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Koh Tao → Koh Lipe

12Go lists 2 departures a day between 19:00 and 21:00 from Koh Tao to Koh Lipe, run by Udomrat Tour and Koh Tao Booking Center, taking 42h – 45h 20m (overnight). Bookaway lists 2 operators with departures from 21:00 to 21:00, taking 18h. No operator publishes a timetable for this crossing, so these are booking-site times: check yours before you travel.

⏱ 42h – 45h 20m (overnight)🚢 2 operators📅 2 departures a day between 19:00 and 21:00, as listed by 12Go
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Koh Tao to Koh Lipe ferry at a glance

The ferry from Koh Tao to Koh Lipe takes 42h – 45h 20m (overnight) across the Gulf of Thailand and Andaman Sea, operated by Udomrat Tour and Koh Tao Booking Center. It is a foot-passenger service; vehicles are not carried. Typical frequency: 2 departures a day between 19:00 and 21:00, as listed by 12Go.

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 Lipe to Koh Tao

Udomrat Tour and Koh Tao Booking Center also sail Koh Lipe to Koh Tao, taking 42h – 45h 20m (overnight).

Koh Tao to Koh Lipe ferry timetable & sailing pattern

Times from 12Go and Bookaway, check before you travel. No operator publishes a timetable for this crossing, so these are the departures 12Go and Bookaway lists.

Times from 12Go and Bookaway, check before you travel: 2 departures a day between 19:00 and 21:00 (overnight)

Departures listed by 12Go and Bookaway

  • Udomrat Tour: 19:00 → 16:20 (+1 day), 21:00 → 15:00 (+1 day)
  • Koh Tao Booking Center: 21:00 → 15:00 (+1 day)

Timetables change by season and date. Check exact departures and live seats for your travel date before you book.

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Source: 12Go and Bookaway schedule (booking sites; no operator timetable published). Verified 2026-10-26.

Maritime Crossing Route Map

Interactive sea passage between Koh Tao and Koh Lipe

📐 218 Nautical Miles
Koh Tao⇄Koh Lipe
⏱ 42h – 45h 20m (overnight) · 📐 218 nm
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Operators on This Route

OperatorCrossing TimeVessels
Udomrat Tour42h – 45h 20mFerry + van
Koh Tao Booking CenterAbout 42hFerry + van + 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

218 nautical miles

Getting There & Onward Transport

    Tips for the Koh Tao to Koh Lipe Crossing

    • No operator or government timetable is published for this crossing. The times on this page are the ones 12Go and Bookaway listed on 26 October 2026; check yours when you book and again before you travel.
    • Joint tickets leave in the evening and arrive the next day; the ticket covers the boat to the mainland, the van or bus across, and the boat to the island.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    How long does the boat from Koh Tao to Koh Lipe take?
    42h – 45h 20m (overnight) on the departures 12Go lists. Bookaway gives 18h. Times depend on the boat and the sea, and no operator timetable is published, so check the time on your ticket.
    What time is the first and last boat from Koh Tao to Koh Lipe?
    12Go lists 2 departures a day between 19:00 and 21:00. Bookaway shows the earliest at 21:00 and the latest at 21:00. These are booking-site times checked on 26 October 2026; they change with the season and the weather, so confirm before you travel.
    Who runs the boats from Koh Tao to Koh Lipe?
    12Go lists Udomrat Tour and Koh Tao Booking Center; Bookaway lists 2 operators on the route. 12Go's tickets start from THB 3,200.
    How often does the Koh Tao to Koh Lipe ferry sail?
    Times from 12Go and Bookaway, check before you travel: 2 departures a day between 19:00 and 21:00 (overnight). These are the departures 12Go and Bookaway listed (checked 2026-10-26); no operator timetable is published, so check before you travel.
    Which ferry companies sail from Koh Tao to Koh Lipe?
    Udomrat Tour, Koh Tao Booking Center operate 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 Koh Lipe 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 Koh Lipe 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 Koh Lipe 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 Koh Lipe by ferry?
    The sea crossing is about 218 nautical miles (roughly 404 km).