Travel → BANGKOK to KOH LIPE? ☀️

1. Train + Van + Ferry to K.Lipe
2. Bus + Ferry to Kipe Lipe
3. Flight + Van + Ferry to K.Lipe
4. Taxi + Ferry to Koh Lipe
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From Bangkok to Koh Lipe you can go by train, plane, bus + speedboat.

• • Embarking on the journey from Bangkok to Koh Lipe, spanning approximately 1100 kilometers by land with a ferry transfer, offers a picturesque adventure. The optimal and swiftest route involves taking a direct flight to Hat Yai, a mere 1.5-hour flight. From Hat Yai, travelers can seamlessly transition to Pak Bara Pier in Satun province via bus or taxi, followed by a ferry/boat ride to Koh Lipe. Alternatively, sleeper trains from Bangkok to Hat Yai offer a scenic overnight journey lasting about 15-16 hours. With direct flights from Bangkok to Hat Yai starting as low as $22 (one-way), air travel proves to be an economical and efficient choice.
  • Additionally, tourists can consider sleeper bus options, with a route from Bangkok to La-ngu spanning approximately 13-14 hours, followed by a ferry/boat ride from Pak Bara Pier in La-ngu to Koh Lipe. Secure your flights to Hat Yai and train/bus/ferry tickets from Bangkok to Koh Lipe (via Pak Bara Pier) conveniently online. From Koh Lipe, explorers can further their journey by boarding a ferry/boat to Langkawi, or opting to venture to Phuket in Thailand.

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• • For those seeking a more personalized travel experience, booking a private taxi/car + ferry to Koh Lipe Pier from Bangkok is an option worth considering. Transfer by private taxi + ferry from Bangkok to Koh Lipe typically spans about 14-15 hours, with costs ranging from $300-400 per car. Although pricier, private transfer by taxi + ferry offers unparalleled comfort and convenience. Koh Lipe, nestled in the Andaman Sea, emerges as a quaint yet captivating tourist destination in southern Thailand.
  • Situated approximately 40 km from Langkawi in Malaysia, Koh Lipe serves as an ideal stopover for travelers en route to Malaysia, particularly Langkawi. With only a handful of pristine beaches and neighboring inhabited islands like Ko Rawi and Ko Adang, Koh Lipe exudes an untouched charm.Before arriving at Koh Lipe, consider visiting Phuket or Krabi in southern Thailand for an extended coastal getaway.

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How do I get from Bangkok to Koh Lipe?

1. TRAIN + VAN + FERRY from Bangkok to Koh Lipe

A popular cheaper option to get from Bangkok to Koh Lipe is by train + minivan + ferry via Hat Yai and Pak Bara port. This transport option has a total of 3 steps and can take approximately 22-25 hours, but this time can also vary. You can go from Bangkok to Hat Yai by train, this journey takes about 14-16 hours, see the Thai railway map.

It is advisable to choose a sleeping bed for this long route. Train tickets to Hat Yai from Bangkok range from $8-45/pp and can be easily searched and purchased online well in advance. The downside to this option is the limited train schedule to Hat Yai. In the next step, you can use a combined transfer by minivan and ferry from Hat Yai to Koh Lipe.

First, the minivans will take you to Pak Bara Pier and from there you will use one of the many boats and ferries to Koh Lipe. The transfer from Hat Yai to Koh Lipe by minivan and ferry takes about 3.5-5.5 hours, and you can again search and buy these join tickets via Pak Bara Pier online.

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For minivan transfer and ferry to Koh Lipe from Hat Yai, you can use TraansBanTon, Marinee Travel, Jolly Travel, Easy Lipe, Hi Lipe, Bundhaya Speedboat, Koh Ngai Camping, Andaman Sea Tour, Smart En Plus, Taweesub Speedboat, Seasatun Travel and others.

Transfers are provided from the city center, railway station or even from the airport. You can see information about departures, arrivals and journey times when searching for tickets online. Transfer by minivan and boat from Hat Yai to Koh Lipe via Pak Bara Pier costs about $19-30/pp. You can search and buy minivan and ferry tickets to Koh Lipe online.

