How To Get From Thailand to Langkawi by Ferry

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Are you in Southern Thailand and looking to take a ferry to Langkawi? Well, we’re here to walk you through the two options you have on how to get to Langkawi, Malaysia from Thailand by ferry.

Thailand to Langkawi by Ferry

If you are in Thailand and want to travel by ferry to Langkawi, you can do so from the island of Koh Lipe or from the city of Satun.

Thailand to Langkawi by Ferry

Option 1: Koh Lipe to Langkawi Ferry

Langkawi is approximately 30 km / 19 miles from Koh Lipe, Thailand. The ferry ride from Koh Lipe to Langkawi takes about 90 minutes when all said and done.

Koh Lipe Ferry Schedule & Price

The ferry from Koh Lipe to Langkawi runs several times a day but only operates during the high-season which is early October – early June. However, the exact dates vary from year to year – it’s Asia, get used to things be a little wonky 🙂

The cost for the ferry from Koh Lipe to Langkawi ranges from 110.00RM – 128.00RM which is roughly $26 – $31 USDs.

Koh Lipe Ferry Tickets

You can book your ferry tickets to Langkawi directly through your accommodation on Koh Lipe or online through 12go Asia.

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Please understand weather is unpredictable so booking this route on the cusp of the rainy season could be a bit risky. Once the weather starts to turn, the seas become choppy and the route from Koh Lipe to Langkawi is no longer is an option.

Leaving Koh Lipe

Once you have your ticket and departure date, you’ll head to the Koh Lipe immigration offices which are located on Pattaya Beach.

You’ll get stamped out of Thailand and then taken to the ferry. You’ll have to take a long-tail boat transfer to the ferry as ferries can not get close enough to Koh Lipe to pick up passengers directly.

This long-tail boat transfer will cost about 50 baht.

Please note, some operators include this fee in their ticket price. Be sure you know what you have and have not paid for to ensure you don’t pay an additional 50 baht.

Option 2: Satun to Langkawi Ferry

Satun is a city located in the “deep south” of Thailand and serves as a ferry access point to several of the southernmost Thai islands in the Andaman Sea. Satun is also your second option in catching a ferry from Thailand to Langkawi.

Ferries from Satun depart from Tammalang Pier. This is where you will get stamped out of Thailand and board your ferry to Langkawi.

Satun Ferry Schedule & Price

Ferries depart everyday from Satun for Langkawi and run 2 to 4 times a day depending on the month/season. The trip takes about an hour and a half and costs about 300 baht / 30 RM for a one-way ticket. This is about $10 USDs.

Satun Ferry Tickets

If you are interested in this option, our advice is to book this with your accommodation in Thailand as there is no online site to book through.

If you don’t book through your accommodation, you book directly with Tammalang Pier upon your arrival. We do recommend booking with your accommodation as they will ensure you have a reservation and transfers to the ferry terminal.

Important Things To Know When Arriving in Langkawi

Before setting foot on Langkawi soil, you may find the below tip useful.

  • Know that Malaysia is one hour ahead of Thailand
  • Kuah Jetty is the main ferry terminal in Langkawi and once you arrive, you’ll be surrounded by loads of Duty Free shopping
  • Once you arrive on Langkawi, there are exchange counters and ATMs for you to get your Malaysian Riggits (Malaysian Riggits is the Malaysian currency)
  • Make sure you have all documents needed for your Visa. Once at the Langkawi Ferry Port or Airport, you will need to hand over those documents in order to get stamped into the country

US citizens, your Malaysian visa requirements are below. For all other citizens, you can reference your Visa requirements right here.

MALAYSIAN VISAS FOR USA CITIZENS:
US Citizens are eligible for a 90-day free Visa on Arrival
A valid US passport
2 passport sizes photos
No visa fee

Where To Stay On Langkawi

For The Budget Conscious: If you are wanting to stay with a sweet family, you need to book your stay at Tokmann Inn. Yati and Mas are kind, amazing hosts who will take absolute care of you during your time on Langkawi. Their accommodation is clean and a short walk to the a Pantai beach and one you soon wont forget. This is a great way to experience local culture!

For The Luxury Inclined: Looking for a beach front resort & spa? Look no further than Meritus Pelangi Beach Resort And Spa is your spot. From cozy seaside chalets to beautiful gardens and a pool, Meritus is luxury waiting for you.

For Something In Between: The Smith House is tucked away from the beach, but no worries, the pool on site makes up for it along with the amazing breakfast and friendly staff.

For more places to stay on Langkawi you can check out the latest places and prices here.

Things to Do and See in Langkawi

Langkawi is a very popular Malaysia holiday destination because there is something exciting to do every day. Langkawi offers everything you want for a holiday including new foods and drinks to try, new sights to see, exciting things to do, and new places to explore.

Check out some of the best things to do when you get off the ferry terminal.

Ride the Langkawi Cable Car

This cable car ride will take you to the top of Mat Cincang Mountain. On this 15 minute trip, you will enjoy breathtaking views of the island, rainforests, and waterfalls. The cable car ride peaks at 708 meters and is one of the most scenic adventures to enjoy in Langkawi.

The Langkawi Skycab

The Mangrove Tour

The Mangrove tour is a 2 – 3 hour boat tour that takes you all over the mangrove swamps. You can even get off the boat in some areas to explore these swamps by foot and see nature up close and personal. On the boating tour, you will get to see lots of caves, limpid pools, and forest.

Just keep in mind that Southeast Asia gets hot and humid, so be sure to dress appropriately for the trip.

Enjoy Lots of Water Sports

The beaches in Langkawi are lovely and Pantai Cenang is one of the best to visit if you love to enjoy lots of water sports such as jet-skiing, sunset cruises, snorkeling, swimming, or rides on banana boats. Every day at the beach is an adventure when you visit this glorious land.

For more things to see and do in Langkawi, check out our complete visitors guide

langkawi boat tour

These are just a few of the many things to do when you visit Langkawi. The island offers many waterfalls to explore, sights to see, hiking trails to try, and there are 104 small islands to marvel at when you take the boat tours.

It is one of the coolest islands in the world to visit and ideally, you should stay here for several days just so you can try and see everything this holiday destination has to offer.

WANT MORE INFORMATION ON MALAYSIA?!

The Ultimate Travel Guide To Langkawi, Malaysia

Your Complete Travel Guide To The Perhentian Islands

Your Complete City Guide To Georgetown in Penang, Malaysia


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