Take the Ao Nang speedboat from November to early May
The journey from Krabi to Koh Lipe is a long day in any case, and there are two options. From November 1st to May 4th, the speedboat departs from Bundhaya at 10:10 AM from Nopparat Thara Pier in Ao Nang and at 10:30 AM from Railay East, arriving at Pattaya Beach on Koh Lipe at 3:30 PM. The fare is 2,400 baht. I would recommend this option. You board near your hotel at a convenient time, and the entire journey is on the water. For the rest of the year, and for those looking to save money, you can take a van and a speedboat ticket overland to Pak Bara Pier and cross from there. The journey takes approximately 6 to 7.5 hours from Ao Nang (departing at 6:00 AM) or Krabi Town (departing around 6:30 AM) and costs about 1,150 baht.
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One thing is often overlooked: the boats to Krabi don't depart until November 1st, two weeks after the boats to Koh Lanta and Phuket. Therefore, at the end of October, it's advisable to travel via Koh Lanta or take a van.
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Key facts
The speedboat operates from November 1st to May 4th.
Bundhaya departs at 10:10 AM from Nopparat Thara Pier in Ao Nang and at 10:30 AM from the floating pier in Railay East, arriving in Lipe at 3:30 PM. There is one boat per day.
The speedboat costs 2,400 Baht, the van with boat from about 1,150 Baht.
The fare for children in Bundhaya is 2,000 baht. Tickets for vans and speedboats via Pak Bara cost approximately 1,150–1,500 baht on 12Go, including the booking fee.
The van via Pak Bara runs all year round.
Minibuses depart from Ao Nang around 6:00 AM and from Krabi Town between 6:30 and 7:15 AM. Passengers travel south to Pak Bara Pier, where they transfer to the speedboat to Lipe.
From Krabi airport, the journey first takes you to Ao Nang.
The shared taxi ride from the airport to Ao Nang costs 150–200 baht and takes 35 to 45 minutes. So, stay overnight there and take the boat at 10:10 am or the shared taxi at 6:00 am.
Travel via Koh Lanta at the end of October
Boat services to Lanta and Phuket start in mid-October, two weeks before those to Krabi. You travel by boat or van to Lanta and from there take the speedboat to Lipe at 10:30 am.
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 (cash only). The longtail boat ride from the boat to the beach costs approximately 50 baht if it is not included in the ticket price.
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Bundhaya's timetables and prices are taken from their own live booking search for the period October 2026 to May 2027; tickets for vans and speedboats are taken from the 12Go display board and include a booking fee. Travel times are subject to change depending on weather and sea conditions.
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The speedboat from Ao Nang and Railay
The boat from Bundhaya departs at 10:10 AM from Nopparat Thara Pier, just a few minutes from Ao Nang, and arrives at the floating dock in Railay East at 10:30 AM. From there, it travels south along the coast to Lipe, arriving at 3:30 PM. The crossing costs 2,400 baht from either pier, and 2,000 baht for children. The ferry operates once daily from November 1st to May 4th. In Railay, you board at the floating dock on the east side, where the boat moors. Therefore, you do not need to wade through the water.
It's a long journey on the open sea, about five hours with stops along the way. So bring water and a snack, sit as far back as possible where the boat is calmest, and pack something for seasickness if needed. On Lipe, the boats dock off Pattaya Beach, and a longtail boat will take you to the beach. Therefore, wear shorts and don't pack too much.
The van and the speedboat via Pak Bara
The overland ticket is valid year-round and is the more economical option. A minibus will pick you up around 6:00 AM in Ao Nang or between 6:30 and 7:15 AM in Krabi Town, travel south to Pak Bara Pier, and from there transfer to a speedboat for the final leg to Lipe. The entire journey takes approximately 6 to 7.5 hours and costs around 1,150–1,500 baht via 12Go.
From May 5th to the end of October, this is the only option, as the ferry to Krabi does not operate during this period. Since it's an early departure, you should pack the evening before and check whether hotel pick-up is included in the ticket price.
From Krabi Airport and Krabi Town
There is no boat from Krabi Airport to Lipe, and the speedboat does not stop in Krabi Town. Take the shared bus from the airport to Ao Nang (150–200 baht, journey time 35–45 minutes). If you don't arrive early in the morning, you should stay overnight there, as the boat departs at 10:10 am and the shared bus at 6:00 am.
From Krabi Town you can pick up tickets for vans and speedboats via Pak Bara or take a taxi to Ao Nang to board the boat there.
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From Koh Lipe to Krabi
The return trip by speedboat from Bundhaya runs from November 1st to May 20th. Departure is at 9:00 AM from Pattaya Beach, arrival in Railay East at 2:50 PM, and at the Nopparat Thara Pier in Ao Nang at 3:00 PM. The trip costs 2,400 Baht and runs once daily. Tickets for the 9:00 AM Tigerline ferry to Railay East are available on 12Go for approximately 1,950–2,640 Baht.
Throughout the year, a speedboat followed by a minibus departs from Lipe via Pak Bara at 9:30 am or 11:30 am, reaching Ao Nang or Krabi Town 5.5 to 8 hours later for approximately 820 baht. For those flying from Krabi, it is recommended to take the morning boat and allow ample time, or to spend the last night in Ao Nang.
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The same display board also applies to the return journey, with the morning speedboats to Railay and Ao Nang, as well as the speedboat and van tickets via Pak Bara.
May to October
From May 5th to the end of October, there are no boat services from Krabi to Lipe. During this time, travel by van and speedboat via Pak Bara is possible. As it is the rainy season on the Andaman coast, the crossing from Pak Bara can be rough. Lipe is significantly quieter, and many shops and restaurants are closed. Please check if your hotel is open before booking.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Krabi to Koh Lipe.
From November 1st to May 4th, you can take a speedboat from Bundhaya to Lipe from Ao Nang (10:10 AM) or Railay East (10:30 AM), arriving at 3:30 PM. The fare is 2,400 Baht. Year-round, there is also a combination van and speedboat service via Pak Bara. Departures are from Ao Nang around 6:00 AM and from Krabi Town around 6:30 AM. The journey takes approximately 6 to 7.5 hours and costs around 1,150 Baht.
Yes, a speedboat operates from November 1st to May 4th. Bundhaya offers a daily departure from Nopparat Thara Pier in Ao Nang and from Railay East. There is no ferry on this route.
Approximately 5 to 5.5 hours by speedboat from Ao Nang or Railay and approximately 6 to 7.5 hours by van to Pak Bara and from there by speedboat.
The speedboat trip to Bundhaya costs 2,400 baht for adults and 2,000 baht for children. According to 12Go, the journey by van and speedboat via Pak Bara costs approximately 1,150–1,500 baht. In addition, there is a national park fee of 200 baht, payable in cash in Lipe.
Not directly. Take the shared bus to Ao Nang (฿150–200, 35 to 45 minutes), stay overnight there, and the next morning take the speedboat at 10:10 or the bus at 06:00 to Pak Bara.
No. It starts on November 1st. At the end of October, a trip via Koh Lanta is recommended, from where speedboats to Lipe depart from mid-October, or you can take the van and the speedboat via Pak Bara, which operates year-round.
During peak season, the speedboat from Bundhaya departs at 9:00 AM, arriving in Railay East at 2:50 PM and Ao Nang at 3:00 PM for 2,400 baht. Year-round, speedboat and van tickets are available via Pak Bara, departing from Lipe at 9:30 AM or 11:30 AM and taking 5.5 to 8 hours; the price is approximately 820 baht.
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