Koh Yao Sun Smile

4.5
699 customer reviews
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  • Schedule and Timetable

About Koh Yao Sun Smile

While some islands are now reachable by plane or are connected to the mainland with a bridge, ferries remain the only way to reach some of the most beautiful and amazing islands, hidden beaches, or other seaside destinations. Larger and slower car ferries carry vehicles and passengers around the world, but in certain cases, you will need to opt for a smaller yet faster express high speedboat or catamaran to reach your destination. While the latter does save you time, caution should be taken if you are prone to seasickness. When the sea is, rough high-speed boats which actually cut the waves are a better option than catamarans that ride the waves instead hence turning your journey into a rock-and-roll trip. To prevent or beat motion sickness, we recommend taking a special medication – consult your doctor prior to the journey. While on board, grab a seat on an open-air deck wherever possible.

Ferry trips offered by Koh Yao Sun Smile can be booked online – in an easy and hassle-free manner, without wasting your time visiting the booking office.

Koh Yao Sun Smile Main Piers

Here is a list of some of the main piers you can reach with Koh Yao Sun Smile ferries. Check the complete station guide before you go:

  • Manoh Pier
  • Bang Rong Pier Phuket
  • Paradise Koh Yao Resort
  • Phuket Airport
  • Koh Yao Noi Transfer
  • Koh Phi Phi
  • Krabi Airport
  • Laem Sai Pier
  • Koh Yao Yai Transfer
  • Krabi Town Transfer
  • Bang Rong Pier
  • Ao Nang Transfer except Krabi Town and Railay
  • TreeHouse Villas
  • Chong Lard Pier
  • Railay East
  • Nopparat Thara Pier

Koh Yao Sun Smile Ferry Types & Tickets Prices

High-speed fast ferries always hit the hardest on your pocket. If you need to save money, check whether some slower options are available on your route – usually the rates are much more affordable. It is a rule of thumb to check the length of the trip before booking. On longer routes, the difference in travel time can be huge. Note that not all ticket fares or classes are always available on any route. During peak seasons it is a good idea to make your booking in advance as the availability of more expensive private cabins is often limited. Opting for walk-in tickets on the most popular routes during these periods can result in long waiting queues. Some destinations have more than one pier or different piers for different ferry companies hence goes the recommendation to check the pier you leave from/dock at before your trip. Leave enough time before the departure to find your boat and check in. These procedures may take up to a couple of hours on international routes. Last but not least, some piers impose their own ‘pier fee’ on all arriving passengers. This fee is normally not included in your ticket price – keep this in mind.

Travel by Ferry: Pros & Cons

Pros of Ferry Travel

  • Taking a ship allows you to get to some of the islands, beaches, or seaside destinations which otherwise cannot be reached. While ferry travels can be time-consuming and sometimes make you suffer from sea sickness, the possibility of visiting the most paradise, secret, off-the-beaten-track destinations they bring you to usually compensates.
  • Ferry tickets can be booked online. It saves you time and secures your travel itinerary goes as planned. The advanced booking option is especially convenient when travelling during peak season periods, national holidays, or long weekends when there is high demand for tickets and on routes served by a limited number of vessels.
  • On some routes, you are able to choose the class of the ticket or cabin. There are private compartments or standard cabins with a number of extras included or not. Always check the conditions of your fare to take most of your trip.
  • Ferry travel is always fun. It allows you to see the places you visit or just pass by from a different angle. The majority of places look terrific – and totally different! – when viewed from the water. Sailing provides a great opportunity to shoot nice and unique pics and videos – do jump at it!

Cons of Ferry Travel

  • The major concern while travelling by water is motion sickness, which is a very annoying and unpleasant thing. Even if you have never experienced it before, there is no guarantee that the next ferry trip will run smoothly as well. Rough seas and speedboat journeys can make even the strongest stomachs beg for mercy. Follow our recommendations above and take your medicine half an hour prior to your trip. Taking a light meal before travel also helps – more chances to get seasick with an empty stomach.
  • Delays and cancellations are common for ferry trips as they highly depend on weather and sea conditions. It especially concerns travel during shoulder months or off-season. Rains, mossy seas, and stormy weather may interfere with your travel itinerary – try to keep it flexible and do not plan tight flight connections even during the ‘usually-good-weather’ season.
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Koh Yao Sun Smile Popular Routes

