1. Bus + Ferry to Koh Larn
2. Taxi + Ferry to Koh Larn
3. Train + Ferry to Koh Larn
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From Bangkok to Koh Larn you can get by van, bus, train, car + ferry.
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- There are 4 transportation options to reach Koh Larn from Bangkok: minivan, tourist bus, train, or private car + ferry/speedboat via Pattaya. The distance from Bangkok to Koh Larn is approximately 155 km by land. The most popular and economical means of reaching Koh Larn from Bangkok is via minivan/bus + ferry through Pattaya. This journey takes about 4-5 hours and costs around $8-12 per person. Ferries from Bali Hai Pier in Pattaya to Koh Larn arrive at Tawaen Beach or the village (Naban Port) on Koh Larn. Ferry tickets are also budget-friendly, priced at about 30-50 Baht per person. Alternatively, various speedboats ply the route from Pattaya Beach or Jomtien to Koh Larn.
- Another option is to travel by combination of train + ferry or boat. Train+ferry from Bangkok to Koh Larn is the most economical transfer option. Travelers can also arrange private car services with hotel transfers to Pattaya and Koh Larn. Air travel is not feasible, as Koh Larn lacks an airport and there are no direct flights from Bangkok to Pattaya. From Pattaya, travelers can journey to Koh Chang or Koh Kood via Trat.
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- Koh Larn (Ko Lan) is a petite island near Pattaya in Thailand. Just 5 km away from the bustling tourist hub of Pattaya, Koh Larn Island offers a striking contrast in water clarity compared to the mainland. With underwater visibility extending up to 5 meters, some beaches even allow for snorkeling, offering glimpses of abundant marine life and occasional coral formations. Apart from the central beach, which attracts many tourists, the island boasts several smaller, idyllic beaches. Koh Larn offers a variety of tourist activities and sports for visitors to enjoy.
| Transfer Mode – Bangkok to Koh Larn: | Travel Time | Cost Range |
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| Van + Ferry (via Pattaya) | 4-5 hours | $8-12/pp |
| Bus + Boat (via Pattaya) | 5 hours | $10-20/pp |
| Private Car / Taxi + Ferry (via Pattaya) | 4 hours | $55-85/pp |
| Train + Boat (via Pattaya) | 5.5-6 hours | $6-10/pp |
How do I get from Bangkok to Koh Larn?
1. BUS/VAN + FERRY from Bangkok to Koh Larn
The most popular and cheapest option for transferring from Bangkok to Koh Larn is by bus/minivan and boat via Pattaya. This combined transport option to Koh Larn has 2 steps and the total travel time can be between 4-5 hours, but this time can vary slightly. It also depends on the connecting boat connection from Pattaya to Koh Larn.
For a bus transfer to Pattaya, you can use classic larger buses or smaller minivans from companies such as Tawankok Tour, Roong Reuang Tour, Wong Sai Thong Tour, Mama Travel and Tour, Panipa Pattaya Tour, T-Tour, 12GO Transport and others, and for a boat transfer, local boats in Pattaya. Buses or minivans depart from various places in Bangkok and arrive at various places or bus stations in Pattaya.
The journey by bus or smaller minivan to Pattaya from Bangkok takes about 2-4 hours, depending on the company and type of bus or minivan you choose. The boats then depart from Bali Hai Pier, or from Jomtien Beach in Pattaya.
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The ferry transfer from Pattaya to Koh Larn takes about 30-45 minutes, the speedboat trip takes about 15-30 minutes. You can buy tickets for the boats of Song Pee Nong Speedboat Pattaya from Pattaya to Koh Larn easily online and advance.
The ferry transfer to Koh Larn costs about 30-50 Baht/pp and the speedboat transfer costs about 200-350 Baht/pp, but these prices can change and are not fixed. The total price of this combined transfer by bus and ferry/boat from Bangkok to Koh Larn can be about $10-20/pp. You can easily find and buy tickets for buses or minivans to Pattaya from Bangkok online in advance and boat tickets you can buy in Pattaya at the pier.
2. TAXI/CAR + FERRY from Bangkok to Koh Larn
Another convenient way to travel from Bangkok to Koh Larn is a private car/taxi transfer to Pattaya and then a boat transfer to Koh Larn. This option also has 2 steps and the advantage of a private transfer is that you choose your departure point in Bangkok, for example, from a hotel in the city or from Bangkok airports or another location.
You can then usually arrive at Bali Hai Pier from where you will continue by speedboat or ferry to Koh Larn. Glassflower will offer you both of these transport options, a car transfer to Bali Hai Pier and then a speedboat transfer to Na Baan Pier on Koh Larn. However, you can also use a number of other private taxi companies that offer a transfer by modern car/taxi with a driver to Pattaya Town.
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Some of the companies that operate these cars are, for example, Bangkok Taxi 24, Bell Transport, PGS, Kim Transfers Thailand, Thailand Limo by Datum, NNS Luxury Limousine, N and T Travel, Andaman Taxis, Freedom Tour Taxi, Five Star Taxi, Kanokwan Travel or Firstplan Transport Services.
Transportation to Pattaya from Bangkok by these private cars takes about 1.5-2.5 hours and the fare ranges from $40-890/car. These prices vary depending on the type of car you choose, but in most cases, a smaller car is cheaper than a larger SUV or minivan for more people.
