Ferries and boats

Ferries depart from Bali Hai Pier and take around 45 minutes. Speedboat companies can be found along Beach Road, and the crossing time is around 15 minutes. You can also catch a long tail boat taxi.

If you want to cross the Gulf of Thailand, a couple of ferries run each day between Pattaya’s Bali Hai Pier and Khao Takiab Pier in Hua Hin. The crossing takes around an hour and a half, which is much quicker than travelling by land.

Local tip: Be sure to take anti-sickness medication before boarding a ferry or boat if you’re prone to feeling seasick. The Pattaya to Hua Hin crossing can be particularly choppy.