Krabi - Phi Phi

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Best option for your situation

Koh Phi Phi

If your flight lands after 14:00, check ferry timing carefully.

Pier details

Check departure pier

Sea crossing

Weather can affect trips

Best for most tourists

Van + Ferry

Cheapest

Budget option

Fastest

Speedboat

Best after late arrival

Private transfer

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Ferry intelligence

Ferry/speedboat times vary by pier and weather

Ferry + van vs taxi + ferry
Hotel pickup may be included
Weather can change boats
Avoid tight flight returns

Avoid tight return flights after a Phi Phi boat connection.

3 best options found

2 Adults
Best value
Ferry

Ferry

Krabi ferry partners

฿460–560

per person

Best match for your trip

Final fare depends on operator, pier and included pickup.

1h 30m – 3h

Time

Current schedule

Departures

Check rules

Luggage

Pickup

Krabi pier or operator point

Use this as a planning point. Still follow the exact partner ticket.

Specific point
Last ferry riskBest before 18:00Weather can affect ferries

Pros

  • - Good for luggage
  • - Reliable value for most travelers

Cons

  • - Slower than speedboat
  • - Pier details must be checked

Best value

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Fastest
Speedboat

Speedboat

Speedboat partner operators

Final price on partner

price + ticket

Backup for your trip

Final fare depends on operator, pier and included pickup.

45m – 1h 30m

Time

Check dates

Departures

Light bags

Luggage

Pickup

Krabi pier or operator point

Use this as a planning point. Still follow the exact partner ticket.

Specific point
Last ferry riskBest before 18:00Weather can affect ferries

Pros

  • - Fast island crossing
  • - Good for tight daytime plans

Cons

  • - More weather sensitive
  • - Less comfortable with large luggage

Fastest

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Hotel link
Van + Ferry

Van + Ferry

Van and ferry partner operators

Final price on partner

price + ticket

Backup for your trip

Typical shared option; luggage rules vary. Final fare on partner.

2h – 4h

Time

Current schedule

Departures

Check ticket

Luggage

Pickup

Krabi hotel area if included

Exact pickup is shown on the partner ticket or voucher.

Ticket point
Luggage rules varyShared wait possibleAvoid with large luggage

Pros

  • - Can include hotel pickup
  • - Useful from Ao Nang or Krabi town

Cons

  • - Longer total time
  • - Pickup areas can vary

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Route details

Krabi to Phi Phi: ferry and speedboat guide

Krabi to Phi Phi is shorter than the Phuket crossing, but it has one trap: people say 'Krabi' when they mean very different pickup points. The clean ferry fact is Krabi Klong Jilad Pier to Phi Phi Tonsai Pier. If your ticket starts at an Ao Nang hotel, Krabi Town agency or airport-side pickup, that land leg is separate from the boat unless it is clearly bundled. Keep the ferry pier and the hotel pickup in two different boxes in your head and the route becomes much easier.

Ferry pier pair

Andaman Wave Master lists Krabi Klong Jilad Pier to Phi Phi Tonsai Pier at 09:00-11:00 and 13:00-15:30, operating daily.

Ticket-only warning

The checked Andaman page says its Krabi-Phi Phi prices are for the ferry ticket only and do not include land transfer in Krabi, Lanta or Phi Phi.

Budget anchor

The local guide band for ferry is THB460-560 per person, and Andaman lists THB450 adult one-way on the checked Krabi-Tonsai page.

Route steps

Before the boat - step by step

Use these steps to keep the pier, boat check-in and Koh Phi Phi arrival details clear.

Check your Krabi departure pier or pickup area.

1

Check your Krabi departure pier or pickup area.

Tickets can start at a Krabi pier, Ao Nang area pickup or another operator point. Confirm the exact meeting point.

Arrive early for boat check-in.

2

Arrive early for boat check-in.

Leave time for road transfer, ticket checks and luggage handling before the ferry or speedboat leaves.

Cross from Krabi coast to Koh Phi Phi.

3

Cross from Krabi coast to Koh Phi Phi.

Ferries are usually easier with bags. Speedboats can be faster, but the ride depends more on sea conditions.

Arrive at Tonsai Pier or the listed Phi Phi pier.

4

Arrive at Tonsai Pier or the listed Phi Phi pier.

Most tickets finish at the pier. Check how you will reach your hotel or beach area after arrival.

Travel warning

Choose boat type around luggage and weather

Andaman's checked Krabi-Phi Phi ferry price is ticket-only and excludes land transfer. Do not assume hotel pickup just because the route page says Krabi.

The official ferry-only anchor used here ends at the 13:00 Klong Jilad departure. Later partner services may exist, but you need a confirmed ticket.

Bad weather affects speedboats first. If the sea is rough, prefer ferry and leave breathing room after arrival.

Simple rule:

Choose ferry if luggage and comfort matter more; choose speedboat only when the faster crossing fits the sea conditions and baggage rules.

Ferry and weather buffer

Island routes can depend on pier reporting time, ferry crossing and sea conditions. Avoid tight flight or train connections after the transfer.

If the schedule changes

Check the operator ticket for the next available ferry or combined transfer. Private road transfer does not replace the ferry crossing where one is required.

