Koh Lipe to Pak Bara

Pak Bara is a busy transportation hub, a ferry port, and a getaway to the nearby islands. The pier is situated in Pak Bara town. If you’re traveling from Koh Lipe to Pak Bara, the distance is approximately 60 kilometers. Below, we will describe how to get to the Pak Bara pier by public transport. Currently, the only travel option is speedboat.

Koh Lipe to Pak Bara by Speedboat

• Price: 590 – 800 THB
• Transport type: speedboat + speedboat
• Companies: Ploysiam Speedboat, Tigerline Travel, Jolly Travel, Dee Travels Hatyai, Taweesub Speedboat, Baan Pun Travel, Lipe ferry and speed boat, Satun Pakbara Speed Boat Club, Bundhaya Speed Boat
• Travel time: 1.5 – 2 hours

Getting from Koh Lipe to Pak Bara by speedboat is a fun adventure! You’ve got quite a few options for companies to choose from, like Ploysiam Speedboat, Tigerline Travel, Jolly Travel, Dee Travels Hatyai, Taweesub Speedboat, Baan Pun Travel, Lipe ferry and speedboat, Satun Pakbara Speed Boat Club and Bundhaya Speed Boat. Prices can range from 590 to 800 THB.

The journey itself usually takes around 1.5 to 2 hours, depending on which company you go with and the weather conditions on the day of travel. The scenic views along the way to Pak Bara are totally worth it! All the speedboats will drop you off at the Pak Bara Pier, so you’ll be right where you need to be to start your next adventure.

Remember to check in at least 30 minutes before your speedboat’s departure time. Also, when it comes to luggage, speed boat companies usually allow bringing along a suitcase (just make sure it doesn’t exceed 20 kilograms) and some hand luggage.

There are frequent delays in speedboats departures, but the companies ask passengers to be ready to board about 15 minutes before the scheduled departure. 

If you need to use a restroom – there are usually basic toilets onboard all the speedboats.

Safety tip: life jackets are provided for adults, and it’s super important to wear them while you’re on the boat – better to be safe than sorry.

If you’re looking for a fully private speedboat experience, a few companies offer the rent of the whole speedboat (up to 45 passengers).

