Quiet beach and forested coastline on Koh Jum

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Getting to Koh Jum

Year-round longtail access, seasonal ferry links and practical arrival notes for Koh Jum.

Schedule checked: July 2026

Boat schedules may change with the season, weather and demand. Confirm your connection shortly before travelling, especially during the low season.

Krabi Airport to Koh Jum via Laem Kruat

The year-round route combines a road transfer, a local longtail boat and an island transfer after arrival.

Pier orientation

Arrival piers on Koh Jum

Local boats from Laem Kruat usually arrive on Koh Jum's east side. The exact pier matters for the final island transfer, especially when staying near Koh Pu, Mutu village or the southern beaches.

Use this map together with your accommodation confirmation before travelling.

Map showing Koh Jum, Koh Pu and the main arrival pier areas for local boats
Step 1Around 45-75 minutes

Road transfer

Krabi Airport to Laem Kruat Pier

TaxiShared transfer

The most dependable year-round route from Krabi Airport starts with a road transfer to Laem Kruat Pier. A taxi or pre-arranged transfer is the simplest option; shared or local transport can be available depending on the day.

  • Build in buffer time for the boat connection.
  • Do not plan late arrivals tightly against the last local boat.
  • Ask your accommodation if they can coordinate the transfer.
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Step 2Around 30-45 minutes

Longtail boat

Laem Kruat Pier to Mutu Pier or Koh Pu Pier

Longtail boat

The most dependable year-round route from Krabi Airport is by road to Laem Kruat Pier, followed by a local longtail boat to one of Koh Jum's public arrival piers.

  • Several departures normally operate during the day.
  • Public longtail boats from Laem Kruat serve more than one arrival point on Koh Jum.
  • Confirm the current departure and destination pier locally.
  • Luggage is usually loaded onto a local boat, so keep valuables and weather protection handy.
Open Laem Kruat Pier in Google MapsOpen Mutu Pier in Google Maps
Choose arrival pierShow Mutu and Koh Pu pier details

Public longtail boats from Laem Kruat serve more than one arrival point on Koh Jum. Mutu Pier is commonly used for many island transfers, while Koh Pu Pier can be the better option for accommodation in the north. Ask your accommodation which pier you should use and tell the boat staff your destination before boarding.

Mutu Pier

East side of Koh Jum

Many island transfers

  • Mutu Pier is one of the main arrival points for public longtail boats from Laem Kruat.
  • It is suitable for many island transfers, but it may not be the closest pier for accommodation in the far north.
  • Ask your accommodation whether Mutu Pier is the right arrival point for your stay.
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Koh Pu Pier

Northern part of the island

Accommodation around Koh Pu and the north

  • Koh Pu Pier can be a more convenient arrival point for accommodation around Koh Pu.
  • When boarding at Laem Kruat, tell the boat staff clearly that you need Koh Pu Pier.
  • Not every departure serves both piers, and local schedules may change.
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Which pier should I choose?

Staying in the north around Koh Pu?

Ask about Koh Pu Pier.

Staying elsewhere on Koh Jum?

Mutu Pier may be more convenient.

Not sure?

Send your accommodation the name and time of your planned boat connection and ask which pier they recommend.

Step 3

Island transfer

Mutu Pier or Koh Pu Pier to Your accommodation

Shared transferTaxi

Your arrival pier may be Mutu Pier or Koh Pu Pier, depending on the boat and the location of your accommodation. Many resorts are away from the public piers, so arrange your onward transfer with your accommodation whenever possible.

  • Keep your accommodation name and phone number ready.
  • Local pickup trucks or songthaew-style transfers may be available.
  • Confirm whether your resort uses Mutu Pier, Koh Pu Pier, a beach arrival or another meeting point.
Seasonal route

Krabi - Koh Jum - Koh Lanta

Seasonal ferries and speedboats connect Krabi, Koh Jum and Koh Lanta. Operators, departure piers and stopping patterns can change, so check the exact trip for your travel date.

Schedule checked: July 2026

  1. Krabiv
  2. Koh Jumv
  3. Koh Lanta
  1. Koh Lantav
  2. Koh Jumv
  3. Krabi
  • Some bookable trips can include transfers, beach pickups or boat changes.
  • Confirm the exact Koh Jum arrival or pickup point with the operator or your resort.
  • Main-season services are more common than low-season tourist ferry services.
Check Koh Jum to KrabiCheck Koh Jum to Koh LantaCheck Koh Lanta to Koh Jum

Seasonal speedboat connections

During the main travel season, speedboats may connect Koh Jum with Krabi, Ao Nang, Koh Lanta, Koh Phi Phi, Phuket and other Andaman islands.

High seasonChecked July 2026

Krabi / Ao Nang to Koh Jum

SpeedboatFerry

Varies by pier and stopping pattern

During the main travel season, Krabi and Ao Nang area services may connect with Koh Jum by ferry, speedboat or combined transfer.

Operators to check: Tigerline Travel, Bundhaya Speed Boat, local transfer operators

  • Departure pier and arrival point can vary.
  • Check whether hotel pickup or onward transfer is included.
Check schedule
SeasonalChecked July 2026

Koh Lanta to Koh Jum

SpeedboatFerry

Often under 1 hour by direct speedboat, longer by ferry or combined transfer

Koh Lanta is one of the most common seasonal island connections for Koh Jum, but operators and pickup points should be checked for the exact travel date.

Operators to check: Tigerline Travel, Bundhaya Speed Boat, Lanta Super Concord Tour

  • Some trips list Koh Jum Pier or resort pickup rather than a single fixed public pier.
Check scheduleBook or check availability
SeasonalChecked July 2026

Koh Phi Phi to Koh Jum

Speedboat

Check live schedule

Koh Phi Phi connections may be bookable during the main travel season, often as part of wider Andaman speedboat routes.

Operators to check: Tigerline Travel, Bundhaya Speed Boat

  • Confirm whether the service stops directly at Koh Jum or uses a transfer connection.
Check schedule
SeasonalChecked July 2026

Phuket to Koh Jum

Via Phi Phi, Koh Lanta or Krabi area

SpeedboatFerry

Check live schedule

Phuket to Koh Jum is usually a seasonal island-hopping connection rather than a simple year-round public route.

Operators to check: Tigerline Travel, Bundhaya Speed Boat, Andaman route operators

  • Check transfer points carefully and allow time for missed or delayed connections.
Check schedule
SeasonalChecked July 2026

Koh Yao Yai / Koh Yao Noi to Koh Jum

Speedboat

Neighbouring Andaman island connections can appear in main-season speedboat networks.

  • Verify directness, transfer points and luggage handling before booking.
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Common questions

What is the most reliable year-round route to Koh Jum?

Travel by road to Laem Kruat Pier, then take the local longtail boat to Mutu Pier on Koh Jum.

Can I reach Koh Jum from Krabi Airport?

Yes. The practical route is Krabi Airport to Laem Kruat Pier by road, then longtail boat to Mutu Pier.

Do boats run in low season?

The Laem Kruat to Mutu Pier local route is the key year-round option, but tourist ferries and speedboats are much more seasonal.

Should I arrange pickup with my accommodation?

Yes. Many resorts are away from the public piers, and pickup arrangements can depend on tide, season and arrival point.

Which pier should I use on Koh Jum?

It depends on where you are staying. Koh Pu Pier can be more convenient for accommodation in the north, while Mutu Pier is commonly used for many other island transfers. Ask your accommodation before travelling and confirm the destination with the boat staff at Laem Kruat.

Do all boats from Laem Kruat stop at both piers?

Not necessarily. Confirm the destination pier before boarding, as local services and stopping patterns can change.