Chumphon (Matapon Pier) - Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier)
Ferries to Koh Phangan Island
Chumphon (Matapon Pier) - Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier)
Ferries to Koh Phangan Island
Compare live pricing across ferry operators worldwide and find the sailing that fits your trip. Booking sooner rather than later is the simplest way to secure the best fares and the widest choice.
Direct Ferries runs discounts across the calendar year. If your route qualifies for a senior discount, it's applied for you automatically as soon as you choose the correct age bracket in the passenger options when you search.
Students and recent graduates qualify for a 5% saving on their ticket. Register with our partner Student Beans to confirm your eligibility, then apply the discount code you receive at checkout.
A resident discount is also on offer for a number of Spanish and Italian crossings — select the "Residents" option where available and the price will adjust automatically. Make sure you can show proof of address, such as a residency certificate or ID card, when you check in.
Document requirements differ by route, so check what you'll need well before departure. Travelling from Chumphon (Matapon Pier) to Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier) generally calls for a valid passport, plus any visa or national ID your nationality requires. Since rules depend on both your citizenship and your destination's regulations, our Check-in, Travel Documents & Tickets guide is a good place to check the details and avoid delays at check-in.
Getting your tickets is simple — enter your departure port, arrival port, and preferred travel date to see every fare and sailing available. From there, you can compare alternative routes and departure times to land on the best option for your trip.
Watch for early-bird pricing and flexible ticket formats, such as upgrades or flexi-fares that allow later changes or cancellations. Enter your details accurately, including passenger count and vehicle information, to keep your booking process smooth.
A confirmation email lands in your inbox the moment your booking is finalised. How your boarding pass gets issued from there depends on the specific ferry operator.
Certain operators release your boarding pass right after booking; others want you to check in once you reach the port. Where available, the Direct Ferries app lets you check in online ahead of time.
Ticket desks sit near the ferry terminal in most cases. Give yourself extra time before departure to collect your tickets and complete check-in without stress.
You'll need to present your confirmation email plus valid photo ID — a passport or identity card — at check-in. Pet owners should bring vaccination and insurance paperwork, and anyone using a resident discount should have proof of address on hand.
A handful of reasons can explain the lack of departures from Chumphon (Matapon Pier) to Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier) on your selected date — timetable adjustments, sold-out sailings, or a seasonal gap are the usual culprits. Try a different date or browse other routes through our Route & Port finder.
Booking your Chumphon (Matapon Pier) to Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier) ferry early usually pays off, both in terms of price and choice — earlier bookings tend to unlock better fares and more departure and cabin options.
A few weeks' notice is generally enough to catch the best deals, though fares can still move depending on the season and remaining availability.
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The transit town of Chumphon is the gateway to South Thailand and is a town with plenty for travellers to do. There are seven weekly sailings to the islands of Koh Tao, Koh Phangan and Koh Samui, all operated by Songserm.
What’s there to do in Chumphon?
There is lots to do while you wait to board the ferry. The town provides a number of places where you can sample spectacular local seafood and the surrounding beaches provide the perfect place to relax and escape the backpacker trail or get stuck into some snorkelling in the crystalline Thai water. It’s not just stunning coastline for you to experience as Khao Pang Forest Park and Mo Ku Chumphon National Park provide beautiful forests, rivers and incredible mountain vistas.
What transport links are available?
Chumphon has strong transport links, especially with the nation’s capital, Bangkok. By road it’s a lengthy six hour drive but on quick motorway linked roads for the duration of the four hundred and sixty kilometre journey. The two cities are linked by a one hour flight for those who want to cover the distance a bit quicker.
What ferry services leave the port?
There are twenty one sailings a week on three different routes. These are split evenly with seven weekly sailings to Koh Phangan, Koh Samui and Koh Tao with all services operated by Songserm.
