The Koh Chang ferry from Pattaya is the connection between the mainland road journey and the island. Current regular car-ferry traffic uses Ao Thammachat Pier in Trat Province and arrives at Ao Sapparot Pier on the north-east side of Koh Chang. Older guides that treat Centrepoint/Trat Ferry as an active alternative may be out of date.
This guide was fact-checked on 31 July 2026. Ferry schedules, fares, payment and operating procedures can change without notice. Check the operator’s official channels on the travel day and treat every time below as current information, not a guarantee.
Current ferry facts at a glance
| Item | Checked information on 31 July 2026 |
|---|---|
| Mainland pier | Ao Thammachat Pier, Trat |
| Koh Chang pier | Ao Sapparot Pier |
| Published service window | Approximately 06:30–18:30 daily |
| Crossing time | Commonly reported around 25–40 minutes, depending on vessel and conditions |
| Adult passenger fare | ฿90 one way |
| Four-wheel vehicle fare | ฿200 one way, vehicle charge |
| Ticket purchase | Reported as pier purchase; no advance ticket |
| Payment | Cash reported as required |
| Older Centrepoint/Trat Ferry service | Reported suspended since July 2024 |
Sources for these time-sensitive details include the official Ferry Koh Chang Facebook page for operator updates and the current specialist timetable at KohChangFerries.com. Recheck both before travel.
Child fares and height-based categories are inconsistent across current secondary sources, so this guide does not state them. Ask at the operator’s official channel or ticket office.
The two pier names that matter
Ao Thammachat Pier
This is the mainland car-ferry terminal in Trat Province. A Pattaya road transfer needs this exact destination if it is delivering passengers to the ferry rather than continuing onto the island.
Ao Sapparot Pier
This is the ferry arrival point on Koh Chang. It is on the island’s north-east side. From there, travellers continue by the confirmed vehicle, local transport or hotel arrangement.
Do not confuse:
- the mainland pier where you board;
- the island pier where you arrive;
- the hotel, which may be much farther down the west-coast road.
What happened to Centrepoint Ferry?
Current ferry-information sources report that Trat Ferry, commonly called Centrepoint Ferry, suspended service in July 2024 and has not resumed. Older hotel pages, blogs and map listings may still present it as an active option.
For a 2026 journey:
- do not build the itinerary around Centrepoint without direct proof that it has reopened;
- use Ao Thammachat as the current regular car-ferry route;
- verify the operator immediately before travel;
- send the current pier to the driver rather than an old saved pin.
This is a good example of why ferry facts need a “checked” date.
Timetable: use the service window, not a fragile promise
Current information publishes an operating window around 06:30 to 18:30. Some sources display individual hourly departures, while operational notes say boats can run based on demand and loading.
The safest planning approach is:
- confirm the latest service with Ferry Koh Chang;
- aim to reach Ao Thammachat well before the final operating period;
- allow for ticketing and the vehicle queue;
- avoid a road itinerary dependent on one final sailing;
- prepare for changes during holidays, busy weekends or bad weather.
A private taxi can target a sensible pier-arrival window. It cannot reserve a position on an ordinary ferry unless a distinct booking arrangement is explicitly available.
Current fares
As checked on 31 July 2026, current ferry information reports:
- adult passenger: ฿90 one way;
- four-wheel vehicle: ฿200 one way.
The vehicle charge does not necessarily include passengers. Other vehicle types have different fares. Because rates changed in April 2026 and can change again, carry enough cash and verify the final amount at the operator’s official channel or ticket office.
Do not copy an old fare of ฿80 per passenger or ฿120 per car without checking. Those figures appear in older material.
Can ferry tickets be booked online?
Current operator-information sources report that standard Ferry Koh Chang tickets are purchased at the pier, in cash, and are not sold as advance reservations. Be cautious when another website claims to sell a “ferry ticket”: it may be selling a combined bus or transfer product rather than a reservation for a particular ordinary vehicle ferry.
Ask:
- Is this a standalone ferry ticket or a combined transport service?
- Does it reserve a departure or only transport you to the queue?
- Are passenger and vehicle charges included?
- Is hotel delivery included?
- Which pier does the product use?
Keep the transfer confirmation and ferry purchase concept separate.
How a private transfer uses the vehicle ferry
There are two possible structures.
Pier-only transfer
The private car ends at Ao Thammachat. Passengers unload, buy tickets, cross and arrange transport from Ao Sapparot.
This requires:
- manageable luggage;
- a clear island transport plan;
- hotel contact details;
- awareness that the mainland taxi does not continue.
Vehicle continues onto Koh Chang
The car queues, boards the ferry and continues from Ao Sapparot to the hotel. This requires explicit confirmation because it affects:
- vehicle-ferry fare;
- passenger tickets;
- ferry queue time;
- driver operating plan;
- island distance;
- final price and endpoint.
TOP PATTAYA TAXI’s current public Koh Chang fares do not state these ferry inclusions clearly enough for this guide to promise them. Ask for a written statement before booking.
Vehicle boarding procedure
Follow the staff and crew’s live instructions. A typical vehicle-ferry process involves:
- entering the correct approach for Ao Thammachat;
- purchasing the required passenger and vehicle tickets;
- joining the vehicle queue;
- presenting tickets when directed;
- driving aboard under crew guidance;
- parking exactly where instructed;
- applying the parking brake and following onboard rules;
- waiting for disembarkation instructions at Ao Sapparot.
Procedures can change with the vessel and operating conditions. Passengers should not walk into vehicle lanes or direct loading themselves.
What happens during the crossing?
Current guides report a crossing commonly around 25–40 minutes, but vessel, loading, weather and sea conditions affect it. Follow signage about whether passengers remain in the vehicle or use the passenger area.
