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Ao Nang → Koh Yao Yai

Bundhaya Speed Boat runs a seasonal speedboat from Ao Nang to Koh Yao Yai: 10:30 → 11:50, 15:00 → 15:50 (50m – 1h 20m) in November and December 2026. Bundhaya lists it for 15 October – 20 May and 1 November – 4 May. Its boats also call at Manoh Pier on Koh Yao Noi, a separate stop across the channel.

⏱ 50m – 1h 20m (return 50m)🚢 1 operator📅 Bundhaya speedboat, 2 boats a day from Ao Nang in the high season
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Ao Nang to Koh Yao Yai ferry at a glance

The ferry from Ao Nang to Koh Yao Yai takes 50m – 1h 20m (return 50m) across the Andaman Sea, operated by Bundhaya Speed Boat. It is a foot-passenger service; vehicles are not carried. Typical frequency: bundhaya speedboat, 2 boats a day from Ao Nang 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 2026-10-26.

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Return crossing: Koh Yao Yai to Ao Nang

Bundhaya Speed Boat also sails Koh Yao Yai to Ao Nang, taking 50m – 1h 20m (return 50m). Koh Yao Yai → Ao Nang: 09:20 → 10:10, 12:10 → 13:00 (50m), 650 THB, listed for 15 October – 4 May and 1 November – 4 May.

Ao Nang to Koh Yao Yai ferry timetable & sailing pattern

Seasonal (15 October – 20 May and 1 November – 4 May): 2 boats a day

Bundhaya lists Ao Nang → Koh Yao Yai for 15 October – 20 May and 1 November – 4 May and the return for 15 October – 4 May and 1 November – 4 May.

Published departure times

  • Ao Nang → Koh Yao Yai: 10:30 → 11:50, 15:00 → 15:50 (5 Nov and 10 Dec 2026)
  • Koh Yao Yai → Ao Nang: 09:20 → 10:10, 12:10 → 13:00 (5 Nov and 10 Dec 2026)

Return: Koh Yao Yai → Ao Nang: 09:20 → 10:10, 12:10 → 13:00 (50m), 650 THB, listed for 15 October – 4 May and 1 November – 4 May.

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

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Source: Bundhaya Speed Boat booking timetable (operator site). Verified 2026-10-26.

Maritime Crossing Route Map

Interactive sea passage between Ao Nang and Koh Yao Yai

📐 14 Nautical Miles
Ao Nang⇄Koh Yao Yai
⏱ 50m – 1h 20m (return 50m) · 📐 14 nm
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Operators on This Route

OperatorCrossing TimeVessels
Bundhaya Speed Boat50m – 1h 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

14 nautical miles

Getting There & Onward Transport

  • The same Bundhaya boats call at Manoh Pier on Koh Yao Noi, about 2.7 km away across the channel; check which pier your ticket names
  • Bundhaya’s island-hopping line links Ao Nang and Koh Yao Yai with Phuket, Phi Phi, Koh Lanta, Ao Nang, Railay, Koh Lipe and the Trang islands

Tips for the Ao Nang to Koh Yao Yai Crossing

  • Koh Yao Yai (Klong Hia Pier) and Koh Yao Noi (Manoh Pier) are separate stops about 2.7 km apart across the channel, often served by the same Bundhaya boat a few minutes apart. Check that your ticket names the right island.
  • 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the boat from Ao Nang to Koh Yao Yai take?
50m – 1h 20m. Bundhaya’s speedboats leave Ao Nang at 10:30 and 15:00 (10:30 → 11:50, 15:00 → 15:50, 5 November and 10 December 2026).
When does the Ao Nang to Koh Yao Yai speedboat run?
Bundhaya lists it for 15 October – 20 May and 1 November – 4 May, 2 boats 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 Yao Yai?
Bundhaya’s booking system shows 650 THB per adult for November and December 2026, bought direct from the operator. Prices on partner sites such as 12Go can differ.
How often does the Ao Nang to Koh Yao Yai ferry sail?
Seasonal (15 October – 20 May and 1 November – 4 May): 2 boats a day. Bundhaya lists Ao Nang → Koh Yao Yai for 15 October – 20 May and 1 November – 4 May and the return for 15 October – 4 May and 1 November – 4 May. This is the pattern published in the Bundhaya Speed Boat booking timetable (operator site) (checked 2026-10-26); confirm exact departure times on the official timetable before you travel.
Which ferry companies sail from Ao Nang to Koh Yao Yai?
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 to Koh Yao Yai 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 to Koh Yao Yai 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 to Koh Yao Yai 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 from Koh Yao Yai by ferry?
The sea crossing is about 14 nautical miles (roughly 26 km).