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Koh Tao → Khao Sok

Boonsiri sells a joint bus-and-boat ticket from Koh Tao to Khao Sok: one departure a day (08:00 → 15:30), by Boonsiri catamaran to the mainland at Surat Thani, then by van to Khao Sok village. One ticket covers the boat and the road legs; fares start at ฿1,450.

⏱ About 7h 30m (bus + boat)🚢 1 operator📅 Boonsiri joint ticket: 1 departure a day (08:00)
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Koh Tao to Khao Sok ferry at a glance

The ferry from Koh Tao to Khao Sok takes About 7h 30m (bus + boat) across the Gulf of Thailand, operated by Boonsiri High Speed Ferries. It is a foot-passenger service; vehicles are not carried. Typical frequency: boonsiri joint ticket: 1 departure a day (08:00).

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 2026-10-25.

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Return crossing: Khao Sok to Koh Tao

Boonsiri High Speed Ferries also sails Khao Sok to Koh Tao, taking About 7h 30m (bus + boat). Khao Sok (van station or hotel) → Koh Tao: 09:00 → 16:25, ฿1,450 on Boonsiri’s timetable.

Koh Tao to Khao Sok ferry timetable & sailing pattern

1 joint bus + boat departure a day (Boonsiri timetable, 1 October 2026 – 31 May 2027)

Published departure times

  • Koh Tao → Khao Sok: 08:00 → 15:30 (฿1,450)
  • Khao Sok (van station or hotel) → Koh Tao: 09:00 → 16:25 (฿1,450)

Return: Khao Sok (van station or hotel) → Koh Tao: 09:00 → 16:25, ฿1,450 on Boonsiri’s timetable.

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

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Source: Boonsiri High Speed Catamaran timetable (operator). Verified 2026-10-25.

Maritime Crossing Route Map

Interactive sea passage between Koh Tao and Khao Sok

📐 47 Nautical Miles
Koh Tao⇄Khao Sok
⏱ About 7h 30m (bus + boat) · 📐 47 nm
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Operators on This Route

OperatorCrossing TimeVessels
Boonsiri High Speed FerriesAbout 7h 30m door to doorHigh-speed catamaran, Coach / van

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

47 nautical miles

Getting There & Onward Transport

  • Boonsiri also sells the trip on to the Ratchaprapha Dam pier (Cheow Lan Lake) at 08:00, arriving 15:00 (฿1,750)
  • Khao Sok village is at the entrance to Khao Sok National Park

Tips for the Koh Tao to Khao Sok Crossing

  • One Boonsiri ticket covers the boat and the road legs; times are from its timetable for 1 October 2026 – 31 May 2027, so check the operator’s site before travelling. Boonsiri asks passengers to check in 30 minutes before departure.

Related Ferry Crossings

Also sails from Koh TaoKoh Samui → Koh Tao1h 25m – 2h 30m (longer with a change on Koh Phangan or on the slow ferry) · Lomprayah, Boonsiri High Speed Ferries, SongsermAlso sails from Koh TaoChumphon → Koh Tao1h 30m – 2h 30m · Lomprayah, Boonsiri High Speed FerriesAlso sails from Koh TaoKoh Phangan → Koh Tao45m – 2h · Lomprayah, Boonsiri High Speed Ferries, SongsermAlso sails from Koh TaoDonsak → Koh Tao2h 45m – 3h 45m · LomprayahAlso sails from Koh TaoSurat Thani → Koh Tao2h 30m – 4h · LomprayahAlso sails from Koh TaoSurat Thani (Ban Don night-boat piers) → Koh Tao8h – 9h (overnight) · Chor. Maetapee Night Ferry, Sea Crest Ferry, ST 4289, Ko Jaroen Night Ferry
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take from Koh Tao to Khao Sok?
About 7h 30m on Boonsiri’s joint ticket: 08:00 → 15:30. Times from Boonsiri’s timetable for 1 October 2026 – 31 May 2027.
How much is the Koh Tao to Khao Sok joint ticket?
฿1,450 per person on Boonsiri’s timetable (1 October 2026 – 31 May 2027); prices on partner sites such as 12Go can differ.
Is Koh Tao to Khao Sok a direct ferry?
No. It is a combined boat and bus (or van) trip on one Boonsiri ticket, by Boonsiri catamaran to the mainland at Surat Thani, then by van to Khao Sok village.
What time does the Khao Sok to Koh Tao trip leave?
Boonsiri’s timetable lists Khao Sok (van station or hotel) → Koh Tao: 09:00 → 16:25 (฿1,450).
How often does the Koh Tao to Khao Sok ferry sail?
1 joint bus + boat departure a day (Boonsiri timetable, 1 October 2026 – 31 May 2027). This is the pattern published in the Boonsiri High Speed Catamaran timetable (operator) (checked 2026-10-25); confirm exact departure times on the official timetable before you travel.
Which ferry companies sail from Koh Tao to Khao Sok?
Boonsiri High Speed Ferries 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 Tao to Khao Sok 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 Tao to Khao Sok 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 Tao to Khao Sok ferry?
This route has no dedicated pet facilities. Assistance dogs are normally carried, but confirm with the operator before travelling.
How far is Koh Tao from Khao Sok by ferry?
The sea crossing is about 47 nautical miles (roughly 87 km).