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Travel from Ao Nang to Koh Lanta: Island Adventures Await

Key facts
  • Crossing time 1h 10m–2h 30m
  • Operators 5
  • Departures a day 3
Sailing season This route sails all year round.

660+ THB

From Ao Nang to Koh Lanta by Ferry

White lighthouse on a green headland above turquoise sea and forested cape under blue sky with clouds

Ao Nang to Koh Lanta Ferry: Route Overview

Travelling from Ao Nang to Koh Lanta is one of the most popular ways to reach the islands south of Krabi. Since Koh Lanta lies offshore, the crossing is made by boat, and this route connects Ao Nang's beach town directly with Koh Lanta's piers without the need to arrange separate transport yourself.

Journey Duration and Sailing Frequency

The crossing takes around the scheduled journey time, with 7 running on this route. Sea conditions and season can affect exact sailing times, so rather than fixing a departure hour here, check the live schedule shown on this page before you book — it reflects the current timetable for all year round.

Operator, Boat Type and Facilities

This route is run by several operators, using a several transport options with onboard facilities on board. Sticking with a single operator on this crossing keeps the journey simple: one ticket covers you from the Ao Nang departure point through to arrival in Koh Lanta, with no separate connections to arrange.

Price and Booking

Fares on the Ao Nang to Koh Lanta ferry start from ฿660 per person. Exact pricing can vary by operator, season, and how far in advance you book, so it's worth comparing options and booking early during peak travel months when seats sell out faster. Whether the ferry suits you better than a private transfer depends on your budget, luggage, and how many stops you're making along the way — for most travellers heading straight to the islands, it's a convenient, fixed-schedule option.

Departure and Arrival Points

Boats on this route depart from the pier serving Ao Nang and arrive at Koh Lanta's pier; some tickets include a shuttle transfer from your Ao Nang hotel to the departure point. Because pickup times and exact pier locations can vary by operator and season, your booking confirmation will show the specific departure and arrival details for your chosen sailing.

About Koh Lanta

Koh Lanta is a long, low-key island south of Krabi known for its quiet beaches, laid-back pace, and a coastline that stays noticeably calmer than the more crowded spots further north. The name "Lanta" has local and regional linguistic roots, though its precise origin is debated, and it's best known today simply as one of the Andaman coast's more relaxed island getaways. Once you land, the island's beaches and old town are an easy tuk-tuk or scooter ride from the pier.

Planning Your Return Journey

If you're mapping out a round trip, you can book the Koh Lanta to Ao Nang ferry for the return leg using the same operator options and schedule format as this route. Booking both directions in advance is a straightforward way to lock in your travel dates on the islands without last-minute pier queues.

Ready to travel? Check the current schedule and fares above and book your Ao Nang to Koh Lanta ferry ticket to secure your preferred sailing time.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Do I need to print my ferry ticket or is mobile ok?

You don't need to print your ticket. Your boarding voucher is in your account: open Bookings, then View trip details, and click Download PDF. On the day of travel, show the QR code on it — on your phone is fine — to the ferry operator staff at the pier named on your ticket, and they will direct you to your boat.

If you'd prefer paper, print the PDF yourself.

What happens if my ferry is cancelled due to weather?

We are sorry when weather stops a sailing. Ferries usually run in rain; speedboats are more often stopped by rough seas.

If your trip is cancelled because of weather, your booking in Bookings shows a message once our team has confirmed the cancellation. You can then either move to the next available service with Change this booking, or cancel with Cancel & refund for a full refund.

If the sailing is running but you choose not to travel, the normal cancellation policy applies.

Why is my account locked?

We lock an account for a short time after several failed sign-in attempts in a row. It is an automatic safety measure: it stops someone else guessing your password, and it happens whether or not the person typing was you.

You do not need to contact us. The lock lifts on its own — see How long am I locked out for?

What is the difference between a locked and a blocked account?

Locked is automatic and temporary. It happens after repeated failed sign-in attempts and it lifts by itself — within a minute in most cases.

Blocked is a decision made by our team, and it does not lift on its own. If your account is blocked you will need to contact us; waiting will not change it, and neither will resetting your password.

If you are not sure which applies to you, get in touch and we will tell you.

How do I unlock my account now?

Wait, and try again. Every lock lifts on its own — a minute the first time, and never more than an hour however many attempts have failed. There is nothing to click and nobody to contact.

If you have forgotten your password, do not keep guessing: each wrong attempt makes the next wait longer. Use Forgot password instead. Resetting your password gets you straight back in.

My account locked but I never tried to sign in

Then someone else was trying to sign in as you, and the lock did its job — it stopped them.

Your account is safe: a lock means the attempts failed. Nobody got in. You do not have to do anything, and the lock will lift on its own.

We would still recommend two things:

  • Change your password, especially if you use the same one on another website.
  • Add an authenticator app in your account security settings, so a password alone is never enough to sign in as you.

If you get these repeatedly, contact us and we will look into it.

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