Koh Phi Phi - Ao Nang
11:00, 13:00, 15:00
Krabi - Koh Phi Phi
Ferry Speedboat
10:00, 12:00, 14:00
Ferry Van + Speedboat
08:40, 09:40, 10:40, 11:40, 12:40, 13:40
Ferry Taxi + Speedboat
09:40, 11:40, 13:40
Phuket - Koh Yao Yai
Taxi Private Speedboat 10pax
Taxi Private Speedboat 20pax
Taxi Van + Speedboat + Taxi
Taxi Van + Speedboat
Taxi Speedboat
Taxi Speedboat + Taxi
Koh Yao Yai - Phuket
Ferry Taxi + Speedboat
06:30, 10:30, 13:00, 15:00
Ferry Speedboat
06:30, 10:30, 13:00, 15:00
Koh Phi Phi - Railay
11:00, 13:00, 15:00
Phuket - Koh Yao Noi
Taxi Private Speedboat 20pax
Taxi Private Speedboat 10pax
Taxi Speedboat
Taxi Van + Speedboat
Taxi Van + Speedboat + Taxi
Taxi Speedboat + Taxi
Phuket - Ao Nang
09:30, 11:00
Koh Yao Yai - Ao Nang
09:00, 11:00, 13:00
Ao Nang - Koh Phi Phi
09:40, 11:40, 13:40
Ao Nang - Koh Yao Noi
Taxi Private Speedboat 10pax
Taxi Private Speedboat 20pax
Taxi Speedboat
Koh Yao Noi - Ao Nang
09:10, 11:10, 13:10
Koh Yao Noi - Phuket
Ferry Speedboat
06:15, 10:15, 12:45, 14:45, 15:00
Ferry Taxi + Speedboat
06:15, 06:30, 10:15, 12:45, 14:45
Krabi - Phuket
Ferry Speedboat
11:40, 13:40
Ferry Taxi + Speedboat
12:00, 14:00
Ao Nang - Koh Yao Yai
Taxi Private Speedboat 10pax
Taxi Private Speedboat 20pax
Taxi Speedboat
Koh Phi Phi - Koh Yao Yai
11:00, 13:00, 15:00
Koh Yao Yai - Koh Phi Phi
09:00, 11:00, 13:00
Koh Phi Phi - Koh Yao Noi
11:00, 13:00, 15:00
Koh Yao Noi - Koh Phi Phi
09:10, 11:10, 13:10
Phuket - Railay
09:30, 11:00
Ao Nang - Phuket
12:00, 14:00, 16:00
Krabi - Koh Yao Yai
Ferry Speedboat
11:40, 13:40, 15:40
Ferry Van + Speedboat
11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00
Ferry Taxi + Speedboat
12:00, 14:00, 16:00
Krabi - Koh Yao Noi
Ferry Speedboat
11:40, 13:40, 15:40
Ferry Van + Speedboat
11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00
Ferry Taxi + Speedboat
12:00, 14:00, 16:00
Koh Yao Yai - Railay
09:00, 11:00, 13:00
Koh Yao Noi - Railay
09:10, 11:10, 13:10
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Koh Yao Sun Smile Schedule & Timetable

