Phuket Town – Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier)
Ferry to Koh Tao Island
Phuket Town – Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier)
Ferry to Koh Tao Island
Depending on the season their are about 8 weekly sailings between Phuket Town and Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier).Lomprayah High Speed Ferries provides the ferry from Phuket Town to Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier). Phuket Town Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) ferries take around 8 hours 15 minutes. The ferry costs between $87.07 and $405.98, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Phuket Town to Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier).
The earliest Phuket Town Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) ferry typically departs Phuket Town at about 07:00 and the last ferry usually leaves at 09:30.
Ferries from Phuket Town to Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) sail in around 8 hours 15 minutes. The fastest ferry is approximately 7 hours 15 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.
There is 8 weekly sailings from Phuket Town to Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) provided by Lomprayah High Speed Ferries. Timetables can change from season to season.
The price of a ferry from Phuket Town to Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) typically range between $87.07* and $405.98*. On average the Phuket Town Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) ferry is $181.79*. The cheapest Phuket Town Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) ferry prices start from $87.07*. The average price for a foot passenger is $181.79*.
Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated 1 October 2025.
The distance between Phuket Town to Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) is approximately 102 miles (163km) or 88 nautical miles.
Unfortunately, cars are not allowed to travel on ferries between Phuket Town and Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier).
Lomprayah High Speed Ferries allow foot passengers on Phuket Town Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) ferries.
Currently, are not permitted to board ferries from Phuket Town to Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier).
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| Phuket Town - Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) Ferry Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Destination | Phuket Island | |
| Destination | Koh Tao Island | |
| No. of Operators | 1 | |
| Operators | Lomprayah High Speed Ferries | |
| Average Price | $182 | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 1 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 8 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 8 h 15 m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 7 h 15 m | |
| First Ferry | 07:00 | |
| Last Ferry | 09:30 | |
| Distance | 88 Nautical Miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 October 2025.
Koh Tao is located off the east coast of Thailand, neighbouring the islands of Koh Phangan and Koh Samui. The port remains one of the busier areas of Koh Tao; there are cafes close to the port and it remains a hub of activity throughout the day with many ferry routes to nearby islands and tourist destinations. Away from the pier, the island is renowned for being particularly clean – any rubbish that can’t be burned must leave the island, making it tricky for visitors with upcoming departures. There are no waste disposal workers on Koh Tao, therefore it is important not to waste the limited resources of the island. As opposed to many of the popular tourist areas of Thailand, Koh Tao isn’t geared towards backpackers and travellers on a budget; the desired clientele is primarily those who have a keen interest in diving and want to take advantage of the excellent diving and snorkelling opportunities. For those not keen on water sport adventures, the beaches across the island boast white sands next to azure seas, creating the idyllic setting for a relaxing holiday. To travel around the island, most tourists rent a motorcycle for the duration of their stay. It is advised to be careful whilst on the roads, most of them are basic and bumpy and although the lack of traffic makes serious accidents rare, there have been known injuries. There are rental shops within a few minutes of the port, though it is important to use official stores to avoid scammers.
