Pattaya - High Speed Ferry Pattaya

andmel · #1 04-07-2009, 19:32

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Many believed it would never happen, however, the new Pattaya to Hua-Hin ‘High Speed Ferry’, has finally made it into the water after two years of meticulous preparations by the Swedish owners. The new ‘Thai Living Ferry Co’ craft, aptly named ‘Imagine’, will be licensed to carry up to one hundred passengers, after it has passed its sea trials which are now taking place. The new daily service is due to start this month, hold onto your hat when making the trip.

Pattaya Today Newspaper - Hua-Hin High Speed Ferry

karma · #2 07-07-2009, 03:22

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Originally Posted by .pattayatoday.net

The cost should be around 1,200 baht per passenger, and will only take around 3-hours, which sure beats the hell out of a boring 6-hour land trip.

That's great news. Was planing to make a short visit to Hua Hin this time, after being in pattaya.

wabbits · #3 07-07-2009, 04:30

now that will be handy just in time for me in sept.

karma · #4 07-07-2009, 05:15

I'm going in September too, but I can't find info if that ferry trip has really started.

wabbits · #5 07-07-2009, 06:12

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Originally Posted by karma

I'm going in September too, but I can't find info if that ferry trip has really started.

it will be a case of keep looking you would think there will be plenty of info ,madif they don't. I will be there on about the 7th might see you there.

bal gehakt · #6 21-08-2009, 04:23

Is there more info about this ferry yet? I never been to Hua Hin, and that would be a great trip!

Dupree00 · #7 21-08-2009, 06:48

Sounds like a party. A boat full of punters and GoGo girls.

JayBee · #8 21-08-2009, 07:25

OK, the ferry is high speed. But what does that mean? How fast does it go. How long does it take to get to Hua Hin? Is it actually faster than taking the bus? If so, how much time do you save?

Bello Uomo · #9 21-08-2009, 08:44

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Originally Posted by JayBee

OK, the ferry is high speed. But what does that mean? How fast does it go. How long does it take to get to Hua Hin? Is it actually faster than taking the bus? If so, how much time do you save?

This is unconfirmed, but I've read that the cost will be around 1,200 baht per passenger and that the trip will take around 3 hours.

When I went from Bangkok to Hua Hin (by mini bus) it took me about 3.5 hours to get there. So add another 2 hours or so to get from Pattaya to Bangkok and I reckon a direct bus trip (if this even exists between Pattaya and Hua Hin!) would take about 5 hours depending on traffic. And more like 6 hours if you have to go through Bangkok.

The Loop · #10 21-08-2009, 08:44

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Starting at the beginning of March they will also launch a high-speed ferry service doing the crossing from Pattaya to Hua Hin in a blistering 2 hours. This will present passengers with aircraft type seating for up to 25 people and a hostess service offering drinks and snacks. The pick up point will be from Bali Hai pier in Pattaya and a free shuttle bus will meet the boat at Pak Nam Pran Marina to transfer passengers to Hua Hin. It is planned to offer two trips a day from Pattaya, departing at 9am and 4pm respectively. The return journeys will be at 6am and 1pm.

Stormbringer Charters are also currently running a minibus service to Hua Hin which departs twice daily at 6am and 12 noon from Jomtien, Second Rd and Dolphin Roundabout. The minibuses are new and can carry golf clubs and luggage etc in the trailer. The fare one-way is 450 Baht and the trip takes 4hrs with a 10min stop halfway.

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Dupree00 · #11 21-08-2009, 08:56

How the fcuk am I supposed to get a BG on a 6am ferry? 5555

Bello Uomo · #12 21-08-2009, 09:33

Hard enough getting them onto any boat faster than a longtail, innit?

The Loop · #13 21-08-2009, 09:52

Then there`s the sea sickness aspect in the rainy season..

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There are two stages of sea sickness, the first is when you are afraid you'll die, the second is when you become afraid that you won't.

The Loop · #14 21-08-2009, 10:17

Actually i have driven from Pats to HH.

I think it was 5 hours,and in the middle of the day.

If it were peak hour in BKK even longer,IMO.

That makes the ferry trip even more appealing.

wylos · #15 21-08-2009, 14:14

a route that i think will be well
Used.........1200 sounds a bit steep,but if it as quick as it says well worth it.

Does the article above mean the service is starting next march...or is it already delayed??

wylos · #16 21-08-2009, 14:46

*edit button is nightmare on my phone

What i was gonna add is.....the route sounds steep fot a boat ride,but if u weigh it up its a good deal at 1200b.....a taxi alone to and from bkk - hua hin is no less than 1500b

any more up to date info?

Suikku · #17 21-08-2009, 14:48

Here's a link to Thailiving ferry ThailivingFerry

Looks like they are starting operations in october this year. Not much other info on the site yet.

