The cheapest and fastest ferries from Bangkok to Ko Tao
Cheapest price
$61
Average price
$61
Fastest journey
9 h 15 m
Average duration
10 h 45 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
413 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Bangkok to Ko Tao is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bangkok to Ko Tao will cost around $61 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only $61.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Bangkok for Ko Tao every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, 21 Dec the direct ferries cover the 413 km distance in an average of 10 h 45 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 9 h 15 m .
The slowest ferries will take 11 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Lomprayah High Speed Ferries
Lomprayah High Speed Ferries
Lomprayah High Speed Ferries
Lomprayah High Speed Ferries
Lomprayah High Speed Ferries
Lomprayah High Speed FerriesTravel Information
Compare ferry, coach and flight for Bangkok to Ko Tao
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Bangkok to Ko Tao among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $31. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $31, and a ferry costs an average of $51.
Distance: 223 nautical miles (413 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Flight | Coach |
|---|---|---|
$52 Average Price | $45 Average Price Cheapest | $48 Average Price |
11h 56m Average total duration 10h 56m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 12h 15m Average total duration 11h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Bangkok to Ko Tao Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Lomprayah High Speed Ferries | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 11h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun |
Operator Lomprayah High Speed Ferries | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 11h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun |
Operator Lomprayah High Speed Ferries | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 9h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun |
Live departures
Bangkok to Ko Tao ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Bangkok to Ko Tao ferries for today, Saturday, 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Lomprayah High Speed Ferries | 2:30 pm Phra Arthit | 11h15 | 1:45 am Koh Tao | 0 changesdirect | |
Lomprayah High Speed Ferries | 11:00 pm Phra Arthit | 9h15 | 8:15 am Koh Tao | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday, 21 December | |||||
Lomprayah High Speed Ferries | 2:00 pm Bangkok | 11h45 | 1:45 am Koh Tao | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Bangkok to Ko Tao
Ferries from Bangkok to Ko Tao run on average 4 times per day, taking around 10h 56m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $51 but you can travel from only $31 by flight.
There are 4 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 06:00, the last at 21:30. The fastest ferry covers the 223 nautical miles (413 km) distance in 4h 45m. There are 18 sailings per week.


Distance 223 nautical miles (413 km) |
Average sailing duration 10h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 |
Ferries per day 4 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 18 |
Fastest ferry 4h 45m |
First ferry 06:00 |
Last ferry 21:30 |
Ferry operators: Lomprayah High Speed Ferries, Boonsiri Ferry from Bangkok to Ko TaoYou can travel by ferry between Bangkok to Ko Tao with Lomprayah High Speed Ferries, Boonsiri Ferry for as low as $31. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Lomprayah High Speed Ferries
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FAQs: Bangkok to Ko Tao ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bangkok to Ko Tao by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ko Tao, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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