Last-mile check

Check the exact pier and whether onward hotel, airport or city transfer is included after the boat. Some tickets end at the pier only.

What to check before booking

Check the exact pickup point, reporting time and final drop-off on the partner ticket.

Check baggage allowance, extra-bag rules and whether large items need a bigger vehicle.

Check whether ferry crossing, pier transfer and onward transfer are included.

Check whether the service is fixed schedule, shared transfer or door-to-door.

Pickup and drop-off check

Save a screenshot before you leave the airport, pier or hotel.Use this as a planning point. Still follow the exact partner ticket.

Pickup

Krabi pier or operator point

Drop-off

Koh Phi Phi

Practical tips

Small things that make Phi Phi transfers easier

These notes are specific to travelling from Krabi to Koh Phi Phi by ferry or speedboat.

If your ticket says Klong Jilad, plan the road ride to that pier separately unless the ticket includes pickup. Ao Nang is not the pier.

The checked Andaman ferry times are 09:00 and 13:00 from Klong Jilad. That makes the 13:00 boat the last practical ferry-only anchor from this source.

12Go shows later Krabi-Phi Phi partner listings, including speedboat and van+speedboat choices, but those should be treated as booked-ticket options, not walk-up assumptions.

Van+ferry can be worth it from Ao Nang because it solves the annoying land leg. Check whether the pickup is your hotel, an agency point or a main-road meeting place.

With big luggage, choose the bigger ferry unless timing strongly favors speedboat. The short crossing can still feel messy when bags are being handed around at a busy pier.

If you are coming from Krabi Airport the same day, build in road time and ticket check-in. The map looks close enough to tempt bad planning.

At Tonsai, do not follow the first person offering 'hotel boat' unless you know your hotel requires one. Many central stays are walkable; remote bays are a different story.

For scams, watch the phrase 'same same Phi Phi' when the seller cannot name Klong Jilad, Tonsai, or your exact included pickup. Names matter here.

FAQ

Questions about Krabi to Koh Phi Phi

Which pier do I leave from in Krabi?

The checked ferry route is Krabi Klong Jilad Pier to Phi Phi Tonsai Pier. If you are in Ao Nang, Railay or Krabi Airport, check whether your ticket includes the transfer to Klong Jilad.

What is the last practical ferry from Krabi to Phi Phi?

Andaman's checked ferry timetable lists 13:00 from Klong Jilad to Tonsai. 12Go shows some later partner services, but after early afternoon I would only move with a confirmed ticket.

Is land transfer included?

Not by default. Andaman explicitly says its listed Krabi-Phi Phi ferry price does not include land transfer in Krabi, Lanta or Phi Phi. Partner van+ferry tickets may include pickup, but check the pickup point.

How much is Krabi to Phi Phi?

The local guide band is THB460-560 for ferry. Andaman lists THB450 adult one-way on the checked Klong Jilad to Tonsai route; speedboat and pickup bundles cost more.

Is speedboat better than ferry from Krabi?

Speedboat is faster, but ferry is usually easier with luggage and rougher weather. For families or travelers prone to seasickness, ferry is the calmer default.

Can I do Krabi Airport to Phi Phi on arrival day?

Yes if your flight lands early enough and you have a confirmed pier transfer. If you land late morning or afternoon, check the boat time before leaving the airport, not after reaching the pier.

Where do I arrive on Phi Phi?

The checked Krabi ferry arrives at Tonsai Pier. Central Phi Phi stays are often walkable from there; remote beaches may need hotel boat or longtail.

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Last checked August 2026. Thailand Transfer Guide is an independent travel comparison guide, not the transport operator. Booking, payment, ticket changes and support are handled by the booking partner or operator. Final price, schedule, pickup point and luggage rules must still be checked on the partner ticket.

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Quick route notes

Route shape

Compare Krabi to Phi Phi ferry transfer options, including ferry, speedboat and combined pickup tickets from Klong Jilad or listed partner pickup points. Current guide options are Ferry, Speedboat and Van + Ferry.

Pickup reality

Pickup wording differs by option: Ferry: Krabi pier or operator point; Speedboat: Krabi pier or operator point; Van + Ferry: Krabi hotel area if included. Check the partner ticket for the exact meeting point and whether hotel pickup or hotel drop-off is included.

Timing check

Planning durations in this guide: Ferry: 1h 30m – 3h; Speedboat: 45m – 1h 30m; Van + Ferry: 2h – 4h. For island or ferry routes, confirm the pier, boat leg, last usable departure and onward transfer before payment. Final schedule, luggage rules and price are confirmed on the partner page.

Sources & freshness

Last checked: August 2026

Source basis: partner availability plus public route context

Partner source: 12Go partner availability

Price ranges: indicative THB ranges, where shown, checked 2026-08

Confidence: Medium

12Go partner availability

Route pages are planning guidance, not live timetables. Final price, schedule, pickup point and support rules are confirmed by the booking partner or operator before payment.

Final prices and schedules may change. Check departure pier, arrival pier, luggage rules and weather conditions before booking.

Independent guide · prices checked 08/2026 · booking handled by 12Go, an established Asia travel booking platform. We may earn a commission at no extra cost; final price, schedule and support stay on the partner site.

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