Koh Tao to Phang Nga: Tickets, Schedules & Booking
How to get from Tao Island to Phang Nga
Koh Tao to Phang Nga: Ferry and Onward Transport
Travelling from Tao Island to Phang Nga means crossing Thailand from the Gulf coast to the Andaman coast, so there is no single direct ferry pier-to-pier. The journey is completed as a combined ferry-and-land transfer, and it only operates during selected months of the year, when boat schedules on both coasts align with demand. Outside these months, book a route via a mainland hub instead, or check back closer to the season for updated departures.
Route Overview: Gulf to Andaman Coast
Koh Tao sits in the Gulf of Thailand, off Chumphon and Surat Thani provinces, while Phang Nga lies on the Andaman coast near Phuket and Krabi. Most itineraries start with a the available transport ferry off Koh Tao to the mainland pier at Chumphon or Surat Thani, followed by a road transfer across the peninsula to Phang Nga, sometimes routed via Phuket or Khao Lak. This makes Chumphon and Surat Thani the key gateway towns on the Gulf side, and Phuket the main connecting hub on the Andaman side.
Operators and Journey Time
our transport partners operates this route, running regular departures during selected months of the year. Total journey time is approximately the scheduled journey time, which covers both the sea crossing and the overland transfer, so it runs noticeably longer than a same-coast hop. Onboard facilities include onboard facilities, and exact departure times vary by leg and by operator, so always confirm the full schedule at checkout rather than assuming a fixed timetable.
Departure and Arrival Points
Departure is from the Koh Tao pier, with the mainland connection typically made at Chumphon or Surat Thani before continuing overland to Phang Nga town or a nearby transfer point. Because the route involves a pier change partway through, double-check your confirmed departure pier when booking, particularly during the shoulder weeks of selected months of the year.
Prices and Booking
Fares for this route start from our online fares, covering the full ferry-and-transfer combination rather than a single boat ticket. Prices can vary by operator, vehicle class, and how far in advance you book, so use the live fare shown at checkout for the exact amount on your travel date. Book your Koh Tao to Phang Nga transfer now to lock in your preferred departure before seats fill up in peak weeks.
For the return leg, see the Phang Nga to Koh Tao ferry and transfer route. If you are travelling outside selected months of the year, consider connecting instead through Koh Tao's other ferry routes or via Phang Nga's Andaman-coast connections to Phuket and Krabi.
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.
