Koh Phi Phi to Bangkok: Compare Routes, Times & Book Tickets
How to get from Koh Phi Phi to Bangkok
Ferry and Bus from Koh Phi Phi to Bangkok
There is no direct ferry between Koh Phi Phi and Bangkok — the two are connected by a combined ferry-and-bus (or ferry-and-van) ticket that crosses to the mainland before continuing overland. This route runs only during selected months of the year, since sea conditions outside that window make the Andaman crossing unreliable. If you are travelling outside the season, book the ferry leg only as far as the mainland and continue to Bangkok by bus, van or flight, or check the Bangkok to Koh Phi Phi return schedule for year-round alternatives departing from the mainland side.
Route, duration and price
Boats leave Koh Phi Phi from Tonsai Pier and cross to Krabi Passenger Port on the mainland, where passengers transfer to a the available transport for the road journey into Bangkok. Total journey time is the scheduled journey time, and fares start from our online fares per person for the combined ticket. Because the crossing and the road transfer are timed to connect, book both legs together rather than separately to avoid a long wait at Krabi.
Operators, schedule and facilities
our transport partners operates this route, with regular departures available during the season. Onboard and onward facilities include onboard facilities, and seats on the connecting coach or van are allocated automatically when you book the through-ticket, so there is no need to arrange the mainland transfer separately. For travellers who want to break the journey, the Koh Phi Phi to Krabi ferry schedule covers the sea crossing on its own, with onward travel to Bangkok arranged separately from Krabi Town.
Departure and arrival points
Departure is from Tonsai Pier on Koh Phi Phi, the island's main ferry pier and the starting point for all boats to the mainland. After landing at Krabi Passenger Port, the road transfer continues directly into Bangkok; check your booking confirmation for the exact drop-off point, as this can vary by operator. Travellers connecting onward from the capital can also read the Bangkok travel guide for transport links around the city.
Booking this route
Because sailings are limited to selected months of the year and demand is high in high season, book your Koh Phi Phi to Bangkok ticket in advance to secure your preferred departure and guarantee a connecting seat on the mainland transfer. Prices, exact departure times and the number of daily departures are shown on the booking page and update automatically as operators adjust their schedules, so check there for the most current options before you travel.
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.
