No airport, no cars — everyone arrives by boat at Tonsai Pier. Here's every route, honest prices, and the timing advice we give our own guests. Written by a family that lives on the island.
Compare all operators, see real departure times, and lock in your seat — especially important May–October when afternoon boats are the first cancelled.
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| From | Boat | Time | Typical price | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phuket (Rassada Pier) | Ferry / Speedboat | ~2 hrs / ~50 min | 350–900 THB | Check times |
| Krabi (Klong Jilad) | Ferry | ~1.5–2 hrs | 350–500 THB | Check times |
| Ao Nang / Railay | Ferry (high season) | ~1.5–2 hrs | 400–550 THB | Check times |
| Koh Lanta | Ferry (Nov–Apr) | ~1–1.5 hrs | 400–600 THB | Check times |
| Koh Yao Yai / Noi | Speedboat | ~30–45 min | 600–900 THB | Check times |
Route guides: From Phuket · From Phuket Airport · From Krabi · From Koh Lanta · From Bangkok · Leaving: to Phuket
Prices are typical one-way fares and vary by operator and season. A 20 THB pier fee is collected on arrival at Tonsai.
We're a local family running seven places in Tonsai Village — a café for your first slow coffee, a halal-certified kitchen where the island eats, a doctor-led clinic open till midnight, and the massage your travel day deserves.