Koh Yao Noi Ferry: Piers, Routes & Boat Tips
How to reach Koh Yao Noi by boat from Phuket, Krabi and Phang Nga. Compare piers, crossing times, costs and weather risks before you book.
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Last updated November 2026: the Koh Yao Noi ferry picture is simple from Phuket and indirect from Krabi. Speedboats from Bang Rong Pier on Phuket cross in roughly 45 minutes, while Phang Nga has one morning ferry. Schedules are seasonal and weather-dependent, so treat every time below as a reported figure and confirm it with the operator. Our overview of getting to Koh Yao Noi covers the wider picture, and this page adds boat detail.
Featured image: Jaakko H., CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
Quick answer: the fastest and cheapest way to Koh Yao Noi
Pick your boat by starting point. Recently reported figures come from booking and travel sites, not from operators, so check the current timetable before you commit. Readers still deciding whether the trip is worth it can start with our guide on whether Koh Yao Noi is worth visiting.
- Phuket: a direct speedboat from Bang Rong Pier to Koh Yao Noi takes about 45 minutes. Listed fares start at ฿500.
- Cheapest Phuket option: a speedboat with one stop, listed from ฿400 on a Manoh to Laem Hin trip.
- Krabi, Ao Nang and Railay: no direct Koh Yao Noi service appears in our evidence. Boats reach Ko Yao Yai, and a longtail then crosses to Manoh Pier.
- Phang Nga: one reported ferry leaves Sikha Pier at 07:30, Monday to Saturday, and takes about 90 minutes.
Koh Yao Noi ferry routes at a glance
This table collects the routes our sources report. Sources disagree on which Koh Yao Noi pier serves which route. One listing uses Laem Sai Pier for the direct Bang Rong boats, while another page describes Manoh Pier for Bang Rong or Thiensin departures. Always confirm the pier printed on your ticket. Our evidence is dated November 2026 and none of it is operator-verified.
| Route | Koh Yao Noi pier | Boat | Reported time | Reported fare | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bang Rong, Phuket | Laem Sai | Speedboat, direct | 45 min | ฿500 | Four reported departures, from 06:15 to 14:45 |
| Laem Hin, Phuket | Manoh | Speedboat, 1 stop | 50 min | ฿400 | Reported 10:40 departure |
| Rassada, Phuket | Manoh | Speedboat, 1 stop | 1 h 10 min | ฿1,000 | Two reported departures |
| Tha Dan, Phang Nga | Sikha | Ferry | 90 min | ฿150 | Monday to Saturday at 07:30; return from Tha Dan at 13:00, not Sunday |
| Chong Lard, Ko Yao Yai | Manoh | Longtail | 10 to 15 min | About ฿20 | Daylight hours only, no booking needed |
Phuket to Koh Yao Noi by ferry
Most travelers use Phuket. Reported Phuket-side piers are Bang Rong, Laem Hin and Rassada. Bang Rong gives the only direct crossing in our listing, at 45 minutes and ฿500. A Bang Rong boat that stops first took 50 minutes at a listed ฿650. Laem Hin was reported at ฿400 for 50 minutes with one stop. Rassada took 1 hour 10 minutes at ฿1,000. A "1 stop" listing means the boat calls at another pier before it docks, so the clock runs longer than a direct sailing.
Rassada's 1 hour 10 minutes crossing costs ฿1,000, double the direct Bang Rong fare of ฿500 for a longer trip.
Pick-up transfers on Phuket usually add a supplement. Travel sites report ฿100 to ฿300, depending on where you start, and say fares are boat only. A direct boat plus a mid-range transfer therefore lands near ฿600 to ฿800. That is an illustration from reported figures, not a quote. Flight days need a buffer. Check arrival times on the Phuket Airport site, then match them with a boat that leaves well after baggage claim and the road transfer.
- Bang Rong: reported direct departures at 06:15, 10:15, 12:45 and 14:45 from Laem Sai.
- Laem Hin: reported 1-stop trip from Manoh at 10:40.
- Rassada: reported 1-stop trips from Manoh at 10:50 and 14:50.
Krabi, Ao Nang and Railay to Koh Yao Noi
Researcher to confirm: our evidence contains no direct Krabi to Koh Yao Noi service. Reported Krabi boats land on Ko Yao Yai at Khlong Hia or Chong Lard piers. Departures come from Tha Len, Nopparat Thara near Ao Nang and the floating pier at East Railay. A Tha Len speedboat to Chong Lard was reported at 30 minutes from ฿535. A 13:00 longtail from Tha Len takes about an hour from ฿250. From Chong Lard, a longtail covers the last hop to Manoh Pier. Check a current timetable for a direct option before you plan around this two-leg route. Phuket is the simpler gateway.
