Buses from Bangkok to Koh Samui

Buses from Bangkok to Koh Samui

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Koh Samui
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Bangkok to Koh Samui Destination Reviews

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Momiji
Good organisation Clean bus Nice staff Speed catamaran All perfect thanks you.0125359171695E+34;
Bangkok to Koh Samui, Bus VIP Bus + Catamaran, Boonsiri High Speed Ferries (บุญศิริเรือเร็ว), Jul 18, 2026
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Gerrit
We complained to customer service and the operator said they cleaned the toilet that smell very very bad. He only stopped to let us off to get something to eat 6 hours after we left bangkok. He did not stop at convenience store for us to buy something to eat. He stopped next to road.
Bangkok to Koh Samui, Bus VIP, Bangkok Booking Center, Jul 17, 2026
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Edgar T
Comfortable trip. Spacious seats in the bus and everything ran according to schedule. Just dress warm enough because of the constant airco
Bangkok to Koh Samui, Bus VIP 24, Krungsiam Tour (กรุงสยามทัวร์), Jul 14, 2026
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Eaindra P
Overall, the trip was good and the ride was comfortable. However, I booked my ticket to Nathon Pier, but the ferry arrived at Lipa Noi Pier instead. It would have been helpful if I had been informed about the change in advance. Other than that, everything was fine. Thank you.
Bangkok to Koh Samui, Bus Express, Montanatip (Montanatip), Jul 14, 2026
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Lea B
Very well organized trip and quality vehicules, food and water are provided, wifi and charging too, great service
Bangkok to Koh Samui, Bus Luxury class, TravelBusAsia, Jul 13, 2026
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Thomas
We had two flights in 20 hours and hadn’t slept for 2 days going into this. We needed to sleep. I have never been so comfortable in any vehicle before. We were practically lying down in an extremely comfy chair. The cabin was cool which is good for sleep, they also gave us a planket for comfort. Food was provided before it. They were tasty and filling. Staff were lovely This is the best service we have found in Thailand. I highly reccomend
Bangkok to Koh Samui, Bus Luxury class, TravelBusAsia, Jul 12, 2026
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Adele P
Great! The bus was amazing and very comfortable and having all the journey legs in one ticket was so helpful. Highly recommend
Bangkok to Koh Samui, Bus Luxury class, TravelBusAsia, Jul 8, 2026
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Bernadeta M
Overall very good just the urine smell from the toilets the whole bus ride was unpleasant
Bangkok to Koh Samui, Bus Luxury class, TravelBusAsia, Jun 26, 2026
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Pankaj
I was not happy that the driver allowed people to smoke inside the bus next to the driver cab with the the window open. Do you allow smoking on your buses?
Bangkok to Koh Samui, Bus Bus + Van + Ferry, Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel (ทรัพย์ทวีผลทัวร์แอนด์ทราเวล), Jun 26, 2026
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Junrey B
The air conditioning at the back of the bus was defective and that I had to endure a 10 hour bus trip sweating!!! I informed the driver and staff about it and did not do anything.
Bangkok to Koh Samui, Bus Bus + Van + Ferry, Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel (ทรัพย์ทวีผลทัวร์แอนด์ทราเวล), Jun 25, 2026
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Bangkok to Koh Samui Bus Schedule

OperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Lomprayah
Express
06:00
16:30
$29.74
  4.6
Tara Tour and Travel
Standard
16:00
10:00
$32.71
Torch
Standard
16:00
10:00
$34.20
The Twin 2000
Bus + Ferry
18:40
10:10
$26.76
Krungsiam Tour
VIP 32
18:45
09:30
$22.30
  4.3
The Nine Travel
Bus + Ferry
18:45
09:00
$30.33
  4.0
Bangkok Travel Plus
Express
18:50
09:00
$22.00
  4.2
Krungsiam Tour
VIP 32
18:50
09:30
$27.77
  4.3
Krungsiam Tour
VIP 32
18:51
09:21
$27.02
Raja Ferry
Express
19:00
09:30
$24.98
  3.7
Montanatip
VIP Bus
19:00
09:30
$23.88
  4.1
Lomprayah
Express
21:00
11:30
$29.74
  4.6

