How to Get to Koh Phi Phi: Ferry Routes from Phuket and Krabi

Koh Phi Phi is an island arrival. There is no airport on Phi Phi Don and no road bridge from the mainland, so most travelers reach the island by ferry or speedboat from Phuket, Krabi, Ao Nang or nearby islands. The practical decision is not whether you need a boat. It is which departure point fits your flight, hotel location, luggage and arrival time.

This guide keeps the planning simple. Use it to compare the main routes, then confirm the current timetable directly with your operator before booking, especially in rainy season or when sea conditions are uncertain.

The short answer

If you are coming from Phuket, the most common route is a scheduled boat from Rassada Pier in Phuket Town to Ton Sai Pier on Koh Phi Phi. If you are coming from Krabi, travelers commonly use Krabi-area piers such as Ao Nang’s Nopparat Thara Pier or other Krabi departure points, depending on the operator and season. Some services also connect Phi Phi with Railay, Koh Lanta and other Andaman destinations.

Schedules, prices and operating days change. Treat third-party listings as planning leads, then check the operator’s current booking page before you commit.

Arriving from Phuket

Phuket is often the easiest starting point for international travelers because of Phuket International Airport and the island’s broad hotel base. From Phuket, ferry and speedboat services usually depart from Rassada Pier near Phuket Town.

A Phuket route can make sense if:

• your flight lands in Phuket,
• you are spending a night in Phuket before Phi Phi,
• you want the largest choice of onward transport from the airport,
• your return journey also leaves from Phuket.

Operators such as Andaman Wave Master, Phi Phi Cruiser and Aonang Travel & Tour publish Phuket–Phi Phi services or route information. Aonang Travel & Tour’s public route table, for example, lists Phuket Town to Koh Phi Phi from Rassada Pier, but travelers should still re-check the live booking page because boat times can change.

Arriving from Krabi or Ao Nang

Krabi can be a convenient starting point if your trip already includes Ao Nang, Railay, Krabi Town or the wider Krabi coast. Some travelers prefer Krabi because the mainland transfer can be shorter from certain Krabi hotels, while others choose it because they are combining Phi Phi with Railay or Koh Lanta.

Aonang Travel & Tour publishes Ao Nang to Koh Phi Phi and Koh Phi Phi to Ao Nang ferry options through Nopparat Thara Pier and Ton Sai Pier. This is useful for travelers staying in Ao Nang before or after Phi Phi.

Krabi routing can make sense if:

• you are already staying in Ao Nang, Railay or Krabi Town,
• your flight lands at Krabi Airport,
• you are building a multi-stop Andaman itinerary,
• you want to avoid backtracking through Phuket.

The main caution is the same: verify the exact pier and schedule. “Krabi to Phi Phi” may refer to different local departure points depending on the company.

Ferry or speedboat?

Both options can work. Choose based on your comfort and timing, not only the headline journey time.

A ferry is usually the calmer choice for travelers with luggage, families or anyone who prefers more space. It may take longer, but it is often easier for a first arrival.

A speedboat may be faster and can be useful when the timing fits, but it is more exposed to sea movement. If you are prone to seasickness or traveling with bulky bags, compare the details carefully before choosing.

In either case, ask the operator what is included: pier transfer, hotel pickup on the mainland, luggage allowance, check-in time, refund policy and what happens if sea conditions disrupt service.

What happens when you arrive at Ton Sai Pier

Ton Sai Pier is the main arrival point for Koh Phi Phi Don. From there, the central village is designed around walking. Blu Monkey Phi Phi Island’s own website notes that Phi Phi has no cars and describes the hotel as about a 10–15 minute walk from the pier, with most of the way paved and flat.

That does not mean every island stay is equally easy with luggage. Some remote beaches require longtail boat transfers or steeper walks. For Blu Monkey Phi Phi Island, pack as if you will walk from the pier to your room: lighter luggage, wheels that can handle uneven surfaces and a day bag for essentials.

For island orientation before you book, read the Koh Phi Phi travel guide. It explains why Phi Phi Don works differently from mainland beach destinations.

Booking checklist before you travel

Before you pay for a ticket, confirm these details with the operator:

• departure pier and arrival pier,
• current departure time and check-in time,
• whether your service is ferry, cruiser, speedboat or combined transfer,
• luggage allowance and handling,
• child pricing or family requirements, if relevant,
• cancellation or rescheduling rules,
• weather disruption policy,
• whether mainland hotel pickup is included,
• whether you need printed tickets or can show a mobile confirmation.

This is especially important in low season or during unsettled weather. Operator pages and booking engines are the best sources for the same-day answer.

How Blu Monkey Phi Phi Island fits the arrival plan

Blu Monkey Phi Phi Island is listed at 51/1 Moo 7, Phi Phi Island, Muang, Krabi 81000, and the official contact page provides the hotel’s reservation phone, email and map area. After booking your ferry, keep the hotel’s Contact Us page handy so you can confirm location details before arrival.

If you are choosing a room before buying boat tickets, check the Rooms page as well. Families or friends carrying more luggage may prefer a room type that gives them more space once they arrive.

A simple arrival plan

For most first-time visitors, the smoothest plan looks like this:

1. choose Phuket or Krabi based on your flight and previous night’s stay;
2. book a ferry or speedboat with a verified operator;
3. confirm the exact pier and check-in time;
4. pack light enough to walk after arrival;
5. save the hotel address and contact page;
6. arrive at Ton Sai Pier with enough daylight to find your way comfortably.

Koh Phi Phi rewards travelers who keep the first day simple. Get the ferry right, keep your luggage manageable and leave the island exploring for after you have checked in.