1. Ferry – Phuket to Phi Phi
2. Phuket Airport to Phi Phi
3. FAQ + Travel Tips + Info
4. Ferry Schedule / Times
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From Phuket to Koh Phi Phi island you can travel by ferry / boat.
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- Spanning approximately 60 kilometers, the journey from Phuket to Koh Phi Phi island is best traversed by boat or ferry. Boasting picturesque landscapes and pristine beaches, these destinations are connected by efficient boat and ferry services, with travel times ranging from 1 to 3 hours, depending on the vessel and departure pier. Numerous boat companies operate between Phuket and Koh Phi Phi, offering tickets priced between $12 and $40 per person. Arriving at Laem Tong Beach and Ton Sai Pier on Koh Phi Phi, travelers can embark on a memorable island adventure. Alternatively, travelers can opt to travel to Krabi first and then take a boat/ferry to Koh Phi Phi.
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- For added convenience, joint tickets combining van and ferry transport are available from Phuket Airport, with travel times averaging between 3 to 6.5 hours. Another option involves traveling via Koh Yao Yai by ferry/boat or taking a bus/minivan to Krabi before boarding a ferry or speedboat to Koh Phi Phi. To ensure a hassle-free journey, travelers can easily search and book boat/ferry tickets from Phuket to Koh Phi Phi online. From Koh Phi Phi, travelers can further explore nearby destinations such as Krabi or even venture to Koh Samui.
Koh Phi Phi in Andaman Sea – a top attraction and full of tourists.
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- The Andaman Sea beckons travelers with its myriad of captivating islands and beaches, among which lies the renowned Koh Phi Phi. Comprising six islands, with Phi Phi Don and Phi Phi Leh being the largest and most visited, these islands exude natural beauty and allure. Phi Phi Don features sandy beaches juxtaposed against towering limestone cliffs, creating a stunning panorama. Meanwhile, the uninhabited Phi Phi Leh boasts pristine beaches like Loh Samah and Maya Bay, immortalized by the movie „The Beach.“
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- Snorkeling enthusiasts are drawn to the island’s limestone reefs, caves, and coral gardens, offering an underwater paradise to explore. Koh Phi Phi experiences similar weather patterns to Phuket, with the best time to visit being from November to March, characterized by mild temperatures and low humidity. Despite its popularity, there is no airport on Koh Phi Phi, necessitating travel by boat or bus/minivan + ferry via Krabi. Beyond Koh Phi Phi, travelers can also embark on boat journeys from Phuket to destinations like Railay Beach or Ao Nang, further enriching their coastal exploration in Thailand.
| Transfer Mode – Phuket to Koh Phi Phi: | Travel Time | Cost Range |
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| Ferry / Boat | 1-3 hours | $12-40/pp |
| Van + Ferry from Phuket Airport | 3-4 hours | $33-40/pp |
| Van + Ferry (via Krabi) | 5-8 hours | $20-45/pp |
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How do I get from Phuket to Koh Phi Phi?
1. FERRY / BOAT from Phuket to Koh Phi Phi
The most used and most popular way of transportation from the Phuket area to Koh Phi Phi is by speedboat or ferry. There are many private transport companies operating on this route and they will offer you older as well as new and modern fast boats and ferries to transport you to the Phi Phi Islands.
The boat trip is a relatively hassle-free transfer, you will go through the nice area of Phang Nga Bay, so it is an interesting and scenic ride in this area of Thailand. And on this occasion, you can also visit other nearby islands such as Koh Yao Yai and Koh Yao Noi by boat transfer.
Ferries and speedboats to Koh Phi Phi leave from various piers or places in Phuket, mostly from Rassada Pier, but they can also leave from other places, such as Bang Rong Pier, Jian Wanich Pier, Naka Island, Patong beach, Kata beach or Klong Hia pier. Rassada Pier is the largest port that provides boat transfers to the islands around Phuket City, it is located on the eastern part of Phuket Island.
Speedboats and ferries then continue through Phang Nga Bay to Koh Phi Phi and mainly arrive at Ton Sai Pier, which is the main and largest port on Phi Phi, but they can also go to Laem Tong Beach on the eastern part of Phi Phi Island. It may happen that some ships have other stops before arriving at Koh Phi Phi, for example they may stop at Koh Yao Yai or Koh Yao Noi, where other travelers disembark or board.
