How to travel from Khon Kaen to Phi Phi Islands, Thailand
The distance between Khon Kaen and Phi Phi Islands is around 1,118km (695 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take a ferry which takes around 4h 20m.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Khon Kaen to Phi Phi Islands by plane, ferry, train and bus. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Phi Phi Islands → Khon Kaen if you're planning a return trip.
Fly to Krabi (KBV), Ferry
Fly from Khon Kaen (KKC) to Krabi (KBV) then take a ferry to Ton Sai Pier Koh Phi Phi.
- Duration4h 20m
- Flight time2h 15m
- Typical costTHB 5,340($145)
Multiple operators
3 similiar routes
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Bus to Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal, Ferry
Take the bus to Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal then take a ferry to Phi Phi - Ton Sai.
- Duration22h 35m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical costTHB 1,415($39)
Multiple operators
2 similiar routes
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Train and Ferry
Take the train to Bang Sue Junction and then to Trang then take a ferry to Phi Phi - Ton Sai.
- Duration1 day 2h
- Departs3 times a week
- Typical costTHB 2,650($73)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Khon Kaen and Phi Phi Islands
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Khon Kaen to Phi Phi Islands by plane, ferry, train and bus. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then take a ferry which costs around THB 1,415 ($39) and will take around 22h 35m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take a ferry and arrive in approximately 4h 20m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately THB 5,340 ($145).
The distance between Khon Kaen and Phi Phi Islands is around 1,118km (695 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,070km (665 miles)
It takes around 5h 10m to get from Khon Kaen and Phi Phi Islands by plane and ferry.
The quickest way to get from Khon Kaen to Phi Phi Islands is to fly and then take a ferry which takes around 4h 20m and will set you back approx THB 5,340 ($145).
The cheapest way to travel between Khon Kaen and Phi Phi Islands is to take the bus and then take a ferry which will typically cost around THB 1,415 ($39) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Khon Kaen and Phi Phi Islands. We recommend that you fly from Khon Kaen (KKC) to Krabi (KBV) then take a ferry to Ton Sai Pier Koh Phi Phi. instead which will take 4h 20m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Khon Kaen and Phi Phi Islands. We recommend that you fly from Khon Kaen (KKC) to Krabi (KBV) then take a ferry to Ton Sai Pier Koh Phi Phi. instead which will take 4h 20m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Khon Kaen to Phi Phi Islands. We recommend that you fly from Khon Kaen (KKC) to Phuket (HKT) then take a ferry to Ton Sai Pier Koh Phi Phi. instead which will take 5h 10m.
The closest major airport to Phi Phi Islands is Krabi Airport (KBV) (KBV) which is approximately 44km (28 miles) from Phi Phi Islands. Phuket International Airport (HKT) (HKT) and Trang Airport (TST) (TST) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Khon Kaen to Phi Phi Islands. We recommend that you fly from Khon Kaen (KKC) to Phuket (HKT) then take a ferry to Ton Sai Pier Koh Phi Phi. instead which will take 5h 10m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Khon Kaen to Phi Phi Islands is to fly and then take a ferry which takes, on average, 5h 10m and will usually cost around THB 4,685 ($130).
Compare travel optionsbetween Khon Kaen and Phi Phi Islands
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fly to Krabi (KBV), Ferry + 3 similar | 4h 20m | THB 5,340($145) | once daily | 1,118km (695 miles) |
| Plane and Ferry | 5h 10m | THB 4,685($130) | every 4 hours | 1,145km (711 miles) |
| Fly to Trang (TST), Ferry | 5h 35m | THB 7,770($215) | 3 times a week | 1,252km (778 miles) |
| Train, Plane and Ferry | 6h 30m | THB 4,285($120) | twice daily | 1,452km (902 miles) |
Bus to Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal, Ferry + 2 similar | 22h 35m | THB 1,415($39) | twice daily | 1,275km (793 miles) |
| Bus and Ferry | 22h 55m | THB 2,505($69) | once daily | 1,336km (830 miles) |
| Bus to Bangkok Nakhonchai Air Terminal, Ferry | 24h 55m | THB 1,815($50) | once daily | 1,271km (790 miles) |
Train and Ferry | 1 day 2h | THB 2,650($73) | 3 times a week | 1,629km (1,012 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Khon Kaen and Phi Phi Islands
Ferry operators
Andaman Wave Master
Satun Pakbara Speedboat Club
Seatran Discovery
Chaokoh Ferry
Songserm
Airlines
Thai AirAsia
Thai Smile
Thai Vietjet Air
Thai Lion Mentari
Nok Air
Bus companies
Sombat Tour
Rung Prasert Tour
Nakhonchai Air
Train operators
State Railway of Thailand
Airports near Phi Phi Islands
The following major airports near Phi Phi Islands offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Thailand and internationally.
Krabi Airport (KBV)
- Distance
- 44km (28 miles) from Phi Phi Islands
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
- Distance
- 65km (40 miles) from Phi Phi Islands
Trang Airport (TST)
- Distance
- 97km (60 miles) from Phi Phi Islands