Facts about the van from Bangkok to Koh Samet
| Cheapest Van | $10 |
| Fastest Van | 2h 45m |
| Earliest Van | 7:00 AM |
| Latest Van | 11:00 AM |
| Daily Van Routes | 14 |
| Distance | 109 kilometers |
| Van Companies | Nuanthip, PN Group, PP Koh Samed, TravelBusAsia |
Vans from Bangkok to Koh Samet
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Bangkok to Koh Samet Destination Reviews
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Oana AComfortable journey witha new minivan. Pay attention to the lady from the Nadan pier, she is aggressively trying to sell you return tickets with her company (only boat, not the transfer to BKK or other destination). Usually, these tickets are bought together from 12Go.
Bangkok to Koh Samet, Van Luxury Van + Speed Boat, TravelBusAsia, Mar 5, 2026
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Mark TThe bus from Bangkok was driving slow and alot of stops it took 4 hours to reach Ban Phe pier the speed boat was ok
Bangkok to Koh Samet, Van Bus + Speedboat, PN Group (PN Group), Feb 24, 2026
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Xuan BBooked the normal big bus on the way to Koh samet, bus ride was comfortable and on time, gave us food and water.
The speedboat journey was chaos though, allow 1hr+ window waiting around for the 15min ride.
Took the more expensive van option on way back to airport, no food/water was provided.
Bangkok to Koh Samet, Van Bus + Speedboat, PN Group (PN Group), Feb 6, 2026
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Paul GThe van and ferry trip was very good overall. Everything was punctual, comfortable, and well organized during the journey itself. The transfer and ferry ride went smoothly and met expectations.
However, the information regarding how to redeem the bus ticket was insufficient. It was not clearly communicated that the ticket had to be exchanged at Ticket Building C first, and that the bus departure point was located at the back of the bus terminal. This caused some unnecessary confusion.
Despite this minor issue, the service was reliable and pleasant, and I would still recommend it.
Bangkok to Koh Samet, Van Van + Ferry, Nuanthip, Jan 26, 2026
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Shezad REverything was great. The team at Ban Phe pier was extremely polite. The only downside was the bus driver from Ekkamai bus terminal. He took extra money from us, 20 baht, just to put our luggage into the bus. This really shocked me and my partner as we thought everything was paid for. But since we are tourists and looking forward to our trip, we obliged. Didn’t expect to be charged extra money.
Bangkok to Koh Samet, Van Bus + Speedboat, PN Group (PN Group), Jan 16, 2026
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Pasika SExcellent serviceThe ride was comfortable, and the driver drove very safely. The speedboat reached the island in no time. Everything was perfect, and I’ll definitely be back. 10/10
Bangkok to Koh Samet, Van Luxury Van + Speed Boat, TravelBusAsia, Jan 12, 2026
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Alessandro LExperience was very good. We forgot 1 bag on the bus, we contact ed the team via whatsapp, the driver found the bag and they Sens It over tò Koh samet the next day. Big thank you!!
Bangkok to Koh Samet, Van Bus + Speedboat, PN Group (PN Group), Jan 11, 2026
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Stefanie Careful, this minuibus leaves from the new Mochit Minibus station across the road, not the old Mochit Chatuchak station (unfortunately taxi drivers only seem to know the old station). The minibus left 30 minutes later (7h30 not 7h) and we only arrived on Koh Samet at 11h45. It's a trip by speedboat, not the ferry, please fix the description. Since I get sick on speedboats, I was not too happy about this unwanted upgrade :(
Bangkok to Koh Samet, Van Shared van, PP Koh Samed, Jan 10, 2026
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Peter KMe and my Wife traveled to Koh Samet and everything worked perfekt from bus to boat transfer!
Bangkok to Koh Samet, Van Bus + Speedboat, PN Group (PN Group), Jan 9, 2026
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Robert IOur trip from Bangkok to Koh Samet was great:
Comfortable big bus + water + McDonald's hamburger + toilet stop.
On time.
Bangkok to Koh Samet, Van Bus + Speedboat, PN Group (PN Group), Dec 27, 2025
Bangkok to Koh Samet Van Schedule
| Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
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Andaman Shuttle | Standard | 06:00 | 13:15 | $40.21 | |
PN Group | Minibus + Speedboat | 07:00 | 11:50 | $10.52 | |
PP Koh Samed | Shared van | 07:00 | 10:45 | $11.75 | |
PN Group | Minibus + Speedboat | 09:00 | 13:50 | $10.52 | |
PP Koh Samed | Shared van | 09:00 | 12:45 | $11.75 | |
Next Step Journey | Van + Speedboat | 09:30 | 13:00 | $18.56 | |
Andaman Shuttle | Standard | 09:30 | 16:15 | $35.57 | |
Andaman Shuttle | Standard | 10:00 | 15:15 | $44.23 | |
PN Group | Minibus + Speedboat | 11:00 | 15:50 | $10.52 | |
PP Koh Samed | Shared van | 11:00 | 14:45 | $11.75 |
How to get from Bangkok to Koh Samet by van
Vans are a faster alternative to buses; vans usually offer more scheduled departures than buses or other means of transport over the same route; vans may serve the routes not served by buses, trains, or flights. What other reasons do you need to opt for a van? Ah! Very often, they are much more affordable than any other means of transport. Van from Bangkok to Koh Samet departs regularly according to the schedule and is a decent option to get to your destination at a reasonable price. Now van tickets can be booked online what makes planning of your trip more convenient. Before you book your van ticket, remember to read other travellers’ reviews on your operator’s service to ensure it meets your expectations.
