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Thailand → Malaysia

Koh Lipe → Langkawi

The famous international island hop between Thailand and Malaysia across the southern Andaman Sea. Features beachside immigration huts directly on Pattaya Beach before speeding to duty-free Langkawi.

⏱ 1h 30m🚢 1 operator📅 Seasonal Bundhaya ferry: 1 a day in late October, 2 a day in the high season (15 Oct – 16 May)
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Koh Lipe to Langkawi ferry at a glance

The ferry from Koh Lipe to Langkawi takes 1h 30m across the Andaman Sea / Malacca Strait, operated by Bundhaya Speed Boat. It is a foot-passenger service; vehicles are not carried. Typical frequency: seasonal Bundhaya ferry: 1 a day in late October, 2 a day in the high season (15 Oct – 16 May).

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.

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Return crossing: Langkawi to Koh Lipe

Bundhaya Speed Boat also sails Langkawi to Koh Lipe, taking 1h 30m. From Langkawi (Kuah Jetty) Bundhaya sails at 09:15 and 14:00 Malaysian time in the high season (10:15 on 20 October 2026), arriving at Koh Lipe at 09:45 and 14:30 Thai time (about 1 hour 30 minutes). Langkawi → Koh Lipe is listed for 15 October – 20 May.

Koh Lipe to Langkawi ferry timetable & sailing pattern

Bundhaya’s seasonal ferry from Koh Lipe (Pattaya Beach) to Langkawi’s Kuah Jetty: 1 sailing a day in late October 2026 (14:15) and 2 a day in the high season (10:45 and 15:30 on 10 December 2026). The crossing takes about 1 hour 30 minutes; Langkawi is one hour ahead of Thailand, so the printed arrival is 2½ hours after the Thai departure time.

Bundhaya lists Koh Lipe → Langkawi for 15 – 31 October, 1 November – 18 April and 19 April – 16 May. No sailings were bookable on 10 October 2026.

Published departure times

  • 10:45
  • 14:15
  • 15:30

Return: From Langkawi (Kuah Jetty) Bundhaya sails at 09:15 and 14:00 Malaysian time in the high season (10:15 on 20 October 2026), arriving at Koh Lipe at 09:45 and 14:30 Thai time (about 1 hour 30 minutes). Langkawi → Koh Lipe is listed for 15 October – 20 May.

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.

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📐 34 Nautical Miles
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⏱ 1h 30m · 📐 34 nm
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Operators on This Route

OperatorCrossing TimeVessels
Bundhaya Speed Boat1h 30m (arrival printed in Malaysian time, 1 hour ahead)Ferry

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

34 nautical miles

Getting There & Onward Transport

  • Bundhaya’s ferry lands at Kuah Jetty on Langkawi
  • On Koh Lipe, boats arrive and leave at Pattaya Beach, in front of Walking Street

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does the Koh Lipe to Langkawi ferry operate year round?
No. Bundhaya lists Koh Lipe → Langkawi for 15 October – 16 May (in three timetable periods) and Langkawi → Koh Lipe for 15 October – 20 May. There were no sailings on 10 October 2026.
Which Langkawi jetty does the Koh Lipe ferry use?
Bundhaya’s Koh Lipe – Langkawi ferry uses Kuah Jetty on Langkawi (checked October 2026).
How long is the ferry from Koh Lipe to Langkawi?
About 1 hour 30 minutes. Bundhaya’s 10:45 departure from Koh Lipe arrives at Kuah at 13:15 Malaysian time, which is one hour ahead of Thailand.
When does the Koh Lipe to Langkawi ferry start for the 2026–27 season?
Bundhaya lists sailings from 15 October; on 20 October 2026 there was one departure (14:15), with two a day (10:45 and 15:30) in the high season.
How often does the Koh Lipe to Langkawi ferry sail?
Bundhaya’s seasonal ferry from Koh Lipe (Pattaya Beach) to Langkawi’s Kuah Jetty: 1 sailing a day in late October 2026 (14:15) and 2 a day in the high season (10:45 and 15:30 on 10 December 2026). The crossing takes about 1 hour 30 minutes; Langkawi is one hour ahead of Thailand, so the printed arrival is 2½ hours after the Thai departure time. Bundhaya lists Koh Lipe → Langkawi for 15 – 31 October, 1 November – 18 April and 19 April – 16 May. No sailings were bookable on 10 October 2026. 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 Lipe to Langkawi?
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 Lipe to Langkawi 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 Lipe to Langkawi 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 Lipe to Langkawi ferry?
This route has no dedicated pet facilities. Assistance dogs are normally carried, but confirm with the operator before travelling.
How far is Koh Lipe from Langkawi by ferry?
The sea crossing is about 34 nautical miles (roughly 63 km).