How to get from Bangkok to Koh Samui by Bus

Taking a bus to get from Bangkok to Koh Samui is a safe, comfortable and less expensive alternative for traveling this route. To popular destinations, bus companies operate multiple trips per day, often round the clock at 30-60 minute intervals. To less traveled destinations, there may be only 1 scheduled trip a day. The most common bus types are non-air-conditioned, air-conditioned, and premium buses.

It is best to reserve your tickets at least a few days ahead of your travel date. Check our list of bus companies available for online booking offering Bangkok to Koh Samui tickets. When traveling on weekends and holidays it is recommended to reserve tickets much earlier due to higher numbers of travelers, both vacation-makers and urban workers returning home to their provincial home.

How far is it from Bangkok to Koh Samui?

Traveling by bus, the distance from Bangkok to Koh Samui depends on the route taken. Most bus companies travel via expressways or tollways. This may not necessarily be the shortest route but it is the fastest one as normally there is less traffic and no traffic lights.

To get to certain island destinations which are not connected to the mainland by a bridge, buses board large car ferries. Passengers are usually asked to get off the bus, but there is no need to take your luggage from the bus. The travel distance from port to port is added to the total distance.

How long does it take to get from Bangkok to Koh Samui by Bus?

The estimate travel time from Bangkok to Koh Samui is about 13h 30m. Note that traveling by bus is slower compared to driving your own car or getting a taxi. Depending on the departure time congestion between Bangkok and Koh Samui may differ greatly There is usually more traffic between morning until afternoon during weekdays than during weekends.

Another important factor that may affect travel time is the type of bus. Premium or VIP buses are usually faster as they use motorways and call to fewer bus stations (if any) en route. Buses normally make short 10-30-minute breaks after a few hours of continuous travel to allow passengers use bathrooms, stock up on munchies and let bus attendants and the driver have rest.

Some premium buses have onboard toilets and the second driver. Nevertheless, usually they still make en route stops for a quick lunch or fuel refill.

How much does it cost to get from Bangkok to Koh Samui by Bus?

The ticket price from Bangkok to Koh Samui can vary depending on the type of buses you choose. For a less expensive ticket consider non-air-conditioned or ordinary buses. Premium or luxury buses are more expensive but you can expect more comfort and some additional services like phone charging ports, personal entertainment system screens and toilets.

Bangkok to Koh Samui timetable

To help you plan your trip, here is the Bangkok to Koh Samui timetable of bus departure and arrival times.

Best Rated Companies for this Route

Bus companies differ a lot in quality and service they provide. When choosing a bus company for you travels, do some basic research before you buy your tickets.

Safety is one of the most important aspects to consider. We also recommend you checking reviews on overall service quality of the bus companies serving this route.

Our service only partners with reliable and trustworthy bus companies. We do our best to provide your a choice of the best operators available on each route.

Facts about the bus from Bangkok to Koh Samui

Cheapest Bus$25
Fastest Bus4h 40m
Earliest Bus5:00 AM
Latest Bus10:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes61
Distance971 kilometers
Bus CompaniesAsia Holiday Travel, Bangkok Booking Center, Bangkok Travel Plus, Boonsiri High Speed Ferries, Holiday Travel Agency, Jarinthon Tour, Krungsiam Tour, Lampoo Ocean Travel, Lomprayah, Montanatip, Nara Travel, Next Step Journey, Oniam Transport, Raja Ferry, Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel, Seatran Discovery, Tara Tour and Travel, Thai Lion Air, Thai Railways, The Tiger 2022, The Twin 2000, Tour with Thai, TravelBusAsia, Zest Go