Transportation Guide : Hat yai to Koh Lipe by Smart En Plus

Transfer from lipe to hatyai
Transfer from lipe to hatyai

Traveling from Hat Yai to Koh Lipe requires a combination of land and sea transport. Below is a step-by-step guide to help you plan your journey with ease.

By Minivan

Time Table Hat Yai – Pak Bara Pier

Pick up PointPick Up TimeArrival Time
Hat Yai any Hotel08:00- 08:30 a.m. 10:40 a.m.
Hat Yai Railway Station08:00- 08:30 a.m. 10:40 a.m.
Hat Yai Bus Station08:00- 08:30 a.m. 10:40 a.m.
Hat Yai Airport 09:00 a.m.10:40 a.m.
Hat Yai Airport11:00 a.m.12:40

Timetable for Speedboat

Check In TimeDepartureTimeArrival Time
11:00 a.m.11:30 a.m.1:30 p.m.
1:00 p.m.01:30 p.m.3:30 p.m.

Preparing for Your Departure from Hat Yai (Hotel Pick-Up)

Pick-Up Location:
Lobby of your hotel in Hat Yai.
If your hotel lobby is not on the ground floor, please wait at the ground floor entrance for easy access.

Pick-Up Time:
Between 08:00 AM – 08:30 AM

Important Notes:

  • Please ensure that your hotel is located within the designated Hat Yai Town pick-up area.
  • Some locations outside of central Hat Yai may not be eligible for pick-up service.
  • We strongly recommend checking our approved hotel list before booking to confirm eligibility.
  • If your hotel is not covered, alternative meeting points can be arranged upon request.

→ [Check the hotel list here]

Hat Yai any hotel
Signature airport hotel

Additional Pick-Up Points in Hat Yai

From Hat Yai Airport

  • Pick-Up Time: Between 08:30 AM – 08:50 AM
  • Please note: This time applies only for hotels or pick-up locations near Hat Yai International Airport.
  • Be ready at the designated pick-up point to avoid delays.

From Hat Yai Railway Station

  • Pick-Up Point: In front of Hat Yai Railway Station (main entrance area)
  • Pick-Up Time: Between 08:00 AM – 08:30 AM
  • Please arrive at the meeting point on time and have your booking confirmation ready for check-in.
Hat yai railway station
Hat yai railway station

From Hat Yai Bus Station

Please ensure you arrive at the meeting point on time and have your booking confirmation ready.

Pick-Up Point: In front of the Hat Yai Bus Stop, near the 7-Eleven located behind Hat Yai Bus Station 1
(Please wait at the 7-Eleven area, which serves as the designated meeting point.)

Pick-Up Time: Between 08:00 AM – 08:30 AM

hat yai bus station
hat yai bus station

Important Pick-Up Information

Please note that exact pick-up times cannot be guaranteed, as they depend on the route order and location of each passenger. We ask that you be ready at your designated pick-up point between 08:00 AM – 08:30 AM.

Important: If the driver is unable to find you at the meeting point during this time frame, your booking will be considered a no-show.


Travel Duration and Facilities

The journey from Hat Yai to Pak Bara Pier takes approximately 2 hours. Please be aware that the route passes through rural and jungle areas, where restroom facilities and convenience stores (like 7-Eleven) are limited or unavailable.


Travel Tip

We recommend that you:

  • Have breakfast before pick-up
  • Bring snacks and water for the journey
  • Use the restroom before departure

Your comfort and preparation will ensure a smoother and more enjoyable trip.

Minivan Drop-Off at Pak Bara Pier

Upon arriving at Pak Bara Pier, please proceed to the Jolly Travel counter, located just outside the pier building, to check in for your speedboat transfer to Koh Lipe.

Important:

  • Check-in for the speedboat is required at least 30 minutes before the departure time.
  • Present your name or booking ID at the counter.
  • You will receive a queue number and be informed of the boarding gate.

Once checked in, you may enter the pier area and wait for boarding.

Speedboat’s name : BARAMEE Speedboat / Bundhaya Speedboat

By Speedboat

Timetable for Speedboat

Check In TimeDepartureTimeArrival Time
11:00 a.m. 11:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m.
1:00 p.m. 01:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m.

Pak Bara Pier Building

*The Booking exclude National park fee 200THB and entrance fee 20 THB. Need to pay by cash directly to official *

Boarding

At Koh Lipe

Timely Drop-Off at Pattaya Beach, Koh Lipe (Bundhaya Zone)

Arriving at Pattaya Beach (Bundhaya Zone) via BARAMEE Speedboat or BUNDHAYA Speedboat, many resorts offer complimentary transfers from the beach to your accommodation.

We recommend informing your resort in advance about your speedboat company and departure time from Pak Bara Pier to ensure a smooth pick-up upon arrival.

Koh Lipe Arrival Information

Speedboats typically drop passengers off at Pattaya Beach, one of the main beaches on Koh Lipe.

Many resorts offer complimentary transfer services to pick you up or drop you off between the beach and your accommodation.

Important:
From November to May, the official drop-off point is at Bundhaya Pier 1.

[Map to Drop-Off Point: Bundhaya pier I ]

During June until October drop off point at Bundhaya pier II

[map to drop off point :Bundhaya pier II ]

Click to book Hat Yai any hotel to Koh Lipe

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The Complete Guide: Hatyai to Koh Lipe

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