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From Phuket to Koh Phi Phi you can use speedboats and ferries of various companies, some of them are e.g. Andaman Wave Master, Bundhaya Speedboat, PP Sabai Marine, Phi Phi Cruiser, Kanichta Tour, Satun Pakbara, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Chureang Travel, Chaokoh Travel Center, Tigerline Ferry or Songserm.
There are many companies and they will offer you different types of ships, such as ferries, modern speedboats and boats, but also older ships. The prices of boat tickets also depend on this, it depends on the type of boat you will use, how old the boat is and how fast the transfer is. The boat or ferry ride time from Phuket to Koh Phi Phi is about 1-3 hours, depending on the type of boat and company and also where the boats depart from.
The timetables of these boats on Koh Phi Phi are long, and everyone will surely find and book their suitable transfer online, even in advance. Boat / Ferry tickets from Phuket to Koh Phi Phi cost about $12-40/pp. When taking a boat to Koh Phi Phi, you must comply with all transfer conditions and safety instructions of the respective companies.
➡️ Also, always carefully read all instructions related to the transfer and boat tickets and arrive at the departure point in Phuket at least 30-60 minutes before the boat’s departure.
2.VAN + FERRY from Phuket Airport to Koh Phi Phi
Another way to go from Phuket to Koh Phi Phi is to travel directly from Phuket International Airport. This airport is located approximately 30 km north of the city of Phuket and is mainly used by foreign tourists, e.g. when flying from Bangkok or other places in Thailand.
Some private transport companies also operate at the airport, offering you a combined transfer, minibus and boat/ferry from the airport to Koh Phi Phi via Phuket town. The advantage is that you have a combined ticket for transportation from the airport to the city and a direct boat transfer to Koh Phi Phi.
So you don’t have to deal with anything on your own and you save some of your time. Some companies that offer a combined transfer from Phuket Airport to Koh Phi Phi are Bundhaya Speedboat, Call Me Taxi and or Seatran Phuket. These offer modern minivans / minibuses and also fast boats from the ports of Phuket to Phi Phi.
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Travel time from Phuket Airport to Koh Phi Phi by minibus and boat via Phuket is approximately 3-4 hours and the combined transfer costs $25-50/pp, including minibus fare and boat fare to Phi Phi. The boats and ferries of these companies again mostly arrive at the port of Ton Sai on Koh Phi Phi.
Again, you can find and book these tickets from Phuket Airport to Koh Phi Phi easily and online in advance. Always read the important and additional information related to these transfers to avoid possible complications. From Phuket Airport, you can also travel directly to Patong and Karon – two well-known and popular tourist beach spots in Phuket.
3. VAN + FERRY from Phuket to Koh Phi Phi (via Krabi)
Another alternative way to travel from Phuket to Koh Phi Phi is by bus/minibus transfer to Krabi in Thailand and from Krabi by boat or ferry to Koh Phi Phi. This option, which has 2 steps, is suitable if you would like to visit the popular tourist area of Krabi, which really has a lot to offer, and then take a boat from there to the Phi Phi Islands.
It is definitely good to stay in Krabi for e.g. 2-3 days and then go on a trip to Koh Phi Phi. Krabi is approximately 200 km from Phuket and buses go around Phang Nga Bay, where there is only one main road. Buses depart mainly from Phuket Bus Terminal 1 or Phuket 2 and arrive mainly at Krabi Bus Terminal.
Some private minibuses or minivans can also come to other popular places in Krabi, such as Ao Nang or Ao Nam Mao Pier and others. Some companies that operate bus services from Phuket to Krabi are Minibus 1996, Good Luck Lanta Tour or 438 Phuket Krabi Transport. Bus transportation from Phuket to Krabi takes approximately 3-3.5 hours and tickets cost approximately $7-14/pp. You can also use private taxis and chauffeured cars on the route from Phuket to Krabi.
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So the next step for you will be a boat trip from Krabi to Koh Phi Phi. This is one of the busiest shipping routes in this area of Thailand. A lot of tourists go to Koh Phi Phi from the Krabi area, there are a lot of speedboats and ferries and the journey time is about 1.5-3 hours, the boat ride costs on average $13-40/pp, it depends on which boat you choose and what the travel is like route of the given company.