Keep with you:
- phone;
- wallet;
- passports;
- medication;
- water;
- booking details;
- light rain protection.
Do not leave valuables visible in an unattended vehicle. Keep children supervised and follow all crew announcements.
From Ao Sapparot to the hotel
Koh Chang is a large, mountainous island. The Tourism Authority of Thailand identifies popular visitor areas including Hat Sai Khao (White Sand Beach), Hat Kai Muk, Hat Ta Nam and Laem Bang Bao, largely linked by the west-coast road.
The drive from Ao Sapparot varies by hotel area. White Sand Beach is in the northern visitor zone, while Klong Prao, Kai Bae, Lonely Beach and Bang Bao are progressively farther along the west-coast route.
Road conditions include steep and winding sections. Do not demand a fixed island-hotel time before the exact location, traffic and weather are known.
Which Koh Chang hotel details should you send?
Provide:
- complete property name;
- official map pin;
- beach area;
- reservation name;
- hotel phone number;
- check-in deadline;
- access notes;
- all passenger and luggage details.
Similar hotel names can cause confusion. A screenshot of the booking address helps.
When to leave Pattaya
Work backwards from a conservative pier target:
- confirm the ferry’s current final operating time;
- decide whether the car ends at the pier or continues;
- allow for the road journey;
- add a rest stop if needed;
- account for ticket purchase and ferry queue;
- keep margin for holidays or weather.
There is no guaranteed Pattaya–Ao Thammachat time suitable for every date. The exact pickup depends on the hotel area, road conditions and ferry plan.
For the commercial service and current road prices, see Pattaya to Koh Chang taxi and private transfer.
Return ferry from Koh Chang
The reverse crossing uses Ao Sapparot to Ao Thammachat. If a private car collects on the mainland:
- tell the driver your planned island departure;
- give the expected mainland arrival;
- message when the ferry arrangement is confirmed;
- update delays before the driver reaches the pier;
- agree on waiting terms.
If the same or another confirmed vehicle collects from the island hotel and crosses with you, schedule the hotel pickup early enough for the ferry queue.
Avoid a tight flight after the return ferry. Multiple variable stages make a minimum-time connection risky.
Peak days, queues and weather
Weekends, holidays and peak travel periods can produce longer vehicle queues even when ferries run more frequently. Weather can affect operations.
The Tourism Authority of Thailand notes that Trat is influenced by the southwest monsoon from May to October, which can sometimes affect sea transport. Ferry Koh Chang makes the live operational decision.
Prepare by:
- leaving early;
- checking the operator;
- carrying water and medication;
- keeping devices charged;
- avoiding non-refundable same-day connections;
- maintaining contact with the hotel and driver.
Luggage at the ferry
For a vehicle-through transfer, most large luggage may remain secured in the vehicle according to crew instructions. For a pier-only transfer, passengers handle bags between the taxi, ticket area, ferry and island transport.
Report in advance:
- full-size cases;
- golf bags;
- diving equipment;
- pushchairs;
- wheelchairs;
- hard cases.
Do not assume pier porters or hotel assistance. If a traveller needs mobility support, confirm it with the ferry and hotel before travel.
Safety
- follow staff instructions;
- keep away from moving vehicle lanes;
- supervise children;
- use handrails;
- wear appropriate footwear;
- do not lean over barriers;
- secure loose items;
- respect any restricted area;
- do not pressure the driver to rush for a sailing.
Operational safety takes priority over the itinerary.
Ferry and taxi inclusions: questions to ask
Before paying, ask TOP PATTAYA TAXI:
- Does the car stop at Ao Thammachat or continue to Koh Chang?
- Are passenger ferry tickets included?
- Is the vehicle-ferry charge included?
- Is island hotel delivery included?
- Which hotel areas are served?
- What happens if the ferry is missed?
- What waiting or rescheduling terms apply?
The answers should appear in the booking confirmation. The public Services & Rates page lists ฿4,500 sedan, ฿5,000 SUV and ฿6,000 van for Koh Chang, but its current wording does not define the ferry components.
Frequently asked questions
Which ferry goes to Koh Chang in 2026?
Current regular car-ferry information uses Ao Thammachat on the mainland and Ao Sapparot on Koh Chang.
What time is the last Koh Chang ferry?
Current sources publish a service window ending around 18:30. Verify on the travel day because schedules and operations can change.
How much is the Koh Chang ferry?
Checked 31 July 2026: ฿90 per adult and ฿200 for a four-wheel vehicle, one way. Confirm current rates and other passenger categories with the operator.
Can I reserve the standard ferry?
Current information says tickets are bought at the pier and standard departures cannot be reserved online. A combined transfer seller may offer a different product.
Is Centrepoint Ferry operating?
Current sources report that the Centrepoint/Trat Ferry service has been suspended since July 2024. Do not use an old timetable without direct reopening confirmation.
Does the Pattaya taxi fare include ferry tickets?
The written confirmation must identify the exact endpoint and state whether passenger ferry tickets, the vehicle-ferry charge and delivery to the exact island hotel are included. Koh Chang coverage is not universal. Do not infer any of these items from the route name, public fare or a general statement about applicable ferry charges.
Can a van travel on the ferry?
Vehicle ferries carry different vehicle categories, but the operator controls classification, fare and loading. TOP PATTAYA TAXI must also confirm that its assigned vehicle continues onto the island.
Confirm both the road and ferry plan
Check the current Ferry Koh Chang operator update, then send TOP PATTAYA TAXI your travel date, Pattaya pickup, Koh Chang hotel, passengers and luggage. Review the Pattaya to Koh Chang transfer page and contact the team at +66 86-829-8229 for a written endpoint and inclusion list.
