How the crossing works
- Travel to the appropriate ferry terminal in Trat Province.
- Buy the ticket or let your transfer driver handle it.
- Cross with passengers and, depending on the ferry, a vehicle.
- Continue from the pier on Koh Chang to Jungle View Resort in Klong Prao.
With an organised transfer
The easiest option is a through journey in which the mainland transfer, ferry and onward journey on Koh Chang are coordinated. When travelling with a transfer provider or private driver, the ferry ticket is usually already included in the agreed transfer price. Ask for confirmation when booking.
Jungle View can arrange the transfer with trusted partners on request.
Approximate journey times to Jungle View
From the island pier
The journey from the ferry terminal on Koh Chang to Jungle View Resort in Klong Prao usually takes about 25–35 minutes.
From Bangkok
For a private transfer from Bangkok to Jungle View Resort, allow about 6–7 hours, including waiting time and the ferry.
From or to Pattaya
The journey between Pattaya and Jungle View Resort usually takes about 4½–6 hours, including the ferry.
Time buffer
Traffic, pickup point, breaks, queues, weather and ferry operations can substantially change the actual journey time.
Minivan from Suvarnabhumi Airport
Bus and minivan connections from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Koh Chang and Koh Kood are offered. According to the latest official airport information, the Suvarnabhumi Burapha service counter is in the main terminal on Level 1 near Gate 8 in the public area.
Ask the counter for the current timetable, the exact destination on Koh Chang and whether the ferry ticket and transfer to Jungle View Resort in Klong Prao are included. A late flight arrival may require an overnight stay in Bangkok or at the airport if no suitable connection remains.
Official airport entry: Suvarnabhumi Burapha
State bus 999 from Bangkok
A low-cost option is state Transport Co. bus 999. It travels from Eastern Bus Terminal Ekkamai in Bangkok towards Ao Thammachat ferry terminal. Ekkamai is directly beside BTS Ekkamai station.
The bus takes you to the mainland terminal. The ferry and, unless included in a combined ticket, a songthaew or pre-arranged transfer to Jungle View Resort in Klong Prao follow. Check departure, availability, final stop and included services before travelling.
Official Transport Co. timetable and booking
Allow enough time
Allow a buffer for road traffic, ticket counters, queues and the onward journey on the island. It can be busier before weekends, public holidays and during popular travel periods.
Luggage and vehicles
Keep important documents, medicines and valuables with you. If arriving in a rental car, check in advance whether the rental agreement permits taking the vehicle to the island and what insurance cover applies.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a ferry ticket to Koh Chang?
For the Ao Thammachat–Ao Sapparot crossing, use these fares as a guide:
- Adults: 90 THB per person, one way.
- Car: 200 THB one way, plus passenger tickets.
- There and back: 180 THB per adult, calculated as two single fares. Tickets are sold separately for each direction.
Onward travel to the resort is not included. With an organised transfer, the ferry ticket may already be included in the transfer price.
Information checked: 3 November 2026. Please confirm fares and child rates at the ticket counter before travelling. Online information about child discounts is inconsistent.
Must I book the ferry in advance?
This depends on the vehicle, operator, season and chosen transfer. With a transfer arranged by Jungle View, the driver coordinates the process.
Do ferries operate in all weather?
Operations and departures may be changed or suspended because of weather, sea conditions, maintenance or other circumstances. Check the current status on the day of travel.
How do I reach the resort from the pier?
With a through transfer, the onward journey is already arranged. Otherwise, local shared taxis called songthaews usually wait by the road. Tell the driver Jungle View Resort in Klong Prao and agree the price before boarding.
Is there a minivan from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Koh Chang?
Yes. The service counter is in the main terminal on Level 1 near Gate 8 in the public area. Confirm the timetable, destination and included services directly at the counter.
What is bus 999 to Koh Chang?
State bus 999 travels from Eastern Bus Terminal Ekkamai in Bangkok to Ao Thammachat ferry terminal. After the bus and ferry, you still need onward transport to Klong Prao unless it is included.
Further planning
The Tourism Authority of Thailand provides an overview of the location and general accessibility. Independently compiled current passenger information is also available from Koh Chang Ferry Timetables. Confirm departures, prices and payment methods directly with the transfer provider or ferry operator.