There are 1 way(s) to get from Penang to Koh Lipe
Fares and times checked on 12go.asia for a high-season departure. Book with Direct Ferries (form at the top of the page) or 12go.asia.
Operators and piers — Penang → Koh Lipe
For a departure on 15 December 2026, 12go.asia listed 3 departures from Penang to Koh Lipe by minivan + boat, run by 1 company: KST Travel. The fare was €46 per adult, with the fastest trip taking 8 h 30.
| Operator | Type | Departures | Fare | Time | From → to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KST Travel | Minivan / bus | 3 | €46 | 8h 45min | Chai Leng Park Caltex | George Town Komtar CIMB Bank → Koh Lipe |
Source: 12go.asia and Direct Ferries, checked on 7 October 2026 for a departure on 15 December 2026 (high season). Timetables and fares change with the season.
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Practical tips
Some island routes only run in the dry season (roughly November to April) or with fewer boats in the rainy season. Always search with your exact travel date.
Penang can have several departure points. Read the pier name on your ticket and plan your transfer to it in advance.
Luggage is often loaded on deck or at the front of speedboats. A dry bag for your phone and documents is useful, and a seasickness tablet helps on open-sea crossings.
🛣️ The journey experience
For a departure on 15 December 2026, 12go.asia listed 3 departures from Penang to Koh Lipe by minivan + boat, run by 1 company: KST Travel. The fare was €46 per adult, with the fastest trip taking 8 h 30.
Data checked on 7 October 2026. Timetables change with the season, so search with your own date before you travel.
Frequently asked questions — Penang → Koh Lipe
On the departures listed for 15 December 2026, the trip took 8 h 30 at the fastest and 8 h 45 for the median departure (fastest: KST Travel). Times vary with the operator, the stops and the sea conditions.
Fares listed on 12go.asia (checked on 7 October 2026 for 15 December 2026) ranged from €46 to €46 per adult, with a median of €46. Prices change with the season and the type of boat.
Operators listed: KST Travel.
Yes. This is an international crossing between Thailand and Malaysia: you go through immigration on both sides, so carry your passport and check the entry rules for your nationality before travelling.
Search your date in the Direct Ferries form on this page, or compare the departures listed on 12go.asia. Check the meeting point and check-in time written on your booking confirmation.
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