Koh Ngai to Langkawi: Ferry & Speedboat Travel Guide
- Crossing time 6h 50m–7h
- Operators 2
- Departures a day 1
This route sails Jan to Apr and Oct to Dec.
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2,900+ THB
How to get from Koh Ngai to Langkawi
Ferry from Koh Ngai to Langkawi
Travelling between Koh Ngai and Langkawi means crossing from Thailand into Malaysia by sea, and the route is only available while the operating ferry service is running. The connection is seasonal, operating January to April and October to December — outside these months the crossing is not in service, so check the live schedule on this page before planning your trip. If you are travelling out of season, look at connecting via Koh Lanta or Krabi and continuing to Langkawi on a different service, or wait until the route reopens.
Operator, journey time and price
The Koh Ngai to Langkawi route is run by Bundhaya Speed Boat and Satun Pakbara Speed Boat Club, using a ferry and speed boat for the crossing. The journey takes around the scheduled journey time, with 2 available on operating days. Tickets start from ฿2,900 per person; the exact fare depends on the operator, cabin or seat class, and how far in advance you book, so treat the figure shown at checkout as the price for your specific date and departure. On board you'll typically find onboard facilities, though this can vary slightly by boat.
Departure and arrival points
Boats depart from Koh Ngai and arrive at Langkawi. Since this is an international crossing, keep your passport with you for immigration checks on arrival in Malaysia — this is a border crossing, not a domestic transfer, so allow a little extra time at both ends for check-in and formalities. Confirm your exact pier or jetty when you book, as departure points on Koh Ngai can be tide-dependent.
Booking your Koh Ngai to Langkawi ferry
Because this route runs for only part of the year and seats can sell out on popular dates, it's worth booking your ferry from Koh Ngai to Langkawi as soon as your travel dates are confirmed, particularly around the start and end of the January to April and October to December window when demand is highest. Bring a printed or digital copy of your ticket, arrive at the pier ahead of departure, and pack seasickness precautions if you're prone to it, as open-water conditions can be choppy depending on the day.
Planning the return leg? You can book your ferry from Langkawi back to Koh Ngai on the reverse route page, where the same operator, schedule and pricing information is kept up to date for the other direction.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to print my ferry ticket or is mobile ok?
You don't need to print your ticket. Your boarding voucher is in your account: open Bookings, then View trip details, and click Download PDF. On the day of travel, show the QR code on it — on your phone is fine — to the ferry operator staff at the pier named on your ticket, and they will direct you to your boat.
If you'd prefer paper, print the PDF yourself.
What happens if my ferry is cancelled due to weather?
We are sorry when weather stops a sailing. Ferries usually run in rain; speedboats are more often stopped by rough seas.
If your trip is cancelled because of weather, your booking in Bookings shows a message once our team has confirmed the cancellation. You can then either move to the next available service with Change this booking, or cancel with Cancel & refund for a full refund.
If the sailing is running but you choose not to travel, the normal cancellation policy applies.
Why is my account locked?
We lock an account for a short time after several failed sign-in attempts in a row. It is an automatic safety measure: it stops someone else guessing your password, and it happens whether or not the person typing was you.
You do not need to contact us. The lock lifts on its own — see How long am I locked out for?
What is the difference between a locked and a blocked account?
Locked is automatic and temporary. It happens after repeated failed sign-in attempts and it lifts by itself — within a minute in most cases.
Blocked is a decision made by our team, and it does not lift on its own. If your account is blocked you will need to contact us; waiting will not change it, and neither will resetting your password.
If you are not sure which applies to you, get in touch and we will tell you.
How do I unlock my account now?
Wait, and try again. Every lock lifts on its own — a minute the first time, and never more than an hour however many attempts have failed. There is nothing to click and nobody to contact.
If you have forgotten your password, do not keep guessing: each wrong attempt makes the next wait longer. Use Forgot password instead. Resetting your password gets you straight back in.
My account locked but I never tried to sign in
Then someone else was trying to sign in as you, and the lock did its job — it stopped them.
Your account is safe: a lock means the attempts failed. Nobody got in. You do not have to do anything, and the lock will lift on its own.
We would still recommend two things:
- Change your password, especially if you use the same one on another website.
- Add an authenticator app in your account security settings, so a password alone is never enough to sign in as you.
If you get these repeatedly, contact us and we will look into it.
