How to travel from Phi Phi Islands to Ko Yao Yai, Thailand

The distance between Phi Phi Islands and Ko Yao Yai is around 84km (52 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a ferry which takes around 1h 35m.

2 routes found

We've found 2 different ways to get from Phi Phi Islands to Ko Yao Yai by ferry. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out Ko Yao YaiPhi Phi Islands if you're planning a return trip.

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Ferry

Take a ferry to Railay East Krabi and then to Koh Yao Yai.

  • Duration1h 35m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    THB 2,070($57)
Operated by

Multiple ferry operators

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Ferry via Manoh Pier Koh Yao Noi

Take a ferry to Manoh Pier Koh Yao Noi and then to Koh Yao Yai.

  • Duration1h 50m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    THB 2,035($56)
Operated by

Multiple ferry operators

Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Phi Phi Islands and Ko Yao Yai

There are several options for getting from Phi Phi Islands to Ko Yao Yai by ferry. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around THB 2,035 ($56) and will take around 1h 50m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a ferry and arrive in approximately 1h 35m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately THB 2,070 ($57).

The distance between Phi Phi Islands and Ko Yao Yai is around 84km (52 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 34km (21 miles)

It takes around 1h 35m to get from Phi Phi Islands and Ko Yao Yai by ferry.

The quickest way to get from Phi Phi Islands to Ko Yao Yai is to take a ferry which takes around 1h 35m and will set you back approx THB 2,070 ($57).

The cheapest way to travel between Phi Phi Islands and Ko Yao Yai is to take a ferry which will typically cost around THB 2,035 ($56) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Phi Phi Islands and Ko Yao Yai. We recommend that you take a ferry to Railay East Krabi and then to Koh Yao Yai. instead which will take 1h 35m.

Bus travel

Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Phi Phi Islands and Ko Yao Yai. We recommend that you take a ferry to Railay East Krabi and then to Koh Yao Yai. instead which will take 1h 35m.

Ferry/Boat travel

Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Phi Phi Islands and Ko Yao Yai. The ferry typically takes around 1h 35m and departs once daily.

Koh Yao Sun Smile and Tigerline Ferry run the ferry services between Phi Phi Islands and Ko Yao Yai. Ferries run once daily and take around 1h 35m on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Phi Phi Islands to Ko Yao Yai. We recommend that you take a ferry to Railay East Krabi and then to Koh Yao Yai. instead which will take 1h 35m.

The closest major airport to Ko Yao Yai is Phuket International Airport (HKT) (HKT) which is approximately 34km (21 miles) from Ko Yao Yai. Krabi Airport (KBV) (KBV) 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 Phi Phi Islands to Ko Yao Yai. We recommend that you take a ferry to Railay East Krabi and then to Koh Yao Yai. instead which will take 1h 35m.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Phi Phi Islands to Ko Yao Yai is to take a ferry which takes, on average, 1h 35m and will usually cost around THB 2,070 ($57).

How do I get from Phi Phi Islands to Ko Yao Yai

Compare travel optionsbetween Phi Phi Islands and Ko Yao Yai

Transport options from Phi Phi Islands to Ko Yao Yai
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Ferry
1h 35m
THB 2,070($57)
once daily84km (52 miles)
Ferry via Manoh Pier Koh Yao Noi
1h 50m
THB 2,035($56)
once daily84km (52 miles)

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Ferry operators

Airports near Ko Yao Yai

The following major airports near Ko Yao Yai offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Thailand and internationally.

HKT
Phuket International Airport (HKT)
International Airport
Distance
34km (21 miles) from Ko Yao Yai
KBV
Krabi Airport (KBV)
Domestic Airport
Distance
44km (27 miles) from Ko Yao Yai
TST
Trang Airport (TST)
Domestic Airport
Distance
126km (78 miles) from Ko Yao Yai