to Koh Lanta. Your trip will be a total of 27 miles (42 km). The flying distance is 27 miles (42 km).

How long does it take to get from Railay Beach to Koh Lanta?

The travel time from Railay Beach to Koh Lanta can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 4 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Railay Beach to Koh Lanta?

The cost of the trip from Railay Beach to Koh Lanta varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Good Luck Lanta Tour: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 10.75 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 108.13.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Railay Beach to Koh Lanta:

  • Bus tickets - USD 10.75 to USD 10.75;
  • Van price : USD 11.03 - USD 13.82;
  • taxi+Van price: USD 11.67. From Railay to Koh Lanta starting from 08:00 Krabi Bus Terminal until 16:30 Krabi Airport
  • taxi+Ferry price: USD 16.90. From Railay to Koh Lanta starting from 09:30 Ao Nang Transfer except Krabi Town and Railay until 09:30 Ao Nang Transfer except Krabi Town and Railay
  • Ferry tickets - USD 16.90 to USD 43.01.

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 11.67 to USD 108.13.

How many trips per day are there between Railay Beach and Koh Lanta?

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

  • 10 by taxi+Van from Railay to Koh Lanta starting from 08:00 Krabi Bus Terminal until 16:30 Krabi Airport
  • Buses start plying the route from 14:40 - you can also take a bus as late as 14:40. There are 1 available bus trips every day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Railay to Koh Lanta any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Railay to Koh Lanta is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Railay to Koh Lanta. 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 11.67.

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 Railay to Koh Lanta 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 Railay to Koh Lanta. 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 Railay to Koh Lanta.

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 Railay Beach to Koh Lanta

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Railay Beach to Koh Lanta? 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:

  • 35% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 29% chosen taxi+Van
  • 29% opted for a van.
  • 4% users voted for a ferry ticket.
  • 3% chosen taxi+Ferry

Transportation from Railay Beach to Koh Lanta

Facts about the transport from Railay Beach to Koh Lanta

Cheapest Transport$11
Fastest Transport50m
Earliest Departure8:00 AM
Latest Departure4:30 PM
Departures per day71
Distance42 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAt Lanta Vacation, BangkokTaxi24, Good Luck Lanta Tour, Jijie Tour and Travel, Koh Lanta Sea Tour, Phuket Transfer Travel Andaman, Ramon Transport