Island in Phang Nga, Thailand
Getting around Koh Yao Noi
How to get around Koh Yao Noi
Reach Koh Yao Noi by longtail or speedboat from Bang Rong pier on Phuket or Tha Len pier in Krabi. On the island, scooters, songthaews and motorbike taxis connect the villages.
Ways to get around Koh Yao Noi
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Longtail boat from Bang Rong (Phuket) | About 100–200 THB | About 30–45 min; runs several times a day |
| Boat from Tha Len (Krabi) | About 150–300 THB | About 30–45 min; speedboats and longtails run daily |
| Songthaew / motorbike taxi | About 50–200 THB | Few vehicles; agree the price first |
Taxis in Koh Yao Noi
- No ride-hailing apps operate here. No ride apps. Use homestay-arranged pickups, motorbike taxis or rental scooters; agree boat fares ahead.
Arriving in Koh Yao Noi
Phuket International (HKT)
About 1.25 h by taxi (900–1,200 THB) to Bang Rong pier, then longtail 100–200 THB.
Krabi International (KBV)
About 1 h by taxi (800–1,000 THB) to Tha Len pier, then boat 150–300 THB.
Driving and onward travel
- Scooters: Rented for 250–400 THB a day; roads are mostly quiet but some are rough. Police checks are rare.
- Driving: on the left. Drive with your home licence plus a 1949-Convention IDP; scooters need the motorcycle category or police fine you.
- Onward travel in Thailand: Cheap domestic flights link main cities; overnight sleeper trains run Bangkok–Chiang Mai and south; VIP buses, minivans and ferries cover the rest.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Koh Yao Noi?
No ride-hailing apps work here. No ride apps. Use homestay-arranged pickups, motorbike taxis or rental scooters; agree boat fares ahead.
What's the best way to get around Koh Yao Noi?
Reach Koh Yao Noi by longtail or speedboat from Bang Rong pier on Phuket or Tha Len pier in Krabi. On the island, scooters, songthaews and motorbike taxis connect the villages.
How do I get from the airport to Koh Yao Noi?
About 1.25 h by taxi (900–1,200 THB) to Bang Rong pier, then longtail 100–200 THB.
Is Koh Yao Noi walkable?
You'll need transport.
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Sources
- State Railway of Thailand e-ticketing
- Airports of Thailand
- Tourism Authority of Thailand: Phang Nga
- Phuket International Airport (Airports of Thailand)
- Bangkok Hospital Phuket
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