Pattaya to Koh Larn
In short
Pattaya to Koh Larn is easiest on a private boat day for up to 16, from ฿49,000 for 8 hours.
Every way there, side by side
- Time
- About 45 minutes
- How often
- About 7am to 6:30pm from Bali Hai; from ฿30
- Booking
- Lowest cost
Best by group size
Up to 4
- Best way:
- A luxury van for up to 4 from ฿6,500 for 10 hours to Bali Hai, then the ferry or a speedboat
Up to 10
- Best way:
- A party van for up to 10 to the pier, then a yacht day, quoted
20 and more
- Best way:
- A coach for 20 and more to the marina, then a yacht day, quoted
What is the fastest way to Koh Larn?
The fastest way from Pattaya to Koh Larn is a speedboat from Bali Hai Pier, about 15 minutes. The easiest is a yacht day: a car from the villa to the pier, and the island comes to you.
The public ferry and shared speedboats leave Bali Hai, at the south end of Pattaya beach near Walking Street. For the beaches and what to do on the island, see Koh Larn. Ask Tanner which way suits the day.
Your own boat
- Time:
- Your own schedule
- From:
- Bali Hai or the marina
- Best for:
- Groups
Public ferry
- Time:
- About 45 minutes
- From:
- Bali Hai Pier
- Best for:
- One or two people
Speedboat
- Time:
- About 15 minutes
- From:
- Bali Hai Pier
- Best for:
- Quick hops
When does the Koh Larn ferry run?
The Pattaya to Koh Larn ferry leaves Laem Bali Hai Pier from about 7am to 6:30pm, and boats back leave the island until about 6pm, the Tourism Authority of Thailand says. Most run to Na Ban Pier, about 45 minutes across, and the fare is ฿30 one way, Pattaya City's guide lists.
Tickets are cash only, and windy days can stop the boats. Since 12 May 2026 there's no alcohol at public piers or on scheduled passenger boats, the ferry included. Ask Tanner to keep the timing loose.
- about 45 minutes from Bali Hai Pier, from ฿30, about 7am to 6:30pm
- about 15 minutes (TAT)
- about 6pm from Na Ban Pier; check at the pier
- your own boat for up to 16, from ฿49,000 for 8 hours
How long is the speedboat to Koh Larn?
Speedboats from Bali Hai take about 15 minutes, TAT says, and can drop you at a pier or a beach, but shared ones leave when full.
Missed the last ferry? A speedboat is the only way back. See every route on Getting around Thailand, and ask Tanner to have a boat on standby.
Can a group take its own boat?
Board at Pattaya, anchor off the island's beaches, swim, and sail back for the night out, with no ferry queues.
Your own boat for up to 16 is from ฿49,000 for 8 hours, VAT included, with the party on top: the DJ, the open bar and hosts and performers for your party keeping the energy up.
A car runs the group from the villa to the pier and back. Ask Tanner to hold the boat for your date.
AIHow much does the crossing cost?
The Pattaya to Koh Larn ferry is from ฿30 one way, paid in cash at Bali Hai. Shared speedboats charge per seat, so check the board at the pier.
For twelve of you, your own boat for up to 16 is from ฿49,000 for 8 hours, VAT included, and the party goes on top.
Tanner's call for a group: your own boat, out by 10am, before the day-trip boats arrive. Ask Tanner to hold it.
Public ferry, Bali Hai to Na Ban
- Time:
- About 45 minutes
- Cost:
- From ฿30, cash at the pier
Shared speedboat
- Time:
- About 15 minutes
- Cost:
- Per seat, at the pier
Your own boat, up to 16
- Time:
- Your own schedule
- Cost:
- From ฿49,000 for 8 hours
Pattaya to Koh Larn in short
- Koh Larn, also called Coral Island, lies about 7.5 km off Pattaya and measures about 2 km by 5 km.
- The ferry leaves Bali Hai Pier, by Walking Street, from about 7am to 6:30pm, costs from ฿30 and takes about 45 minutes.
- A speedboat takes about 15 minutes from Bali Hai Pier; shared ones leave when full.
- The last ferry back leaves the island at about 6pm; after that, it's a speedboat.
- The best beaches are Tawaen, Samae and Nual; go early, before the crowds.
- For a group: your own boat from Pattaya, with the party on board.
Checked 7 November 2026.
Is Koh Larn worth it?
Yes, for a beach day: Koh Larn, also called Coral Island, has clearer water than Pattaya beach, a short boat ride away. Go early, ahead of the day-trip crowds that arrive from mid-morning.
The beaches are Tawaen, Samae and Nual, among others, with songthaews and scooters from Na Ban Pier. Then it's back to Pattaya for Walking Street and the clubs.
See Pattaya nightlife, Pattaya yachts and Bangkok to Pattaya, then plan it with Tanner.
Before you travel
The ferry leaves Bali Hai Pier, near Walking Street
Ferries run about 7am to 6:30pm; tickets are cash only
Last ferry back from Na Ban is about 6pm: check at the pier
Windy days can stop the boats: keep the timing loose
Go early, ahead of the mid-morning day-trip crowds
No alcohol at public piers or on scheduled boats
The alcohol ban at public piers and on scheduled boats runs from 12 May 2026.
Checked Nov 2026
Tanner's offer
To the pier and back
Your van runs the group from the villa to Bali Hai or the marina, and is there when the boat comes in.
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Written by Tanner Altman · Updated 7 November 2026
Questions
Questions groups ask about Pattaya to Koh Larn
How long is the ferry from Pattaya to Koh Larn?
Pattaya to Koh Larn takes about 45 minutes on the public ferry from Bali Hai Pier, or about 15 minutes by speedboat. Your own boat leaves when the group is ready.
How much is the ferry to Koh Larn?
The public ferry from Bali Hai Pier is from ฿30 one way, paid in cash at the counter. Check the board on the day. For a group, Tanner prices a boat day with the party on board.
What time is the last ferry from Koh Larn to Pattaya?
About 6pm. Ferries back from Na Ban Pier to Pattaya stop around 6pm, so check the last boat at the pier. After that the only way back is a speedboat, or your own boat.
Is there a speedboat to Koh Larn?
Yes. Shared speedboats leave Bali Hai Pier when full and can drop you at a pier or a beach. A private speedboat or a yacht day takes the group on its own schedule.
Is Koh Larn worth visiting?
Yes, for clearer water and a beach day close to Pattaya. Go early, before the day-trip crowds arrive from mid-morning, then head back for Walking Street and the clubs.
What is the best way to do Koh Larn with a group?
For Pattaya to Koh Larn with a group, take your own boat, with the DJ and the bar on board and a van to the pier: the Pattaya private boat day for up to 16 is from ฿49,000 for 8 hours.
What is there to do on Koh Larn?
Swim and lie on the beach at Tawaen, Samae or Nual, ride a songthaew or scooter between them from Na Ban Pier, and eat seafood by the water before the boat back.
How far is Coral Island from Pattaya Beach?
About 7.5 km. Coral Island, Koh Larn's other name, sits across the bay from Bali Hai Pier: about 45 minutes by ferry, or about 15 minutes by speedboat.
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Last checked 7 November 2026
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