Koh Mak takes a little planning to reach — and that little effort is exactly what keeps it so peaceful. Passengers only — no car ferries, keep the island remote and natural. It is actually very easy to reach from Bangkok, or anywhere central, or from the East Coast. It is just 320km away from Bangkok. Please book the boats in advance and plan your trip around the boat schedule; you might miss the last trip to Koh Mak (often around 15.00 and 16.00).
Important: Speedboats (Panan & Koh Mak Ferry) and Boonsiri Catamaran operate and run all year. Please book the boats in advance. We recommend the local speedboats (Departing from Laem Ngop). Boonsiri is a big catamaran and departs from Laem Sok. Panan WhatsApp +66925459355, Koh Mak Ferry +66926694946, Boonsiri, please find online.
Most travellers pick between an overland combo or a quick flight. A private transfer is the third option if you'd rather skip the logistics altogether.
One combined ticket from Bangkok all the way to the island — the most hassle-free way to arrive.
Boonsiri Ferry runs the most reliable combined bus + catamaran ticket — book at boonsiriferry.com.
Bangkok Airways flies daily from Suvarnabhumi (BKK) to Trat (TDX). A short taxi, then a boat.
Winter timetable: PG305 arrives Trat at 13:45 — just enough time to catch the 15:00 Boonsiri catamaran.
Last boats leave ~15:00–16:00 depending on the season. Flights landing after 16:00 (e.g. PG307 at 17:10) cannot reach the island the same day. Private speedboats do not operate in the dark.
Door-to-pier private car from Bangkok hotels, Suvarnabhumi (BKK) or DMK. The easiest option for families or groups — book through ferry companies or private transfer services.
Schedules shift with the seasons. Always verify with the operator before travel — these are the regular high-season routes. We recommend for the authentic island travel vibes the local speedboats. The speedboats are faster and provide personal services. The pier Laem Ngop is 30 -40 min. closer the Trat Airport and Bangkkok.
Laem Sok ↔ Ao Nid (Koh Mak)
Laem Ngop → Koh Mak
Laem Sok → Koh Mak → Koh Kood
Via Laem Sok, stops at Koh Mak
Now the main pier for most services — ~30 km from Trat City. Boonsiri, Seudamgo and Koh Kut Express all operate from here, and most combined bus+boat tickets land here.
Historic pier with fewer services today. Some speedboat operators still run direct Koh Mak routes from here — check your specific operator. Covered overnight parking is available at both piers.
Home to Koh Mak Seafood restaurant and the island museum, Little Bay Hut, and the sunrise location of Koh Mak.
Some speedboats (Panan, Bang Bao Boats) arrive and depart here directly.
Leelawadee and Kai Bae Nor Nou (island hopping) dock here. At low tide in May/June, boats may redirect to Ao Nid.
SCHEDULED ALL YEAR KOH CHANG ↔ KOH MAK BOATS
Speedboats and ferries run regularly in high season. During the rainy season (June–October), local speedboat operator schedules are slightly reduced. Boonsiri runs all year. Panan Speed Boat and Koh Mak Ferry run all year. We highly recommend the use of local speedboats instead Boonsiri to support the locals.
SCHEDULE ALL YEAR: KOH MAK, MAINLAND, KOH CHANG, KOH KOOD BY BOONSIRI, PANAN SPEEDBOAT, AND KOH MAK FERRY. PLEASE BOOK IN ADVANCE.