Currently the following operators can help you to travel from Bangkok to Koh Samet by van: .
How far is Bangkok from Koh Samet?
Bangkok sits 109 km from Koh Samet.
How long does it take to get from Bangkok to Koh Samet by van?
Vans cover the distance between Bangkok and Koh Samet in 3h 30m – 3h 30m hours. Do note that though vans usually stick to their schedule, your journey can take longer if traffic is excessive or the weather is bad. The worst periods in the sense of violation of the timetable is long weekends, national holidays, school vacations and peak season. With roads stuck with traffic do expect delays. Stormy weather with heavy rains or snowfalls can also cause your arrival time to change. Yet in general you can rely on the timing declared by the operator.
The fastest service on this route is provided by PP Koh Samed. PP Koh Samed’s vans travel slower than others.
How much does it cost to get from Bangkok to Koh Samet by van?
Opposite to, say, buses, normally vans do not offer a great variety in the sense of ticket class hence the price of the ticket is the same for all seats in a van. Note that some seats offer more comfort during the ride. E.g. in some vans the passenger seat by the driver is also available. If you are lucky enough to get it, you may have more space and definitely a better view there. Similarly, in some vans seats in the back row may be a disappointment as they do not recline due to the trunk filled with travellers’ luggage.
To hop onto a van between Bangkok and Koh Samet expect to pay from USD 10.21 to USD 10.21. The more convenient the ride, the more you pay – either for extra space or for less stops enroute. PP Koh Samed is the cheapest operator on the route while PP Koh Samed is the most expensive one.
Travelling by van essentials
- Ensure to check carefully from where your van departs. In many cases vans are stationed not at the city main bus station but elsewhere. Individual van operators may have their own van stops located anywhere, and one and the same operator may sell tickets to their vans from different stops. If you are planning a bus-van connection, be sure you understand where to catch your van as it is easy to assume that vans leave from the same station where buses arrive. No, it is not necessarily so!
- There are different types of vans accommodating from 9 to 15 or more passengers. While on certain routes you have no alternative, on others you can choose. The rule of thumb – fewer seats mean more leg space and more comfort. As well as more money for your ticket. But this is probably the case when it is worth investing into your seat a bit more.
- Vans accommodating more passengers are often cramped and do not provide any additional space for your luggage. In many cases your ticket will include only one piece of luggage, often with limited weight. If you travel with huge suitcases or backpacks you may want – or even need – to buy an extra seat for your luggage. Before booking an extra seat for your luggage though do check with the operator if they allow it. If you did buy a separate seat for your luggage, and the driver during the way tries to pick up an extra passenger to put on a “vacant” seat, insist on right to use it as you paid for it.
- There are obviously no on board toilets in vans but if your journey lasts over two or three hours there will normally be one or more bathroom stop(s) enroute. During the bathroom stop, take a note of your van number plate when you get off. It will make it easier for you to find the van among similar vehicles and in an unhappy case (hypothetically!) of van leaving without you, you can at least report it to the operator.
- Van drivers are notorious for their driving style. Though many companies enforce strict speed limits on their vehicles they are often not observed. This is probably a major downside of van travel in some countries. Anyway, if speed limits are violated do not be shy to ask the driver to go slower. Normally there will be an information plate with the telephone numbers to call if your driver violates traffic rules – report each such case without hesitation. Also, do leave your review if not satisfied with the service to warn other travellers.
- It is compulsory to use belts for all the van passengers. Even if your driver does not insist on it, use the belt for your own safety. Belts are sometimes fixed behind your seat – do not hesitate to release them and use as they are intended to be used.
- Many vans do not have scheduled departures but depart when full. Sometimes waiting periods can be long, especially if you happen to come immediately after the previous van has departed or just in the end of the day when there are not so many passengers. Always make sure you understand whether your ticket is for a scheduled trip or otherwise. Normally operators who allow online booking of their tickets, provide scheduled service meaning your van will depart on time no matter how many passengers show up for the trip.
Transportation from Bangkok to Koh Samet
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Buses$ 6.25
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Ferries$ 10.67
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Flights$ 296.65
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Taxis$ 63.97
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Vans$ 9.90
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Trains are not available