How to travel from Ko Mak to Koh Tao, Thailand
The distance between Ko Mak and Koh Tao is around 725km (450 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a ferry and then fly which takes around 5h 25m.
7 routes found
We've found 7 different ways to get from Ko Mak to Koh Tao by ferry, bus, train 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 Mak if you're planning a return trip.
Ferry and Plane
Take a ferry to Trat Airport then fly from Trat (TDX) to Koh Samui (USM) then take a ferry to Ko Tao.
- Duration5h 25m
- Flight time2h 10m
- Typical costTHB 7,230($200)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Ferry via Pattaya
Take a ferry to Pattaya then Koh Samui - Nathon and then to Koh Tao.
- Duration22h 40m
- Departsonce daily
- Typical costTHB 3,485($95)
Multiple ferry operators
2 similiar routes
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Ferry, Bus and Train
Take a ferry to Laem Ngop Ferry Terminal then take the bus to Bangkok Bus Terminal Mochit then take the train to Chumphon then take a ferry to Koh Tao.
- Duration14h 40m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical costTHB 2,360($65)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Ko Mak and Koh Tao
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Ko Mak to Koh Tao by ferry, bus, train and plane. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around THB 2,215 ($61) and will take around 22h 50m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a ferry and then fly and arrive in approximately 5h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately THB 7,230 ($200).
The distance between Ko Mak and Koh Tao is around 725km (450 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 345km (214 miles)
It takes around 14h 40m to get from Ko Mak and Koh Tao by ferry, bus and train.
The quickest way to get from Ko Mak to Koh Tao is to take a ferry and then fly which takes around 5h 25m and will set you back approx THB 7,230 ($200).
The cheapest way to travel between Ko Mak and Koh Tao is to take a ferry which will typically cost around THB 2,215 ($61) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Ko Mak and Koh Tao. We recommend that you take a ferry to Trat Airport then fly from Trat (TDX) to Koh Samui (USM) then take a ferry to Ko Tao. instead which will take 5h 25m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Ko Mak and Koh Tao. We recommend that you take a ferry to Trat Airport then fly from Trat (TDX) to Koh Samui (USM) then take a ferry to Ko Tao. instead which will take 5h 25m.
Ferry/Boat travel
Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Ko Mak and Koh Tao. The ferry typically takes around 22h 50m and departs once daily.
Boonsiri Ferry, Songserm, Thai Sriram Tour, Yellow Bus, Lomlahkkhirin High Speed Ferries, Seatran Discovery, Lomprayah, Travel Mart and ChokeAnan Tour run the ferry services between Ko Mak and Koh Tao. Ferries run once daily and take around 22h 50m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Ko Mak to Koh Tao. We recommend that you take a ferry to Trat Airport then fly from Trat (TDX) to Koh Samui (USM) then take a ferry to Ko Tao. instead which will take 5h 25m.
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 Mak to Koh Tao. We recommend that you take a ferry to Laem Ngop Ferry Terminal then take the bus to Bangkok Bus Terminal Mochit then take the train to Chumphon then take a ferry to Koh Tao. instead which will take 14h 40m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Ko Mak to Koh Tao is to take a ferry, then take the bus and then take the train which takes, on average, 14h 40m and will usually cost around THB 2,360 ($65).
Compare travel optionsbetween Ko Mak and Koh Tao
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Ferry and Plane + 1 similar | 5h 25m | THB 7,230($200) | once daily | 826km (513 miles) |
| Ferry to Trat Airport, plane | 8h 30m | THB 7,155($195) | once daily | 995km (618 miles) |
Ferry via Pattaya + 2 similar | 22h 40m | THB 3,485($95) | once daily | 905km (562 miles) |
| Ferry | 22h 50m | THB 2,215($61) | once daily | 725km (450 miles) |
| Ferry via Khaosan Road Travel Mart | 1 day 6h | THB 2,395($66) | once daily | 738km (458 miles) |
Ferry, Bus and Train + 1 similar | 14h 40m | THB 2,360($65) | twice daily | 1,062km (660 miles) |
| Ferry to Ko Chang Center Point Pier, bus and train | 16h 20m | THB 2,615($72) | once a week | 1,048km (651 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Ko Mak and Koh Tao
Ferry operators
Koh Mak Speedboat Services
Lomlahkkhirin High Speed Ferries
Lomprayah
Boonsiri Ferry
Songserm
Airlines
Bangkok Airways
Thai Smile
Thai Vietjet Air
Bus companies
Koh Chang Bangkok Transport
Triple T
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