Getting Around Ko Yao Islands
Ferries, speedboats, and longtail boats connect the Ko Yao Islands to Phuket, Krabi, and each other. Below you will find schedules, prices, and booking links for every route.
From Ko Yao Noi
Ko Yao Noi → Ko Yao Yai
longtail10 min20–30 THB
20 THB per person, 30 THB extra to bring a motorbike. Longtail boats run throughout the day from both piers.
From Krabi (Tha Len Pier)
Krabi (Tha Len Pier) → Ko Yao Noi
speedboat45 min400–600 THB
2-3 departures daily. Tha Len Pier is 40 min from Krabi Airport.
From Phang Nga (Tha Dan Pier)
Phang Nga (Tha Dan Pier) → Ko Yao Noi
longtail1h200–400 THB
Local route, fewer departures. Ask at the pier for departure times.
From Phuket Airport
Phuket Airport → Bang Rong Pier
taxi30 min600–800 THB
Metered taxis, Grab, or pre-booked hotel transfers available.
From Phuket (Bang Rong Pier)
Phuket (Bang Rong Pier) → Ko Yao Noi
speedboat15 min300–500 THB
Faster but less frequent. Check departure times at the pier.
Phuket (Bang Rong Pier) → Ko Yao Noi (Manoh Pier)
ferry30 min300–400 THB
Departures roughly every 90 minutes, 07:30-17:00. Car ferry accepts motorbikes.