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Phuket Thaihua Museum
A well-curated museum on Phuket’s geology, sea life, trade, Chinese heritage, and tin mining. Best all-round introduction to the island’s history.
Cheapest price
$40
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
7 h 30 m
Average duration
7 h 30 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
274 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Koh Phangan to Phuket is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Koh Phangan to Phuket will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $40.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Koh Phangan for Phuket on Mon, Jul 27, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jul 27 the direct ferries cover the 274 km distance in an average of 7 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 7 h 30 m .
On Mon, Jul 27 the slowest ferries will take 7 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Koh Phangan to Phuket among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a flight costs an average of $108.
Distance: 147 nautical miles (274 km)
| Ferry | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$33 Average price | $21 Average price Cheapest | $108 Average price | $40 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 45m Average total duration 8h 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 9h 37m Average total duration 9h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 42m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Koh Phangan to Phuket:
A bus is $12 (€12) less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Koh Phangan to Phuket costing on average $33 (€33).
A bus is $87 (€87) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Koh Phangan to Phuket costing on average $108 (€108).
Other travel options to Phuket take longer:
Ferry takes on average 8h 45m.
Bus takes on average 9h 7m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Raja Ferry | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 9h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Raja Ferry | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 10h00 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun |
Operator Lomprayah High Speed Ferries | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 7h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun |
Operator Raja Ferry | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 10h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
The table below shows live departures for Koh Phangan to Phuket ferries for tomorrow, Monday, July 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:00 AM Koh Phangan | 7h30 | 11:30 AM Phuket | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Ferries from Koh Phangan to Phuket run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 45m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $25 (€25) but you can travel from only $19 (€19) by bus.
There are 2 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 07:30, the last at 11:00. The fastest ferry covers the 147 nautical miles (274 km) distance in 7h 30m. There are 6 sailings per week.


Distance 147 nautical miles (274 km) |
Average sailing duration 8h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€25) |
Ferries per day 2 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 6 |
Fastest ferry 7h 30m |
First ferry 7:30 AM |
Last ferry 11:00 AM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
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Tipping is not mandatory. Round up taxis, leave ฿20-100 at restaurants if no service charge, and tip small change at cafes.
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Phuket International Airport -> Phuket Old Town
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Koh Phangan to Phuket by ferry. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Phuket, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Koh Phangan to Phuket ferries use the Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier) to Phuket port pair, with some services arriving at Phuket Town. Use this guide to compare Koh Phangan and Phuket ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Phuket Town has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Phuket Town: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.