How to get from Koh Lanta to Langkawi
Why visit Langkawi?
Langkawi is an archipelago of 99 islands off the northwest coast of Malaysia. Its biggest island — also called Langkawi — is dotted with white-sand beaches and jungle-clad hills. Far from a quiet retreat (it is bustling with duty-free outlets), Langkawi does still offer some natural wonders and vibrant diving spots.
The so-called “Jewel of Kedah” is an ideal place to go island-hopping, submerge yourself in waterfalls and get lost in rice fields. All of which can be seen from the Langkawi Sky Bridge. A little tip, though: go early in the morning or you’ll be sharing this view with lots of other tourists exploring Langkawi!
How to get from Koh Lanta to Langkawi?
The ferry is the only suitable way for travellers to cross the distance of 160 kilometre (99 miles) from Koh Lanta to Langkawi. The journey takes around 7 hours 30 minutes to 8 hours, and ticket prices start from 370 MYR ($91).
Koh Lanta to Langkawi by Ferry
Tigerline and Satun Pakbara each offer 1 trip daily from Koh Lanta to Langkawi. Fares start from 370 MYR ($91) when you book on BookAway and travel time is 7 hours 30 minutes to 8 hours.
Ferry schedules from Koh Lanta to Langkawi
The ferries dock at Telaga Harbour, located 15 km north of the tourist hub of Pantai Cenang. From here, you can take a 20-minute taxi to your hotel for around 30 MYR ($7.40).
If you’re alone and looking for cheaper rates, shared taxis are often available around Langkawi’s ports.
Customs & Immigration
After 2.5 to 3 hours of your journey from Koh Lanta to Langkawi, your ferry will stop at Koh Lipe for customs and immigration. You are to give your passport to your ferry captain or to the immigration officers for processing. After which, they will tell you what time you can get your passport back.
In the meantime, you can have a late lunch at one of the beachside restos or enjoy the island’s beautiful turquoise waters. Just make sure you don’t go too far!
You and your fellow passengers will be gathered at the beach when it’s time to head back to the ferry.
In Langkawi, the customs and immigrations office is located at the port. You will be screened as soon as you get off the ferry. Most nationalities don’t need a visa to enter the country. You just need to have your passport stamped into Malaysia.
Rounding it up
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Frequently Asked Questions about Koh Lanta to Langkawi
What is the distance from Koh Lanta to Langkawi?
The distance from Koh Lanta to Langkawi is 160 kilometre (99 miles).
What is the fastest way to get from Koh Lanta to Langkawi?
The fastest way to get from Koh Lanta to Langkawi is by ferry and takes 7 hours 30 minutes.
What is the cheapest way to get from Koh Lanta to Langkawi?
The cheapest way to get from Koh Lanta to Langkawi is by ferry with ticket costs starting from 370 MYR ($91).
Ela is a storyteller, content producer, solo traveller and a mermaid-in-training. When she’s not in front of her laptop, you will find her barefoot and living her best tan on some island in the Philippines… Or exploring the depths of its seas as a budding freediver. An island girl at heart, she’ll be happy anywhere there is sea, sand, sun and coffee.
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