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Koh Tao to Phuket Destination Reviews

Jeske K

The ferry part of the trip was good, rough seas but that is out of their control. The 5 hour bus part was a different story, very disorganised at the embarking and bus safety and comfort standards below what i expected. No seat belts and very old bus that made me feel unsafe. The driver was very good.

Koh Tao to Phuket, Ferry Express, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Jul 2, 2026

Mohammad J

Excellent arrangement and staff....both bus and ferry...easy to check in and check out...amazing experience overall journey comfortable and easy

Koh Tao to Phuket, Ferry Express, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Jun 17, 2026

Robin S

Two hours delay because long wait at Surat Thani Pier and changing the bus several times. Second driver wanted extra money for Hotel drop off, but we already had paid the ticket to the Hotel.

Koh Tao to Phuket, Van Van + Speedboat, Call Me Taxi (คอลมีแท๊กซี่), Apr 5, 2026

Jean

Time pickup not indicated on the pdf ticket and waiting time at the arrival pier was too long Too many stops during the trip 2 vehicles changes for somebody Finally arrival at the hotel with 2:30 delays

Koh Tao to Phuket, Van Van + Speedboat, Call Me Taxi (คอลมีแท๊กซี่), Mar 29, 2026

Gemma R

***Not Express*** This company has a very different idea of what “express” means. Their definition of express includes multiple island layovers/ stops, changing ferries, and other delays. I have yet to have one trip with this company actually arrive on time or be a truly express trip.

Koh Tao to Phuket, Ferry Express, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Mar 29, 2026

Daniel H

Very well organized and on time

Koh Tao to Phuket, Ferry Ferry + Bus, Koh Tao Booking Center (Koh Tao Booking Center), Mar 18, 2026

Niall M

Our driver drove through the Khao Sok national park rather than traveling down the 44 main road which would have been the most direct route. There is no reason that he would need to take this route other than to make a personal stop. He did this to pick up a woman. We stopped at a petrol station and a woman got in the taxi and sat next to the driver. I assume it was his girlfriend. This journey started at 2pm and we arrived just before 8pm which caused a customer to be late for her 8pm flight. This cost her over One thousand dollars and he even refused to stop at the international departures for her. Myself and my partner were also caused financial and practical inconvenience which affected our onward journey. I am requesting a full refund for this trip. The drivers service and conduct was completely unprofessional and utterly unacceptable.

Koh Tao to Phuket, Van Van + Speedboat, Call Me Taxi (คอลมีแท๊กซี่), Feb 20, 2026

Rami M

The night ferry was good. The bus took a very long route, wasn’t comfortable much, he was delayed alot, alot of stops also. I arrived one and half hours late.

Koh Tao to Phuket, Ferry Sleeper Boat + Bus, Fame Tour (เฟมทัวร์), Feb 14, 2026

Linnea A

So easy, comfortable bus.

Koh Tao to Phuket, Ferry Express, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Feb 12, 2026

Robert M

Well the freight (call a ferry) was as close to an Indiana Jones experience as it get!

Koh Tao to Phuket, Bus Standard, Ruea Chor Maetapee, Feb 8, 2026

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Koh Tao to Phuket Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Ferry	Lomprayah	Express	07:00	15:30	$26.58	4.3
Ferry	Lomprayah	Express	09:30	18:30	$26.58	4.3
Van	Call Me Taxi	Van + Speedboat	09:30	19:30	$51.35	4.5
Ferry	Koh Tao Booking Center	Speedboat + Bus	11:00	19:30	$43.80	3.8
Ferry	Koh Tao Booking Center	Ferry + Bus	21:00	12:00	$31.72	4.0
Ferry	Fame Tour	Sleeper Boat + Bus	21:00	12:00	$31.72	4.0

How to get from Koh Tao to Phuket

Travelling between Koh Tao and Phuket is possible by Flight, bus, ferry, van and taxi. Flight+ferry guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus+ferry+van is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 159.23 if you go by flight+Ferry+Van; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a ferry+van which will set you back mere USD 47.13.

How long does it take to get from Koh Tao to Phuket?

It can take you anywhere between 3 and 16 hours to travel between Koh Tao and Phuket depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight+ferry is the fastest way to travel between Koh Tao and Phuket. Flight+ferry will bring you to your destination in 2h 50m. Bus+ferry+van does a much slower job and take about 16h to reach Phuket.

How much does it cost to get from Koh Tao to Phuket?

Travelling between Koh Tao and Phuket can be as cheap as USD 47.13 if you opt for a Call Me Taxi (คอลมีแท๊กซี่) ferry+van and as expensive as USD 159.23 if you buy a Bangkok Airways (บางกอกแอร์เวย์ส), Lomlahkkhirin (ลมหลักคิรินทร์) flight+Ferry+Van ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Koh Tao and Phuket ?

2 by Ferry+Van from Koh Tao to Phuket starting from 09:30 Koh Tao Lomprayah until 09:30 Koh Tao Lomprayah
1 by flight+Ferry+Van from Koh Tao to Phuket starting from 12:30 Mae Haad Koh Tao until 12:30 Mae Haad Koh Tao
1 from Koh Tao to Phuket starting from 09:30 Mae Haad Koh Tao until 09:30 Mae Haad Koh Tao

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Koh Tao to Phuket.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Ferry

Ferry may be a tiring experience especially if you are prone to seasickness and often is not the cheapest option available but it almost always makes for a very picturesque journey.

Things to remember: Ferry rides may be cancelled due to rough seas.

Companies operating ferry routes between Koh Tao and Phuket

Lomprayah (ลมพระยา)

What is the most popular transport to get from Koh Tao to Phuket?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus+Ferry remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

31% chosen Bus+Ferry
18% travelled aboard a ferry
17% chosen flight+Ferry
17% chosen Ferry+Bus
8% chosen taxi+Ferry
8% chosen Ferry+Van
1% Other

Transportation from Koh Tao to Phuket

Facts about the transport from Koh Tao to Phuket

Cheapest Transport	$30
Fastest Transport	2h 50m
Earliest Departure	9:30 AM
Latest Departure	9:00 PM
Departures per day	4
Distance	142 kilometers
Transport Companies	465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport, Bangkok Airways, Call Me Taxi, Fame Tour, Koh Tao Booking Center, Lomlahkkhirin, Lomprayah, Nara Travel, Pattana Tour, Ruea Chor Maetapee, Songserm

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Koh Tao to Phuket