Koh Bulon to Koh Lipe Speedboat & Ferry Guide
- Crossing time 4h–4h 30m
- Operators 2
- Departures a day 1
This route sails Jan to May and Oct to Dec.
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2,240+ THB
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How to get from Koh Phi Phi to Koh Lipe
Koh Phi Phi to Koh Lipe: Ferry and Speedboat Travel
Traveling from Koh Phi Phi to Koh Lipe links one of Thailand's most photographed islands with the quieter reef island of Koh Lipe near the Malaysian border. This crossing is seasonal, operating January to May and October to December. If you are searching for this route outside those months, boats are not running, so plan around the season or look at connecting via Koh Lanta or Trang instead.
Transport Options and Operators
The Koh Phi Phi to Koh Lipe route is currently served by Bundhaya Speed Boat and Satun Pakbara Speed Boat Club, running a speed boat. On board, travelers can expect onboard facilities. Since there is no road or rail link between these islands, speedboat and ferry transfer is the only practical way to make this journey, and both islands are reached by pier only.
Journey Duration and Price
- Duration: the scheduled journey time
- Price: from ฿2,240 per person, one way
- Frequency: 2 departures while the route is running
Exact clock times vary by operator and by day, so always check the live timetable shown on this page when you book rather than relying on a fixed departure time.
Departure and Arrival Points
Boats leave from the main pier on Koh Phi Phi and arrive at the pier on Koh Lipe, where longtail transfers connect to the island's beaches and resorts. Because Koh Phi Phi sits in Krabi province and Koh Lipe in Satun province, allow extra time at both ends for pier check-in and luggage handling, particularly in the busier months of the season.
Traveling Outside the Season
Direct boats between these two islands pause once the season ends and resume the following year. Travelers heading to Koh Lipe outside these months typically connect via Koh Lanta, Trang, or Pak Bara and continue from there, since no operator currently runs this exact crossing year-round.
Book Your Crossing
To check live availability and reserve a seat, use the booking form on this page for your Koh Phi Phi to Koh Lipe crossing. If you also need the return leg, book the Koh Lipe to Koh Phi Phi ferry at the same time, as seats on the most convenient departures can sell out during peak season.
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.
