Take the morning ferry and complete the immigration check on the beach.
The fastest way to travel from Langkawi to Koh Lipe is by ferry, which crosses the border in 90 minutes. The crossing operates from October 15th to May 31st. Two ferry companies offer this route. Telaga Terminal departs from Telaga Port on Langkawi's northwest coast, 15 to 20 minutes from the airport, for RM 173 (all inclusive). Bundhaya departs from Kuah Jetty in Langkawi's capital for 1,400 baht. From November to March, both companies operate twice daily, in the morning and early afternoon; at the beginning and end of the season, there is only one ferry each day.
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You'll pass through Malaysian immigration before boarding, the crew will collect your passports during the crossing, and Thai immigration is handled at an office on Pattaya Beach, where the longtail boat will drop you off. The only catch is the time. Malaysia is one hour ahead of Thailand, so a boat departing at 9:30 a.m. won't arrive until 10:00 a.m. I'd recommend taking the morning boat, as the immigration line on the beach can take up to an hour, and you'll want to enjoy the afternoon relaxing on the beach. From June to mid-October, there's no direct ferry service; the journey goes via Satun and Pak Bara instead.
Accommodation in Koh Lipe
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Key facts
The crossing takes 90 minutes and runs from October 15th to May 31st.
The distance from Telaga Harbour to Pattaya Beach is 42 km. From June to mid-October, there are no direct ferries; instead, the route goes via the Tammalang pier in Satun and Pak Bara and takes about 5 to 6 hours.
Malaysia is one hour ahead of Thailand.
Departures from Langkawi are on Malaysian time and arrivals on Lipe are on Thai time, which is why a 90-minute crossing looks like 30 minutes on the ticket.
Telaga costs RM173, Bundhaya costs ฿1,400
Telaga's fare is 160 RM plus a 10 RM surcharge and a 3 RM booking fee; the longtail boat ride to the beach is included. Bundhaya charges in Baht.
Please complete the TDAC form before your departure.
Thailand's digital entry card is required for this border crossing, and Telaga requires a passport valid for at least six months. Malaysia requires its own MDAC system for the return journey.
Bring Baht for the parking fee.
Koh Lipe is located in Tarutao National Park. Entry costs 200 baht for adults and 100 baht for children and must be paid in cash. ATMs and currency exchange offices are available on the island.
Telaga stops selling tickets 6 hours before departure.
Book at least one day in advance and arrive early at the check-in counter, as it closes 30 minutes before the boat departs.
Ferry connections from Langkawi to Koh Lipe compared
The departure times for Telaga are taken from their own 2026/27 timetable and the prices from the booking search; those for Bundhaya are taken from the live booking search for the period from the end of October 2026 to May 2027. The departure times are provided by the respective operators and may change due to weather and sea conditions.
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Langkawi → Koh Lipe: Departure times you can book now
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Ferry & Speedboat
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Telaga Port or Kuah Landing
Choose your terminal based on your accommodation on Langkawi. Telaga Harbour is located on the northwest coast, 15 to 20 minutes from the airport, making it ideal for those arriving in the morning or staying on the west side of the island. Kuah Jetty is located in Kuah, Langkawi's largest town on the southeast coast. Bundhaya is therefore the obvious choice if you are staying in Kuah.
The timetables are almost identical. During the peak travel months, Telaga departs at 9:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m., and Bundhaya at 9:15 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. (both Malaysian time). The journey takes approximately 90 minutes. The difference lies in the shoulder seasons. Telaga offers two departures per day until April 15th, while Bundhaya operates only at 10:15 a.m. from April 1st. From October 15th to 31st and from mid-April onwards, each ferry company operates only one service per day.
Telaga costs 160 RM (Ringgit) plus a 10 RM surcharge and a 3 RM booking fee. The ticket price includes the longtail boat ride from the ferry to the beach. Bundhaya costs 1,400 Baht (฿). 12Go offers both providers and, on certain days, boats from other operators as well. Prices include a booking fee.
How the transition works, step by step
Complete Thailand's digital entry card online before your travel date and ensure your passport is valid for at least six months. Telaga closes ticket sales six hours before departure, so book the day before and bring your booking confirmation (printed or on your smartphone) to check-in.
Please arrive at the terminal one hour before departure. Check-in closes 30 minutes before the boat's departure. You will go through Malaysian immigration control at the terminal before boarding. On board, the crew will collect all passengers' passports and hand them over to Thai immigration authorities upon your arrival.
Koh Lipe has no ferry pier. During the season, ferries dock off Pattaya Beach on the south coast, from where you can take a longtail boat to the beach. Wear shorts and don't pack too much, as you may have to wade into shallow water.
