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Phuket to Koh Phangan: Bus & Ferry Guide

Key facts
  • Crossing time 7h–10h
  • Operators 3
  • Departures a day 4
Sailing season This route sails all year round.

860+ THB

From Phuket to Koh Phangan

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Ferry from Phuket to Koh Phangan

Travelling from Phuket to Phangan Island is a popular way to connect Thailand's Andaman coast with the Gulf islands off Surat Thani. The crossing typically takes around the scheduled journey time, though the exact duration depends on the operator and on how many stops the service makes along the way.

Lomprayah High Speed Ferries Co., Ltd. and Phantip 1970 Co., Ltd operates this connection, using several transport options for the crossing. On board, travellers can expect facilities such as onboard facilities, which help make the longer sailing more comfortable. Fares start from ฿860 per person, with the final price varying by seat class, luggage allowance, and how far in advance the ticket is booked.

Schedule and Departures

There are 3 running on this route, giving some flexibility when planning a trip. Phuket to Koh Phangan is not usually a single direct crossing; most journeys connect through Koh Samui or the mainland pier at Donsak rather than sailing straight between the two islands. Exact departure and arrival times differ between operators and by season, so it is worth checking the live schedule shown on this page when you book, since sailings can shift with weather conditions or seasonal demand rather than following one fixed timetable.

This route runs all year round, though services can occasionally be delayed or rescheduled during rough weather in the Gulf of Thailand. Travellers with a tight onward connection, such as a flight from Surat Thani or Koh Samui, should build in some spare time in case of delays.

Departure and Arrival Points

Boats depart from Phuket's ferry piers and arrive at Thong Sala pier on Koh Phangan, the island's main gateway for ferry traffic. Onward transport to Haad Rin, Chaloklum, or other parts of the island is normally available at the pier, either as a metered taxi or as part of a combined through-ticket.

Booking Your Ferry Ticket

Seats can sell out quickly around full moon party dates and other peak periods, so booking a Phuket to Phangan Island ferry ticket ahead of time is recommended, especially in high season. Choose a departure date and time above to see live prices and seat availability, and confirm the booking online in a few steps.

Planning a return trip too? You can book the ferry from Koh Phangan back to Phuket using the same simple booking process, with prices and schedules shown the same way.

FAQ

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.

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