Travelling from Koh Lanta to Hua Hin? Book a private car with a local Thai driver for the roughly 720 km trip — about 10 hours door to door, with fuel and tolls included and stops whenever you need them.
Get your Koh Lanta → Hua Hin price
Fixed price for the whole car, fuel and tolls included. No payment to ask.
About Koh Lanta
Koh Lanta is a relaxed Andaman island reached by one short car ferry and a bridge, so the car can drive you all the way.
Koh Lanta is a long island off Krabi province with a string of sandy beaches along its west coast, a mangrove-lined east coast and a forested interior. It is known for its relaxed pace, family-friendly resorts and easy access to snorkelling trips around Koh Rok and Koh Haa. Lanta Old Town, on the east side, keeps its wooden stilt houses over the water.
Travellers from Hua Hin go to Lanta for a longer island stay on the Andaman Sea, usually in the dry season. It suits families, couples and long-stay visitors who want quiet beaches rather than nightlife. Because a car can cross by ferry, you can travel the whole way with your luggage in one vehicle. The island is also a good base for day trips to Krabi’s limestone coast and the islands of Trang province to the south.
Things to see and do in Koh Lanta
- Long Beach (Phra Ae) and Klong Dao on the west coast
- Mu Ko Lanta National Park at the island’s southern tip
- Lanta Old Town with its wooden houses on stilts
- Snorkelling trips to Koh Rok and Koh Haa
- Kantiang Bay and Bamboo Bay in the south
- Sunset viewpoints along the west coast
- Mangrove kayaking on the east coast
What’s included in your Koh Lanta to Hua Hin transfer
- A private car or van for your group only — no sharing, no extra pickups
- Pickup at your hotel, villa or address in Koh Lanta
- Drop-off at Hua Hin–Lanta car ferries (Ban Hua Hin pier, Krabi)
- Fuel and expressway tolls included in the price
- Toilet, food and photo stops on request
Ferry connection
From the island, take the ferry or boat back to Hua Hin–Lanta car ferries (Ban Hua Hin pier, Krabi). Tell us which boat you are on and your driver will be waiting at the pier for the drive to Hua Hin.
The road between Hua Hin and Koh Lanta
The drive between Hua Hin and Koh Lanta is one of the longest road trips we cover. It follows Phetkasem Road (Highway 4) south past Prachuap Khiri Khan to Chumphon, then continues through Surat Thani province and across to Krabi province. Near the end it turns off towards the coast to the village of Ban Hua Hin, where a short car ferry carries the vehicle across to Koh Lanta Noi, and a bridge links Lanta Noi to the main island, Lanta Yai. Check the latest ferry times, and expect queues at the pier in high season.
Good places to stop on the way
- Prachuap Khiri Khan, early in the drive
- Chumphon, around the halfway point
- Surat Thani area for a meal break
- Krabi town, if you want to see the Andaman coast before the ferry
Toilet and food stops are free. Sightseeing stops at attractions are 500 THB each — add them in the booking notes.
Best time to travel to Koh Lanta
Koh Lanta’s high season runs roughly from November to April, with calm seas and sunny days. From about May to October the south-west monsoon brings rain and rougher seas, and some resorts close for part of that period. Because the trip is long, an early start or an overnight stop is sensible. The ferries are busiest around Christmas, New Year and Songkran. Sunsets on the west coast are a highlight in the dry months.
Travel tip for Koh Lanta
Funny coincidence: the Lanta car ferry leaves from a village also called Hua Hin, in Krabi.
Taxi vs. bus, train or flight to Hua Hin
Flights and buses usually mean several changes plus a separate transfer to the pier. With a private car you leave from your hotel door and arrive at the pier with your luggage, on your schedule.
Choose your car
Sedans suit one to three travellers, MPVs and SUVs four, and VIP vans up to eight with luggage. For long trips a van gives everyone more room to stretch out.
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SedanTaxi Sedan (Altis)
Toyota Corolla Altis taxi or similar
- Up to 2 passengers
- 1–2 suitcases
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SedanEco-Car Economy (Altis)
Toyota Corolla Altis or similar
- Up to 3 passengers
- 1–3 suitcases
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Business sedanLuxury Sedan (Camry)
Toyota Camry or similar
- Up to 3 passengers
- 1–3 suitcases
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SUVFamily SUV (Fortuner)
Toyota Fortuner or similar
- Up to 4 passengers
- 1–5 suitcases
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VanMini Van VIP (Commuter)
Toyota Commuter VIP van
- Up to 8 passengers
- 1–8 suitcases
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VanAll New VIP Van
New-generation Toyota Commuter VIP van
- Up to 8 passengers
- 1–8 suitcases
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PickupPickup Truck
Toyota Hilux Revo double cab or similar
- Up to 4 passengers
- Open load bed
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Questions about this route
How far is Koh Lanta from Hua Hin?
About 720 km by road.
How long does the drive take?
Around 10 hours, depending on traffic and stops. The ferry crossing is extra.
How much is a taxi from Koh Lanta to Hua Hin?
The fare table on this page shows the fixed price for each car, for the whole car, with fuel and tolls included. No deposit is needed.
Can we stop on the way?
Yes — tell your driver whenever you need a break, food or a photo stop.
Do we need to get out of the car on the ferry?
The ferry crossing is short and passengers usually stay with the vehicle, though you can step out on deck if staff allow.
Is the drive possible in one day?
Yes, but it is a long day; many travellers prefer an overnight stop in Chumphon or Surat Thani.
Is Koh Lanta good for families?
Yes, Lanta’s calm beaches and relaxed resorts make it a popular choice for families, especially in the dry season.
