Thailand
Chumphon → Koh Tao
The shortest sea crossing to Koh Tao: Lomprayah’s catamarans leave Thung Makham Noi Pier south of Chumphon and reach Mae Haad in 1 hour 45 minutes, with van links to Chumphon railway station and airport.
Chumphon to Koh Tao ferry at a glance
The ferry from Chumphon to Koh Tao takes 1h 30m – 2h 30m across the Gulf of Thailand, operated by Lomprayah and Boonsiri High Speed Ferries. It is a foot-passenger service; vehicles are not carried. Typical frequency: five departures daily from Chumphon: Lomprayah 05:45 ferry, 07:00 and 13:15 catamarans; Boonsiri 06:45 and 13:00 catamarans.
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 2026-09-29.
Sources: lomprayah.com · lomprayah.com · boonsiriferry.com · lomprayah.com · How we verify
Return crossing: Koh Tao to Chumphon
Lomprayah and Boonsiri High Speed Ferries also sail Koh Tao to Chumphon, taking 1h 30m – 2h 30m. From Koh Tao, Lomprayah’s catamarans leave at 10:15 (1h 30m) and 15:00 (1h 45m) and its 12:30 ferry takes 2h 30m; Boonsiri leaves at 10:00 and 14:45 (1h 45m – 2h) for its own Chumphon pier.
Chumphon to Koh Tao ferry timetable & sailing pattern
5 departures daily each way: Lomprayah 3 (2 catamarans, 1 ferry), Boonsiri 2 catamarans
Boonsiri’s times are from its timetable valid 1 October 2026 – 31 May 2027.
Published departure times
- Lomprayah from Chumphon (Thung Makham Noi): 05:45 (ferry), 07:00, 13:15 (catamaran)
- Boonsiri from Chumphon (Pak Nam pier): 06:45 (arr. 08:30), 13:00 (arr. 14:45)
- Lomprayah from Koh Tao: 10:15 (catamaran), 12:30 (ferry), 15:00 (catamaran)
- Boonsiri from Koh Tao: 10:00 (arr. 11:45), 14:45 (arr. 16:45)
Return: From Koh Tao, Lomprayah’s catamarans leave at 10:15 (1h 30m) and 15:00 (1h 45m) and its 12:30 ferry takes 2h 30m; Boonsiri leaves at 10:00 and 14:45 (1h 45m – 2h) for its own Chumphon pier.
Timetables change by season and date. Check exact departures for your travel date on the official timetable.
Official Lomprayah timetable →Check prices & book on 12Go →Source: Lomprayah Timetable 2026; Boonsiri timetable 1 Oct 2026 – 31 May 2027. Verified 2026-10-04.
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Operators on This Route
| Operator | Crossing Time | Vessels |
|---|---|---|
| Lomprayah | 1h 45m (catamaran), 2h 30m (ferry) | High-speed catamaran, Ferry |
| Boonsiri High Speed Ferries | 1h 45m – 2h (from its Pak Nam pier) | High-speed catamaran |
Route Features
Vehicles
Foot passengers only
Foot Passengers
Walk-on passengers welcome
Pets
No pet facilities
Distance
38 nautical miles
Getting There & Onward Transport
- Lomprayah runs bus/van transfers between Thung Makham Noi Pier and Chumphon railway station and Chumphon airport
- Lomprayah also sells through tickets with a Chumphon city-hotel pick-up (05:45 and 11:45 van departures)
Tips for the Chumphon to Koh Tao Crossing
- Lomprayah’s timetable sells combined boat + bus/van tickets to Chumphon railway station, Surat Thani, Hua Hin and Bangkok from the same islands.