How to Get From Bangkok to Koh Phi Phi

When taking the Phuket bus route from Bangkok to Koh Phi Phi, you take a bus from Bangkok to Phuket Bus Terminal, transfer to a taxi to Rassada Pier, and then take a boat to Koh Phi Phi.

This combined bus and ferry journey takes 13-21h.

This bus ride from Bangkok to Phuket is 12-18h long. We suggest travelling late in the afternoon or at night so you can sleep along the way. Fares start at $25 (830 THB) for an express bus.

Looking for a more comfortable ride? You can always opt for a VIP bus, with rates starting at $37 (1,220 THB). Read our article on how to go from Bangkok to Phuket for more details.

Buses bound for Phuket have two departure points in Bangkok: the Southern Bus Terminal and Mochit Bus Terminal. Both bus stations are about 10 km from Bangkok city centre, around 20-30 minutes by taxi.

In Phuket, there are also two arrival points: Phuket Terminal 2 and Thalang. Phuket Terminal 2 is closer to Rassada Pier, a 20-minute taxi ride costs about $4.50 (150 THB). From Thalang District, it’s a 35-minute journey to the pier with fares from $10 (335 THB).

If your ferry is departing from other ports like Sea Angel, Yamu, Chean Vanich, or Bang Rong Pier, you can also get there by taxi or tuk-tuk from the bus terminal.

The earliest ferry from Rassada Pier to Koh Phi Phi departs at 08:30 and the latest at 15:30. Make sure to check the schedule before so you don’t miss the last ferry!

Tickets for this ferry from Phuket to Koh Phi Phi start from $14 (455 THB). Be sure to book the correct ferry because there are designated piers in Koh Phi Phi. Although most will dock at Tonsai Pier, some dock at Laem Tong Pier.

If your bus arrives on time, you will be in Krabi early in the morning. That means you’ll have some time to have breakfast and maybe even walk around. The earliest ferry from Klong Jilad Pier to Koh Phi Phi does not depart until 09:00.

The ferry ride takes about 45m - 3h and ticket prices start from $11 (355 THB).

From Phuket Airport, the best way to get to the pier is by taxi, especially when you’re travelling in a group.

Most ferries to Koh Phi Phi depart from Rassada Pier, but there are also departures from Sea Angel, Yamu, and Bang Rong Piers.

Taxis from Phuket Airport are metered and as long as you get your ride at the official taxi stand, you can expect a fair price going to Rassada Pier. That’s about $23 (750 THB). It’s worth noting, though, that Phuket taxis are quite small — just big enough for two passengers with large pieces of luggage.

If you want a bigger car, consider booking your taxi online through BookAway, with fares from $24 (780 THB) for a 3-seater vehicle.

You can also try hailing a taxi through Grab, which is now allowed to pick up passengers from Phuket Airport, according to Bangkok Post. Grab rates should be cheaper than airport taxi rates.

Alternative: Bus + Taxi from Phuket Airport to Rassada Pier

When travelling solo, a cheaper option is to ride the airport bus to the Phuket Bus Terminal 1. This costs $3.60 (120 THB) and takes around 1-1.5 hours.

Once at the bus terminal, you can hail a tuk-tuk, taxi, or book a Grab taxi to Rassada Pier. Grab rates start at $2.90 (95 THB) for the 10-minute ride.

If you’re travelling light, there’s also an option to take a motorbike taxi with fares from $2.40 – $3 (80 – 100 THB).

The ferry ride to Koh Phi Phi takes about 1-2 hours and prices start at $12 (380 THB).

You can also opt for a speedboat, which is a bit more expensive but much faster. Although if you are prone to seasickness, the speedboat probably isn’t a good idea. A speedboat ride takes about 1 hour and ticket prices start from $19 (610 THB).

For ferry schedules and more info, read our detailed guide on how to get from Phuket to Koh Phi Phi.

Alternative: Combined minivan & ferry from Phuket Airport to Koh Phi Phi

If you want a comfortable ride from Phuket Airport to Koh Phi Phi, you can check on BookAway for a combined ferry and minivan ticket. Some of the companies offering this option are Call Me Taxi Thailand and Seatran Travel and Tour.

Organising the van and ferry trips from Phuket Airport to Koh Phi Phi independently will cost you around $19 (630 THB) per person.

Booking combined tickets, on the other hand, will cost at least $28 (920 THB) — more expensive, but also more convenient because you won’t have to worry about the transfers.

Most ferries bound for Koh Phi Phi depart from Krabi’s Klong Jilad Pier.

From Krabi Airport, the best way to get to Klong Jilad Pier is riding a minivan, which takes around 40 minutes. You can find one at the airport or you can book one beforehand through BookAway. A minivan ticket costs $5.10 (170 THB).

When travelling in a group, you may be able to save some money by taking a private transfer. Prices start from $16 (540 THB) for a car that can fit 9 people.

NOTE: There are other piers in Krabi where you can get a ferry going to Koh Phi Phi. These are Nopparat Thara Pier and East Railay. When heading to these ports, you can also catch a shuttle van or taxi from Krabi Airport.

There are several boat companies operating the Krabi-Koh Phi Phi route from Klong Jilad Pier. Both ferries and speedboats are available.

Ferries are bigger, slower and cheaper — with fares from $12 (405 THB). If you’re not prone to motion sickness and prefer to go fast, a speedboat ticket costs around $28 (920 THB).

Travel time from Krabi to Koh Phi Phi is about 1-2h with a ferry and 1 hour with a speedboat.