Some companies that offer boat transfers from Krabi to Koh Phi Phi are Ao Nang Travel and Tour, Andaman Wave Master, Phi Phi Kanichta Tour, Songserm, Chaokoh Travel Center, Koh Yao Sun Smile and others. All connections from Phuket to Krabi and from Krabi to Koh Phi Phi can be easily booked online, both for buses and boat transfers.
❓ FAQ – Travel by boat from Phuket to Koh Phi Phi:
1. How you can book boat tickets from Phuket to Koh Phi Phi?
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- Book boat tickets from Phuket to Koh Phi Phi easily on 12go.asia ➜ or Baolau ➜.
- You can also book another tickets or private cars in Phuket, Krabi…
2. What is the travel time from Phuket to Koh Phi Phi?
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- Travel by boat / ferry from Phuket to Koh Phi Phi takes about 1-3 hours. It depends what type of ferry/boat you will book, this time can change according to the boat company. From Phuket Airport it takes about 4 hours.
3. How far is Koh Phi Phi from Phuket?
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- Travel distance from Phuket to Koh Phi Phi by ferry or boat is about 60-70 km. However, the travel distance from Phuket to Koh Phi Phi may change depending on the travel route of the respective companies. Each may have a different travel route.
4. How much does it cost to get by boat from Phuket to Koh Phi Phi?
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- Travel by ferry or boat from Phuket to Koh Phi Phi costs about $12-40/pp.
- Travel by minivan + ferry from Phuket to Koh Phi Phi (via Krabi) costs about $20-45/pp.
5. Is there also another way how to get to Koh Phi Phi?
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- Yes, you can travel by various ferries and speedboats from Krabi or Koh Lanta in southern Thailand. You can search and book ferry/boat tickets online on 12go.asia or Baolau.
6. Is there an airport on Koh Phi Phi?
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- No, there is no airport on Koh Phi Phi, the only way how to get to Koh Phi Phi is to travel by ferry/boat.
7. Is it possible to travel from Koh Phi Phi to Krabi?
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- Yes, from Koh Phi Phi you can travel by boat or ferry to Krabi. There are various boats and ferries to Krabi and it is possible to book ferry tickets online on 12go.asia or Baolau. Travel time is about 1-3 hours (depends on the type of boat). It is the only way how to get to Krabi.
8. Are ferry e-tickets in your phone from Phuket to Koh Phi Phi acceptable?
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- Some ferry companies accept e-tickets in your smartphone but some of them do not accept these e-tickets. Read carefully the information before you book your tickets (it is recommended to print your ticket).
9. From which piers and sites boats from Phuket to Koh Phi Phi depart?
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- Ferries and boats to Koh Phi Phi depart from various ports and places. E.g. from Rassada Pier, Bang Rong Pier, Naka Island or Patong beach. You will see these places before you book your tickets online.
10. Which companies serve this route from Phuket to Koh Phi Phi?
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- There are various transport companies from Phuket to Koh Phi Phi, you can use ferries and boats of: Andaman Wave Master, Chaokoh Travel Center, PP Sabai Marine, Ao Nang Travel, Phi Phi Cruiser, Tigerline Travel, Songserm, Seatran Phuket, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Bundhaya Speed Boat.
11. How to get from Phuket Airport to Koh Phi Phi?
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- If you want to travel directly from Phuket Airport to Koh Phi Phi you can use private companies of Seatran Phuket or Tigerline Travel. These companies offer transfer by van + ferry from Phuket Airport to Koh Phi Phi. Search and book these join tickets to Koh Phi Phi at 12go.asia.
12. Is it possible to travel from Phuket to Koh Phi Phi via Koh Yao Yai?
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- Yes, it is possible to travel to Phi Phi via Koh Yao Yai. There are ferries and boats from Phuket to Koh Yao Yai and from this island you can travel by boat or ferry to Koh Phi Phi. You search and book tickets online.
13. Where to travel and go from Koh Phi Phi?
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- You can travel to Krabi by ferry or speedboat and from Krabi you can continue to travel to Koh Phangan or you can take a speedboat to Koh Yao Yai in Phang Nga Bay, you can also travel by boat to Koh Lanta.
14. Which are the most popular and nice islands in Thailand?
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- There are a lot of various interesting, nice and also isolated or tourist islands in Thailand. Most of them are in the Gulf of Thailand or Phang Nga Bay. Read this article: The Best Islands in Thailand.
