From Krabi to Koh Tao you can travel by bus/taxi + ferry or plane + ferry.
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- Travel distance from Krabi to Koh Tao is about 300 km by land and sea (bus+ferry/boat). You can travel from Krabi to Koh Tao by combination of bus and ferry/speedboat, it can take about 7-8.5 hours. Bus and ferry ticket (join ticket) to Koh Tao from Krabi costs about $26-33/pp. It is the cheapest way of getting to Koh Tao. Another option is to take a direct flight from Krabi to Koh Samui (1 hour) and ferry from Koh Samui to Koh Tao. It is a good and fastest, but the most expensive way of transport. There are also some private transfers directly from Krabi Airport and Ao Nang Beach in Krabi to Koh Tao (bus+ferry). Ferries and speedboats from Krabi arrive to Mae Had Pier in Koh Tao. The closest islands to Koh Tao are Koh Phangan and Koh Samui, there are various ferries between these islands. You can search and book tickets or flights from Krabi to Koh Tao easily online in advance. From Koh Tao you can travel to Bangkok or you can travel by ferry or speedboat to Koh Phangan, the closest island to Koh Tao.
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- Koh Tao (or Ko Tao, Surat Thani province) – the smallest of the Samuis Islands is a popular destination for divers from all over the world. Diving certificates are among the cheapest in the world and the underwater world is absolutely monumental. Moreover, the location on the Gulf of Thailand guarantees always nice tropical weather, beautiful beaches, typical lively Thai atmosphere and plenty of quiet places. All the lovers of the sea and the sun come to Koh Tao. The attraction of number one is the sea. Koh Tao has not only wonderful beaches with crystal clear water, but also rich underwater life. Although it is a small island, Koh Tao has many beaches. Many of them can be visited by boat. Most beaches are available to the general public. There are 3 ways how you can travel from Krabi to Koh Tao. From Krabi you can also go to Koh Phi Phi, there are ferries and boats + private transfer e.g. from Ao Nang. Before you arrive to Koh Tao, read carefully this article: Weather in Koh Tao.
| Transfer Mode – Krabi to Koh Tao: | Travel Time | Cost Range |
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| Bus + Ferry | 8-10 hours | 500-1,000 THB |
| Taxi + Ferry | 7-10 hours | 1,500-2,500 THB |
| Flight + Ferry | 4-7 hours | 1,500-5,000 THB |
How do you get from Krabi to Koh Tao?
1. BUS + FERRY from Krabi to Koh Tao
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- travel by bus+ferry/catamaran from Krabi to Koh Tao takes about 7-8.5 hours
- you can book and search join tickets to Koh Tao from Krabi (bus+ferry) online
- private companies from Krabi to Koh Tao: Lomprayah, Seatran Discovery, Songserm
- travel by bus/minivan+ferry/catamaran ticket from Krabi to Koh Tao costs about $26-33/pp
- you can depart by bus from Ao Nang beach, Krabi Airport, Ao Nam Mao pier
- boats and high speed ferries arrive to Mae Had Koh Tao pier
- Book bus+ferry tickets from Krabi to Koh Tao online on 12go.asia ➜ or Baolau ➜
- you can also travel by van + ferry from Ao Nang in Krabi to Koh Samui
| Bus / Ferry Company | Departure in Krabi | Arrival in Koh Tao |
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| Lomprayah | 06:30 | 14:15 |
| Lomprayah | 11:30 | 19:15 |
| Songserm | 07:00 | 14:15 |
| Seatran Discovery | 11:00 | 18:30 |
| Seatran Discovery | 08:30 (Airport) | 18:30 |
| Lomprayah | 06:00 (Ao Nang) | 14:30 |
| Lomprayah | 10:30 (Ao Nang) | 19:00 |
2. FLIGHT + FERRY from Krabi to Koh Tao (via Koh Samui)
1. STEP – Direct flights from Krabi to Koh Samui
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- the most fastest way how to travel from Krabi to Koh Samui
- it takes about 1 hour from Krabi Airport to Koh Samui by plane
- airlines from Krabi to Koh Samui: Bangkok Air
- airport in Krabi – Krabi International Airport + airport in Koh Samui – Koh Samui Airport
- direct flight from Krabi Airport to Koh Samui costs about $85-125
- Search and book direct flight from Krabi to Koh Samui on 12go.asia ➜ or Baolau ➜