I'm going to be in Hua Hin in October so this could be a good way to visit Pattaya (never been there).

Pentire · #18 21-08-2009, 16:06

Since that new bridge was opened SE of Bangkok, I have been reading that it is now feasible to complete the road journey, Pattaya-Hua Hin in around three and half hours or less.

Ozskin · #19 24-08-2009, 18:01

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Originally Posted by Pentire

Since that new bridge was opened SE of Bangkok, I have been reading that it is now feasible to complete the road journey, Pattaya-Hua Hin in around three and half hours or less.

I took a taxi from Pattaya to Cha-Am last week (which is only 25km north of Hua Hin)
We took the new motorway which bypasses bangkok to the south.
We left at 6pm, and despite 45min crawling through traffic getting out of chonburi, we made it in 3.5 hrs.

A good run in the middle of the day i would expect 3.5hrs to hua hin easily achievable.

bluejersey · #20 07-09-2009, 20:11

Took us 4.5 hours in Feb minibus with 5 of us and 3 girls.

The Loop · #21 07-09-2009, 20:17

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Originally Posted by The Loop

Actually i have driven from Pats to HH.

I think it was 5 hours,and in the middle of the day.

If it were peak hour in BKK even longer,IMO.

That makes the ferry trip even more appealing.

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Originally Posted by Ozskin

I took a taxi from Pattaya to Cha-Am last week (which is only 25km north of Hua Hin)
We took the new motorway which bypasses bangkok to the south.
We left at 6pm, and despite 45min crawling through traffic getting out of chonburi, we made it in 3.5 hrs.

A good run in the middle of the day i would expect 3.5hrs to hua hin easily achievable.

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Originally Posted by bluejersey

Took us 4.5 hours in Feb minibus with 5 of us and 3 girls.

Just remembered i git a little lost during that trip about 12 months ago.

I can recall heading north from Pats and passing the airport and it was on my left hand side,when the map clearly stated it should have been on the right..

Took me a little bit longer to get my bearings and find the correct road to get out of the traffic maze called Bangkok.

Banana disco · #22 13-09-2009, 22:03

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Originally Posted by Pentire

Since that new bridge was opened SE of Bangkok, I have been reading that it is now feasible to complete the road journey, Pattaya-Hua Hin in around three and half hours or less.

Dear friend. I just make a silly remark, that there is also an airport as well in that very joyful city Pattaya, and the beautiful Hua Hin. That is indeed less interesting.

A trip on a ferry is another way then a taking a car, then a plane. How more choice, the better for everybody. I don't get seasick, and having had the opportunity several times to Hua Hin by the road, this would be a welcome alternative!

likeitalot · #23 14-09-2009, 06:52

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Originally Posted by Banana disco

Dear friend. I just make a silly remark, that there is also an airport as well in that very joyful city Pattaya, and the beautiful Hua Hin. That is indeed less interesting.

A trip on a ferry is another way then a taking a car, then a plane. How more choice, the better for everybody. I don't get seasick, and having had the opportunity several times to Hua Hin by the road, this would be a welcome alternative!

Dearest beloved your posts sound like Nigerian emails.

dennisinkamala · #24 28-09-2009, 10:31

Tw@t....

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Originally Posted by The Loop

Just remembered i git a little lost during that trip about 12 months ago.

I can recall heading north from Pats and passing the airport and it was on my left hand side,when the map clearly stated it should have been on the right..

Took me a little bit longer to get my bearings and find the correct road to get out of the traffic maze called Bangkok.

Hoopy Frood · #25 28-09-2009, 12:32

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Originally Posted by Suikku

Here's a link to Thailiving ferry ThailivingFerry

Looks like they are starting operations in october this year. Not much other info on the site yet.

I'm going to be in Hua Hin in October so this could be a good way to visit Pattaya (never been there).

October in 3 days & an update on their site dated 21/9/09 says "Due to long delays from our boat builder. Service launch will be postponed untill further notice."

Hope it's not too long for their sake - I'd be keen to try it. Will be during Peak season if I do get to try it.

me123 · #26 29-09-2009, 03:45

we should start a poll.........
WHAT WILL HAPPEN FIRST......
1...The Pattaya Hua Hin Ferry Service ...????
or
2.. Nana Plaza To Become A Parking Lot....

Hmmmmm hard to say for sure.....

Minder · #27 29-09-2009, 08:55

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Originally Posted by me123

we should start a poll.........
WHAT WILL HAPPEN FIRST......
1...The Pattaya Hua Hin Ferry Service ...????
or
2.. Nana Plaza To Become A Parking Lot....

Hmmmmm hard to say for sure.....

Take a ferry to Paradise or Take Paradise and put up a parking lot?