Koh Phangan Cultural Museum
Small cultural museum presenting local history, traditional objects, and island heritage within the temple grounds.
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Koh Tao (Island) to Koh Phangan is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Koh Tao (Island) to Koh Phangan will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only £14.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 3 ferries from Koh Tao (Island) to Koh Phangan, including 3 direct services.
On Mon 02 Nov the direct ferries cover the 43 km distance in an average of 1 h 8 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 50 m .
The slowest ferries will take 1 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.
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Ferries from Koh Tao (Island) to Koh Phangan run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 07:05, the last at 16:45. The fastest ferry covers the 23 nautical miles (43 km) distance in 45m. There are 1 sailings per week.



Distance 23 nautical miles (43 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 1 |
Fastest ferry 45m |
First ferry 7:05 |
Last ferry 16:45 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Koh Tao (Island) to Koh Phangan.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Songserm | Departure Time 02:30 | Arrival time 04:15 | Duration 1h45 | Sailing Days tue, wed, fri, sat |
Operator Lomprayah High Speed Ferries | Departure Time 09:30 | Arrival time 11:10 | Duration 1h40 | Sailing Days tue, wed, sat |
Operator Songserm | Departure Time 12:30 | Arrival time 13:20 | Duration 0h50 | Sailing Days mon, thu, sun |
Operator Boonsiri High Speed Ferries | Departure Time 08:30 | Arrival time 09:45 | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days thu |
Operator Songserm | Departure Time 11:30 | Arrival time 12:20 | Duration 0h50 | Sailing Days mon, thu, sun |
Operator Songserm | Departure Time 09:30 | Arrival time 11:15 | Duration 1h45 | Sailing Days mon, thu, sun |
Operator Boonsiri High Speed Ferries | Departure Time 15:30 | Arrival time 16:45 | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days thu |
Operator Boonsiri High Speed Ferries | Departure Time 09:15 | Arrival time 10:30 | Duration 1h15 | Sailing Days thu |
The table below shows live departures for Koh Tao (Island) to Koh Phangan ferries for tomorrow, Monday 2 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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Songserm | 9:30 Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) | 1h45 | 11:15 Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier) | 0 changesdirect | |
Songserm | 11:30 Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) | 0h50 | 12:20 Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier) | 0 changesdirect | |
Songserm | 12:30 Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) | 0h50 | 13:20 Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Small cultural museum presenting local history, traditional objects, and island heritage within the temple grounds.
Temple collection with historic religious items and displays that help explain local Buddhist traditions on the island.
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Famous beach area with soft sand, swimming, and lively surroundings, especially known for its broad crescent bay.
Main town area for ferry arrivals, shopping, markets, and everyday island life, useful beyond the beaches.
Southern Thai sour curry with fish and turmeric. A fiery island staple, usually made without coconut milk for a sharp, peppery flavour.
Stir-fried squid with salted egg yolk. Popular in Gulf islands for fresh seafood and a rich, savoury sauce.
Clear spicy soup of prawns, lemongrass, galangal and lime leaves. A classic Thai dish widely eaten on the island.
Refined Thai dining in a stylish setting, known for southern flavours, quality ingredients and sunset views by the sea.
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Moderate for Thai islands: rooms and dining rise in peak season, but local food, scooters and songthaews keep daily costs manageable.
Tipping is modest. Round up taxis and cafés, and leave about 5-10% in restaurants if no service charge is added.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Koh Tao (Island) to Koh Phangan 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 Koh Phangan, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Koh Tao (Island) to Koh Phangan ferries use the Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) to Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier) port pair. Use this guide to compare Koh Tao (Island) and Koh Phangan ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
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