Koh Tao to Koh Phangan Ferry — Schedules, Prices & Online Booking

Book Koh Tao (Mae Haad) → Koh Phangan (Thong Sala)

Search available departures, compare operators, and book securely online. Prices from ฿450.

About This Route

The Koh Tao to Koh Phangan ferry is perfect for divers and snorkelers heading to Phangan for the Full Moon Party, or continuing their Gulf Islands adventure. The crossing takes about 1 hour on modern high-speed catamarans. Departing from Mae Haad Pier on Koh Tao's west coast, the ferries arrive at Thong Sala Pier, Koh Phangan's main transport hub. From Thong Sala, shared taxis and songthaews connect to all major beaches including Haad Rin (Full Moon Party beach). This is one of the most scenic ferry routes in southern Thailand, with open-sea views and the chance to spot flying fish and dolphins during the crossing.

Perfect for Full Moon Party goers

Scenic 1-hour open-sea crossing

Easy transport connections from Thong Sala

Chance to spot marine wildlife

Frequently Asked Questions

Shared songthaews (open-air taxis) run from Thong Sala Pier to Haad Rin, taking about 30 minutes and costing ฿100–150. Private taxis are also available (฿300–500). During Full Moon Party, transport runs all night.

Yes, and we strongly recommend it! Especially around Full Moon Party dates, return ferries from Phangan fill up fast. Book your return trip when you book your outbound to ensure you get your preferred time.

Both operate modern catamarans. Lomprayah is generally slightly faster and offers more departure times. Seatran Discovery has slightly larger boats and is sometimes marginally cheaper. Both are safe and reliable.

~1h · Lomprayah, Seatran Discovery

฿450

Koh Tao (Mae Haad)→Koh Samui (Nathon)

~1.5h · Lomprayah, Seatran Discovery

฿600

Koh Phangan (Thong Sala)→Koh Samui (Nathon)

~30min · Lomprayah, Seatran Discovery, Raja Ferry

฿220