What is the cheapest way to get from Kuah to Ko Tarutao?

The cheapest way to get from Kuah to Ko Tarutao is to ferry and drive and Speedboat which costs ฿420 - ฿1400 and takes 4h 34m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kuah to Ko Tarutao?

The fastest way to get from Kuah to Ko Tarutao is to ferry and drive and Speedboat which takes 4h 34m and costs ฿420 - ฿1400.

How far is it from Kuah to Ko Tarutao?

The distance between Kuah and Ko Tarutao is 332 km.

How do I travel from Kuah to Ko Tarutao without a car?

The best way to get from Kuah to Ko Tarutao without a car is to ferry and train and bus and Speedboat which takes 12h 9m and costs ฿700 - ฿2400.

How long does it take to get from Kuah to Ko Tarutao?

It takes approximately 12h 9m to get from Kuah to Ko Tarutao, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Kuah and Ko Tarutao?

Ko Tarutao is 1h behind Kuah. It is currently 11:20 AM in Kuah and 10:20 AM in Ko Tarutao.

Where can I stay near Ko Tarutao?

There are 24+ hotels available in Ko Tarutao.

Kuah to Ko Tarutao - 3 ways to travel via train, ferry, bus, Speedboat, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Kuah to Ko Tarutao by ferry, train, bus, car, or tram

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Ferry, train, bus, Speedboat
best
1. Take the ferry from Langkawi Ferry Terminal to Kuala Kedahferry
2. Take the train from Alor Setar to Padang Besartrain
3. Take the train from Padang Besar to Hat Yaitrain
4. Take the bus from Hat Yai Junction to Pak Bara Pierbus
5. Take the ferry from Pak Bara Pier to Ko Tarutaoferry
12h 9m
฿702–2,356
Ferry, drive, Speedboat
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Langkawi Ferry Terminal to Kuala Perlisferry
2. Drive from Kuala Perlis to Pak Bara Piercar
3. Take the ferry from Pak Bara Pier to Ko Tarutaoferry
4h 34m
฿424–1,366
Ferry, tram, train, bus, Speedboat
1. Take the ferry from Langkawi Ferry Terminal to Kuala Kedahferry
2. Take the tram from Alor Setar to Padang Besartram
3. Take the train from Padang Besar to Hat Yaitrain
4. Take the bus from Hat Yai Junction to Pak Bara Pierbus
5. Take the ferry from Pak Bara Pier to Ko Tarutaoferry
12h 21m
฿702–2,316

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Kuah to Ko Tarutao.

Launch map view

Distance: 331.8 km
Duration: 12h 9m

What companies run services between Kuah, Malaysia and Ko Tarutao, Thailand?

There is no direct connection from Kuah to Ko Tarutao. However, you can take the taxi to Langkawi Ferry Terminal, take the ferry to Kuala Kedah, walk to Kuala Kedah, take the bus to Alor Setar, walk to Alor Setar, take the train to Padang Besar, take the train to Hat Yai, walk to Hat Yai Junction, take the bus to Pak Bara Pier, walk to Pak Bara Pier, then take the ferry to Ko Tarutao. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Kuah to Ko Tarutao via Langkawi Ferry Terminal, Kuala Perlis, and Pak Bara Pier in around 4h 34m.

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