Rating: 3.7/5 (6 votes)

Open Days: Every day

Opening Hours: 07:00 a.m. – 06:00 p.m.

 

Ban Phe Pier, Rayong Province is the main gateway for travelers heading to Koh Samet. The pier area hosts several ferry operators such as Ban Phe Pier, Nuanthip Pier, and Phe Pier, offering both large passenger ferries and speedboats. Boats usually depart every hour starting from 07:00 a.m., with the last trip around 06:00 p.m., providing flexible travel options for visitors.

 

The pier area is lively with seafood restaurants, souvenir shops, and the bustling Ban Phe Market — a famous spot for buying dried seafood and local products. While waiting for a ferry, travelers can enjoy sea views or explore the local market for delicious snacks and souvenirs.

 

Getting to Ban Phe Pier is convenient from Bangkok, with several main routes available:

- Highway No.3 (Sukhumvit Road): passes through Bang Phli, Bang Pakong, Chonburi, Pattaya, and Rayong City – about 220 km.

- Highway No.34 (Bang Na – Trad): connects to Highway No.3, also about 220 km in total.

- Highway No.36 (Bypass Road): connects from Chonburi to Rayong – about 210 km.

- Highway No.7 (Motorway): from Bangkok to Chonburi, then continue on Highway No.36 – about 175 km in total.

 

Getting There: Drive through Klaeng District, turn right following signs to Laem Mae Phim, pass the Sunthorn Phu Monument, then continue another 7 km along the coast through Suan Son Beach until reaching Ban Phe Market. The pier is located at the end of the coastal road and can be accessed easily by private car or public transport.

 

Ferry tickets cost around 100 THB for a round trip (to Nadan Pier) and about 60 THB for a one-way ticket (to Ao Wong Duean). Speedboats cost approximately 200–400 THB per person depending on the destination and passenger count. Parking fees at Ban Phe Pier range between 40–100 THB per day, depending on location and season.

 

In the near future, Ban Phe Pier will be upgraded with a new cross-sea bridge to allow vehicles to travel directly to Koh Samet, which will greatly enhance convenience for tourists and residents alike.

 

Facilities at the pier include large parking lots, public restrooms, restaurants, coffee shops, a tourist police post, and ticket counters. Advance booking is not required for ferries except during holidays or peak seasons when early contact with boat operators is recommended.

 

Nearby Ban Phe Pier, there are several popular restaurants and accommodations within short driving distance, perfect for those who wish to rest before or after visiting Koh Samet.

 

 

A: Yes, it operates daily from 07:00 a.m. to 06:00 p.m., except during rough weather conditions.

 

A: Passenger ferries depart every hour, while speedboats depart on demand throughout the day.

 

A: Around 100 THB for a round trip, 60 THB one-way, and 200–400 THB for speedboats depending on the destination.

 

A: Currently, vehicles are not allowed on ferries, but a new bridge project is under construction to allow vehicle access in the future.

 

A: Yes, several parking lots are available at 40–100 THB per day, depending on the lot and season.

 

A: Booking is not necessary on normal days but is recommended during public holidays or peak travel periods.

 

A: Yes, such as Baan Phe Seafood, Ban Phe Café, and Ban Phe Garden Hotel, all within 1 km of the pier.

 

A: Yes, Ban Phe Market sells dried seafood and Rayong’s famous local products.