Getting from Krabi to Koh Kradan, you’ll need to combine land and sea transport. Krabi is a well-connected hub with options to reach Koh Kradan via boat transfers through Trang or Koh Lanta. Here’s how to make the journey:
By Minivan/Taxi and Long tail boat via Trang
A tourist can take a minivan or taxi from Krabi to Trang. Taking around 2 hours from Krabi town to Kuan tung ku pier. and then In Trang you can take a long tail boat or Speed boat from Pak Meng Pier or Kuan Tung ku pier to Koh Kradan.
Step-by-Step:
- From Kuan tung ku pier to Koh Kradan.
The Kuan tung ku pier is a local pier in the province of Trang. Taking about 45 minutes to 1 hour by long tail boat from Kuan tung ku pier to Koh Kradan. The ride to Koh Kradan by speedboat takes around 30 minutes. Normally, it does not join the transfer every day. It depends on the number of passengers on that day. When there are only 2 people, they will request a private boat. This option allows flexibility with departure times and adds a more authentic local experience. - From Pak Meng Pier to Koh Kradan:
Once at Pak Meng Pier, you can board a speedboat or long tail boat to Koh Kradan. The trip takes around 40 minutes by speedboat or 1.20 hours by long tail boat. - Book a Private transfer from Krabi to Koh Kradan-> Krabi to Koh Kradan
By Direct Ferry / Speedboat via Koh Lanta (High Season Only)
During the high season (November to May), direct ferries or Speedboat and take a speedboats from Koh Lanta to Koh Kradan. You can reach Koh Lanta from Krabi and then take a boat to Koh Kradan.
Step-by-Step:
- From Krabi to Koh Lanta:
- Take a ferry or speedboat from Krabi (either from Klong Jilad Pier or Nopparat Thara Pier) to Koh Lanta. This journey takes about 1.5 to 2 hours.
- Ferries operate more frequently during the high season
- From Koh Lanta to Koh Kradan:
- Once you arrive in Koh Lanta, take a speedboat directly to Koh Kradan. The boat ride takes around 1 to 1.5 hours.
- These direct ferries are seasonal, running mainly from November to April.
- Book a ticket -> Krabi to Koh Lipe
Costs:
- Krabi to Koh Lanta Ferry: Around 450 to 800 THB per person.
- Koh Lanta to Koh Kradan Speedboat: Around 1200 to 1,800 THB.
Best Time to Travel
High Season (November to May): There are more frequent ferries and speedboats from various points like Trang, Koh Lanta, and Koh Phi Phi during this period. The weather is calm, and the seas are perfect for boat travel.
Low Season (May to October): Boat services are less frequent, and some resorts on Koh Kradan may be closed. The weather can be unpredictable, so it’s important to check boat schedules in advance.