| Type | Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ferry | Koh Tao Booking Center | Private Speedboat 10 Pax + Van | 00:00 | 02:00 | $1,028.27 | |
Ferry | Koh Tao Booking Center | Private Speedboat 20 Pax + Van | 00:00 | 02:00 | $1,092.53 | |
Ferry | Lomlahkkhirin | Speedboat | 07:00 | 08:30 | $14.14 | |
Ferry | Lomlahkkhirin | Speedboat | 07:00 | 08:30 | $20.89 | |
Ferry | Lomprayah | Express | 07:00 | 08:30 | $12.37 | |
Ferry | Lomlahkkhirin | Speedboat | 07:05 | 08:30 | $14.14 | |
Ferry | Lomlahkkhirin | Speedboat | 09:00 | 10:30 | $17.99 | |
Ferry | Lomprayah | Express | 09:30 | 11:30 | $12.37 | |
Ferry | Songserm | High Speed Ferry | 09:30 | 13:00 | $16.07 | |
Ferry | Phantip 1970 | Express | 09:30 | 14:00 | $21.85 | |
Ferry | Lomprayah | Catamaran | 09:30 | 12:20 | $19.28 | |
Ferry | Songserm | Express | 09:30 | 14:00 | $20.89 | |
Ferry | Songserm | High Speed Ferry | 09:30 | 13:00 | $15.50 | |
Ferry | Lomlahkkhirin | Speedboat | 11:00 | 12:30 | $17.99 | |
Ferry | Lomlahkkhirin | Speedboat | 12:00 | 13:30 | $17.99 | |
Ferry | Lomlahkkhirin | Speedboat | 13:00 | 14:30 | $17.99 | |
Ferry | Call Me Taxi Group Booking | Taxi + Ferry | 13:00 | 18:30 | $64.27 | |
Ferry | Lomprayah | Express | 15:30 | 17:30 | $12.37 | |
Ferry | Lomprayah | Catamaran | 15:30 | 18:00 | $19.28 | |
Ferry | Lomprayah | Express | 16:30 | 19:00 | $9.74 |
Koh Samui is generally a safe destination for backpackers. Petty crime, such as pickpocketing, can occur, so keep valuables secure and be aware of your surroundings, especially in crowded areas.
The island's transportation includes songthaews (shared taxis) and motorbike rentals; exercise caution if renting a motorbike, as road conditions can vary and traffic rules may differ.
Tap water is not safe to drink, so stick to bottled water. Emergency services are available, with police and medical facilities on the island. Always have travel insurance to cover potential mishaps.
For accommodation, options range from budget hostels (~300-500 THB per night, $8-14) to mid-range hotels (~1,000-2,000 THB per night, $27-54).
Enjoy local attractions like beaches, night markets, and cultural sites while following basic safety precautions.
In Koh Samui, meal times generally follow a typical Thai schedule, with breakfast around 7:00-9:00 AM, lunch between 12:00-2:00 PM, and dinner from 6:00-8:00 PM. However, given its popularity as a tourist destination, many restaurants offer flexible dining hours to accommodate international travelers, often staying open until late at night.
Street food stalls and night markets also provide late-night dining options. It is common for locals and tourists alike to enjoy snacks or smaller meals throughout the day due to the warm climate and active lifestyle.
Walking across Koh Samui is not typically feasible due to its size and infrastructure. The island measures approximately 25 kilometers (15.5 miles) in length and 21 kilometers (13 miles) in width, with hilly terrain and limited pedestrian-friendly paths. For shorter distances, you can explore parts of the island on foot, such as Chaweng or Bophut, which are more pedestrian-friendly.
For traveling across the island, renting a scooter or car is recommended. Scooter rentals cost around 150-300 THB ($4-8) per day, while car rentals are approximately 800-1,500 THB ($22-42) per day. Public transportation, like songthaews (shared taxis), is also available, with fares typically ranging from 50-150 THB ($1.50-4) per trip.
Travelling between Koh Tao and Koh Samui is possible by Ferry, van and taxi. Ferry guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Taxi+ferry is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 1,420.29 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a ferry which will set you back mere USD 14.46.
It can take you anywhere between 2 and 5 hours to travel between Koh Tao and Koh Samui depending on the means of transport you choose.
Ferry is the fastest way to travel between Koh Tao and Koh Samui. Ferry will bring you to your destination in 1h 30m. Taxi+ferry does a much slower job and take about 4h 30m to reach Koh Samui.
Travelling between Koh Tao and Koh Samui can be as cheap as USD 14.46 if you opt for a Songserm (ส่งเสริม) ferry and as expensive as USD 1,420.29 if you buy a Koh Tao Booking Center taxi ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Koh Tao to Koh Samui.
Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.
Koh Tao Booking Center
Things to remember: Ferry rides may be cancelled due to rough seas.
Boonsiri High Speed Ferries (บุญศิริเรือเร็ว), Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Seatran Discovery (ซีทราน), Songserm (ส่งเสริม), Songserm Express
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Ferry remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
| Cheapest Transport | $15 |
| Fastest Transport | 1h 30m |
| Earliest Departure | 7:05 AM |
| Latest Departure | 4:30 PM |
| Departures per day | 29 |
| Distance | 75 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Boonsiri High Speed Ferries, Koh Tao Booking Center, Lomlahkkhirin, Lomprayah, Phantip 1970, Seatran Discovery, Songserm, Songserm Express |