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Phuket → Koh Lanta

A direct speedboat from Phuket’s Rassada Pier to Saladan at the northern tip of Koh Lanta in about an hour and a half, running all year.

Passenger boat moored at the pier for Koh Lanta
Photo: Stefan Fussan, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons (cropped)

Phuket to Koh Lanta ferry at a glance

The ferry from Phuket to Koh Lanta takes 1h 15m – 4h across the Andaman Sea, operated by Bundhaya Speed Boat, Andaman Wave Master and Tigerline Ferry & Siri Lanta Speedboat. It is a foot-passenger service; vehicles are not carried. Typical frequency: daily all year: Bundhaya and Andaman Wave Master speedboats; Andaman Wave Master ferry Nov – Apr; Tigerline in October 2026.

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 2026-09-29.

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Return crossing: Koh Lanta to Phuket

Bundhaya Speed Boat and Andaman Wave Master and Tigerline Ferry & Siri Lanta Speedboat also sail Koh Lanta to Phuket, taking 1h 15m – 4h. Bundhaya lists Koh Lanta to Phuket at 1h 40m, also all year. Andaman Wave Master’s speedboat leaves Saladan at 12:00 (arr. 13:40) and its ferry at 08:00 and 13:00 (November – April); Tigerline leaves at 12:30 and 16:00 for the AT Pier (October 2026).

Phuket to Koh Lanta ferry timetable & sailing pattern

Bundhaya all year: 4 departures in high season (08:30, 10:00, 12:00, 14:30), 1 (10:00) in the green season. Andaman Wave Master: speedboat daily at 09:15, ferry at 08:30 and 13:45 (November – April). Tigerline: 08:30 and 11:15 in October 2026

Andaman Wave Master’s ferry runs November – April only. Tigerline’s booking search showed sailings only up to 31 October 2026 when checked on 4 October 2026; its 2026–27 high-season timetable was not yet published.

Published departure times

  • High season (e.g. 10 Dec 2026): 08:30 → 10:00, 10:00 → 11:30, 12:00 → 13:30, 14:30 → 16:00
  • Green season (e.g. 6 Oct 2026): 10:00 → 11:30
  • Koh Lanta → Phuket, high season: 10:00, 13:00, 15:30; green season: 13:00
  • Andaman Wave Master speedboat: 09:15 → 11:05 daily; Koh Lanta → Phuket 12:00 → 13:40
  • Andaman Wave Master ferry (Nov – Apr): 08:30 → 12:30, 13:45 → 17:00; Koh Lanta → Phuket 08:00 → 13:00, 13:00 → 16:30
  • Tigerline (AT Pier, October 2026): 08:30 → 10:00, 11:15 → 12:45; Koh Lanta → Phuket 12:30 → 14:00, 16:00 → 17:15

Return: Bundhaya lists Koh Lanta to Phuket at 1h 40m, also all year. Andaman Wave Master’s speedboat leaves Saladan at 12:00 (arr. 13:40) and its ferry at 08:00 and 13:00 (November – April); Tigerline leaves at 12:30 and 16:00 for the AT Pier (October 2026).

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

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Source: Bundhaya routes page and booking timetable; Andaman Wave Master speedboat and ferry pages; Tigerline booking search. Verified 2026-10-04.

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Operators on This Route

OperatorCrossing TimeVessels
Bundhaya Speed Boat1h 30m (1h 40m return)Speedboat
Andaman Wave Master1h 50m (speedboat), about 4h (ferry, Nov – Apr)Speedboat, Ferry
Tigerline Ferry & Siri Lanta Speedboat1h 30m (from the AT Pier, Rassada)Speedboat

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

40 nautical miles

Getting There & Onward Transport

  • Bundhaya’s Koh Lanta check-in point is at Saladan Pier

Tips for the Phuket to Koh Lanta Crossing

  • Bundhaya lists some Andaman routes as seasonal only; outside the listed dates the route does not appear in the booking engine.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the ferry from Phuket to Koh Lanta?
The crossing typically takes 1h 15m – 4h. By operator: Bundhaya Speed Boat about 1h 30m (1h 40m return); Andaman Wave Master about 1h 50m (speedboat), about 4h (ferry, Nov – Apr); Tigerline Ferry & Siri Lanta Speedboat about 1h 30m (from the AT Pier, Rassada). Actual times vary by vessel, season and sea conditions, so check the timetable for your sailing.
How often does the Phuket to Koh Lanta ferry sail?
Bundhaya all year: 4 departures in high season (08:30, 10:00, 12:00, 14:30), 1 (10:00) in the green season. Andaman Wave Master: speedboat daily at 09:15, ferry at 08:30 and 13:45 (November – April). Tigerline: 08:30 and 11:15 in October 2026. Andaman Wave Master’s ferry runs November – April only. Tigerline’s booking search showed sailings only up to 31 October 2026 when checked on 4 October 2026; its 2026–27 high-season timetable was not yet published. This is the pattern published in the Bundhaya routes page and booking timetable; Andaman Wave Master speedboat and ferry pages; Tigerline booking search (checked 2026-10-04); confirm exact departure times on the official timetable before you travel.
Which ferry companies sail from Phuket to Koh Lanta?
Bundhaya Speed Boat, Andaman Wave Master, Tigerline Ferry & Siri Lanta Speedboat operate this route. Compare sailing times and ticket types before booking, as they often differ between operators.
Can I take my car on the Phuket to Koh Lanta 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 Phuket to Koh Lanta 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 Phuket to Koh Lanta ferry?
This route has no dedicated pet facilities. Assistance dogs are normally carried, but confirm with the operator before travelling.
How far is Phuket from Koh Lanta by ferry?
The sea crossing is about 40 nautical miles (roughly 74 km).