1. Ferry/Boat to Koh Yao Yai
2. Van + Ferry to Koh Yao Yai
3. Taxi + Ferry to Koh Yao Yai
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From Koh Lanta to Koh Yao Yai you can get by ferry / boat or bus/van + ferry.
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- Travel distance from Koh Lanta to Koh Yao Yai in Thailand is about 90-100 km by ferry/speedboat. There are 3 options how you can get to Koh Yao Yai from Koh Lanta: travel by speedboat / ferry, transfer by bus + ferry via Krabi or transfer by taxi + ferry via Krabi. The most fastest and popular way how to go to Koh Yao Yai is to travel by speedboat or ferry from Saladan Pier in Koh Lanta. Transfer by ferry/boat from Koh Lanta to Koh Yao Yai takes about 1.5-2.5 hours and boat tickets cost about $29-40/pp. Saladan Pier is one of the most important piers in the north of Koh Lanta. These ferries or speedboats also go to Krabi and from Krabi to Koh Yao Yai.
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- Another way how to go to Koh Yao Yai from Koh Lanta is to travel by bus/van + ferry via Krabi. You can travel by van/bus to Krabi and take a ferry to Koh Yao Yai. Transport by bus + ferry from Koh Lanta to Koh Yao Yai (via Krabi) takes about 5-6 hours and it costs totally about $28-38/pp. The last option how you can travel to Koh Yao Yai from Koh Lanta is to travel by private taxi + ferry also via Krabi. Transfer by taxi + ferry from Koh Lanta to Koh Yao Yai (via Krabi) takes about 4-6 hours and it costs totally about $80-115. There are some private taxi companies between Koh Lanta and Krabi. Travel by train to Krabi is not possible, there is no railway.
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- Koh Yao Yai and Koh Lanta have no airports, so it is not possible to travel by plane between these islands. Teoretically you can also travel to Koh Yao Yai via Phuket, there are ferries and boats to Phuket and from Phuket to Koh Yao Yai. It is a good option if you want to visit Phuket. Koh Yao Yai is the larger of the two large islands in the Koh Yao archipelago. The group of islands is located in Phang Nga Bay in Phang Nga Province in southern Thailand. Koh Yao Yai means „big long island“. The second main island of the group is Koh Yao Noi, also accessible by boat or ferry. Read the instructions how you can reach Koh Yao Yai from Koh Lanta below and book your tickets online. Before you arrive to Koh Yao Yai, read carefully this article: Weather in Koh Yao Yai.
| Transfer Mode – Koh Lanta to Koh Yao Yai: | Travel Time | Cost Range |
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| Ferry / Boat | 1.5-2.5 hours | $29-40/pp |
| Bus + Ferry | 5-6 hours | $28-38/pp |
| Taxi + Ferry | 4-6 hours | $80-115 |
How do I get from Koh Lanta to Koh Yao Yai?
1. FERRY / BOAT from Koh Lanta to Koh Yao Yai
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- from Koh Lanta to Koh Yao Yai you can travel by speedboat or ferry
- transfer by speedboat / ferry from Koh Lanta to Koh Yao Yai takes about 1.5-2.5 hours
- ferry ticket from Koh Lanta to Koh Yao Yai costs about $29-40/pp (prices may vary by season)
- ferry companies to Koh Yao Yai from Koh Lanta: Koh Yao Sun Smile, SiriLanta Speedboats
- ferries depart from: Saladan Pier in Koh Lanta and arrive to Klong Hia Pier in Koh Yao Yai
- come to the Saladan Pier about 30 minutes before departure
- you can also travel by these ferries to Krabi or Koh Yao Noi
2. VAN + FERRY from Koh Lanta to Koh Yao Yai
A) Van/Bus from Koh Lanta to Krabi
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- from Koh Lanta to Krabi you can travel by van, minivan or minibus
- bus companies to Krabi: Jolly Travel, Bus Cooperative of Krabi, Andaman taxis, Ao Nang Travel
- bus or minivan is the cheapest way of transfer from Koh Lanta to Krabi
- transfer by van/minibus from Koh Lanta to Krabi takes about 2.5-3.5 hours
- you can travel by these vans or buses to Krabi Bus Terminal or Krabi Airport
- transfer by van/bus from Koh Lanta to Krabi costs about $9-12/pp
- it is recommended to print your e-ticket / voucher before you come
- read this article: How to go to Krabi from Koh Lanta?
