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Chalong Pier: Your Departure Point for Island Tours
Best Phuket GuideApril 8, 2026
What Is Chalong Pier?
Chalong Pier (Chalong Bay Pier) is located on the southeastern coast of Phuket, in the Chalong Bay area. It is one of the busiest piers in Phuket for island tour departures, particularly for speedboat tours heading to nearby islands like Coral Island, Koh Racha, and the Phi Phi Islands.
Location
The pier is at Chalong Bay, about 10 kilometers south of Phuket Town and roughly 15 kilometers from Patong Beach. It is well-signposted and easy to find. Chalong is a popular area with many restaurants and the famous Wat Chalong temple nearby.
Which Tours Depart from Chalong Pier?
- Coral Island (Koh Hae) tours: The closest island, just 15 minutes by speedboat
- Koh Racha (Racha Yai and Racha Noi) day trips
- Some Phi Phi Islands speedboat tours
- Diving trips to southern dive sites
- Private speedboat charters
- Fishing trips
- Some sunset cruises
How to Get There
- From Patong: 25 to 35 minutes by car. Taxi: 400 to 600 THB.
- From Kata/Karon: 15 to 20 minutes. Taxi: 300 to 400 THB.
- From Phuket Town: 15 to 20 minutes. Taxi: 200 to 300 THB.
- From Rawai/Nai Harn: 10 to 15 minutes. Taxi: 200 to 300 THB.
- With a tour: Most tours include hotel pickup. Your minivan will bring you to the pier.
Facilities
- Parking: Available (see our parking guide)
- Restaurants and cafes: Several options near the pier
- Toilets: Available at the pier
- Shops: Small convenience stores
- Dive shops: Several operators based at or near the pier
Chalong vs Rassada Pier
Visitors often confuse the two. Here is the distinction:
| Feature | Rassada Pier | Chalong Pier |
|---|---|---|
| Location | East coast, Phuket Town | Southeast coast, Chalong Bay |
| Main use | Ferries to other islands | Speedboat tours, diving |
| Ferries to Phi Phi | Yes | No (speedboats only) |
| Coral Island tours | No | Yes |
| Size | Larger terminal | Smaller, more casual |
Tips
- Confirm your pier. Always verify which pier your tour departs from.
- Arrive early. 20 to 30 minutes before departure is sufficient for Chalong.
- Morning traffic. The road to Chalong Pier can get busy during peak tour departure times (7:00 to 8:00 AM).
- Nearby attractions. Combine your tour with a visit to Wat Chalong temple or the Big Buddha viewpoint, both within 10 minutes of the pier.
Browse our available tours to see which ones depart from Chalong Pier, or contact us for help.
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