Koh Mook is a beautiful island off Thailand’s Andaman Coast, easily accessible from Trang. The journey involves a combination of land and sea travel, taking you through scenic coastal landscapes and crystal-clear waters. Here’s how to get from Trang to Koh Mook:
Trang Airport to Trang Pier (Land Transfer)
From Trang Airport involves a combination of land and sea transport, making the journey as scenic as it is straightforward.
After arriving at Trang Airport, your first step is to get to one of the piers that serve Koh Mook. You have 2 piers options, with Kuan Tung Ku Pier and Pak Meng Pier. Kuan Tung Ku Pier being the closest and most commonly used for Koh Mook.
Private Taxi:
- Taxis are available at Trang Airport and offer a comfortable, direct transfer to the pier. The trip to Kuan Tung Ku Pier takes about 1 hour and costs around 1200-1600 THB.
Trang Railway train Station to Trang Pier (Land Transfer)
Shared minivans are available from Trang town and can be booked from local travel agencies. The minivan ride to Kuan Tung Ku Pier takes around 40–50 minutes and costs approximately 100–150 THB per person.
Transfer Options:
- Private Taxi:
- Taxis are available at Trang Railway train Station and offer a comfortable, direct transfer to the pier. The trip to Kuan Tung Ku Pier takes about 1 hour and costs around 1200-1600 THB.
- Shared Minivan:
- Shared minivans offer a budget-friendly option, typically costing between 400-600 THB per person. The minivan may stop along the way to pick up or drop off other passengers, so the trip could take a bit longer.
- You can book at the counter. Just to walk in front of the station
- Important a join minivan is only one time. Please be aware a train delayed. I recommend you book when you arrived
Total Travel Time (to Pier):
- Approximate Duration: 1 hour
Boat Transfer to Koh Mook
Once you reach the pier, you’ll need to take a boat to Koh Mook. Boats depart from Kuan Tung Ku Pier, and both speedboats and long-tail boats are available.
Boat Options:
- Speedboat:
- Private Speedboats offer a quick and convenient transfer to Koh Mook, taking around 15–20 minutes. Tickets cost approximately 3,000 THB per boat maximum 15 pax.
- Long-tail Boat:
- Private Long-tail boats provide a more traditional experience and are slightly cheaper, costing about 1200 THB per boat. Take around 20–30 minutes to reach Koh Mook, so it’s best to confirm availability upon arrival at the pier.
Local Ferry
Koh Mook typically has a shared ferry service departing from Kuan Tung Ku Pier, taking about 30–45 minutes to reach the island. This service runs once daily at 12:00 p.m. and is very affordable.
Arriving at Koh Mook
Boats from Kuan Tung Ku Pier typically drop passengers off at Koh Mook Pier or directly at some of the resorts on the island. From the pier, you can take a tuk-tuk or walk to your accommodation if it’s nearby. Koh Mook is small and easy to navigate, so transportation on the island is usually simple and convenient.