From Tha Len in Krabi, a speedboat reaches Chong Lard in 30 minutes, then a longtail covers the final 10 to 15 minutes to Manoh Pier.
Phang Nga's Tha Dan route and the Ko Yao Yai hop
Travelfish reports a ferry from Sikha Pier at 07:30, Monday to Saturday. It takes 90 minutes to Tha Dan Pier in Phang Nga. The return leaves Tha Dan at 13:00 every day except Sunday. The fare is ฿150 per passenger. These are 2026 timetable figures, so confirm days and times first.
A cheaper short hop runs between Chong Lard on Ko Yao Yai and Manoh Pier. Longtails sail there during daylight, take 10 to 15 minutes and cost around ฿20. You do not need to book. Scooters travel for an extra fee. Our guide to Day Trips From Koh Yao Noi: Hong Islands, Phang Nga Bay & More shows how both hops can fit an outing.
Speedboat vs slow ferry vs longtail: which to pick
Match the boat to your priorities. Rough water is the main separator. Ferries usually keep running in rain, while speedboats are stopped more often by rough seas.
| Boat | Best for | Skip it if |
|---|---|---|
| Speedboat | Short flight windows and 45-minute crossings | You get seasick or the sea is rough |
| Slow ferry | Cheapest fares and scooters | You have a tight connection; the Ko Yao Yai route takes 2 hours |
| Longtail | The Chong Lard to Manoh hop at about ฿20 | You face a long trip or bad weather |
| Phang Nga ferry | Mainland access from Tha Dan for ฿150 | You need an afternoon or Sunday departure |
Booking, tickets and when to reserve
In high season, book speedboats a couple of days ahead. Travelfish notes that boats fill because larger ferries are limited. Some online listings show instant confirmation and refund or amend options, so read each policy. Return tickets can bring small discounts. Looser itineraries may prefer one-way fares and flexibility. The Ko Yao Yai slow ferry from Chianwanich cannot be booked online, and tickets are bought aboard. Longtails need no advance booking either. Child fares appear in age bands of 3 to 11 on some listings, which are unverified. Ask each operator about scooter and vehicle policies.
Weather, seasons and cancellations
Low season brings rougher seas and fewer boats. In bad weather, no boats may run at all. Check marine and weather notices from the Thai Meteorological Department before you travel. Our guide to the Best Time to Visit Koh Yao Noi: Month-by-Month Guide explains the seasons.
If a sailing is cancelled, you have three options. Move to the next boat. Ask the operator for a refund. Or stay another night. Travelfish advises that you wait for another boat if a speedboat looks overloaded or conditions look dangerous. On flight days, add a full day of buffer, or book the night before your flight.
- Boat cancelled: ask for the next sailing or a refund.
- Boat overloaded: wait for the next one.
- Flight next day: cross a day early.
From the pier to your stay
Arrival piers differ, so confirm yours before you book a resort pick-up. Manoh Pier handles the longtail from Ko Yao Yai. Sikha Pier takes the Phang Nga ferry. Laem Sai Pier appears for direct Bang Rong boats. Many resorts arrange pick-ups, and our guide to Getting Around Koh Yao Noi: Scooters, Trucks & Boats covers scooters and taxis. Scooters cost extra on boats. The Chong Lard longtail charges more for one, and the Chianwanich ferry listed ฿300. Koh Yao Noi surcharges are unverified.
Common mistakes to avoid
A few errors cause most missed connections. Piers are not interchangeable. Transfer costs of ฿100 to ฿300 get forgotten. Nighttime departures should not be expected. Plan the last boat carefully, because no evening sailing appears in our sources. Once you land, pick your next step from our guide to 10 Best Things to Do in Koh Yao Noi: Beaches, Kayaks & Boats.
- Booking a flight and a boat with no buffer.
- Assuming any pier works for any route.
- Ignoring pick-up transfers on Phuket.
- Expecting boats in storms or after dark.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get from Koh Yao Noi to Phuket by ferry?
Take a speedboat from Koh Yao Noi to Bang Rong Pier, a reported 45-minute direct crossing from ฿500. Laem Hin and Rassada boats also run, with one stop. Check the current timetable.
How much does it cost to get a car on the ferry?
Our sources give no Koh Yao Noi car fare. A vehicle ferry runs from Laem Yai on Ko Yao Yai, and a scooter on the Chianwanich slow ferry was reported at ฿300. Ask the operator for current rates.
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