Buses from Bangkok to Koh Samui

Buses from Bangkok to Koh Samui

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Bangkok to Koh Samui Destination Reviews

JG
Bus was pretty cramped and smelly wish the seats were more comfortable. They did a stop that seamed kinda like a scam where everyone was let off at a bus stop and they basically forced people to buy these expensive bus passes basically the same price as a taxi from the ferry to your hotel I recommend for the price to just get rental motercycle for the day and drive around. Also it won't let you motorbike taxi out of the Ferry terminal you gotta walk like 100meters to the 711 and they will pick you up there.
Bangkok to Koh Samui, Bus Express 44, Jarinthon Tour, Jan 13, 2026
MD
Be carefull
Bangkok to Koh Samui, Bus VIP Bus, Montanatip (Montanatip), Jan 6, 2026
SB
The entire journey was on schedule and comfortable. Frequent stops made the trip more bearable.
Bangkok to Koh Samui, Bus Bus, Oniam Transport (หจก. อ่อนเอี่ยม ทรานสปอร์ต), Dec 30, 2025
MR
It’s so good.The bus was luxurious and the driver was so experienced.
Bangkok to Koh Samui, Bus Bus, Oniam Transport (หจก. อ่อนเอี่ยม ทรานสปอร์ต), Dec 26, 2025
VL
Long journey, but everything was right. Recommended.
Bangkok to Koh Samui, Bus VIP, TravelBusAsia, Dec 19, 2025
TM
Very confortable, free coffee during the trip, and the persons working there are sooo nice, especially one of the girl who is speaking in the microphone, so cute 🥰 Just something bad: too much AC!! You have to put the temperature higher, it’s too cold in the bus
Bangkok to Koh Samui, Bus VIP, TravelBusAsia, Dec 16, 2025
MW
I opted for the somewhat more expensive luxury class, assuming it would guarantee a comfortable long bus journey. Unfortunately, the exact opposite was true: there is probably no more uncomfortable bus than the one we were given for the trip from Bangkok to Surat Thani. Surprisingly, the seats in the left row are further apart than those in the right. This allows passengers in the left row to at least stretch their legs a little. I had the misfortune of sitting in the right row... All the seats recline by perhaps 5 degrees; a near-lying position is out of the question. The fold-up footrest is completely useless, at least in the right row, as it automatically collides with the seat in front. For a journey of over 11 hours, this is unacceptable; I would expect considerably more comfort. I would be interested to know what distinguishes the luxury class from the VIP and standard classes. The price is the highest, but the standard is the lowest...🤬 On the positive side, the punctuality and the very friendly tour guide, who speaks excellent English, showed a sense of humor and explained everything very clearly, were noteworthy.
Bangkok to Koh Samui, Bus Luxury class, TravelBusAsia, Dec 16, 2025
DP
Not bad , extremely cold in the bus
Bangkok to Koh Samui, Bus VIP, TravelBusAsia, Dec 5, 2025
MF
Everything on time !! Good organisation!! I would do it again !!
Bangkok to Koh Samui, Bus Luxury class, TravelBusAsia, Nov 30, 2025
EL
Very good service. The bus was spacious and very new. Also they have Wi-Fi and food for us. recommend.
Bangkok to Koh Samui, Bus First Class, TravelBusAsia, Nov 27, 2025
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Bangkok to Koh Samui Bus Schedule

OperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Lomprayah
Express
06:00
16:30
$32.05
  4.6
Tara Tour and Travel
Standard
16:00
10:00
$35.25
Torch
Standard
16:00
10:00
$36.85
The Twin 2000
Bus + Ferry
18:40
10:10
$28.84
Krungsiam Tour
VIP 32
18:45
09:30
$24.03
  4.3
The Nine Travel
Bus + Ferry
18:45
09:00
$32.69
  4.0
Bangkok Travel Plus
Express
18:50
09:00
$23.71
  4.2
Krungsiam Tour
VIP 32
18:50
09:30
$29.93
  4.3
Krungsiam Tour
VIP 32
18:51
09:21
$27.02
Raja Ferry
Express
19:00
09:30
$26.92
  3.7
Montanatip
VIP Bus
19:00
09:30
$25.73
  4.1
Lomprayah
Express
21:00
11:30
$32.05
  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 오전
Latest Bus10:00 오후
Daily Bus Routes0
Distance755 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