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Koh Lanta → Railay (Krabi)

Bundhaya’s speedboat links Saladan on Koh Lanta with the floating pier at Railay East in about 70 minutes, avoiding the van and car-ferry journey via Krabi.

Koh Lanta to Railay (Krabi) ferry at a glance

The ferry from Koh Lanta to Railay (Krabi) takes About 1h 10m across the Andaman Sea, operated by Bundhaya Speed Boat. It is a foot-passenger service; vehicles are not carried. Typical frequency: railay → Lanta all year; Lanta → Railay in Bundhaya’s listed seasons.

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 2026-10-04.

Sources: bundhayaspeedboat.com · bundhayaspeedboat.com · How we verify

Return crossing: Railay (Krabi) to Koh Lanta

Bundhaya Speed Boat also sails Railay (Krabi) to Koh Lanta, taking About 1h 30m. Railay to Koh Lanta runs all year: 10:30 in the green season, and 10:30, 13:20 and 15:00 in the high season, each about 1h 10m.

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Koh Lanta to Railay (Krabi) ferry timetable & sailing pattern

Lanta → Railay: 09:00 and 13:30 in season; Railay → Lanta: 10:30 all year, plus 13:20 and 15:00 in the high season

Bundhaya lists Lanta → Railay for 22 Jul – 30 Sep, 15 Oct – 20 May and 1 Nov – 4 May; Railay → Lanta is listed as all year.

Published departure times

  • Koh Lanta → Railay (10 Dec 2026): 09:00 → 10:10, 13:30 → 14:40
  • Railay → Koh Lanta (10 Dec 2026): 10:30 → 11:40, 13:20 → 14:30, 15:00 → 16:10
  • Railay → Koh Lanta (10 Oct 2026): 10:30 → 11:40

Return: Railay to Koh Lanta runs all year: 10:30 in the green season, and 10:30, 13:20 and 15:00 in the high season, each about 1h 10m.

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

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Source: Bundhaya booking timetable and route list. Verified 2026-10-04.

Maritime Crossing Route Map

Interactive sea passage between Koh Lanta and Railay (Krabi)

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Koh Lanta⇄Railay (Krabi)
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Operators on This Route

OperatorCrossing TimeVessels
Bundhaya Speed Boat1h 10mSpeedboat

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

25 nautical miles

Getting There & Onward Transport

  • Bundhaya’s Koh Lanta check-in point is at Saladan Pier

Tips for the Koh Lanta to Railay (Krabi) Crossing

  • Scheduled boats to Railay use the floating pier off Railay East beach; Andaman Wave Master notes that Railay is inaccessible by road.
  • Bundhaya lists the Trang-island routes as seasonal (roughly mid-October or 1 November to early or late May); outside those dates they do not appear in its booking search.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the boat from Koh Lanta to Railay?
About 1 hour 10 minutes. On Bundhaya’s 10 December 2026 timetable the 09:00 from Saladan arrives at Railay at 10:10 and the 13:30 at 14:40.
Is there a boat from Koh Lanta to Railay in October?
Not in early October 2026: Bundhaya showed no Lanta → Railay sailings on 10 October. The opposite direction, Railay → Lanta, runs all year (10:30 in the green season).
How often does the Koh Lanta to Railay (Krabi) ferry sail?
Lanta → Railay: 09:00 and 13:30 in season; Railay → Lanta: 10:30 all year, plus 13:20 and 15:00 in the high season. Bundhaya lists Lanta → Railay for 22 Jul – 30 Sep, 15 Oct – 20 May and 1 Nov – 4 May; Railay → Lanta is listed as all year. This is the pattern published in the Bundhaya booking timetable and route list (checked 2026-10-04); confirm exact departure times on the official timetable before you travel.
Which ferry companies sail from Koh Lanta to Railay (Krabi)?
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 Koh Lanta to Railay (Krabi) 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 Koh Lanta to Railay (Krabi) 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 Koh Lanta to Railay (Krabi) ferry?
This route has no dedicated pet facilities. Assistance dogs are normally carried, but confirm with the operator before travelling.
How far is Koh Lanta from Railay (Krabi) by ferry?
The sea crossing is about 25 nautical miles (roughly 46 km).