Ko Chang Transport

Getting there & away

From Ranong take a sǎwngthǎew (15B) to Saphan Plaa pier, getting off at the PTT petrol station and toll booth. Look for the lane on the left just before the toll booth (there may be a sign referring to Ko Chang) and follow it down a few hundred metres, zigzagging along the way; turn left at the T-junction and walk about five minutes to reach the pier.

Two or three boats leave every morning from November to April; turn up around 9am to see when they’re going, as they don’t usually leave before this hour. During the high season (December to March) there’s a regular noon departure daily. Boats return to Ranong at 8am the next day. The boat fare is 150B per person, but can be included in the cost of your accommodation if you book ahead.