2. STEP – Ferries and boats from Koh Samui to Koh Tao
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- to get by ferry/boat from Koh Samui to Koh Tao takes about 1.5-5.5 hours
- various transport companies to Koh Tao: Lomprayah, Seatran, Raja Ferry Port
- travel by ferry or speedboat from Koh Samui to Koh Tao costs about $16-23/pp
- travel distance by ferry is about 60 km to reach Koh Tao from Koh Samui
- read this article: Ferry Schedule – Koh Samui to Koh Tao
3. TAXI + FERRY from Krabi to Koh Tao (via Surat Thani)
1. STEP – Private car from Krabi to Surat Thani
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- from Krabi to Surat Thani you can travel by private taxi/car
- travel by private car from Krabi to Surat Thani takes about 2.5-4 hours
- taxi companies to Surat Thani: Andaman Taxis, Ramon Transport, Bangkok Taxi24, Phuket Transfer…
- travel by private car from Krabi to Surat Thani costs about $73-105/car
- Serach and book private car from Krabi to Surat Thani on 12go.asia ➜
2. STEP – Ferries or boats from Surat Thani to Koh Tao
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- travel by ferry/boat from Surat Thani to Koh Tao takes about 3.5-7 hours
- boat companies to Koh Tao: Lomprayah, Songserm
- travel by ferry or speedboat from Surat Thani to Koh Tao costs about $25-33/pp
- you can take a boat from Surat Thani town or there is a transfer with minivan via Don Sak Pier
❓ FAQ + Info – Travel route from Krabi to Koh Tao:
1. How long does it take to get from Krabi to Koh Tao?
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- Travel by bus + ferry from Krabi to Koh Tao (via Surat Thani) takes about 7-8.5 hours.
- Travel by plane + ferry from Krabi to Koh Tao (via Koh Samui) takes about 4-7 hours.
- Travel by taxi + ferry from Krabi to Koh Tao (via Surat Thani) takes about 7-11 hours.
2. How to book and buy tickets/flights from Krabi to Koh Tao?
3. What is the travel distance from Krabi to Koh Tao?
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- Travel distance from Krabi to Koh Tao (by bus+ferry/boat) is about 300 km by land and about 250 km by plane+ferry.
4. How much does it cost to get from Krabi to Koh Tao?
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- Travel by bus + ferry from Krabi to Koh Tao (via Surat Thani) costs about $26-33/pp.
- Travel by plane + ferry from Krabi to Koh Tao (via Koh Samui) costs about $100-150/pp.
- Travel by taxi + ferry from Krabi to Koh Tao (via Surat Thani) costs about $100-140.
5. Is there a train from Krabi to Surat Thani?
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- No, it is not possible to travel by train because there is no railway from Krabi to Surat Thani.
6. What is the best way of getting from Krabi to Koh Tao?
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- The best and fastest way how to get to Koh Tao from Krabi is to take a direct flight from Krabi to Koh Samui, it takes about 1 hour. From Koh Samui to Koh Tao you can travel by ferry/speedboat to Koh Tao, there are various ferries and speedboats every day.
7. Is there a direct flight from Krabi to Koh Tao?
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- No, Koh Tao has no airport so it is not possible to travel by plane.
8. Where to find and book hotel/resort in Koh Tao?
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- Koh Tao in Thailand offers various cheap and luxury hotels or beach resorts, there are a lot of accommodation facilities. There are also a few cheap guesthouses / hostels for backpackers. Check this selection of the hotels and resorts with a discount up to 60% > Book hotel/hostel or resort in Koh Tao.
9. Where you can go by ferry/speedboat from Koh Tao?
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- From Koh Tao you can travel by ferry or speedboat to Chumphon (from Chumphon you can travel by train or bus to Bangkok), Koh Phangan or to Koh Samui. There are also ferries from Koh Tao to Surat Thani. Surat Thani is one of the most important transport hubs in the south of Thailand.
10. 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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