Phuket to Railay Ferry: Times, Prices & Tickets
- Crossing time 1h 30m–3h
- Operators 5
- Departures a day 8
850+ THB
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Phuket to Railay Ferry: Times, Prices & Tickets
Phuket to Railay Beach Ferry
Railay Beach has no road access, so the only way to reach it from Phuket is by boat. The direct crossing from Phuket to Railay takes around the scheduled journey time, making it one of the more straightforward island-to-island connections in the region. several operators operates the route using a several transport options, with fares starting from ฿850 per person.
Departure and arrival points
Boats leave from the main piers on Phuket and arrive directly at Railay's beachfront, so no tuk-tuk or taxi transfer is needed on either end. Exact pier assignments can vary by operator and season, so it's worth checking the confirmed departure point shown at booking rather than assuming a single fixed pier.
Schedule and frequency
Phuket to Railay Beach sailings run 11 during all year round, with frequency easing outside peak months as operators adjust to demand. Rather than a fixed timetable of departures every few minutes, treat the schedule shown at booking as the accurate one for your travel date, since it reflects live operator capacity rather than a year-round constant.
On board and travel tips
Onboard facilities typically include onboard facilities, and most services allow you to bring snorkeling gear or a single piece of luggage without extra hassle. Sea conditions can affect comfort and timing more than distance does, so allow some buffer either side of your booked departure, especially in the shoulder months at the start and end of all year round.
Travelers with extra time sometimes break up the trip with a stop at Koh Yao Noi or Koh Yao Yai, reached by boats such as the Sun Smile, before continuing on to Railay. It's a reasonable detour if your schedule allows a half-day, but not necessary if you're heading straight to the beach.
Booking your ferry to Railay Beach
Seats sell out fastest around midday sailings and during peak holiday weeks, so it's best to confirm your crossing in advance rather than arriving at the pier without a ticket. You can secure your place on the next available departure and view live seat availability, current pricing, and pier details before you travel.
Heading back the other way? Check the Railay Beach to Phuket ferry schedule for return sailings, or browse the Railay Beach travel guide and Phuket travel guide for wider trip planning. If you're considering island stops along the way, the Phuket to Koh Yao ferry options page covers those connections in more detail.
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.