15. How to travel solo in Thailand?
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- Embark on a solo adventure in Thailand by researching destinations, ensuring personal safety, trying local experiences, connecting with fellow travelers, and savoring the diverse landscapes and attractions the country has to offer. Traveling on your own in Thailand is very popular by travelers. Read this article: Solo Travel in Thailand.
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🚢 Ferry/Boat Schedule – Timetable – Phuket to Koh Phi Phi + Tickets:
Ferry Schedule - Phuket to Koh Phi Phi | Departs in Phuket | Arrival in Koh Phi Phi | Ferry Ticket |
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Lanta Petpailin | 08:30 | 10:30 | From $12.00 |
Lanta Petpailin | 13:30 | 15:30 | From $12.00 |
Bundhaya | 08:30 | 09:30 | From $17.00 |
Bundhaya | 10:00 | 11:00 | From $17.00 |
Bundhaya | 12:00 | 13:00 | From $17.00 |
Satun Pakbara | 08:30 | 09:30 | From $18.00 |
Satun Pakbara | 12:30 | 13:30 | From $18.00 |
SiriLanta | 08:00 | 09:00 | From $20.00 |
Andaman Wave Master | 08:30 | 10:30 | From $13.00 |
Andaman Wave Master | 12:30 | 14:00 | From $23.00 |
Andaman Wave Master | 13:30 | 15:00 | From $23.00 |
Andaman Wave Master | 13:45 | 16:45 | From $20.00 |
Phi Phi Cruiser | 08:30 | 10:30 | From $13.00 |
Phi Phi Cruiser | 13:30 | 15:30 | From $13.00 |
PP Sabai Marine | 09:00 | 10:00 | From $16.00 |
PP Sabai Marine | 11:00 | 12:00 | From $16.00 |
PP Sabai Marine | 14:00 | 15:00 | From $16.00 |
Koh Yao Sun Smile | 09:30 | 12:30 | From $36.00 |
Chaokoh Travel Center | 11:00 | 13:00 | From $12.00 |
Chaokoh Travel Center | 15:00 | 17:00 | From $12.00 |
Phi Phi Cabana | 15:30 | 16:30 | From $20.00 |
🚢 Ferry/Boat Schedule – Timetable – Koh Phi Phi to Phuket + Tickets:
Ferry Schedule - Koh Phi Phi to Phuket | Departs in Koh Phi Phi | Arrival in Phuket | Ferry Ticket |
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Phantip 1970 | 08:30 | 11:00 | From $11.00 |
Chaokoh | 09:00 | 11:00 | From $14.00 |
Chaokoh | 14:00 | 16:00 | From $14.00 |
Bundhaya | 10:40 | 11:40 | From $20.00 |
Bundhaya | 13:30 | 14:30 | From $20.00 |
Bundhaya | 16:00 | 17:00 | From $20.00 |
Bundhaya | 17:00 | 18:00 | From $20.00 |
PP Sabai Marine | 08:30 | 09:30 | From $23.00 |
PP Sabai Marine | 14:00 | 15:00 | From $23.00 |
PP Sabai Marine | 15:00 | 16:00 | From $23.00 |
Andaman Wave Master | 08:20 | 10:00 | From $30.00 |
Andaman Wave Master | 09:00 | 10:00 | From $26.00 |
Andaman Wave Master | 10:00 | 13:00 | From $23.00 |
Andaman Wave Master | 10:30 | 12:00 | From $26.00 |
Andaman Wave Master | 14:00 | 15:30 | From $26.00 |
Koh Yao Sun Smile | 13:00 | 15:30 | From $26.00 |
Phi Phi Kanichta | 13:00 | 13:50 | From $21.00 |
Phi Phi Kanichta | 15:30 | 16:20 | From $21.00 |
Satun Pakbara | 13:30 | 14:30 | From $30.00 |
Phi Phi Cruiser | 09:00 | 11:00 | From $14.00 |
Phi Phi Cruiser | 14:30 | 16:30 | From $14.00 |
Jolly Travel | 10:40 | 11:40 | From $26.00 |
Jolly Travel | 16:00 | 17:00 | From $26.00 |
Phi Phi Cabana | 12:00 | 13:00 | From $20.00 |
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