SEA TRANSFERS: KOH CHANG ISLAND
Table of Contents
1. Mainland Trat to Koh Chang Island
1.1. Trat 101 Hotel to Trat Ferry and Ferry Koh Chang
1.2. Crossing The Sea: Timetable and Fares
1.3. Ground Transfers on Koh Chang Island
2. Koh Chang Island to Mainland Trat
2.1. Center Point Pier & Ao Thammachat Pier to Trat 101 Hotel, Trat City, Trat Bus Terminal
Trat Ferry and Ferry Koh Chang
- To transfer between the mainland Trat and Koh Chang Island, there are two piers located within a 5-minute distance from each other.
- The Trat Ferry, formerly known as Center Point, is located at the Center Point Pier. This pier is closed and there is no longer in service.
- The Ferry Koh Chang is located at the Ao Thammachat Pier.
- These two ferries are commonly referred to as Koh Chang Ferry by locals, which create confusion for travelers.
- When going to Koh Chang Island, please specify the name of the pier you intend to use clearly between the Center Point Pier and Ao Thammachat Pier.
- All ferries serve passengers during the daytime and adjust their first and last departure times on the timetables based on tide conditions and daily travel demand.
- On the mainland, a Songthaew picks up passengers from Trat 101 hotel to the Trat Ferry at Center Point Pier and The Ferry Koh Chang at Ao Thammachat Pier everyday. An additional fare is applied.
- A Songthaew is a mini truck with two bench seats in the back and a canopy on top. It does no have air conditioning. This vehicle is the main public transportation in Trat.
1. TRAT 101 HOTEL TO KOH CHANG ISLAND
1.1. Trat 101 Hotel to Trat Ferry at Center Point & Ferry Koh Chang at Ao Thammachat Piers
Booking and Payment
Booking: At least 1 day in advance.
Payment: Pay in cash directly to a driver.
To allow us to assist you, please provide the following information:
1. Route: Trat 101 Hotel to Center Point Pier or Ao Thammachat Pier.
2. Pick-up date:
3. Pick-up location: Trat 101 Hotel.
4. Pick-up vehicle: A private Songthaew, a private car, or a public Songthaew.
5. Pick-up time:
6. Destination: Center Point Pier or Ao Thammachat Pier or a resort name on Koh Chang Island.
8. The number of passengers:
Subject to availability.
1.2. Crossing The Sea: Timetable & Fares between Mainland Trat and Koh Chang Island
According to feedback from our guests, the departures of Ferry Koh Chang at Ao Thammachat Pier are more frequent than Trat Ferry at Center Point Pier. This leads to more shops and services, including motorcycle rental, travel agencies, and Songthaew at Ao Sapparot Pier (the pier on Koh Chang Island where the Ferry Koh Chang docks) than at Center Point Pier on Koh Chang Island.
Upon arrival at any pier, you’ll find motorcycle rental shops, with many budget-friendly options in the vicinity. Additionally, there are ticket booths where you can purchase joint tickets for a return ferry to the mainland and transportation to various cities, such as Bangkok, Pattaya, and Cambodia. It is strongly recommended to purchase tickets in advance, especially during extended holidays.
1.3. Ground Transfers on Koh Chang Island
To travel further into the island using a Songthaew, you have two options:
Public Songthaew: More affordable, but may require waiting for other passengers. Stops are limited to the main road, so if your accommodation is off the main road, be prepared to walk. Click here for Public Songthaew Fare. Please visit IamKohChang.com for more information. This website provides in-depth, regularly updated details on accommodations, transportation, beaches, restaurants, and more on Koh Chang Island.
Private Songthaew: Offers direct transportation to your accommodation. Fares start from 500 Baht for a single trip and increase based on the distance.
2. KOH CHANG ISLAND TO MAINLAND TRAT
2.1. Center Point Pier & Ao Thammachat Pier to Trat 101 Hotel, Trat City, Trat Bus Terminal, etc.
Booking and Payment
Booking: At least 1 day in advance.
Payment: 1. Private Car & Private Van: In cash at Trat 101 Hotel.
2. Songthaew: In cash directly to a driver.
To allow us to assist you, please provide the following information:
Only for Any Resort on Koh Chang Island Pick-Up:
1. Pick-up date:
2. Pick-up location: A resort name on Koh Chang Island.
3. Pick-up vehicle: Private Car.
4. Pick-up time:
5. Destination: Trat 101 Hotel.
6. The number of passengers:
Subject to availability.
Disclaimer: At Trat 101 Hotel, we organise daily transfers to various destinations. Please note that we do not own or operate vehicles, nor do we engage in transportation-related profit-making activities. We collaborate with reputable companies and individuals, including airports, buses, taxis, and ferries, to ensure accurate and up-to-date information. To guarantee a seamless experience, we pre-purchase tickets in advance for our guests, securing their seats. For bookings that require upfront payment, guests can settle the payment in cash at Trat 101 Hotel. Other bookings will be paid directly in cash by guests to the operators or drivers. Our service incurs no additional fees, and guests pay the exact fare charged by the respective operators. Therefore, this exclusive service is reserved for guests who have already booked a stay at Trat 101 Hotel and all travelers only who can purchase tickets in person at Trat 101 Hotel.