Buses from Bangkok to Koh Samui

Buses from Bangkok to Koh Samui

Bangkok
Koh Samui
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Bangkok to Koh Samui Destination Reviews

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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
P
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
JB
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
DC
Diana C
Toilet too smelly and uncomfortable seat but all connections were good.
Bangkok to Koh Samui, Bus Bus + Van + Ferry, Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel (ทรัพย์ทวีผลทัวร์แอนด์ทราเวล), Jun 23, 2026
A
Antonin
Really good staff, they waited me even if i was late, and good food in board.
Bangkok to Koh Samui, Bus Luxury class, TravelBusAsia, Jun 19, 2026
JA
Jacques A
you go by bus , because
Bangkok to Koh Samui, Bus Express 44, Jarinthon Tour, Jun 19, 2026
TT
Thanya T
The car was clean, the seats were comfortable, and I felt safe throughout the journey.
Bangkok to Koh Samui, Bus VIP Bus, Montanatip (Montanatip), Jun 16, 2026
P
Parichut
Very good service.
Bangkok to Koh Samui, Bus Luxury class, TravelBusAsia, Jun 11, 2026
K
Kevin
The vehicle was surprisingly comfortable The seats lay almost flat. We took the overnight trip to Koh Samui left at 7pm. Free drinks and snacks as soon as it left Bangkok. We stopped at a Transit station at midnight and were given a voucher for food. The green curry was great to be honest. Then back on the bus where the seats relaxed you into another sleep. 5.30 we arrived at a local bus station and had a stretch and toilet break while waiting for the minibus to take us to the pier. A good minibus came after about 20 minutes it was air conditioned and comfortable. Arriving at the pier we were lucky to have a ferry departing so we boarded this straight away. This was a people and vehicle ferry but had good seating and air conditioning. Overall after reading some reviews about waiting for hours and poor communication I was very happy with the information and speediness of all aspects of the service. Big shout out to our host on the 7pm service on 7/6/26 Would I do this trip again ? YES 100%. I arrived in Koh Samui feeling refreshed and travelling overnight meant I did not waste a whole day of my vacation.
Bangkok to Koh Samui, Bus VIP 32, Krungsiam Tour (กรุงสยามทัวร์), Jun 10, 2026
TT
Thanya T
I thought it was a good bus; clean and comfortable.
Bangkok to Koh Samui, Bus Express 44, Jarinthon Tour, Jun 8, 2026
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Bangkok to Koh Samui Bus Schedule

OperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Lomprayah
Express
06:00
16:30
$30.16
  4.6
Tara Tour and Travel
Standard
16:00
10:00
$33.17
Torch
Standard
16:00
10:00
$34.68
The Twin 2000
Bus + Ferry
18:40
10:10
$27.14
Krungsiam Tour
VIP 32
18:45
09:30
$22.62
  4.3
The Nine Travel
Bus + Ferry
18:45
09:00
$30.76
  4.0
Bangkok Travel Plus
Express
18:50
09:00
$22.32
  4.2
Krungsiam Tour
VIP 32
18:50
09:30
$28.17
  4.3
Krungsiam Tour
VIP 32
18:51
09:21
$27.02
Raja Ferry
Express
19:00
09:30
$25.33
  3.7
Montanatip
VIP Bus
19:00
09:30
$24.22
  4.1
Lomprayah
Express
21:00
11:30
$30.16
  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$26
Fastest Bus4h 40m
Earliest Bus5:00 AM
Latest Bus10:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes62
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, 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 Nine Travel, The Tiger 2022, The Twin 2000, Tour with Thai, TravelBusAsia, Van2Travel Train, Zest Go