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2. BUS + FERRY from Bangkok to Koh Lipe

Another land transport option from Bangkok to Koh Lipe is a trip by bus + minivan + ferry again via the city of Hat Yai and the port of Pak Bara. The total time of this transfer option can be in the range of 18-20 hours, this time can also vary. In the first step, you can use bus transfers to Hat Yai from Transport Co, Siam Lane Tour, Sri Siam Tour, Montanatip.

A bus transfer to Hat Yai from Bangkok can take approx. 14-22 hours, each company can have a different travel time and it is also good to know that buses can also be delayed during the journey. Buses depart from stations such as Mochit, Southern Terminal or other locations and arrive at Hat Yai Bus Terminal or Songkhla Bus Terminal.

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You will always see this information about departures and arrivals when searching and booking tickets. Bus tickets to Hat Yai from Bangkok cost between $25-38/pp, these prices may vary slightly depending on the company and during the year.

The next step after arriving in Hat Yai is again a transfer by minivan and ferry to Koh Lipe via Pak Bara Pier. Transfer by minivan and ferry from Hat Yai to Koh Lipe takes about 3.5-5 hours and tickets cost between $19-30/pp.

This is the price for a minivan transfer to Pak Bara port and a subsequent ferry transfer to Koh Lipe. Search for tickets for the bus as well as the minivan and ferry separately, so you need to buy 2 tickets for each route.

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3. FLIGHT + VAN + FERRY from Bangkok to Koh Lipe

The fastest and most convenient transport option from Bangkok to Koh Lipe is an air transfer to Hat Yai and a subsequent minivan and ferry transfer to Koh Lipe via Pak Bara port. You can save several hours with this transport option than if you had used the ground transport option by train or bus. The total time of this transfer option by air and minivan + ferry to Koh Lipe can be approx. 8-10 hours and in total this option can cost approx. $70-140/pp.

It is therefore the most expensive option of transport on Koh Lipe, but you will save your time. Direct flights from Bangkok to Hat Yai will be offered by Thai Lion Air, Nok Air, Thai AirAsia, Thai VietJet, Thai Smile, Bangkok Air and others. A direct flight to Hat Yai from Bangkok to Hat Yai takes about 1.5 hours, if you include the transfer to the airport and waiting before the flight, it can take up to 5 hours in total.

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You can easily search and book flights from Bangkok to Hat Yai online in advance. The flight schedule between Bangkok and Hat Yai is relatively extensive and there are plenty of direct flights between these cities every day. The second step is again a transfer by minivan and ferry from Hat Yai to Koh Lipe. Some companies offer this option already from Hat Yai airport, then go to Pak Bara and from there ferry transfer to Koh Lipe.

It is actually a similar step as in the case of a train or bus transfer. Tickets for minivans and ferries from Hat Yai Airport to Koh Lipe are again easy to find and buy online ahead of time. An air transfer to Hat Yai is probably the best transport option if you want to avoid other places in Thailand and want to get to Koh Lipe quickly from there.

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4. TAXI / CAR + FERRY from Bangkok to Koh Lipe

Another land transfer option to Koh Lipe from Bangkok, and at the same time the most expensive one, is transport by private car/taxi with a driver and again a ferry transfer from Pak Bara. This transport option is offered by the private company Firstplan Transport Services, and Glassflower also goes to Hat Yai. These companies offer modern classic cars, SUVs and even minivans for several people traveling together in one group.

Transport by private car/taxi and ferry from Bangkok to Koh Lipe via Pak Bara can take about 14-15 hours. However, the indicated driving time may not be strictly observed and there may be a delay. The advantage of a private transfer is that you can choose your departure point in Bangkok and your arrival point in Koh Lipe.

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Transfer by private car and ferry from Bangkok to Koh Lipe costs between $340-450/car, these prices vary by car type. Smaller classic cars are always a cheaper option than larger minivans or SUVs for more people. You can search, view and book your private chauffeured car online in advance. When booking, always read all conditions and instructions for the transfer and follow the instructions of the transport company.

Transfer by private car / taxi with driver is more of an alternative transportation option to Koh Lipe and is suitable for travelers who have a bigger budget for their travel in Thailand. This option is certainly not sought after by ordinary low-cost travelers. A modern and comfortable minivan may not be bad for group travel.

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