Ferry Schedule: Ao Nang to Phuket
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Plan your journey from Ao Nang to Phuket with this ferry timetables covering ferry and speedboat options, schedules, and essential travel tips for a smooth 60-kilometer crossing over the Andaman Sea.
Ferry Timetables Nopparat Thara Pier to Phuket
| Operator | Departure (Nopparat Thara Pier) | Arrival (Phuket) | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Green Planet | 11:00 | 12:20 (Bang Rong Pier) | Ferry (Speedboat) |
| Seatran Phuket | 15:00 | 18:00 (Rassada Pier) | Ferry |
Travel Duration
The 60-kilometer journey from Ao Nang to Phuket varies in time based on vessel type and destination. Rassada Pier is right next to Phuket Town and Southern Phuket. Bang Rong Pier is closer to the Airport and the beaches in Northern Phuket:
- Green Planet Speedboat to Bang Rong Pier: 1h 20m
- Seatran Phuket Ferry to Rassada Pier: 3h
Consider additional transfer times for other destinations in Phuket:
- Green Planet transfers: 55m to 1h 40m
- Seatran Phuket transfers: 1h 15m.
Total travel times:
- Green Planet: 2h 15m (Nai Yang Beach) to 3h (Patong, Kata, Karon, Kamala Beach)
- Seatran Phuket: 4h 15m.
Allow buffer time for weather and sea conditions.
Ferry, Speedboat, and Transfer Fares to Phuket
| Operator | Destination | Fare |
|---|---|---|
| Ferry only | ||
| Seatran Phuket | Rassada Pier | THB 650 ($19) |
| Speedboat only | ||
| Green Planet | Bang Rong Pier | THB 1,090 ($32) |
| Speedboat + Transfer | ||
| Green Planet | Nai Yang, Nai Thon, Bangtao, Kamala, Siray | THB 1,200 ($35) |
| Green Planet | Phuket Airport, Patong, Kata, Karon, Phuket Town | THB 1,300 ($38) |
| Ferry + Transfer | ||
| Seatran Phuket | Phuket Airport, Phuket Town, Patong, Kata, Karon | THB 1,350 ($40) |
| Seatran Phuket | Nai Thon, Layan, Mai Khao, Nai Yang | THB 1,600 ($47) |
Consider your budget, time, and final destination when selecting your travel option.
Amenities and Services
There are some differences in comfort when traveling speedboat or ferries:
- Ferries: Air-conditioned cabins, outdoor seating, onboard toilets, and small cafes.
- Speedboats: Open-air seating with life jackets; most of the areas are covered from the sun, but not the wind. Bumpy rides on this fast and small vessels.
Wi-Fi is rare, but the stunning views make up for it.
Transfer Options from Phuket Piers
Green Planet and Seatran Phuket offer transfers from their piers with a minibus to various destinations in Phuket:
Green Planet Transfer Options
- Phuket Airport: 2h 30m
- Patong Beach: 3h
- Kata Karon: 3h
- Phuket Town: 2h 55m
- Nai Yang: 2h 15m
- Nai Thon: 2h 40m
- Bangtao: 2h 45m
- Kamala: 3h
- Siray: 3h
These services save you from arranging separate transport from the pier to your destination.
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