Koh Lipe to Pak Bara Speedboat Schedule

Departure	Departure Station	Arrival	Arrival Station	Duration	Company
9:30	Koh Lipe Immigration point	11:00	Pak Bara Pier	1h 30m	Ploysiam Speedboat
9:30	Koh Lipe Pattaya Beach	11:00	Pak Bara Pier	1h 30m	Tigerline Travel
9:30	Bundhaya Resort Koh Lipe Pier 1	11:00	Pak Bara Pier	1h 30m	Jolly Travel
9:30	Koh Lipe Immigration point	11:00	Pak Bara Pier	1h 30m	Dee Travels Hatyai
9:30	Koh Lipe Walking Street	11:00	Pak Bara Pier	1h 30m	Taweesub Speedboat
9:30	Pattaya Beach Koh Lipe	11:30	Pak Bara Pier	2h	Baan Pun Travel
9:30	Koh Lipe Walking Street	11:00	Pak Bara Pier	1h 30m	Lipe ferry and speed boat
9:30	Koh Lipe Immigration point	11:30	Pak Bara Pier	2h	Smart En Plus
9:30	Koh Lipe	11:00	Pak Bara Pier	1h 30m	Satun Pakbara Speed Boat Club
9:30	Bundhaya Beach Koh Lipe	11:00	Pak Bara Pier	1h 30m	Bundhaya Speed Boat
11:10	Koh Lipe Walking Street	13:00	Pak Bara Pier	1h 50m	Lipe ferry and speed boat
11:30	Koh Lipe Immigration point	13:00	Pak Bara Pier	1h 30m	Ploysiam Speedboat
11:30	Koh Lipe Pattaya Beach	13:00	Pak Bara Pier	1h 30m	Tigerline Travel
11:30	Bundhaya Resort Koh Lipe Pier 1	13:00	Pak Bara Pier	1h 30m	Jolly Travel
11:30	Koh Lipe Immigration point	13:00	Pak Bara Pier	1h 30m	Dee Travels Hatyai
11:30	Koh Lipe Walking Street	13:00	Pak Bara Pier	1h 30m	Taweesub Speedboat
11:30	Pattaya Beach Koh Lipe	13:30	Pak Bara Pier	2h	Baan Pun Travel
11:30	Koh Lipe Walking Street	13:00	Pak Bara Pier	1h 30m	Lipe ferry and speed boat
11:30	Koh Lipe	13:00	Pak Bara Pier	1h 30m	Satun Pakbara Speed Boat Club
11:30	Bundhaya Beach Koh Lipe	13:00	Pak Bara Pier	1h 30m	Bundhaya Speed Boat
13:30	Koh Lipe Immigration point	15:00	Pak Bara Pier	1h 30m	Ploysiam Speedboat
13:30	Koh Lipe Pattaya Beach	14:45	Pak Bara Pier	1h 15m	Tigerline Travel
13:30	Koh Lipe Immigration point	15:00	Pak Bara Pier	1h 30m	Dee Travels Hatyai
13:30	Koh Lipe Walking Street	15:00	Pak Bara Pier	1h 30m	Taweesub Speedboat
13:30	Koh Lipe Walking Street	15:00	Pak Bara Pier	1h 30m	Lipe ferry and speed boat
9:00	Pattaya Beach Koh Lipe	10:30	Pak Bara Pier	1h 30m	Satun Pakbara Private
9:00	Pattaya Beach Koh Lipe	10:30	Pak Bara Pier	1h 30m	Bundhaya Private
10:00	Pattaya Beach Koh Lipe	11:30	Pak Bara Pier	1h 30m	Satun Pakbara Private
10:00	Pattaya Beach Koh Lipe	11:30	Pak Bara Pier	1h 30m	Bundhaya Private
11:00	Pattaya Beach Koh Lipe	12:30	Pak Bara Pier	1h 30m	Satun Pakbara Private
11:00	Pattaya Beach Koh Lipe	12:30	Pak Bara Pier	1h 30m	Bundhaya Private
12:00	Pattaya Beach Koh Lipe	13:30	Pak Bara Pier	1h 30m	Satun Pakbara Private
12:00	Pattaya Beach Koh Lipe	13:30	Pak Bara Pier	1h 30m	Bundhaya Private
13:00	Pattaya Beach Koh Lipe	14:30	Pak Bara Pier	1h 30m	Satun Pakbara Private
14:00	Pattaya Beach Koh Lipe	15:30	Pak Bara Pier	1h 30m	Satun Pakbara Private
15:00	Pattaya Beach Koh Lipe	16:30	Pak Bara Pier	1h 30m	Satun Pakbara Private
16:00	Pattaya Beach Koh Lipe	17:30	Pak Bara Pier	1h 30m	Satun Pakbara Private

FAQs about Traveling to Pak Bara

What is Pak Bara known for?

Pak Bara is a popular ferry gateway to islands in the Andaman Sea, particularly Koh Lipe.  There are a few attractions near Pak Bara: Mu Ko Phetra National Park, Pak Bara Beach and Pakbara Viewpoint.

How do I get to Pak Bara?

Pak Bara is a port town, and you won’t find flights directly there.  However, you can fly into nearby Trang or Krabi and then take a bus, minivan, or taxi to Pak Bara. Alternatively, take a speedboat from one of the islands.

Another option is to take a bus or train from Bangkok or other Thai cities to Hat Yai and then transfer to a minivan for the final leg to Pak Bara.

What is the pier fee?

There is an admission fee to enter the pier itself, typically around 220 baht.

Which islands can I reach by ferry from Pak Bara?

The most popular ferry destinations from Pak Bara are Koh Lipe, Koh Adang, and Koh Tarutao.