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How to travel to Koh Chang

Travel By Bus

A 5-hour bus trip from the Eastern Bus Terminal will take visitors to the Trat Bus Terminal (departures between 06.00 a.m. until 12.00 p.m.). From there continue by Song Taew transport (local bus) to Laem Ngop, which is 17 kilometres from town, or the ferry landings at Ao Thammachat and Koh Chang Centre Point where services are operated all day.

Passenger boats usually leave from Laem Ngop to Ao Sapparot on Koh Chang every hour from 8.00 a.m. until 5.00 p.m. The trip takes 45 minutes and the fare is 50 baht per person. Visitors can continue to Hat Sai Khao, Hat Khlong Phrao and Hat Kai Bae by local bus which charges 30 baht per person. The schedules and fares are subject to change without notice due to climate condition. For current information, please contact TAT Trat office, Tel: 039-597255, 039-597259, 039-597260 Fax: 039-597255.

BUS FROM BANGKOK TO TRAT

NOTE :  Times and Prices are subject to change without prior notice

Travel By Air

Bangkok Airways (Tel. 0 2265 5678) flies from Bangkok to Trat.  Check Fight available and rates here !!  

Best time to visit Koh Chang and other islands

The season is from October to May as from mid May to mid October most of the resorts are closed, but visitors will still be able to find a few open, as some of the owners actually live there and are open all year round.

Ferry to Koh Chang

Ferries depart either from Ao Thammachat or Koh Chang Center Point Landings between 7.30 a.m. and 4.30 p.m. with a traveling time of 30 minutes. Private vehicles can be loaded onto the ferry. Please note that vehicles used on the island should be the 4-wheel drive types as road conditions are bumpy and there are steep slopes to be negotiated. From the landing on Koh Chang are song taew services to various points. Fares should be settled beforehand.

Naval Battle Monument Pier (Krom Luang Pier)

Wooden boats depart every hour from 9.00 a.m. to 5.00 p.m. The passenger fare for a round trip costs approximately 100 baht. Call tel. (66)039-538084 for more details.

Center Point Pier

Ferries leave hourly from 6.00 a.m. until 20.00p.m. Call (66)039-538196 for more information.

Rates for round trip:
4-wheel vehicles, 140 baht per passenger ( Round Trip)
6-wheel vehicles, 500 baht, no charge for driver and one passenger ( Round Trip)
10-wheel vehicles, 1000 baht, no charge for driver and one passenger ( Round Trip)
Note: Rate may change without any prior notice.

NOTE :  THB =  Thai Bath

Ao Thammachat Pier
Ferries leave every hour from 6.30 a.m. - 19.00 p.m. Contact 039-528288

Rates for round trip:
4-wheel vehicle, 60 baht per passenger, no charge for driver
6-wheel vehicle, 500 baht, no charge for driver but 60 baht fee is applied for any passenger
10-wheel vehicle, 1,000 baht, no charge for driver and one passenger
Note: Rate may change without any prior notice.

Koh Chang Ferry

Ferries depart every 45 minutes from 6.30 a.m. until 7.15 p.m. For more information, please call tel. 039-518528

Rates for round trip:
4-wheel vehicle 150 baht, no charge for driver, but a fee of 60 baht/passenger is applied
6-wheel vehicle, 500 baht, no charge for driver but 60 baht fee is applied for any passenger
10-wheel vehicle, 1,000 baht, no charge for driver and one passenger
Note: Rate may change without any prior notice.

For visitors planning to stay at Koh Wai there is a ferry service from Laem Ngob to Koh Wai at around 3:00 p.m. with a fare of 120 baht per person per way.

For visitors planning to stay at Koh Kham there is a ferry service from Laem Ngob to Koh Kham at around 3:00 p.m. with a fare of 170 baht per person per way.

For visitors planning to stay at Koh Mak there is a ferry service from Laem Ngob to Koh Mak at around 3:00 p.m. with a fare of 150 baht per person per way.

Facilities on Koh Chang include mainly bungalow-type accommodations on most beaches and rental services for bicycles and boats.

Several smaller isles south of Koh Chang include Koh Wai, Koh Lao Ya and Koh Kradat. Noted for both deep-water and shallow-water corals are the Koh Kra group and Koh Rang which are to the west of Koh Mak.

Travel Around Trat (by Songthaew )

Travel to other Islands

Most visitors come to Amphur Laem Ngob where there are 2 piers namely Laem Ngob and Koh Chang Centre Point, offering daily boat services to islands such as Koh Mak, Koh Wai, and Koh Kham. Tourist spots in Koh Chang and other groups of islands.

Koh Chang Noi

Koh Chang Noi and Laem Chang Noi lie to the north of Koh Chang. The sea between Koh Chang Noi and Laem Chang Noi is abundant with corals.

Koh Kham

This island is located near Koh Mak and is endowed with natural wonders such as crystal clear seas, sandy beaches, coral reefs and most importantly, tranquillity and privacy. Ideal for swimming and diving, the trip to Koh Kham from Laem Ngob takes 2.5 hours.

Koh Klum

Like Koh Chang, this is an island of historical significance during the Thai-French Naval Battle in 1941. Attractions on the island include the stone yard landscape and fishing activities.

Koh Kradat

This island is situated to the northeast away from Koh Mak. In the past, the area had an abundance of Kradad trees (paper trees); hence, the name of the island. This island is notable for the fact that it is the only island in Thailand to be issued a land title deed during the period of King Rama V as a measure to protect the island from French colonization. Koh Kradad is famous for its white long sandy beach and wonderful coral reefs.

Koh Laoya

This wonderful island which is less than 1 kilometre long and 300 metres wide with beautiful beaches, crystal-clear water and colourful corals lies about 3 kilometres west of the southeastern end of Koh Chang. Koh Laoya forms an island group with Koh Laoya Klang and Koh Laoya Nok and is connected to Koh Laoya Klang by a wooden bridge. Travel time from Laem Ngob to the island takes about 2.5 hours and only chartered boats can reach the island. Accommodation is available but must be reserved well in advance.

Koh Mak

This is a large island to the south of Koh Chang that is blessed with several beautiful bays and beaches and coral reefs nearby that are still in perfect condition. The islanders make their living by growing rubber and coconut trees. The best time to visit is from November until late April. There are a number of accommodations and tourist facilities available. A passenger boat departs Laem Ngob daily at 3.00 p.m. and returns from Koh Mak at 7.00 a.m., travelling time is 3.5 hours.

Koh Ngam

This island is situated southeast of Koh Chang and is comprised of twin mountains linked by huge rocks with a huge sand knoll at the middle. The little bay formed by the lines of the mountain stretching into the sea makes the island a splendid and serene site worth visiting. Accommodations are available.

Koh Phrao

This island situated in front of Salak Petch Bay has clean and calm seas, and is cool and shady with coconut trees. Travel time from Laem Ngob is two hours. Accommodation is available on the island.

Koh Rang

This small island at the west of Koh Mak does not have enough flat area suitable for setting up of any resorts and bungalows. However, Koh Rung is well known as the location for its birds nest concessions, sea turtle eggs and bat's dung. The main attractions at the island are the stone knolls and the magnificent deep-sea corals.

Koh Wai

This big island, which a part of Koh Chang National Park and is situated next to Koh Laoya, has stone laden beaches. However, Koh Wai is famous for its coral and is also the best place for fishing and swimming. As for accommodations, Koh Wai Pakarung Resort is ready to serve tourists.

Source: Information by Tourism Authority of Thailand

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