Koh Lanta bridge on the cards

The Department of Rural Roads plans to build a 1.95km suspended bridge connecting Ban Hua Hin to Koh Lanta in Krabi.

Koh Lanta consists of Koh Lanta Noi and Koh Lanta Yai. People can commute to and from both islands by using the Siri Lanta bridge opened in 2016. From Koh Lanta to the mainland, a ferry service is available. It transports both passengers and vehicles between Sala Dan pier on Koh Lanta Noi and Ban Hua Hin pier in Koh Klang District.

The service is available daily from 6am to 10pm. The travel time is about 30 minutes. However, service delays can occur if the sea level is not suitable for a ferry to dock at the piers. In addition, the ferry service has limited operation hours and would not be convenient for people to leave the island in case of an emergency, according to department director-general Pathom Chaloeywares.

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