The Thai immigration office is located on Pattaya Beach. Wait there until your passport is stamped and returned to you. This can take between 20 minutes and an hour, especially if two ferries arrive at the same time. Pay the 200 baht national park fee in cash, then walk or take a motorbike taxi to your hotel.
Visa and entry
Entry via Lipe is a regular way to enter Thailand. Since September 15, 2026, travelers from the 60 visa-free countries and territories receive a 30-day stay upon arrival, which can be extended once for another 30 days for a fee of 1,900 baht. The complete list, bilateral agreements that grant some nationalities a 90-day stay, and information on who needs a visa before traveling can be found in the Thailand Visa Guide.
The digital arrival card is free and processing only takes a few minutes. Please complete this before leaving your hotel on Langkawi, not while queuing for the ferry.
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From Koh Lipe to Langkawi
For the return journey, ferries depart from Pattaya Beach, where you will first pass through Thai immigration control. Boats from Telaga depart at 10:30 AM and 4:00 PM Thai time from November 1st to April 15th, arriving at Telaga Port at 1:00 PM and 6:30 PM Malaysian time. During the transitional months, there is an additional departure at 12:30 PM, arriving at 3:00 PM. Ferries from Telaga to Lipe depart from Satun Pakbara Ferry Terminal and the entry point at the Varin Resort.
Boats from Bundhaya to Kuah Pier depart from November to March at 10:45 AM and 3:30 PM Thai time, arriving at 1:15 PM and 6:00 PM Malaysian time; at the beginning and end of the season, there is an additional ferry at 2:15 PM, arriving at 4:45 PM. Other operators sell tickets for the same crossings via 12Go for approximately 1,400–1,600 baht.
Fill out Malaysia's digital arrival card before your trip and take into account the hour you will lose due to time difference if you have a flight from Langkawi on the same evening.
Koh Lipe → Langkawi: Departure times you can book now
Check the ferry connections from Koh Lipe to Langkawi.
The same display board applies to the return journey, with the morning and afternoon ferries to Telaga Harbour and Kuah Jetty.
June to mid-October, via Satun and Pak Bara
From June to mid-October, there are no direct ferries, and no boat connection from Langkawi. The journey involves taking a ferry from Kuah to the Tammalang pier in Satun on the Thai mainland, then a minibus to Pak Bara, and finally a speedboat to Lipe. The entire trip takes approximately 5 to 6 hours. Speedboats to Pak Bara operate year-round.
During the rainy season, Lipe is quieter and the sea can be rough. So if you're planning a trip during these months, check that your hotel is open before booking your boats.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Langkawi to Koh Lipe.
Yes, by ferry from October 15th to May 31st. Ferries from Telaga Terminal and Bundhaya depart from Telaga Port and Kuah Pier, respectively; the crossing takes approximately 90 minutes. From June to mid-October, the route goes via Satun and Pak Bara instead; the journey takes about 5 to 6 hours.
Approximately 90 minutes. Since Malaysia is one hour ahead of Thailand, the times on your ticket will appear as 30 minutes, for example, 09:30 Malaysian time to 10:00 Thai time.
Telaga Terminal charges 173 RM for a one-way trip, which is 160 RM plus a 10 RM surcharge and a 3 RM booking fee. The longtail boat ride to the beach is included. Bundhaya charges 1,400 ฿. 12Go's prices include the booking fee.
From November 1st to April 15th, the Telaga departs from Telaga Port at 9:30 AM and 2:30 PM, and the Bundhaya departs from Kuah Pier at 9:15 AM and 2:00 PM (until March 31st, Malaysian time). During the transitional months, there is one boat each: the Telaga at 10:30 AM and the Bundhaya at 10:15 AM.
You will depart Malaysia from the ferry terminal on Langkawi, where the crew will collect your passport on board. The Thai immigration office is located at Pattaya Beach on Koh Lipe. There, your passport will be stamped and usually returned to you within 20 minutes to an hour.
Yes. Complete Thailand's digital entry card online before your trip. Telaga also requires a passport valid for at least six months, and Malaysia requires the MDAC for return travel.
No. Direct ferry services operate from October 15th to May 31st. From June to mid-October, a ferry runs from Kuah to Satun, followed by a minibus to Pak Bara and then a speedboat to Lipe, which operates year-round.
Choose the port closest to your accommodation. Telaga Harbour is 15 to 20 minutes from Langkawi Airport on the west coast, while Kuah Jetty is located in the town center. There are two daily ferries from Telaga until April 15th, which is about two weeks longer than the service from Kuah to Bundhaya.
By ferry from Pattaya Beach, mid-October to May. Boats from Telaga depart at 10:30 and 16:00 Thai time during the peak months, those from Bundhaya at 10:45 and 15:30. The crossing takes approximately 90 minutes, arriving between 13:00 and 18:30 Malaysian time.
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