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 Seatran Phuket can be booked online – in an easy and hassle-free manner, without wasting your time visiting the booking office.
Seatran Phuket Main Piers
Here is a list of some of the main piers you can reach with Seatran Phuket ferries. Check the complete station guide before you go:
Saladan Pier
Rassada Pier
Laemtong Koh Phi Phi Transfer
Floating Pier East Railay
Laemtong Koh Phi Phi Transfer
Phuket Transfer
Nopparat Thara Pier
Phuket Airport
Railay Seatran
Ton Sai Pier Koh Phi Phi
Laemtong Pier
Seatran Phuket Popular Destinations
The most popular shipping routes covered by Seatran Phuket include but are not limited to:
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.
The boat trip was really rocky because of the waves but you can’t fault the company for that. Got us there safely though a bit late. I expected to be getting a shared van for the journey from the pier to the airport but was pleasantly surprised for it to be a private taxi. Overall pretty happy
Very happy with the service and it was a very smooth and easy process. Found the details around transport time etc to be quite vague but it ended up being quick and efficient
Ferry Speedboat, Seatran Phuket, Mar 28, 2023
A G
AGNES G
Very rough organization at the beginning for the check-in for this company. No signpost, staff arriving 20 minutes before the departure of the boat, while we were asked to be there 1 hour in advance. It was messy, it generated stress for some passengers.
The boat trip was perfect.
The cab ride between the arrival port and the airport was great. Very professional driver.
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Ferry Speedboat + Minivan, Seatran Phuket, Feb 3, 2023
A A
Ainur A
The ferry is very old and dirty, toilets are very dirty with no lights (it feels like they do not clean them). The vehicle by itself is really dirty, we saw the insects between seats and tables.
Ferry Ferry, Seatran Phuket, Jan 3, 2023
F J
Fredrik J
The boat was not the latest, seats very bad (from a air-plan).
The bag-store and the logistic around that have possibilliy to improve.
The ferry left on time and was in time.
Overall ok tripp.
Ferry Ferry, Seatran Phuket, Jan 2, 2023
C B
Cathal B
Very old ferry. Not much leg room and the organization of the baggage was a nightmare.
Ferry Ferry, Seatran Phuket, Dec 28, 2022
E K
Eduardo K
All things World as expected
Van Ferry + Minivan, Seatran Phuket, Nov 18, 2022
T N
Tatiana N
It was a not same boat like on photo. Chairs stands different. But boat was quick, around 45min.
Ferry Speedboat, Seatran Phuket, Sep 27, 2022
J A
Jose A
Muy puntual, de hecho salió exactamente a la hora indicada. El viaje fue rápido y seguro. nos ayudaron con el equipaje en ambos puertos, y al llegar a Phuket ya estaba esperándonos el taxi para llevarnos al hotel .3583025283014E+43;
The pick up was on time and the check into the boat service was good. However, the crossing was rough and noisy and I felt nauseous.
I would have liked there to be an option for pick up from Phuket airport to get the bus/van to Koh Lanta because we would have preferred that in wet season a lot more.
Ferry Speedboat, Seatran Phuket, Aug 22, 2022
A Y
Andrea Y
Speedboat left on time and driver was friendly and dropped us off at airport in time for our flight
Ferry Speedboat + Minivan, Seatran Phuket, Aug 16, 2022
A Y
Andrea Y
Driver pickup at hotel was early and brought us safely to check in at the pier on time, speedboat left as scheduled as well, smooth journey.
Van Minivan + Speed Boat, Seatran Phuket, Aug 16, 2022
E V
Eva V
Fast, everything on time, luxury van. Was very well arranged.
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Ferry Ferry, Seatran Phuket, Aug 12, 2022
F B
Federica B
The ferry left 30 minutes later and at the arrive at Rassada Pier there was some confusion with the driver, he came back with a wrong person in the car and then got me.
Ferry Ferry, Seatran Phuket, Jul 5, 2022
M F
Mary F
Straight forward no issues
Ferry Ferry, Seatran Phuket, Apr 3, 2022
C J
Christian J
It was a bit complicated at the beginning. The whole trip was not operated by only company, but join operations. After 2 calls, everything was clear. The transfer was very smooth.
Ferry Ferry, Seatran Phuket, Jan 3, 2022
Y N
Yuko N
It was stress-free, very comfy experience.
Ferry Speedboat, Seatran Phuket, Dec 14, 2021
M B
Mateusz B
it was very loud if earplugs were distributed it would be great.
Ferry Speedboat, Seatran Phuket, Dec 10, 2021
J F
James F
6 minutes late and a hot wait. Once the boat started going it was great.
Ferry Speedboat, Seatran Phuket, Apr 14, 2021
I J
Ivanka J
Everything was ok.
Ferry High Speed Ferry, Seatran Phuket, Mar 10, 2020
F J
FRANCISCO J
The trip was fine but the ship left more than half an hour late.
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Ferry High Speed Ferry, Seatran Phuket, Jan 20, 2020
A M
Alberto M
Ok
Ferry High Speed Ferry, Seatran Phuket, Jan 5, 2020
Y O
Yure O
The staff was very kind with us and we didn't have any problem.
Ferry Ferry, Seatran Phuket, Dec 23, 2019
A R
Alan R
This was our 3rd booking through 12go and everyone has been spot on.
Only slight criticism from a customers point of view on this trip it wasn't obvious where to exchange the booking voucher for the ticket Which is part way along Tonsai Pier and getting the taxi to the hotel looked chaotic but we arrived at our destination with no issues.
Ferry High Speed Ferry, Seatran Phuket, Dec 10, 2019
R D
Roma D
Wszystko ok. Rejs odbył się punktualnie.
Ferry High Speed Ferry, Seatran Phuket, Dec 4, 2019
C B
Carlos B
All good. Easy boarding. A little chaos at check-in (typical Thai, nothing special) but the crossing and arrival without any mishap and on time.
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Ferry Ferry, Seatran Phuket, Oct 30, 2019
K O
Kristen O
Fast service, fast ferry.
Ferry High Speed Ferry, Seatran Phuket, Oct 8, 2019
T M
Teri M
Beautiful place to stay!
Ferry High Speed Ferry, Seatran Phuket, Sep 9, 2019
T P
Tito P
El ferry salió a tiempo a pesar de haber tormenta no fue muy movido .un poco sucio pero como casi todos los ferrys .el aire acondicionado demasiado alto.
Ferry Ferry, Seatran Phuket, Aug 31, 2019
C F
christophe F
Please arrive at least 30 minutes before the departure time of the boat.On the spot, easy to take care of and pleasant staff.
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Ferry Ferry, Seatran Phuket, Jul 14, 2019
D C
Dan C
Van Minivan + Speed Boat, Seatran Phuket, Apr 12, 2024
T V
Telson V
Van Minivan + Ferry, Seatran Phuket, Mar 7, 2024
J S
Joana S
Ferry Ferry, Seatran Phuket, Mar 4, 2024
S L
Sally L
Ferry Ferry, Seatran Phuket, Jan 29, 2024
T S
Tatiane S
Ferry Speedboat + Minivan, Seatran Phuket, Jan 22, 2024
P A
Paul A
Ferry Speedboat + Minivan, Seatran Phuket, Jan 8, 2024
L
Lily
Ferry Speedboat, Seatran Phuket, Nov 22, 2023
P S
Pandurang S
Ferry Ferry, Seatran Phuket, Sep 10, 2023
O M
Odette M
Ferry Ferry, Seatran Phuket, Aug 22, 2023
J B
Jennie B
Ferry Speedboat + Minivan, Seatran Phuket, May 9, 2023