How to travel from Ko Lan to Koh Tao, Thailand
The distance between Ko Lan and Koh Tao is around 457km (284 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a ferry and then fly which takes around 4h 25m.
8 routes found
We've found 8 different ways to get from Ko Lan to Koh Tao by ferry, train, bus and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Koh Tao → Ko Lan if you're planning a return trip.
Ferry and Plane
Take a ferry to Bali Hai Pier Pattaya then fly from Utapao (UTP) to Koh Samui (USM) then take a ferry to Ko Tao.
- Duration4h 25m
- Flight time1h 10m
- Typical costTHB 8,390($230)
Multiple operators
3 similiar routes
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Ferry to Bali Hai Pier Pattaya, train
Take a ferry to Bali Hai Pier Pattaya and then to Khao Takiab Pier Hua Hin then take the train to Chumphon then take a ferry to Ko Tao.
- Duration11h 40m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costTHB 2,835($78)
Multiple operators
Ferry and Bus
Take a ferry to Bali Hai Pier Pattaya then take the bus to Bangkok Mochit New Van Terminal then take a ferry to Ko Tao.
- Duration19h 25m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costTHB 2,105($58)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Ferry and Train
Take a ferry to Bali Hai Pier Pattaya and then to Khao Takiab Pier Hua Hin then take the train to Chumphon then take a ferry to Koh Tao.
- Duration9h 30m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costTHB 2,470($68)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Ko Lan and Koh Tao
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Ko Lan to Koh Tao by ferry, train, bus and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry and then take the bus which costs around THB 1,670 ($46) and will take around 19h 35m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a ferry and then fly and arrive in approximately 4h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately THB 8,390 ($230).
The distance between Ko Lan and Koh Tao is around 457km (284 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 330km (205 miles)
It takes around 9h 30m to get from Ko Lan and Koh Tao by ferry and train.
The quickest way to get from Ko Lan to Koh Tao is to take a ferry and then fly which takes around 4h 25m and will set you back approx THB 8,390 ($230).
The cheapest way to travel between Ko Lan and Koh Tao is to take a ferry and then take the bus which will typically cost around THB 1,670 ($46) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Ko Lan and Koh Tao. We recommend that you take a ferry to Bali Hai Pier Pattaya then fly from Utapao (UTP) to Koh Samui (USM) then take a ferry to Ko Tao. instead which will take 4h 25m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Ko Lan and Koh Tao. We recommend that you take a ferry to Bali Hai Pier Pattaya then fly from Utapao (UTP) to Koh Samui (USM) then take a ferry to Ko Tao. instead which will take 4h 25m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Ko Lan to Koh Tao. We recommend that you take a ferry to Bali Hai Pier Pattaya then take the bus to Suvarnabhumi Airport then fly from Suvarnabhumi (BKK) to Koh Samui (USM) then take a ferry to Ko Tao. instead which will take 5h 30m.
The closest major airport to Koh Tao is Koh Samui Airport (USM) (USM) which is approximately 65km (40 miles) from Koh Tao. Chumphon Airport (CJM) (CJM) and Phuket International Airport (HKT) (HKT) 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 Ko Lan to Koh Tao. We recommend that you take a ferry to Bali Hai Pier Pattaya and then to Khao Takiab Pier Hua Hin then take the train to Chumphon then take a ferry to Koh Tao. instead which will take 9h 30m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Ko Lan to Koh Tao is to take a ferry and then take the train which takes, on average, 9h 30m and will usually cost around THB 2,470 ($68).
Compare travel optionsbetween Ko Lan and Koh Tao
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Ferry and Plane + 3 similar | 4h 25m | THB 8,390($230) | twice daily | 493km (306 miles) |
| Ferry, Bus and Plane | 5h 30m | THB 5,120($140) | twice daily | 676km (420 miles) |
| Ferry to Bali Hai Pier Pattaya, bus and plane | 8h 30m | THB 4,140($115) | once daily | 845km (525 miles) |
| Ferry to Bali Hai Pier Pattaya, bus and plane | 9h 20m | THB 4,650($130) | 5 times a day | 790km (491 miles) |
Ferry to Bali Hai Pier Pattaya, train | 11h 40m | THB 2,835($78) | once daily | 457km (284 miles) |
Ferry and Bus + 1 similar | 19h 25m | THB 2,105($58) | once daily | 712km (443 miles) |
| Ferry to Bali Hai Pier Pattaya, bus | 19h 35m | THB 1,670($46) | twice daily | 596km (370 miles) |
Ferry and Train | 9h 30m | THB 2,470($68) | once daily | 561km (348 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Ko Lan and Koh Tao
Ferry operators
Koh Larn Ferry
Royal Passenger Liner
Lomlahkkhirin High Speed Ferries
Lomprayah
Fame Tour
Airlines
Bangkok Airways
Thai Vietjet Air
Thai Smile
Nok Air
Thai AirAsia
Bus companies
Pattaya T-Tour
Airport Pattaya Bus
Train operators
State Railway of Thailand
Airports near Koh Tao
The following major airports near Koh Tao offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Thailand and internationally.
Koh Samui Airport (USM)
- Distance
- 65km (40 miles) from Koh Tao
Chumphon Airport (CJM)
- Distance
- 86km (54 miles) from Koh Tao
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
- Distance
- 278km (172 miles) from Koh Tao