Phuket to Koh Phi Phi Ferry: Schedule, Ticket Prices & Complete Guide
The cheapest, simplest way from Phuket to Phi Phi
The ferry is the cheapest and simplest way to get from Phuket to Koh Phi Phi. Boats leave from Rassada Pier near Phuket Town and arrive at Tonsai Pier, with some services continuing to Laem Tong in the north. Here's a real guide to schedules, listed prices and how to book.
An honest note on timetables, journey times and prices
Rassada Pier, Phuket: the departure point for Phi Phi ferries
Quick facts
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Phuket departure pier | Rassada Pier, near Phuket Town |
| Phi Phi arrival piers | Tonsai Pier (main), Laem Tong (Andaman Wave Master only) |
| Main operators | Andaman Wave Master, Phi Phi Cruiser, Chaokoh Ferry |
| Other operators listed | Bundhaya Speed Boat, Tigerline, Satun Pakbara Speed Boat Club, Chureang Travel and Tour |
| First departure | About 8:30am |
| Last departure | About 3:00pm |
| Journey time | About 1 hour (fast boat) or 2 hours (standard ferry) |
| Arrival fee | Small pier and park maintenance fee, cash, at Tonsai Pier |
Phuket to Tonsai Pier timetable
Phuket to Phi Phi: fast boats take about 1 hour, standard ferries about 2
| Departs Rassada | Arrives Tonsai | Operator | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8:30am | 10:30am | Phi Phi Cruiser | 2 hours |
| 8:30am | 10:30am | Andaman Wave Master (Royal Jet Cruiser 10) | 2 hours |
| 8:31am | 9:30am | Andaman Wave Master (Andaman Wave Express) | 1 hour |
| 9:15am | 10:15am | Andaman Wave Master (Andaman Wave Express) | 1 hour |
| 11:00am | 1:00pm | Chaokoh Ferry | 2 hours |
| 11:30am | 12:30pm | Andaman Wave Master (Andaman Wave Express) | 1 hour |
| 1:30pm | 3:30pm | Phi Phi Cruiser | 2 hours |
| 3:00pm | Varies | Last listed departure | 1 to 2 hours |
Phuket to Laem Tong timetable (Andaman Wave Master)
Laem Tong, Koh Phi Phi: handy for the northern resorts
| Departs Rassada | Arrives Laem Tong | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| 12:30pm | 2:00pm | 1 hour 30 minutes |
| 1:30pm | 4:30pm | 3 hours |
| 1:31pm | 3:00pm | 1 hour 30 minutes |
Laem Tong suits travellers staying at the northern resorts, such as SAii, OUTRIGGER and Phi Phi Holiday Resort.
Listed ticket prices
Rassada Pier, Phuket: compare what each fare includes
| Option | Seller | Listed price |
|---|---|---|
| Standard ferry, one way | Rassadapier.net | From ฿550 |
| Speedboat, one way | Rassadapier.net | ฿700 to ฿900 |
| Any ferry or speedboat, one way | Rassadapier.net | ฿550 to ฿1,500 |
| Phi Phi Cruiser, one way | Direct Ferries UK | From £14 |
| Andaman Wave Master, one way | Direct Ferries UK | From £14 |
| Rassada to Tonsai, one way | Ferryhopper | From €15.90 |
| Rassada to Laem Tong, one way | Ferryhopper | From €31.20 |
One traveller reported paying ฿1,150 for a combined hotel pickup, ferry and porter package from Phuket.
How to get there, step by step
Tonsai Pier, Koh Phi Phi: keep cash for the arrival fee
- Book your ticket online or through your hotel, ideally a day ahead in high season.
- Arrange a transfer to Rassada Pier. Many tickets include hotel pickup, so check when booking.
- Arrive at the pier at least 30 minutes before departure and check in at your operator's counter.
- Board and settle in. Sit on the lower deck if you're prone to seasickness.
- Pay the small arrival fee in cash at Tonsai Pier, then walk or take a longtail to your hotel.
Sourced from directferries.co.uk's Phuket to Koh Phi Phi ferry, rome2rio.com's Rassada Pier to Phi Phi Ferry Terminal, ferryhopper.com's ferries Phi Phi Islands 2026, openferry.com's Rassada Pier to Laemtong Beach ferry, openferry.com's Rassada Pier to Tonsai Pier ferry, rassadapier.net's Phuket ferry schedule 2026, travelguidestip.com's where to stay in Phi Phi Islands 2026 and phiphi-ferry.com's Tonsai Pier guide.
Practical tips
Take a morning ferry. You'll arrive in time for lunch and avoid the risk of missing the last boat.
Choose a fast boat if time matters. The Andaman Wave Express takes about 1 hour instead of 2.
Book Laem Tong drop-off if you're staying in the north. It saves a second boat transfer from Tonsai.
Keep small cash for the arrival fee at Tonsai Pier.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Landing in Phuket in the afternoon and expecting to reach Phi Phi the same day. The last ferry leaves around 3pm.
- Assuming every ferry takes the same time. Standard ferries take about twice as long as fast boats.
- Buying a return without checking the departure times. Some returns from Phi Phi only leave at set times.
- Comparing prices without checking what's included. Some fares include hotel pickup, others don't.