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Koh Lanta to Phuket is a classic Andaman Sea hop: you leave the slow, long beaches of Lanta for the biggest island in Thailand, with its old town, beaches and restaurants. You can cross by speedboat, or stay on land by minibus or private car.
Koh Lanta to Phuket by Speedboat
The speedboat is the quickest way across. It leaves Sala Dan Pier on Koh Lanta at 12:00 and reaches Rassada Pier in Phuket at 13:40, running daily. The adult fare is 1,700 baht and the child fare (ages 4 to 11) is 1,100 baht. The price includes a pick-up or drop-off transfer in Phuket (Patong, Kata, Karon, Phuket Town, Rawai, Naiharn and Chalong), so you do not need to organise the last leg from the pier yourself. Infants pay a 300 baht surcharge per way.[1]
On booking platforms, speedboat tickets on this route start at about $45 (November 2026) and the crossing takes from about 1 hour 30 minutes.[2] Sit outside if the sea is calm and you get the limestone karsts of the Andaman coast.
Koh Lanta to Phuket by Minibus or Van
The overland route runs north across Koh Lanta and over the Siri Lanta Bridge, then onward to the mainland. Between the two parts of the island, a car ferry crosses at the Ban Hua Hin-Ban Khlong Mak terminal from 06:00 to 22:00.[3]
On booking platforms, minibus and van tickets start at about $16 (November 2026). The trip takes from about 5 hours 30 minutes. Some tickets combine a taxi, a minibus and a second vehicle, so you are collected and dropped off near your accommodation.[2]
Koh Lanta to Phuket by Private Transfer
A private car or van picks you up at your Lanta hotel and takes you straight to your Phuket address, on your own schedule. On booking platforms, prices start at about $138 for a standard car or 9-seat van and go up to about $444 for premium vehicles such as a Mercedes S Class or Toyota Alphard (November 2026). The drive takes from about 3 hours 45 minutes.[2]
Comparing Your Options
| Mode | Price | Duration | Route |
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| Speedboat | 1,700 baht adult, 1,100 baht child[1] | 1 hour 40 minutes (12:00 to 13:40)[1] | Sala Dan Pier to Rassada Pier |
| Minibus or van | From about $16[2] | From about 5 hours 30 minutes[2] | Door to door or by transfer |
| Private transfer | About $138 to $444[2] | From about 3 hours 45 minutes[2] | Door to door |
Tips
- Weather: In the rainy season, waves can be high. If the sea looks rough, a van or private car is the calmer choice.
- Luggage: Boats have limited room. For surfboards or many bags, a private van is easier.
- Arrival: Phuket is large. The speedboat price covers the transfer from Rassada Pier to the main beach areas and Phuket Town.[1]
Timetable
| Bus Koh Lanta - Phuket $ 16.23 6h 10m | |
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| Taxi Koh Lanta - Phuket $ 136.32–438.16 3h 45m – 6h | |
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| Ferry Koh Lanta - Phuket $ 44.26–59.01 1h 30m – 3h 30m | |
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| Van Koh Lanta - Phuket $ 16.23–22.72 5h 30m – 6h 40m | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Koh Lanta to Phuket, including current prices and schedules.
The speedboat is fastest. It leaves Sala Dan Pier at 12:00 and arrives at Rassada Pier in Phuket at 13:40.
The adult fare is 1,700 baht and the child fare (ages 4 to 11) is 1,100 baht, including a transfer in Phuket.
Minibus and van tickets are the cheapest, starting at about $16 on booking platforms (November 2026). The trip takes from about 5 hours 30 minutes.
Yes. A private transfer collects you at your hotel and drops you at your address in Phuket. On booking platforms prices start at about $138 (November 2026).
It depends on the sea. In the rainy season waves can be high and the ride bumpy, so a van or private car is more comfortable if you get seasick.
Sources and background
Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.
- [1] Andaman Wave Master: Speedboat Transfer from Lanta Island to Phuket. Retrieved November 11, 2026.
- [2] 12Go: Koh Lanta - Phuket timetable. Retrieved November 11, 2026.
- [3] Tourism Authority of Thailand: Ko Lanta. Retrieved November 2, 2026.
Guide prices and journey times are indicative, not live quotes. A booked package may include transfers and waiting time as well as the main journey. Check the selected offer, pickup point and current conditions before booking.