Traveling from Hat Yai to Koh Tao – Updated 2025

Traveling from Hat Yai to Koh Tao – Updated 2025

Traveling from Hat Yai to Koh Tao – Updated 2025

🏝 Koh Tao… Diving Paradise in the Gulf of Thailand
Koh Tao, located in the Gulf of Thailand, Surat Thani Province, is world-famous as the “Diving Paradise of Thailand.” Tourists from around the globe visit to learn diving, explore coral reefs, and relax in a serene atmosphere.

Koh Tao features world-class dive sites such as Chumphon Pinnacle, Shark Bay, Hin Wong Bay, Ao Leuk

Beautiful beaches such as Sairee Beach, Mae Haad Beach, Ao Leuk Beach

Famous viewpoints such as John Suwan Viewpoint, Mango Viewpoint

Whether you are a backpacker seeking budget accommodation, a honeymoon couple, or a professional diver – Koh Tao has charm for everyone.

🚐 Traveling from Hat Yai to Koh Tao
Although Hat Yai is located in the far south of Thailand (Songkhla Province), Koh Tao can be reached conveniently via several routes, usually involving bus/train/flight + ferry.

✈️ Travel Options

• Flight + Bus/Van + Ferry → Fastest: Ideal for travelers who want to save time

• Train + Ferry → Cost-effective & Local experience

• Bus + Ferry (Joint Ticket) → Convenient, one ticket for both bus and ferry

Each method has pros and cons, so travelers should choose according to budget, time, and convenience.

📞 Contact for assistance: 0962284000
💻 Book ferry tickets here: ferryadvice.com

               Ferry Timetable from Chumphon to Koh Tao

📞 Contact for assistance: 0962284000
💻 Book ferry tickets here: ferryadvice.com

         Ferry Timetable from Surat Thani to Koh Tao

Part 2: How to Travel from Hat Yai to Koh Tao

1. Flight + Van/Bus + Ferry (Fastest)

Ideal for travelers who want to minimize travel time.

Route:
Hat Yai Airport → Surat Thani/Chumphon (Flight)
→ Van/Bus to pier → Ferry → Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier)

Travel time:

• Flight: 1 hr

• Van/Bus: 2–3 hrs

• Ferry: 2–3 hrs
  ⏱ Total ~6–8 hrs

Approx. cost:

• Flight: 1,200–2,000 THB

• Van/Bus: 300–500 THB

• Ferry: 600–1,200 THB
  💰 Total: 2,200–3,500 THB/person

✅ Pros: Fast, time-saving
⚠️ Cons: Expensive, multiple transfers

2. Train + Ferry (Cost-effective, Local Experience)

Good for travelers on a budget who want a local travel experience.

Route:
Hat Yai → Chumphon (Train) → Taxi/Van → Chumphon Pier → Ferry → Koh Tao

Travel time:

• Train: 9–11 hrs

• Van/Taxi: 30 min–1 hr

• Ferry: 2–3 hrs
  ⏱ Total ~12–14 hrs

Approx. cost:

• Train: 400–1,000 THB

• Van/Taxi: 200–400 THB

• Ferry: 600–1,200 THB
  💰 Total: 1,200–2,500 THB/person

✅ Pros: Cheaper, local experience
⚠️ Cons: Long, tiring if traveling at night

3. Bus + Ferry (Joint Ticket)

Most convenient; one ticket covers bus + ferry.

Route:
Bus from Hat Yai → Chumphon/Surat Thani → Ferry → Koh Tao

Travel time:

• Bus: 8–10 hrs

• Ferry: 2–3 hrs
  ⏱ Total ~10–12 hrs

Approx. cost:

• Joint Ticket: 1,200–1,600 THB/person

✅ Pros: Convenient, one-ticket solution
⚠️ Cons: Longer than flight