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The Best Ferry and Speedboat Journey from Phuket to Koh Tao

Key facts
  • Crossing time 8h 15m
  • Operators 1
  • Departures a day 1
Sailing season This route sails all year round.

1,600+ THB

The Best Journey from Phuket to Koh Tao by Ferry

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Ferry and Speedboat Travel from Phuket to Koh Tao

Getting from Phuket to Tao Island usually means combining a speedboat or ferry with a short coach transfer, since there is no single direct boat between the two islands. Most travellers connect through Koh Samui or Koh Phangan, and the whole journey can be booked as one ticket from door to pier.

Transport modes and operators

Lomprayah High Speed Ferries Co., Ltd. runs this connection using a bus and ferry, combining sea and land legs so you don't have to book each stage separately. Boats depart from Phuket's piers and dock directly at Koh Tao's Mae Haad pier, avoiding the need to arrange your own transfers between ports.

Journey duration and schedule

Total travel time on this route is the scheduled journey time, and 1 are available depending on the operator and the day of travel. Services run during all year round, so it's worth checking the live schedule on this page before choosing a departure, as timings can shift with sea conditions and seasonal demand.

Prices and what's included

Fares start from ฿1,600 for a one-way ticket. The price reflects the full multi-leg journey, and onboard onboard facilities are available to make the crossing more comfortable, particularly useful given the length of the trip.

Departure and arrival points

Journeys typically start from Phuket's main piers or your hotel, with transfer coaches taking you to the boat departure point. On arrival, boats dock at Mae Haad pier on Koh Tao, close to the island's dive centres and beach accommodation, so onward travel is short.

Ready to lock in your seat? Book your Phuket to Koh Tao ferry and speedboat ticket above to secure your preferred departure time, especially during busier travel months.

Heading back the other way? See ferry and speedboat schedules from Koh Tao to Phuket for return journey options. If you're island-hopping along the way, check Phuket to Koh Samui boat transfers or Phuket to Koh Phangan ferry connections, both common stopovers on this route. You can also browse the full Koh Tao travel guide for tips on diving, beaches, and getting around once you arrive.

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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