Thailand
Laem Ngop (Trat) → Koh Chang
The car ferry to Koh Chang, run by Ferry Koh Chang between Ao Thammachat in Laem Ngop district and Ao Sapparot on the island’s north-east coast. Boats leave about every hour from 06:30 to 18:30 and take 30–45 minutes; cars and foot passengers use the same boats.
Laem Ngop (Trat) to Koh Chang ferry at a glance
The ferry from Laem Ngop (Trat) to Koh Chang takes 30m – 45m across the Gulf of Thailand, operated by Ferry Koh Chang. Both vehicles and foot passengers are carried. Typical frequency: about every hour, 06:30–18:30 daily (TAT).
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: Koh Chang to Laem Ngop (Trat)
Ferry Koh Chang also sails Koh Chang to Laem Ngop (Trat), taking 30m – 45m. From Ao Sapparot on Koh Chang the ferries run back to Ao Thammachat through the day; at holiday peaks the queue on the island side is usually longer than on the mainland (1.5–2.5 hours on 28–30 July 2026).
Laem Ngop (Trat) to Koh Chang ferry timetable & sailing pattern
About every hour, daily 06:30–18:30 from Ao Thammachat
At low tide only some boats run and they may not take a full load of vehicles (e.g. at times between 06:00 and 11:00 on 9–14 August 2026); sailings pause in strong wind (25 Sep 2026). At holiday peaks the operator runs 4 boats and posts queue times.
Return: From Ao Sapparot on Koh Chang the ferries run back to Ao Thammachat through the day; at holiday peaks the queue on the island side is usually longer than on the mainland (1.5–2.5 hours on 28–30 July 2026).
Timetables change by season and date. Check exact departures for your travel date on the official timetable.
Official Ferry Koh Chang timetable →Check prices & book on Bookaway →Source: Tourism Authority of Thailand Koh Chang page (government source); Ferry Koh Chang Facebook notices. Verified 2026-10-04.
Maritime Crossing Route Map
Interactive sea passage between Laem Ngop (Trat) and Koh Chang
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Operators on This Route
| Operator | Crossing Time | Vessels |
|---|---|---|
| Ferry Koh Chang | About 30–45m (TAT) | Car ferry |
Route Features
Vehicles
Cars, campervans, and motorbikes accepted
Foot Passengers
Walk-on passengers welcome
Pets
No pet facilities
Distance
3 nautical miles
Getting There & Onward Transport
- Ao Sapparot pier is on Koh Chang’s north-east coast, near Khlong Son
- Boonsiri’s catamarans to Koh Mak and Koh Kood leave from Bang Bao at the southern end of Koh Chang
Tips for the Laem Ngop (Trat) to Koh Chang Crossing
- Ferry Koh Chang posts weather stops, low-tide notices and queue reports on its Facebook page; check it before driving to the pier at holiday times.
- At busy holiday times the return queue at Ao Sapparot can take 1.5–2.5 hours (operator reports, July 2026); allow extra time if you have a flight or bus to catch.
- TAT’s English Koh Chang page still lists Centre Point pier, but its Thai page (checked October 2026) says Ao Thammachat is now the only ferry pier for Koh Chang.