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Koh Tao → Koh Yao Yai

12Go lists 1 departure a day at 21:00 from Koh Tao to Koh Yao Yai, run by Koh Tao Booking Center, Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel and Future Travel and Service, taking 13h 50m – 15h 40m (overnight). No operator publishes a timetable for this crossing, so these are booking-site times: check yours before you travel.

⏱ 13h 50m – 15h 40m (overnight)🚢 3 operators📅 1 departure a day at 21:00, as listed by 12Go
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Koh Tao to Koh Yao Yai ferry at a glance

The ferry from Koh Tao to Koh Yao Yai takes 13h 50m – 15h 40m (overnight) across the Gulf of Thailand and Andaman Sea, operated by Koh Tao Booking Center, Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel and Future Travel and Service. It is a foot-passenger service; vehicles are not carried. Typical frequency: 1 departure a day at 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 Yao Yai to Koh Tao

Koh Tao Booking Center and Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel and Future Travel and Service also sail Koh Yao Yai to Koh Tao, taking 13h 50m – 15h 40m (overnight).

Koh Tao to Koh Yao Yai ferry timetable & sailing pattern

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

Times from 12Go, check before you travel: 1 departure a day at 21:00 (overnight)

Departures listed by 12Go

  • Koh Tao Booking Center: 21:00 → 12:40 (+1 day)
  • Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel: 21:00 → 12:30 (+1 day)
  • Future Travel and Service: 21:00 → 10:50 (+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 schedule (booking site; no operator timetable published). Verified 2026-10-26.

Maritime Crossing Route Map

Interactive sea passage between Koh Tao and Koh Yao Yai

📐 141 Nautical Miles
Koh Tao⇄Koh Yao Yai
⏱ 13h 50m – 15h 40m (overnight) · 📐 141 nm
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Operators on This Route

OperatorCrossing TimeVessels
Koh Tao Booking CenterAbout 15h 40mFerry + van + speedboat
Sapthaweephol Tour and TravelAbout 15h 30mVan + speedboat
Future Travel and ServiceAbout 13h 50mCombined ticket

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

141 nautical miles

Getting There & Onward Transport

    Tips for the Koh Tao to Koh Yao Yai Crossing

    • No operator or government timetable is published for this crossing. The times on this page are the ones 12Go 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.
    • Koh Yao Yai (Klong Hia Pier) and Koh Yao Noi (Manoh Pier) are separate stops about 2.7 km apart across the channel, often served by the same Bundhaya boat a few minutes apart. Check that your ticket names the right island.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    How long does the boat from Koh Tao to Koh Yao Yai take?
    13h 50m – 15h 40m (overnight) on the departures 12Go lists. 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 Yao Yai?
    12Go lists 1 departure a day 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 Yao Yai?
    12Go lists Koh Tao Booking Center, Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel and Future Travel and Service. 12Go's tickets start from THB 2,000.
    How often does the Koh Tao to Koh Yao Yai ferry sail?
    Times from 12Go, check before you travel: 1 departure a day at 21:00 (overnight). These are the departures 12Go listed (checked 2026-10-26); no operator timetable is published, so check before you travel.
    Which ferry companies sail from Koh Tao to Koh Yao Yai?
    Koh Tao Booking Center, Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel, Future Travel and Service 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 Yao Yai 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 Yao Yai 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 Yao Yai 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 Yao Yai by ferry?
    The sea crossing is about 141 nautical miles (roughly 261 km).