Big Buddha to Koh Samui

Big Buddha to Koh Samui

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Big Buddha to Koh Samui Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Thailand Limo by Datum
Van 9pax
Any time
+10m
$25.39
Taxi
Thailand Limo by Datum
SUV 4pax
Any time
+10m
$19.04

How to get from Big Buddha to Koh Samui

When you want to get from Big Buddha to Koh Samui, 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 Taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a 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 609.41. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus+ferry as a bus+ferry ticket costs as low as USD 20.63.

How far is Big Buddha from Koh Samui?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Big Buddha to Koh Samui. Your trip will be a total of 187 miles (300 km). The flying distance is 187 miles (300 km).

How long does it take to get from Big Buddha to Koh Samui?

The travel time from Big Buddha to Koh Samui can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 6 to 10 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Big Buddha to Koh Samui?

The cost of the trip from Big Buddha to Koh Samui varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970): travelling by bus+ferry expect to pay as low as USD 20.63 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 609.41.

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

  • Bus+Ferry price: USD 20.63. From Big Buddha to Koh Samui starting from 08:00 Phuket Bus Terminal 2 until 08:00 Phuket Bus Terminal 2
  • Ferry+Van price: USD 20.63 - USD 48.02. From Big Buddha to Koh Samui starting from 06:00 Phuket Chalong Hotel Transfer until 10:00 Phuket Bus Terminal 1
  • Bus+taxi+Ferry price: USD 25.07. From Big Buddha to Koh Samui starting from 08:00 Phuket Bus Terminal 2 until 08:00 Phuket Bus Terminal 2
  • Bus+Ferry+Van price: USD 25.07. From Big Buddha to Koh Samui starting from 08:00 Phuket Bus Terminal 2 until 08:00 Phuket Bus Terminal 2
  • taxi+Ferry price: USD 26.98 - USD 47.61. From Big Buddha to Koh Samui starting from 06:30 Patong Kata Karon Transfer until 07:30 Patong Kata Karon Transfer
  • Bus+Van price: USD 33.52 - USD 41.13. From Big Buddha to Koh Samui starting from 07:00 Patong Hotel Transfer until 08:00 Patong Hotel Transfer
  • Van price : USD 35.04 - USD 39.42;
  • Ferry tickets - USD 41.26 to USD 41.26.

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 255.51 to USD 609.41.

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

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

  • 24 by Ferry+Van from Big Buddha to Koh Samui starting from 06:00 Phuket Chalong Hotel Transfer until 10:00 Phuket Bus Terminal 1
  • 1 by Bus+Ferry from Big Buddha to Koh Samui starting from 08:00 Phuket Bus Terminal 2 until 08:00 Phuket Bus Terminal 2
  • 1 by Bus+Ferry+Van from Big Buddha to Koh Samui starting from 08:00 Phuket Bus Terminal 2 until 08:00 Phuket Bus Terminal 2
  • Ferries leave from Big Buddha for Koh Samui 1 times a day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Big Buddha to Koh Samui 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 Big Buddha to Koh Samui. 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 255.51.

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 Big Buddha to Koh Samui 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 Big Buddha to Koh Samui. 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 Big Buddha to Koh Samui.

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 Big Buddha to Koh Samui

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Big Buddha to Koh Samui? 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:

  • 20% chosen Ferry+Van
  • 19% chosen Bus+taxi+Ferry
  • 19% chosen Bus+Ferry
  • 19% chosen taxi+Ferry
  • 18% chosen Bus+Ferry+Van
  • 2% users voted for a ferry ticket.
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Big Buddha to Koh Samui

Facts about the transport from Big Buddha to Koh Samui

Cheapest Transport$21
Fastest Transport6h
Earliest Departure6:00 утра
Latest Departure10:00 утра
Departures per day45
Distance300 kilometers
Transport Companies12Go Transport, AEC 168 Transport and Travel, BangkokTaxi24, Call Me Taxi, Firstplan Transport Services, Glassflower, Lomprayah, Nor Phuangphet Transport, Phantip 1970, PP Service, Siamese Trans, Than Car Service, TransBaanTon, Van2Travel