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Ao Nang (Krabi) → Koh Lipe

Bundhaya Speed Boat runs a seasonal speedboat from Nopparat Thara Pier at Ao Nang to Koh Lipe, taking about 5 hours 20 minutes. In the high season there is one boat a day (10:10), and the service runs from 1 November each year.

Ao Nang (Krabi) to Koh Lipe ferry at a glance

The ferry from Ao Nang (Krabi) to Koh Lipe takes About 5h 20m across the Andaman Sea, operated by Bundhaya Speed Boat. It is a foot-passenger service; vehicles are not carried. Typical frequency: bundhaya speedboat, 1 a day each way in the high season.

Crossing times and frequencies are typical figures and vary by season. Confirm the current timetable with the operator or booking partner before you travel. Route facts last reviewed 2026-10-08.

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Return crossing: Koh Lipe to Ao Nang (Krabi)

Bundhaya Speed Boat also sails Koh Lipe to Ao Nang (Krabi), taking About 5h 20m. Koh Lipe → Ao Nang: 09:00 → 15:00 on 10 December 2026 (about 6 hours).

Ao Nang (Krabi) to Koh Lipe ferry timetable & sailing pattern

Seasonal (1 November – 4 May): 1 speedboat a day in December

Bundhaya lists Ao Nang → Koh Lipe for 1 November – 4 May and the return for 1 November – 20 May.

Published departure times

  • Ao Nang → Koh Lipe: 10:10 → 15:30 (10 Dec 2026)
  • Koh Lipe → Ao Nang: 09:00 → 15:00 (10 Dec 2026)

Return: Koh Lipe → Ao Nang: 09:00 → 15:00 on 10 December 2026 (about 6 hours).

Timetables change by season and date. Check exact departures for your travel date on the official timetable.

Official Bundhaya Speed Boat timetable →Check prices & book on 12Go →

Source: Bundhaya Speed Boat booking timetable (operator site). Verified 2026-10-08.

Maritime Crossing Route Map

Interactive sea passage between Ao Nang (Krabi) and Koh Lipe

📐 98 Nautical Miles
Ao Nang (Krabi)⇄Koh Lipe
⏱ About 5h 20m · 📐 98 nm
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Operators on This Route

OperatorCrossing TimeVessels
Bundhaya Speed Boat5h 20mSpeedboat

Route Features

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Vehicles

Foot passengers only

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Foot Passengers

Walk-on passengers welcome

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Pets

No pet facilities

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Distance

98 nautical miles

Getting There & Onward Transport

  • On Koh Lipe, boats arrive at Pattaya Beach

Tips for the Ao Nang (Krabi) to Koh Lipe Crossing

  • Bundhaya’s island-hopping routes are seasonal: most start between 15 October and 1 November and stop in early or late May, and they disappear from its booking search outside those dates.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the boat from Ao Nang to Koh Lipe take?
About 5 hours 20 minutes. On 10 December 2026 Bundhaya’s speedboat leaves at 10:10 (arriving 15:30).
When does the Ao Nang to Koh Lipe speedboat run?
Bundhaya lists it for 1 November – 4 May. There were no sailings on 20 October 2026; in December there is one boat a day. Outside its season the route does not appear in Bundhaya’s booking search.
How much is the speedboat from Ao Nang to Koh Lipe?
Bundhaya’s booking system shows 2,400 THB per adult for 10 December 2026, bought direct from the operator. Prices on partner sites such as 12Go can differ.
How often does the Ao Nang (Krabi) to Koh Lipe ferry sail?
Seasonal (1 November – 4 May): 1 speedboat a day in December. Bundhaya lists Ao Nang → Koh Lipe for 1 November – 4 May and the return for 1 November – 20 May. This is the pattern published in the Bundhaya Speed Boat booking timetable (operator site) (checked 2026-10-08); confirm exact departure times on the official timetable before you travel.
Which ferry companies sail from Ao Nang (Krabi) to Koh Lipe?
Bundhaya Speed Boat operates this route. Compare sailing times and ticket types before booking, as they often differ between operators.
Can I take my car on the Ao Nang (Krabi) to Koh Lipe ferry?
No. This is a foot-passenger service and vehicles are not carried. Use parking near the departure pier or public transport to reach it.
Can I take the Ao Nang (Krabi) to Koh Lipe ferry as a foot passenger?
Yes. Foot passengers can travel on this route. Allow time to reach the passenger terminal and check the operator’s check-in closing time.
Are dogs and pets allowed on the Ao Nang (Krabi) to Koh Lipe ferry?
This route has no dedicated pet facilities. Assistance dogs are normally carried, but confirm with the operator before travelling.
How far is Ao Nang (Krabi) from Koh Lipe by ferry?
The sea crossing is about 98 nautical miles (roughly 181 km).