Surat Thani City – Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier)
Ferries to Koh Phangan Island
Surat Thani City – Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier)
Ferries to Koh Phangan Island
Depending on the season their are usually 7 daily and 51 weekly sailings between Surat Thani City and Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier). 5 ferry operators provide the ferries from Surat Thani City to Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier), Songserm, Lomprayah High Speed Ferries, Seatran Discovery, Raja Ferry & Seatran Ferry.Surat Thani City Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier) ferries take around 4 hours. The ferry costs between $48 and $221, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for ferries from Surat Thani City to Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier).
The earliest Surat Thani City Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier) ferry typically departs Surat Thani City at about 06:30 and the last ferry usually leaves at 16:00.
Ferries from Surat Thani City to Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier) sail in around 4 hours. The fastest ferry is approximately 2 hours 45 minutes. Ferry duration can vary by ferry provider and can be impacted by weather conditions.
There is 51 weekly sailings from Surat Thani City to Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier) provided by Songserm, Lomprayah High Speed Ferries, Seatran Discovery, Raja Ferry & Seatran Ferry. Timetables can change from season to season.
Songserm provide 0 sailings weekly. Lomprayah High Speed Ferries provide 16 sailings weekly. Seatran Discovery provide 0 sailings weekly. Raja Ferry provide 41 sailings weekly. Seatran Ferry provide 26 sailings weekly.
The price of a ferry from Surat Thani City to Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier) typically range between $48* and $221*. On average the Surat Thani City Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier) ferry is $97*. The cheapest Surat Thani City Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier) ferry prices start from $48*. The average price for a foot passenger is $97*.
Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated July 25.
The distance between Surat Thani City to Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier) is approximately 43 miles (69km) or 37 nautical miles.
Unfortunately, cars are not allowed to travel on ferries between Surat Thani City and Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier).
Lomprayah High Speed Ferries, Raja Ferry & Seatran Ferry allow foot passengers on Surat Thani City Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier) ferries.
Currently, are not permitted to board ferries from Surat Thani City to Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier).
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| Surat Thani City - Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier) Ferry Route Summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Thailand | |
| Destination Country | Koh Phangan Island | |
| No. of Operators | 5 | |
| Operators | Songserm, Lomprayah High Speed Ferries, Seatran Discovery, Raja Ferry & Seatran Ferry | |
| Average Price | $97 | |
| Average Daily Sailings | 7 | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 51 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 4 h | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 2 h 45 m | |
| First Ferry | 06:30 | |
| Last Ferry | 16:00 | |
| Distance | 37 Nautical Miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 July 2025.
With the opening of Koh Phangan Airport yet to be unveiled, ferry travel is considered the best way to reach Koh Phangan, with hundreds of thousands each year making the crossing from nearby islands and popular parts of the Thailand mainland. The port is located on the southwest coast of the island and is known locally as Thong Sala Pier; it is generally very busy due to the popularity of the island and its close proximity to the famous Ban Had Rin beach. There are several crossings per day and each ferry boat typically carries around 180-300 people each time, creating a lively buzz around the area. The island is nearly always swarmed with backpackers and has become a notorious holiday destination for young travellers looking to discover Thailand’s party scene. Some regard the island’s reputation as the home of full moon parties, especially the infamous nights at Hat Rin, as a misconception distracting uninformed visitors from the hidden gems Koh Phangan has to offer. In an effort to attract a more upmarket clientele, areas such as Hat Thong Nai Pan Noi boast extravagant resorts with high quality restaurants and luxurious accommodation. For transport to and from the port, the only official taxi service is via songthaew (a pick-up truck type vehicle shared with other passengers) that are generally very reasonably priced. Many motorcyclists will offer tourists a discounted price but they are considered dangerous, unreliable and can also cause a fine from the police, so are best to be avoided.