ClassDeparture StationArrival StationDepartureArrivalTravel time
SpeedboatNopparat Thara PierKoh Phi Phi11:0012:001h 0m
SpeedboatNopparat Thara PierKoh Phi Phi13:0014:001h 0m
SpeedboatNopparat Thara PierKoh Phi Phi15:0016:001h 0m
SpeedboatTon Sai Pier Koh Phi PhiRailay East10:0010:300h 30m
SpeedboatTon Sai Pier Koh Phi PhiRailay East14:0014:300h 30m
SpeedboatTon Sai Pier Koh Phi PhiRailay East12:0012:300h 30m
SpeedboatChong Lard PierBang Rong Pier11:0011:300h 30m
SpeedboatChong Lard PierBang Rong Pier13:3014:000h 30m
SpeedboatChong Lard PierBang Rong Pier17:0017:300h 30m
SpeedboatChong Lard PierBang Rong Pier09:3010:000h 30m
SpeedboatFloating Pier East RailayKoh Phi Phi15:0015:400h 40m
SpeedboatFloating Pier East RailayKoh Phi Phi13:0013:400h 40m
SpeedboatFloating Pier East RailayKoh Phi Phi11:0011:400h 40m
SpeedboatNopparat Thara PierKoh Yao Yai Transfer13:0013:400h 40m
SpeedboatNopparat Thara PierKoh Yao Yai Transfer11:0011:400h 40m
SpeedboatNopparat Thara PierKoh Yao Yai Transfer09:0009:400h 40m
SpeedboatBang Rong PierChong Lard Pier15:0015:300h 30m
SpeedboatBang Rong PierChong Lard Pier13:0013:300h 30m
SpeedboatBang Rong PierChong Lard Pier10:3011:000h 30m
SpeedboatBang Rong PierChong Lard Pier06:3007:000h 30m
SpeedboatNopparat Thara PierBang Rong Pier11:0013:402h 40m
SpeedboatNopparat Thara PierBang Rong Pier09:3012:102h 40m
SpeedboatNopparat Thara PierKoh Yao Noi Transfer11:1011:400h 30m
SpeedboatNopparat Thara PierKoh Yao Noi Transfer09:1009:400h 30m
SpeedboatNopparat Thara PierKoh Yao Noi Transfer13:1013:400h 30m
SpeedboatTon Sai Pier Koh Phi PhiAo Nang Transfer except Krabi Town and Railay09:4010:300h 50m
SpeedboatTon Sai Pier Koh Phi PhiAo Nang Transfer except Krabi Town and Railay11:4012:300h 50m
SpeedboatTon Sai Pier Koh Phi PhiAo Nang Transfer except Krabi Town and Railay13:4014:300h 50m
SpeedboatManoh PierAo Nang Transfer except Krabi Town and Railay16:0016:300h 30m
SpeedboatManoh PierAo Nang Transfer except Krabi Town and Railay14:0014:300h 30m

Koh Yao Sun Smile Stations

Manoh PierBang Rong Pier PhuketParadise Koh Yao ResortPhuket AirportKoh Yao Noi TransferKoh Phi PhiKrabi AirportLaem Sai PierKoh Yao Yai TransferKrabi Town TransferBang Rong PierAo Nang Transfer except Krabi Town and RailayTreeHouse VillasChong Lard PierRailay EastNopparat Thara Pier

