Krabi to Phi Phi Don: Ferry Transfer 2 Hours Open Sea

Two hours across open water, no car needed, no negotiation at the dock

You arrive at Klong Jilad Pier, check in, and board a large ferry that carries 500 passengers across the Andaman in two hours. The ticket covers your seat and access to the onboard restroom. You land in Phi Phi Tonsai without arranging a private boat or negotiating transport at the dock. Wheelchair accessible, suitable for families with infants and strollers.

Step-by-step itinerary

Ferry transfer from Krabi to Phi Phi

• Meet at Krabi Klong Jilad Pier
• Check in for ferry boarding
• Board Royal Jet Cruiser ferry
• Travel 2 hours to Ko Phi Phi Don
• Arrive at Phi Phi Tonsai Pier

The experience

"The boat, she leaves on time: always," the ticket agent at Klong Jilad Pier told me, tapping her clipboard with the certainty of someone who has watched thousands of passengers board the Royal Jet Cruiser. That reliability matters when you land in Krabi with luggage and a ferry window to catch. The ferry from Krabi to Phi Phi Don runs a straightforward route: check in at the pier, board when called, and settle in for two hours across the Andaman Sea. The boat handles up to 500 passengers, which means no cramped speedboat or overbooked longtail. Just a large, stable vessel built for the crossing.

You meet at Klong Jilad Pier, go through check-in, and board according to the departure schedule. The journey itself is the transport. There are no stops or detours, just the open sea between Krabi and Phi Phi Tonsai. The ferry has a restroom onboard, which matters on a two-hour crossing. Families travel this route regularly: infants can sit on a lap, strollers are allowed, and the boat is wheelchair accessible if you need that accommodation. The whole thing is built around getting you there safely and on schedule, not around selling you a story about the voyage.

This works because you don't have to arrange a private longtail, negotiate with a driver at the pier, or piece together minibus connections. The ferry ticket is your transport sorted. You show up, board, and arrive in Phi Phi with your luggage and your plans intact. Public transport options are nearby if you need to reach the pier from your Krabi hotel, but the ferry itself is the single, fixed leg of the journey.

What’s included

Your transfer includes the ferry ticket from Krabi Klong Jilad Pier to Phi Phi Tonsai and access to the restroom onboard during the two-hour crossing. Check-in and boarding are handled at the pier according to the departure schedule.

Options for this experience

2 options

Tonsai on Phi Phi to Krabi Klong JiladGuide in English · Available from 8 Dec · 10:30 and 15:30Typical length: 2 hours

Ferry transfer running from Krabi Klong Jilad Pier to Phi Phi TonsaiGuide in English · 09:00 and 13:30

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Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 09:00, 10:30, 13:30 and 15:30

Book up toStart time

AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (4 to 11 years) · Infant (under 4): free

GroupUp to 300

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 16 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Andaman Wave Master

Is this one for you?Right choice if you need reliable transport from Krabi to Phi Phi without arranging a private boat or negotiating with drivers at the pier. The two-hour crossing is the trade-off for a fixed schedule and a boat built to handle families, luggage, and wheelchairs without fuss.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 11 years); Infant (under 4): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

How long is the ferry from Krabi to Phi Phi Don?

Two hours across open sea on the Royal Jet Cruiser.

What is included in the ferry ticket?

Ferry passage from Krabi Klong Jilad Pier to Phi Phi Tonsai and access to the onboard restroom.

Can I bring a stroller or wheelchair on the ferry?

Yes. Strollers are allowed, and the ferry is wheelchair accessible. Infants can sit on an adult's lap.

How many passengers does the ferry carry?

Up to 500 passengers per crossing.

Where do I check in for the ferry?

At Klong Jilad Pier in Krabi. Check-in happens before boarding at the departure time.

What happens if I arrive late for check-in?

The ferry departs on schedule. Arrive early enough to complete check-in before your departure time.