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How to get from Hat Yai International Airport to Koh Lipe

Koh Lipe is a little slice of paradise found in the Tarutao National Marine Park on the Andaman coast of Thailand. With stretches of golden sand, turquoise waters, and an abundance of sea life to seek out, you’ll never be too far from the ocean. Start your day with a sunrise at Hat Chao Ley or end your day watching the sunset at the popular Pattaya Beach before wandering down Walking Street for a bite to eat and a cocktail or two.

There are two main transport modes to get from Hat Yai Airport to Koh Lipe, although both require a ferry connection in Pak Bara. The quickest and easiest option is to take a taxi or private transfer combined with a ferry journey which takes around 200 minutes in light traffic conditions. A cheaper but longer option is to take a shared minivan and then transfer to the ferry which takes 210 minutes plus multiple wait times.

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Comparison of the options

PRICE FOR 2PASSENGERS
OPTION PRICE DURATION AVAILABILITY
Taxi €69.5 200min 00:00–13:30
Bus €44 210min 08:30–13:30

How to get from Hat Yai Airport to Koh Lipe by taxi and ferry

The quickest and easiest Hat Yai Airport to Koh Lipe transfer option is to first take an airport taxi to Pak Bara Pier which takes around 110 minutes under good traffic conditions. Once there, you can board a ferry to Koh Lipe Island which takes about 90 minutes. This combined journey should take approximately 200 minutes.

Taxi fare from Hat Yai Airport to Koh Lipe

Local taxi drivers from Hat Yai charge a set rate fee of around €38.80 (THB 1,500) for up to 4 people for the journey from the airport to Pak Bara Pier which should be paid in cash. Whether purchasing your onward ferry ticket in person at the pier in cash, or online in advance, you’ll pay around €15.50 (THB 600) per person. This brings the total cost for someone travelling on their own to €54.30 (THB 2,098).

Cost

€54.30

Trip Duration

200 Min.

*Prices will vary unless booked in advance.

Convenience
Safety
Value for Money

Taxis are available 24/7 from Hat Yai International Airport (HDY). Ferries depart every 30 to 120 minutes daily from 09:30 to 13:30.

Where do I take the taxi and ferry from?

Taxis can be found at the exit of the airport terminal. Ferries to Koh Lipe depart from Pak Bara Pier, and the ferry staff can tell you from which jetty the boat will depart that day.

Convenience

Opting for a private transfer or a local taxi from the airport to Pak Bara Pier and then getting on the ferry to Koh Lipe is the most convenient transport option for travellers looking to cover that journey; you’ll avoid long waits and get to your destination as quickly as possible.

Editor’s Note

If you're travelling as a group, the price will be cheaper since the price of the taxi can be evenly split.

Useful Tips

To book your ferry online, tickets need to be purchased several days in advance. Closer to the date, tickets can only be purchased in person from ticket counters at the pier.
Although not as common for longer journeys, some Hat Yai taxis may use a taximeter to calculate the fare so it is always best to confirm the price before departing.
Taking an airport taxi rather than the bus will allow you to catch the earliest ferry.

How to get from Hat Yai Airport to Koh Lipe by bus and ferry

The cheapest way to get from Hat Yai Airport to Koh Lipe is to take a shared minivan from the airport to Pak Bara Pier, and then transfer to a ferry to Koh Lipe for a further 90 minutes. In total, the journey takes around 210 minutes, excluding wait times.

How much is the shared minivan and ferry?

A one-way Hat Yai Airport to Koh Lipe transfer by shared minivan costs around €6.50 (THB 250) per person and can be booked online in advance, or directly with a company at the airport. A single ferry ticket from Pak Bara to Koh Lipe costs €15.50 (THB 600) per person and it is best to book online in advance to secure a seat, especially during peak season. Alternatively, ferry tickets can be purchased with cash from a service counter near the pier. The total cost for each person travelling comes to €22 (THB 850).

Cost

€22

Trip Duration

210 Min.

Wait times in between minivan buses range from 15 to 50 minutes. For ferries, the wait time ranges from 30 to 120 minutes.

Convenience
Safety
Value for Money

Minivan services generally run between 08:30 and 11:30. Ferries operate between 09:30 and 13:30.

Where do I take the bus and ferry from?

Shared minivans collect passengers from both the domestic and international Arrival Halls, and the exact pick-up location will be confirmed by your company upon booking. At Pak Bara Pier, check with the ferry company as to which jetty your boat will be departing from.

Convenience

To get from Hat Yai Airport to Koh Lipe, getting a shared minivan before you meet the ferry in Pak Bara is by far the cheapest transfer option, especially if you’re travelling solo. Keep in mind, however, that services don’t run as regularly and if there are any delays due to other passengers, there is a risk of not making it to your ferry on time.

For a comfortable and reliable ride with a guaranteed on-time pickup to ensure you won’t miss your ferry connection, we recommend booking a private transfer in advance.

Editor’s Note

If you arriving to Hat Yai Airport after 12:00, getting to Hat Lipe by minivan may not be possible and you will need to take a taxi or private transfer.

Useful Tips

The baggage allowance on ferries is restricted to 30 kg plus one piece of hand luggage. Anything over this may be charged an excess baggage fee.
During the wet season between May and October, ferries run on a reduced timetable.
Some minivan companies offer a minivan and ferry ticket package you can book together.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I get from Hat Yai Airport to Koh Lipe? 


The main ways to get from Hat Yai Airport to Koh Lipe are first taking a taxi, private transfer, or a shared minivan to Pak Bara. The shared minivan takes around 210 minutes, excluding wait times, while taxis and private transfers are faster at around 200 minutes and have no wait time. Both require a ferry transfer at Pak Bara which takes an additional 90 minutes to reach Koh Lipe.

What’s the cost of a taxi from Hat Yai Airport to Koh Lipe? 


The cost of a taxi from Hat Yai Airport to Pak Bara Pier is €38.80 (THB 1,500) for up to 4 passengers. It is then an additional €15.50 (THB 600) for each person for the ferry across to Koh Lipe.

How far is Koh Lipe from Hat Yai Airport?

The distance between Hat Yai Airport and Koh Lipe is 115 km by road to Pak Bara plus 64 km by sea. The quickest and most reliable way to cover this journey is to arrange a private transfer in advance to Pak Bara with Welcome Pickups, and then take the ferry to Koh Lipe.

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