However, you can divide the fare and calculate it for each passenger in the vehicle, so in some cases it can also be a convenient option for groups of several people. You can easily find and book your private car/taxi with a driver to Pattaya Town and boat tickets from Pattaya – Bali Hai Pier to Koh Larn online and advance.
3. TRAIN + FERRY from Bangkok to Koh Larn
A rather alternative option for getting from Bangkok to Koh Larn is a train and boat transfer via Pattaya city. The disadvantage of a train transfer from Bangkok to Pattaya is the limited train schedule, but the advantage is the very low fare. This transport option again has 2 steps, by train to Pattaya and from there by boat to Koh Larn.
The train and boat journey from Bangkok to Koh Larn via Pattaya takes about 5.5-6 hours (the train takes about 2.5-4 hours to Pattaya, times vary depending on the train), but the journey time may vary slightly. Train tickets from Bangkok to Pattaya cost between $4-6/pp, which is the price per seat.
Trains depart from Hua Lamphong Railway Station and arrive at Pattaya Railway Station, which is about 3 km from the center of Pattaya, see the map of Thai Railways. Hua Lamphong Railway Station (191 Rong Mueang Rd, Khwaeng Rong Muang) is located in the center of Bangkok.
The second is again a boat transfer from Bali Hai Pier to Koh Larn. In this case, you can use the speedboats of the Song Pee Nong Speedboat Pattaya company. The transfer by boat to Koh Larn from Bali Hai Pier takes about 20 minutes and the fare is between $7-8/pp.
If it is not possible to buy tickets for the train transfer to Pattaya online, you must buy these tickets at Hua Lamphong Station. You can search for and buy boat tickets from Pattaya to Koh Larn easily online in advance.
❓ FAQ + TIPS – Travel from Bangkok to Koh Larn:
1. How to book and buy tickets + taxi from Bangkok to Koh Larn?
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- Book + buy tickets or private car from Bangkok to Koh Larn on 12go.asia ➜ or Baolau ➜.
- You can also search another routes, eg. Bangkok > Pattaya, Pattaya > Koh Chang…
2. What is the travel time from Bangkok to Koh Larn?
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- Travel by minivan + ferry from Bangkok to Koh Larn (via Pattaya) takes about 4-5 hours.
- Travel by tourist bus + speedboat from Bangkok to Koh Larn (via Pattaya) takes about 5 hours.
- Travel by private taxi + ferry from Bangkok to Koh Larn (via Pattaya) takes about 4 hours.
- Travel by train + speedboat from Bangkok to Koh Larn (via Pattaya) takes about 5.5-6 hours.
3. What is the travel distance from Bangkok to Koh Larn?
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- Travel distance from Bangkok to Koh Larn by bus/van, train, car + ferry via Pattaya is about 155 km.
4. What is the price of transfer from Bangkok to Koh Larn?
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- Transfer by minivan + ferry from Bangkok to Koh Larn costs about $8-12/pp.
- Transfer by tourist bus + speedboat from Bangkok to Koh Larn costs about $10-20/pp.
- Transfer by private taxi + ferry from Bangkok to Koh Larn costs about $55-85/pp.
- Transfer by train + speedboat from Bangkok to Koh Larn costs about $6-10/pp.
5. What is the best and fast way of transfer from Bangkok to Koh Larn?
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- The best and fast way of getting from Bangkok to Koh Larn is to travel by minivan + ferry, cheap and fast.
6. What is the cheapest option of transfer from Bangkok to Koh Larn?
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- The cheapest option of transfer to Koh Larn from Bangkok is to travel by train + ferry. There is a train from Bangkok to Pattaya Railway Station. From Bali Hai Pier you can travel by ferry to Koh Larn. The most cheapest option should cost about $5/pp.
7. Where to accommodate in Pattaya or Koh Larn?
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- Pattaya has a wide range of accommodation facilities, there are cheap and luxury hotels, resorts or guesthouses for low-cost travelers. You can also find various private homes or apartments and other types of stay.
- You can book your hotel in Pattaya in Thailand easily online.
8. Where you can travel from Pattaya?
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- From Pattaya you can also travel to Chanthaburi. There are some private buses or private cars or taxi to this city.
9. What are the must-visit attractions or sites in Koh Larn?
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- Koh Larn boasts several attractions that are worth exploring. Tawaen Beach is the most popular beach on the island, known for its soft white sand and clear turquoise waters. For adventure enthusiasts, Nual Beach offers exciting water sports activities such as snorkeling and jet skiing. Coral Island, located on the southern tip of Koh Larn, is a fantastic spot for snorkeling and diving, allowing visitors to witness the vibrant coral reefs and diverse marine life.
10. What is the best time to visit Koh Larn in Thailand?
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- The best time to visit Koh Larn is during the dry season, which typically lasts from November to April. During this period, the weather is generally sunny with lower chances of rainfall. The sea conditions are also calm, making it ideal for water activities like swimming and snorkeling. However, it’s important to note that Koh Larn can get crowded during the peak tourist season, so if you prefer a quieter experience, consider visiting during the shoulder months of November and April. You can read: Weather in Pattaya.
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