Koh Yao Sun Smile Company Reviews

R F
The whole trip was really well planned. We booked last minute the night before and the booking had been received by the following morning. Clear instructions were given as to check in time and meeting points. Bags were all loaded and unloaded at the right destination and the crew were really helpful.
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Mar 24, 2024
G P
Well organised, great transfer, thanks guys
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Mar 16, 2024
L O
The boat had too many people on it, some of whom didn't have a seat
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Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Mar 15, 2024
D P
Good overall experience.
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Mar 4, 2024
M Z
The speedboat was almost on time and very comfortable.
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Mar 2, 2024
I
Perfect service, everything went smooth and easy
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Feb 29, 2024
J M
Efficient and practical, everything you need for a great island vacation.
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Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Feb 21, 2024
R R
Smooth crossing, no complaints.
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Jan 13, 2024
S B
The Bus driver wasn‘t very friendly and drove very dangerously. The boat had over 40min delay and was overbooked, not everybody was able to sit down
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Jan 8, 2024
G R
Driver was on time and it was a plea sent drive. We also left a bag with valuable items in the car and we were able to contact Grab and the driver contacted us to return the items. Excellent service by Grab and the driver.
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Jan 6, 2024
C H
The journey duration is wrong, it’s probably about 2.5 hours, but overall a really good service. Great communication.
Ferry Van + Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Jan 1, 2024
K H
The van was an hour late and then we waited quite awhile for a boat. Some people got to go earlier. The WhatsApp person was VERY helpful though so it wasn't nearly as stressful as it could have been. The van was very fancy.
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Dec 30, 2023
A K
All just perfect!
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Dec 24, 2023
J A
The boat was delayed, was told to wait in an area and no one provided info while we were waiting. We approached the ticket office and quickly escorted to the boat, we almost missed had we not asked.
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Dec 23, 2023
R
We have been collected 30 minutes before departure of the speedboat in our hotel. The boat was pretty full, but everyone had a place to seat.
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Dec 10, 2023
M D
operator on time, everything well. maybe a photo of the type of van that will pick you up would be helpful. I was about to get into the wrong truck.
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Dec 7, 2023
Z
On time
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Dec 5, 2023
M P
The boat got stuck on the sand while leaving the pier. All the people in the back seats got dirt on their backs (black sand). After several tries and 30 minutes late we managed to arrive to Phi phi island.
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Nov 26, 2023
P H
Friendly staff and leaving on time. So overall good. But too many people in the boat.
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Nov 22, 2023
H W
I booked only an hour before and therefore wasn’t collected (totally understandable). They sorted everything no problem and put me on the ferry that same day and refunded the difference. For this I have to give a good review.
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Nov 20, 2023
J
Pick-up fine, decent boat. However, boat was too full, zero life jackets to be seen. But we didn’t die so there’s that.
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Oct 12, 2023
C L
It was just amazing, amazing tour amazing guides amazing vibes &#1.8123926056639E+23; thank you
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Oct 12, 2023
M
If you get motion sick bring a puke bag with you. Extremely bumpy ride. At first everyone was laughing at how comically bumpy it was, but half way through everyone felt and looked miserable. We did get there though so that's something.
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Sep 28, 2023
K
The journey was effortless even the changing of boats the operators were informative and on hand to help.
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Sep 25, 2023
M K
The check-in was a bit unconventional but fast, the pier was just a sand beach und we didn’t really get much information from the operator. But he had a good overview and everybody arrived where they were supposed to be - on time. It started to heavily rain and “storm” while the crossing and the captain slowed down and drove very carefully, so we always felt safe. The boat was in great condition, not crowded and we even received water for the just 40min drive. On board the operator gave us some Information what island we were seeing and clearly told everybody who needs to leave where, since we had 3 stops in total (Yao Noi, Yao Yai and Phuket)
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Sep 16, 2023
P M
50 people is too many for that speedboat
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Aug 26, 2023
J N
Efficient from start to finish.
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Aug 16, 2023
P F
Everything was perfect, the transfer from the hotel and the boat to the destination And on time
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Aug 16, 2023
J O
C'était une belle balade, mais je suis à l'aise sur les bateaux. Je recommande la Dramamine si vous avez le mal de mer.
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Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Aug 1, 2023
J P
We enjoyed our boat trip and got picked up at the other end to go to our hotel. All happened easily and on time.
Ferry Speedboat + Taxi, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Jul 21, 2023
J V
Good service, thank you
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Jul 20, 2023
E M
Easy, clear, fast.
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Jul 12, 2023
V A
Pickup on time. 1 luggage per person. Must be able to carry the rest. Transfer to hotel is not offered but taxi is usually waiting at pier. Confirm price with taxi before getting on. It has been 100 baht historically and with my ride. Do not sit in the back if it looks rainy. Sit in the middle if prone to motion sickness. Very stable. Expect boat to leave pier 10-15 minute late as they must de-board passengers.
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Jun 29, 2023
S M
The pickup and the journey was very good. The boat seemed a bit too crowded, but overall a good organization.
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Jun 25, 2023
M
Everything was 👍 Very nice adventure Very good guide &#2.3708862293677E+24;
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Jun 8, 2023
A B
Fast but not comfortable
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, May 21, 2023
E C
Smooth ride and made it in less than an hour
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, May 13, 2023
D K
Unfortunately, the journey had several stops, hence the long journey. Staff was nice, there was free water on departure on Koh Phi Phi and in between.
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, May 12, 2023
D
The speedboat was stop in two place between Phi Phi and Yao Yai so trip was long. But the views were beautiful!
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, May 8, 2023
A A
Quick ride from ko phi phi to railey
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Apr 30, 2023
S
Smooth fast transfer
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Apr 28, 2023
K
Everything was well organized. Nothing to think about !
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Apr 24, 2023
D
Flexible in changing one Speedboot earlier as booked and in time, great and professional
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Apr 23, 2023
I M
This company and their reps are great. Always willing to give you information. Boat was on time and journey was pleasant.
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Mar 27, 2023
J V
On the spot we were offered to take a boat at 1.30 p.m. instead of 5 p.m., great!
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Ferry Speedboat + Taxi, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Mar 26, 2023
R I
Fast trip and efficient staff. Even though the boat was full and we stopped more than announced, we had a great trip.
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Ferry Speedboat + Taxi, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Mar 23, 2023
O S
Great boat, smooth journey. Would be nice next time to know how many stops.. We were about 30 mins late to arrive..
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Mar 23, 2023
D
Little delay seem due to passenger not in time for embarkment on boat. The travel was nethertheless good.
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Mar 21, 2023
D F
It was at Time .good trip
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Mar 21, 2023
G E
Excellent service however be aware that you may need to swap boats we weren’t expecting this, had an hour wait on a nice island which broke up the journey and allowed for a rest
Ferry Speedboat, Koh Yao Sun Smile, Mar 20, 2023
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