Bang Rong Pier
Phuket's northeast pier for the Koh Yao islands, with speedboats and longtails to Koh Yao Noi (Manoh) and Koh Yao Yai (Klong Hia) through the day.
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- Open 24 hours daily
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About Bang Rong Pier
Bang Rong is the small pier on Phuket's northeast coast that serves the Koh Yao islands. Speedboats and slower longtail boats leave through the day for Manoh pier on Koh Yao Noi and Klong Hia pier on Koh Yao Yai, and a few boats continue across the bay to Ao Nang on the Krabi side. It's in Thalang district, well away from the west-coast beaches.
From Phuket airport it's roughly 25 to 40 minutes by car, which makes it the quickest way from a Phuket flight to either Yao island. Patong and the southern beaches are much further. The public speedboat to Koh Yao Noi takes 30 to 40 minutes and the slower boats around an hour; a Green Planet speedboat listing puts the 15:00 departure at ฿400.
Written by Mac Kiley · Updated Oct 2026
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Experience hints
Pair your visit. After Bang Rong Pier, round out your day in Phuket with contrasting stops nearby.
2CX8+Q9M, Soi Mukthalang, Tambon Thep Krasatti, Amphoe Thalang
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Bang Rong Pier: Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bang Rong Pier worth visiting?
Bang Rong Pier holds a 3.9★ rating from 1,365 Google reviews. Reviews are mixed, so check recent visitor feedback above to see if it fits your plans.
What are the opening hours of Bang Rong Pier?
Bang Rong Pier is open 24 hours a day — see the full day-by-day schedule in the location info on this page. Hours can change on Thai public holidays, so check ahead for holiday visits.
When is the best time to visit Bang Rong Pier?
The best months to visit Phuket are November – April, with the most reliable weather. Crowds peak in December – January — going early in the day usually means fewer people. Months to think twice about: June – September (rough seas).
Where is Bang Rong Pier located?
Bang Rong Pier is at 2CX8+Q9M, Soi Mukthalang, Tambon Thep Krasatti, Amphoe Thalang, in Phuket. Getting around Phuket: Grab (widely available); Tuk-tuks (fixed routes, negotiate).
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