Phuket Town - Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier)
Ferries to Koh Tao Island
Phuket Town - Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier)
Ferries to Koh Tao Island
Lomprayah High Speed Ferries provides the ferry from Phuket Town to Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier). Phuket Town Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) ferries cost between 44€ and 185€, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Phuket Town Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) ferries.
The first Phuket Town Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) ferry typically departs from Phuket Town at around 07:00. The last ferry usually departs at 09:30.
The Phuket Town Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) ferry trip can take around 8 hours 15 minutes. The fastest sailings are approximately 7 hours 15 minutes. Sailing times can vary between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.
There is 13 weekly sailings from Phuket Town to Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) provided by Lomprayah High Speed Ferries. Timetables can change from season to season.
Phuket Town Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) ferry prices typically range between 44€* and 185€*. The average price is typically 90€*. The cheapest Phuket Town Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) ferry prices start from 44€*. The average price for a foot passenger is 90€*.
Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated 1 March 2026.
The distance between Phuket Town to Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) is approximately 101.5 miles (163.3km) or 88.2 nautical miles.
No, ferry operators currently do not allow cars to travel on sailings between Phuket Town and Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier).
No, currently ferry operators do not allow foot passengers to sail between Phuket Town and Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier).
Pets are currently not allowed on board the ferries from Phuket Town to Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier).
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Koh Tao is located off the east coast of Thailand, neighbouring the islands of Koh Phangan and Koh Samui. The port remains one of the busier areas of Koh Tao; there are cafes close to the port and it remains a hub of activity throughout the day with many ferry routes to nearby islands and tourist destinations. Away from the pier, the island is renowned for being particularly clean – any rubbish that can’t be burned must leave the island, making it tricky for visitors with upcoming departures. There are no waste disposal workers on Koh Tao, therefore it is important not to waste the limited resources of the island. As opposed to many of the popular tourist areas of Thailand, Koh Tao isn’t geared towards backpackers and travellers on a budget; the desired clientele is primarily those who have a keen interest in diving and want to take advantage of the excellent diving and snorkelling opportunities. For those not keen on water sport adventures, the beaches across the island boast white sands next to azure seas, creating the idyllic setting for a relaxing holiday. To travel around the island, most tourists rent a motorcycle for the duration of their stay. It is advised to be careful whilst on the roads, most of them are basic and bumpy and although the lack of traffic makes serious accidents rare, there have been known injuries. There are rental shops within a few minutes of the port, though it is important to use official stores to avoid scammers.
