Ferries from Koh Samui to Phuket

Ferries from Koh Samui to Phuket

Koh Samui
Phuket
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Koh Samui to Phuket Destination Reviews

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Vijay G
Reducing one star because, the Phantip office where tickets are issued for pier and bus is about 500 mtrs, not proper road. We are expected to carry our baggage’s and walk to the pier. I expected someone to handover the tickets at the pier itself or arranged for a drop from Phantip office.
Koh Samui to Phuket, Ferry Express, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), May 9, 2026
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Bruna P
The ferry from Samui to mainland is great, but the bus is not. I've taken other travel buses in Thailand and this was by far the worst. The AC was barely working so it was really hot inside, the bus was very dirty and old, in need of maintenance, and the plugs to charge did not work. I dont know if there was a toilet in the bus, but if there was, no one used it. It stopped quite often.
Koh Samui to Phuket, Ferry Express, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Apr 16, 2026
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Loris F
Personnel in Phantip very nice, trip with Seatran nice and smooth. Bus trip from Donsak to Phuket: not comfortable bus at all. They will charge you extra for the luggage, they count as normal size a hand luggage. They well know most tourist travel with a medium to big luggage or a big backpack, which means they charge almost everyone. Why not adding this cost to the trip right away? or give people the options to buy online? Second: the bus stopped after 15 minutes from leaving the pear. No one needed that stop. Then it stops again 1,5 / 2 hours before phuket (reasonable stop).
Koh Samui to Phuket, Ferry Express, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Apr 3, 2026
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Nicolas C
We arrived at the destination an hour late. But other than that the service was not bad.
Koh Samui to Phuket, Ferry Express, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Mar 28, 2026
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Gerda V
Old bus and we have to pay 100 baht each because our bag was 0,2 inch to big, ridiculous, the way of measuring was not correct, we have small bags
Koh Samui to Phuket, Ferry Express, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Mar 16, 2026
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Theo
Everything was fine but at the final terminal there was no further transport to our final destination
Koh Samui to Phuket, Ferry Express, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Mar 2, 2026
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Catharine
It was really good, both the ferry and bus ride were comfortable.
Koh Samui to Phuket, Ferry Express, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Feb 13, 2026
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Bev B
Long, especially on bus, ferry great, bit of faff around phuket, but got us in next bus to patong, and dropped us off where we asked for.
Koh Samui to Phuket, Ferry Express, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Feb 12, 2026
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Gergo E
Cheap, straightforward, comfortable. The bus stopped twice for comfort breaks, the Ferry was comfortable and the staff in Phuket and Koh Samui were really nice
Koh Samui to Phuket, Ferry Express, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Feb 2, 2026
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Robert M
Waiting hours without reasons and many stops- extra charge for + 2inches but ok (100baht). Many many stops and big Traffic in Phuket….bus seats are comfy just waiting is unnecessary!
Koh Samui to Phuket, Ferry Express, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Jan 18, 2026
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Koh Samui to Phuket Ferry Schedule

OperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Phantip Group Booking
Bus + Ferry + Van
00:00
07:30
$756.88
Phantip 1970
Express
08:15
18:00
$24.47
  4.5
Phantip 1970
Express
08:15
17:00
$19.52
  4.1
Lomprayah
Express
08:30
15:30
$22.09
  4.6
PP Service
Ferry + Van
09:00
17:30
$24.10
PP Service
Ferry + Van
09:00
18:00
$21.63
PP Service
Ferry + Van
09:00
18:30
$24.10
Phantip 1970
Express
10:00
17:00
$15.45
  4.2
Nara Travel
Ferry + Bus
10:00
17:00
$21.93
  5.0
Phantip 1970
Express
10:00
18:00
$21.01
  4.4
Phantip 1970
Express
10:15
19:30
$24.47
  4.5
Phantip 1970
Express
10:15
18:30
$19.52
  4.1
Lomprayah
Express
11:45
18:30
$22.09
  4.3
Lomprayah
Express
11:45
18:30
$28.11
  4.4
Nara Travel
High Speed Ferry + Bus
11:45
18:30
$40.16
Nara Travel
Ferry + Bus + Van
11:45
19:00
$33.98
Phantip 1970
Express
12:00
18:30
$15.45
  4.2
Nara Travel
Ferry + Bus
12:00
18:30
$21.93
  5.0
Phantip 1970
Express
12:00
19:30
$21.01
  4.4

How to get from Koh Samui to Phuket by Ferry

Travelling between Koh Samui and Phuket on a ferry is quite convenient. A ferry journey gives you a chance to experience some beautiful scenery while moving from Koh Samui to Phuket. To find the most scenic and comfortable trips within your price range, make sure you book in advance.

How far is it Koh Samui from Phuket?

The distance between Koh Samui and Phuket by ferry is 187 miles (300 kilometers). The ferry trip may not cover the shortest route between these two points but it makes for a very memorable travel experience.

How long does it take to get from Koh Samui to Phuket by Ferry?

Based on the distance and the average speed of the boat, it normally takes around 6h 45m to get from Koh Samui to Phuket. Keep in mind, however, that travel time will heavily depend on weather conditions and the type of the vessel..

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

As it is considered to be a premium way of transportation for many tourists, a ferry ticket from Koh Samui to Phuket comes at a price – expect to shell out from USD 40.16 up.

If you’re traveling with a child under 14 y.o., most boat companies provide discounts for a ferry ticket.

Best companies for this route

When choosing a boat company from the Koh Samui to Phuket timetable, make sure you consider the following:

  • Read the reviews. You can find feedback from seasoned travellers who took a ferry from Koh Samui to Phuket and are willing to share their experience.
  • If you’re traveling with kids, it makes sense to look for a kid-friendly company that offers discounts for children.
  • Take into account the distance between the port and the place you’re staying. Use Google Maps to ensure you can get to the port on time. If the hotel you chose and the port are far away, it’s wiser to avoid early morning departures.
  • During high season, many boat companies add extra departures to their usual schedule. They can be found on our website.

Transportation from Koh Samui to Phuket

Facts about the ferry from Koh Samui to Phuket

Cheapest Ferry$17
Fastest Ferry6h
Earliest Ferry5:00 AM
Latest Ferry1:30 PM
Daily Ferry Routes43
Distance300 kilometers
Ferry Companies12Go Transport, Call Me Taxi, Jarinthon Tour, Lomprayah, Nara Travel, Phantip 1970, PP Service, Raja Ferry, Songserm