Mae Haad Pier (Koh Tao)
Mae Haad Pier located in Surat Thani province, is the primary maritime gateway and the main ferry hub of Koh Tao. Situated on the western coast of the island, this pier complex serves as the exclusive entry and transit point for all travelers arriving from Chumphon, Surat Thani, and Bangkok. It is an essential hub for world-renowned scuba diving tourism, snorkeling, and tropical island excursions.
The pier area is highly managed to handle extensive daily tourist traffic, especially during the peak travel seasons. It hosts several major high-speed catamaran and ferry operators. Whether you are arriving on a joint bus-and-ferry transfer from Bangkok or hopping between neighboring islands like Koh Samui and Koh Phangan, Mae Haad Pier is the central location where your Koh Tao adventure begins.
Koh Tao, Koh Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani 84280, Thailand.
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Popular Ferry Routes from Mae Haad Pier
| Route | Schedule | Starting Price |
|---|---|---|
| Mae Haad Pier, Koh Tao to Chumphon | 10:15 – 15:00 | 450 THB |
| Mae Haad Pier, Koh Tao to Surat Thani | 09:15 – 16:30 | 500 THB |
| Mae Haad Pier, Koh Tao to Bangkok | 10:15 – 15:00 | 750 THB |
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Getting to and From Mae Haad Pier
Traveling to and from Mae Haad Pier is highly convenient due to integrated transport solutions. For arrivals, high-speed catamarans from Chumphon Pier take approximately 2 hours, while joint routes from Bangkok combine an air-conditioned coach transfer with a premium ferry connection for a comprehensive 11-to-12-hour journey. Visitors traveling via Surat Thani can select direct ferries from Donsak Pier or book convenient all-inclusive tickets starting from Surat Thani Airport or the local train station.
Upon docking at the pier, local transportation logistics are fully set up. A dedicated fleet of open-air taxis, songthaews, and tuk-tuks wait at the central passenger loading zone to transfer travelers to adjacent holiday resorts at Sairee Beach, Chalok Baan Khao, or Sai Nuan Beach. Furthermore, multiple premier scuba diving schools and accommodations provide direct, pre-arranged shuttle pickups from the main pier terminal for a completely seamless arrival experience.
Address: Koh Tao, Koh Pha-ngan District, Surat Thani 84280
Operating Hours: 06:00 AM – 06:00 PM (Daily)
Facilities at Pier
Mae Haad Pier provides highly comprehensive amenities tailored for international and local tourists. The terminal area features a spacious, shaded outdoor waiting pavilion where passengers can relax and enjoy mountain and ocean views prior to boarding their departures. The check-in counters are clearly signed and managed by professional operator staffs who supply distinct color-coded identification stickers to passengers to guarantee accurate drop-off coordination at destination ports.
The immediate surrounding area serves as a lively commercial district packed with local restaurants, westernized cafes, vehicle rental shops, and multiple grocery and convenience stores where travelers can purchase refreshments for their sea journey. Clean public restrooms, official ticketing kiosks, and cash machines (ATMs) from major commercial banks are all easily accessible within a short walking distance from the main walkways.
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