Koh Samui to Koh Lanta

Koh Samui to Koh Lanta

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Koh Samui to Koh Lanta Destination Reviews

JG
Super easy very nice and air conditioned ferry and minibus all the way to Koh lanta
Koh Samui to Koh Lanta, Ferry Express, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Apr 30, 2025
DM
The ticket said we would have a trip in n a bus first to Krabi, but we were in a minivan all the way, which was uncomfortable because of our leg length.
Koh Samui to Koh Lanta, Ferry Express, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Mar 28, 2025
ES
Confusing and stressfull change to the minivan after the ferry. Would be better if they let is get on the bus and away from the heat :) But besides that all went smooth! Got what I paid for
Koh Samui to Koh Lanta, Van Minivan + Ferry, Jarinthon Tour, Mar 20, 2025
CB
OK. The bus was overbooked so we had to wait for another vehicle that was completely rammed.
Koh Samui to Koh Lanta, Ferry Express, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Feb 16, 2025
AL
Not enough space for the bags, peoples and legs … Very noisy bus
Koh Samui to Koh Lanta, Ferry Express, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Nov 14, 2023
LK
During my change over at Krabi to koh lanta , the men tried to take advantage of me with taxi prices to my hotel Driver was driving like a complete lunatic
Koh Samui to Koh Lanta, Ferry Express, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Apr 11, 2023
LB
We drove with two different buses, from the pier we drove with a super comfortable big bus to krabi and from there we drove with a minivan to koh lanta. And there were to many people in the bus more people than places.
Koh Samui to Koh Lanta, Ferry Express, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), May 24, 2022
AW
Efficient and comfortable
Koh Samui to Koh Lanta, Ferry Express, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Feb 27, 2022
JP
Just a little hard for the back on the boat but globally satisfied of the trip
Koh Samui to Koh Lanta, Ferry Express, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Feb 7, 2022
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Koh Samui to Koh Lanta Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
BangkokTaxi24
Economy 3pax
Any time
+8h
$231.61
Bus
Raja Ferry
Express
05:00
16:00
$28.16
Bus
Raja Ferry
Express
05:30
16:00
$28.16
Ferry
Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel
Van + Ferry
06:00
14:30
$27.25
  5.0
Bus
Faiz Travel and Tour
Bus + Ferry
06:20
15:30
$31.18
Bus
Faiz Travel and Tour
Bus + Ferry
06:45
15:30
$28.76
Ferry
Phantip 1970
Express
08:15
17:30
$26.64
  4.0
Van
Jarinthon Tour
Minivan + Ferry
09:00
18:00
$19.04
  3.0
Ferry
Phantip 1970
Express
10:00
17:30
$23.01
  3.9
Ferry
Lomprayah
Express
11:45
18:00
$31.79
  4.5

Transportation from Koh Samui to Koh Lanta

Facts about the transport from Koh Samui to Koh Lanta

Cheapest Transport$28
Fastest Transport6h 15m
Earliest Departure4:00 AM
Latest Departure10:00 PM
Departures per day24
Distance313 kilometers
Transport Companies12Go Transport, BangkokTaxi24, Jarinthon Tour, Jijie Tour and Travel, Lomlahkkhirin, Lomprayah, Phantip 1970, Raja Ferry, Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel, SmackOne, Songserm, Van2Travel

How to get from Koh Samui to Koh Lanta

When you want to get from Koh Samui to Koh Lanta, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Bus
  • Ferry
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Ferry+van. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Taxi+ferry+van ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 330.76. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a ferry+van as a ferry+van ticket costs as low as USD 28.76.

How far is Koh Samui from Koh Lanta?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Koh Samui to Koh Lanta. Your trip will be a total of 195 miles (313 km). The flying distance is 195 miles (313 km).

How long does it take to get from Koh Samui to Koh Lanta?

The travel time from Koh Samui to Koh Lanta can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 7 to 14 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Koh Samui to Koh Lanta?

The cost of the trip from Koh Samui to Koh Lanta varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970): travelling by ferry+van expect to pay as low as USD 28.76 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 330.76.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Koh Samui to Koh Lanta:

  • Bus+Ferry+Van price: USD 27.25. From Koh Samui to Koh Lanta starting from 06:30 Koh Samui Transfer until 06:30 Koh Samui Transfer
  • Bus+taxi+Ferry+Van price: USD 27.85. From Koh Samui to Koh Lanta starting from 22:00 Koh Samui Transfer until 22:00 Koh Samui Transfer
  • Ferry+Van price: USD 28.76 - USD 45.41. From Koh Samui to Koh Lanta starting from 06:00 Na Thon Koh Samui Pier 3 until 11:45 Lomprayah Nathon Pier
  • Ferry tickets - USD 30.28 to USD 38.51.
  • taxi+Ferry+Van price: USD 30.58. From Koh Samui to Koh Lanta starting from 05:00 Lipa Noi Koh Samui until 05:00 Lipa Noi Koh Samui
  • Van price : USD 32.39;
  • taxi+Ferry price: USD 33.30. From Koh Samui to Koh Lanta starting from 08:15 Koh Samui Transfer until 08:15 Koh Samui Transfer
  • Bus+taxi+Ferry price: USD 37.54. From Koh Samui to Koh Lanta starting from 04:00 Koh Samui Transfer until 07:00 Koh Samui Transfer
  • Bus+Ferry price: USD 45.41. From Koh Samui to Koh Lanta starting from 08:30 Lomprayah Nathon Pier until 08:30 Lomprayah Nathon Pier

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 266.36 to USD 330.76.

How many trips per day are there between Koh Samui and Koh Lanta?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • 10 by Ferry+Van from Koh Samui to Koh Lanta starting from 06:00 Na Thon Koh Samui Pier 3 until 11:45 Lomprayah Nathon Pier
  • Ferries leave from Koh Samui for Koh Lanta 6 times a day.
  • Vans from Koh Samui to Koh Lanta depart during the day - there are approximately 2 departures a day.
  • 1 by taxi+Ferry from Koh Samui to Koh Lanta starting from 08:15 Koh Samui Transfer until 08:15 Koh Samui Transfer
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Koh Samui to Koh Lanta any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Koh Samui to Koh Lanta. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 266.36.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Ferries

Travelling by ferry is one of the most scenic ways to get from Koh Samui to Koh Lanta as it combines transportation and sightseeing to some extent.

However, with these upsides in mind, you should still understand ferry travel is not for everyone. If you’re prone to seasickness it may be an unpleasant experience. As a rule, a ferry journey isn’t the cheapest way to travel During the high season ferry tickets might be hard to get, so you should always book in advance when possible.

Things to remember: ferry rides are dependent on weather conditions.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Koh Samui to Koh Lanta. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Koh Samui to Koh Lanta.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Koh Samui to Koh Lanta

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Koh Samui to Koh Lanta? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 47% chosen Ferry+Van
  • 30% chosen taxi+Ferry
  • 10% users voted for a ferry ticket.
  • 5% opted for a van.
  • 3% chosen Bus+taxi+Ferry
  • 2% chosen Bus+Ferry
  • 2% chosen taxi+Ferry+Van
  • 1% Other