Nopparat Thara Pier is the main ferry and speedboat pier for Ao Nang, situated at the western end of Nopparat Thara Beach in Krabi province, Thailand. It sits within the boundary of Hat Noppharat Thara-Mu Ko Phi Phi National Park, about 4 kilometres from the main Ao Nang resort area. The pier serves as Ao Nang's primary departure point for passenger boats to Koh Phi Phi, Koh Lanta, Phuket, Railay Beach, Koh Yao Noi, Koh Yao Yai and Koh Jum.
The pier is small and has minimal facilities, but several seafood restaurants and food stalls operate within walking distance along the beach. Booking in advance is recommended, particularly during the high season from November to April, when morning departures can sell out. Boat frequency decreases significantly from around May to October.
Timetable
Sailings resume from Friday 16 October 2026. No departures in the coming week; the schedule below starts from that date.
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Stops |
|---|---|---|---|
Phi Phi Island - Laemtong Beach | 1h 10m |
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Stops |
|---|---|---|---|
Phi Phi Island - Laemtong Beach | 1h 10m |
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Stops |
|---|---|---|---|
Phi Phi Island - Laemtong Beach | 1h 10m |
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Stops |
|---|---|---|---|
Phi Phi Island - Laemtong Beach | 1h 10m |
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Stops |
|---|---|---|---|
Phi Phi Island - Laemtong Beach | 1h 10m |
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Stops |
|---|---|---|---|
Phi Phi Island - Laemtong Beach | 1h 10m |
| Departs | Arrives | Duration | Stops |
|---|---|---|---|
Phi Phi Island - Laemtong Beach | 1h 10m |
Location
Popular Ferry Routes
Ferry Operators
Nopparat Thara Pier facilities
Nopparat Thara Pier has minimal facilities. In the ticket and boarding area, a small number of vendors sell drinks and snacks. There is no luggage storage and no lost property office at the pier.
The entrance and car park are wheelchair accessible, though boarding the boats themselves may require assistance. Several seafood restaurants and food stalls are located along Nopparat Thara Beach within walking distance of the pier.
Getting to Nopparat Thara Pier
From Ao Nang: the pier is about 4 kilometres from the main Ao Nang resort area. Songthaews also run along the Ao Nang beachfront road.
From Krabi Airport: by taxi or private transfer. Journey time: 30-70 minutes+.
From Krabi Town: by taxi or minivan. Journey time: 25-50 minutes+.
Parking: a car park is available at the pier entrance.
By boat: the pier is also an arrival point for passengers coming from Koh Phi Phi, Phuket, Koh Lanta and other islands. Taxis and tuk-tuks are available at the pier on arrival for onward travel to Ao Nang and surrounding areas.