B) Ferry / Boat from Krabi to Koh Yao Yai (or Koh Yao Noi)
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- from Krabi to Koh Yao Yai or Koh Yao Noi you can travel by ferry or speedboat
- travel by speedboat / ferry from Krabi to Koh Yao Yai takes about 40 minutes – 1 hour
- ferry/boat ticket from Krabi to Koh Yao Yai costs about $19-24/pp
- ferry companies from Krabi to Koh Yao Yai: Koh Yao Sun Smile, Tigerline Ferry, Satun Pakbara
- ferries to Koh Yao Yai from Krabi depart from: Ao Nang or Railay East
- ferries or speedboats from Krabi to Koh Yao Yai arrive to: Chong Lard Pier
- read this article: Krabi to Koh Yao Yai – Ferry Schedule
3. TAXI + FERRY from Koh Lanta to Koh Yao Yai
A) Private Car from Koh Lanta to Krabi
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- private car or taxi from Koh Lanta to Krabi is the most comfortable option of transfer
- expensive, but the most comfortable way how to travel from Koh Lanta to Krabi
- you can book private taxi or whole luxury fast minivan for 9-10 passengers
- taxi companies to Krabi: Phuket Transfer Travel Andaman, Bangkok Taxi 24, Ao Nang Travel And Tour, Lanta Gardenhill, Koh Lanta Sea Tour, Smart En Plus, Andaman Taxis…
- transfer by private taxi/car from Koh Lanta to Krabi costs about $60-90/car
- read this article: How to get to Krabi from Koh Lanta?
B) Ferry from Krabi to Koh Yao Yai (or Koh Yao Noi)
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- from Krabi to Koh Yao Yai + Koh Yao Noi you can get by ferry or speedboat
- transport by boat / ferry from Krabi to Koh Yao Yai takes about 40 minutes – 1 hour
- travel by boat from Krabi to Koh Yao Yai costs about $19-24/pp
- boat companies from Krabi to Koh Yao Yai: Koh Yao Sun Smile, Tigerline Ferry, Satun Pakbara
- ferries / speedboats to Koh Yao Yai from Krabi depart from Ao Nang or Railay East
- ferries or speedboats from Krabi to Koh Yao Yai arrive to: Chong Lard Pier
- read this article: Krabi to Koh Yao Yai – Ferry Schedule
❓ FAQ + Tips – Travel from Koh Lanta to Koh Yao Yai:
1. How to book tickets + flights from Koh Lanta to Koh Yao Yai?
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- Book tickets from Koh Lanta to Koh Yao Yai online on 12go.asia ➜ or Baolau ➜.
- You can also search another routes, eg. Koh Lanta to Koh Phi Phi, Krabi to Koh Yao Yai…
2. What is the travel time from Koh Lanta to Koh Yao Yai?
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- Travel by ferry/boat from Koh Lanta to Koh Yao Yai takes about 1.5-2.5 hours.
- Travel by bus + ferry from Koh Lanta to Koh Yao Yai (via Krabi) takes about 5-6 hours.
- Travel by taxi + ferry from Koh Lanta to Koh Yao Yai (via Krabi) takes about 4-6 hours.
3. What is the travel distance from Koh Lanta to Koh Yao Yai?
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- Travel distance from Koh Lanta to Koh Yao Yai in Phang Nga Bay is about 90 km by ferry / speedboat via Krabi.
4. How much does it cost to get from Koh Lanta to Koh Yao Yai?
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- Transfer by ferry from Koh Lanta to Koh Yao Yai (via Krabi) costs about $29-40/pp.
- Transfer by tourist bus + ferry from Koh Lanta to Koh Yao Yai (via Krabi) costs about $28-38/pp.
- Transfer by private taxi + ferry from Koh Lanta to Koh Yao Yai (via Krabi) costs about $80-115.
5. Is there a train from Koh Lanta to Krabi?
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- No, Krabi and Koh Lanta have no railway stations, so it is not possible to travel by train between these sites.
6. Is there a direct flight from Koh Lanta to Koh Yao Yai?
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- No, Koh Yao Yai + Koh Yao Noi have no airports, travel by plane between these sites is not possible.
7. What is the best way of transfer from Koh Lanta to Koh Yao Yai?
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- The best and fastest option how you can reach Koh Yao Yai + Koh Yao Noi is to travel by speedboat or ferry from Saladan Pier in Koh Lanta. You will save some travel time if you choose this option.
8. What is the cheapest option of transfer from Koh Lanta to Koh Yao Yai?
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- The most cheapest option how you can go to Koh Yao Yai from Koh Lanta is to travel by bus + ferry via Krabi.
9. Where and how to travel from Koh Yao Yai?
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- You can travel by ferry / boat from Koh Yao Yai to Phuket or you can also visit Koh Phi Phi and Krabi.
10. Where to book hotel / resort in Koh Yao Yai?
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- Koh Yao Yai has a bit limited accommodation facilities, but you can find and book some resorts online.
- You can search your resort or guesthouse on Booking > Book hotel / resort on Koh Yao Yai ➜.
11. What are the most popular and beautiful islands in Thailand?
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- Thailand has a lot of beautiful islands also accessible for tourists. Koh Samui, Koh Phangan, Koh Chang, Koh Kood, Phuket or Koh Phi Phi….there are many islands. You should read this article about 13 Best Islands in Thailand.
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