Khao Sok to Koh Samui

Khao Sok to Koh Samui

Khao Sok
Koh Samui
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Khao Sok to Koh Samui Destination Reviews

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Aleksander
All good. Transportation in 3 steps: minivan, big bus, ferry. In the minivan we were packed like a sardins
Khao Sok to Koh Samui, Ferry Express, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Jan 28, 2026
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Michael B
The driver how came to pick us up from the hotel was late, also the bus to the peir. We almost missed the ferry and got "only" an hour late to koh samui than what that was promised. I recommended only If you don't mind lates and delays.
Khao Sok to Koh Samui, Van Van + Ferry, Holiday Travel Agency (Holiday Travel Agency), Jan 27, 2026
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Dagmara
Great service. Very well organised, easy trip.
Khao Sok to Koh Samui, Bus Bus + Ferry, 12Go Transport (12Go Transport), Jan 21, 2026
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Thomas
All good. The operator asked to depart 30min earlier. We had to hazzle a bit, but at the end we did catch an earlier ferry and arrived 2 hours earlier.
Khao Sok to Koh Samui, Van Van + Ferry, Holiday Travel Agency (Holiday Travel Agency), Jan 12, 2026
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Babs E
Driver was late which seems to be usual and just made it to the ferry on time
Khao Sok to Koh Samui, Van Van + Ferry, Future Travel and Service (Future Travel and Service), Jan 8, 2026
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Marek S
Overall experience was very poor. The minivan was extremely overcrowded, with no real seating space. During the trip, the driver kept picking up additional passengers, which made the situation even worse. There was almost no air inside the vehicle — the air conditioning was not turned on, and when someone opened a window at the back to get some air, the driver angrily complained and forced it to be closed immediately. The driver’s behavior was rude and unprofessional, and it was clear that he did not like tourists at all. Unfortunately, this driver completely ruined our experience with Phantip.
Khao Sok to Koh Samui, Ferry Express, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Jan 4, 2026
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Hadrien M
Organisations is great, but we arrived 45min late because of the ferry... Why annonce arrival time 15h00 when arrival time is 15h30 at the bus stop in Surat Thani ? And the seatran ferry is also to blame since departure at 14h means boarding at 14h00, meaning 20 min late duentonthe time to laod the ferry... Please put the true arrival time and announce all the stops in the description from now on.
Khao Sok to Koh Samui, Van Van + Ferry, Future Travel and Service (Future Travel and Service), Dec 28, 2025
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Monika M
The viewpoint and the rainforest pool weren't that great. You could skip these two spots and spend more time in the water at the restaurant instead. Also, it's not a good idea to do a water activity right at the start, because then you'll be wet for the rest of the trip or have to change your clothes and then change back again later.
Khao Sok to Koh Samui, Ferry Express, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Dec 26, 2025
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Myah H
Took closer to 6.5 but that was to be expected! Everything ran smoothly and on time. I was very pleased with my journey. There was not much waiting around. Only part that wasn’t totally clear was where to go once you got off the ferry (if you chose to pay the extra 150 baht for a ride to your hotel on arrival) but followed the crowd and found it eventually! Our first bus was jam packed, impressive how much they manage to fit in such a small place.
Khao Sok to Koh Samui, Ferry Express, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Dec 17, 2025
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Karin
The van did a big detour south to accommodate other guests, then we had to switch Vans and missed the scheduled ferry
Khao Sok to Koh Samui, Van Van + Ferry, Call Me Taxi (คอลมีแท๊กซี่), Dec 10, 2025
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Khao Sok to Koh Samui Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Van
Siamese Trans
Standard Van + Bus + Ferry + Taxi
00:00
06:00
$33.12
  5.0
Van
Siamese Trans
Standard Van + Bus + Ferry + Taxi
06:00
12:00
$33.12
  3.5
Ferry
Phantip 1970
Express
06:30
12:00
$15.95
  4.5
Van
Siamese Trans
Standard Van + Bus + Ferry + Taxi
07:30
13:30
$33.12
  3.5
Ferry
Phantip 1970
Express
08:00
15:30
$15.95
  4.9
Van
Siamese Trans
Standard Van + Bus + Ferry + Taxi
08:30
14:30
$33.12
  3.5
Ferry
Phantip 1970
Express
09:00
14:30
$15.95
  4.5
Van
Siamese Trans
Standard Van + Bus + Ferry + Taxi
09:30
15:30
$33.12
  3.5
Ferry
Phantip 1970
Express
10:00
17:30
$15.95
  4.9
Bus
465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport
Bus + Bus + Ferry
10:20
16:30
$13.66
  4.3
Van
Nara Travel
Van + Van + Ferry
11:00
18:00
$22.19
  5.0
Bus
465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport
Bus + Bus + Ferry
11:20
17:30
$13.66
  4.3
Ferry
Phantip 1970
Express
12:00
18:30
$15.95
  4.5
Bus
465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport
Bus + Bus + Ferry
12:20
18:30
$13.66
  4.3
Bus
Raja Ferry
Express
13:00
19:30
$16.72
  4.0
Van
Siamese Trans
Standard Van + Bus + Ferry
13:30
19:10
$23.47

How to get from Khao Sok to Koh Samui

When you want to get from Khao Sok to Koh Samui, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Ferry
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight+van. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Taxi 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 329.08. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a ferry+van as a ferry+van ticket costs as low as USD 18.37.

How far is Khao Sok from Koh Samui?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Khao Sok to Koh Samui. Your trip will be a total of 107 miles (171 km). The flying distance is 107 miles (171 km).

How long does it take to get from Khao Sok to Koh Samui?

The travel time from Khao Sok to Koh Samui can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 4 to 9 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Khao Sok to Koh Samui?

The cost of the trip from Khao Sok to Koh Samui varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is 12Go Transport: travelling by ferry+van expect to pay as low as USD 18.37 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 329.08.

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

  • Bus+Ferry+Van price: USD 18.36 - USD 27.78. From Khao Sok to Koh Samui starting from 08:00 Khao Sok Bus Station until 12:00 Khao Sok Bus Station
  • Ferry+Van price: USD 18.36 - USD 33.76. From Khao Sok to Koh Samui starting from 06:30 Khao Sok van station until 17:00 Khao Sok Bus Stop
  • Bus+Ferry price: USD 19.68 - USD 45.66. From Khao Sok to Koh Samui starting from 09:00 Khao Sok van station until 13:00 Khao Sok van station
  • taxi+Ferry+Van price: USD 24.76. From Khao Sok to Koh Samui starting from 06:30 Surat Thani Phanom Khao Sok Minivan Office until 12:00 Surat Thani Phanom Khao Sok Minivan Office
  • Bus tickets - USD 26.69 to USD 26.69;
  • Bus+Van price: USD 27.39. From Khao Sok to Koh Samui starting from 09:00 Khao Sok van station until 09:00 Khao Sok van station
  • Van price : USD 27.78;
  • Van+Ferry price: USD 27.94. From Khao Sok to Koh Samui starting from 10:30 Khao Sok National Park until 10:30 Khao Sok National Park
  • flight+Van price: USD 59.84. From Khao Sok to Koh Samui starting from 07:00 Khao Sok Transfer until 07:00 Khao Sok Transfer
  • Bus+taxi+Ferry price: USD 80.22 - USD 123.98. From Khao Sok to Koh Samui starting from 00:00 Surat Thani Town Transfer until 00:00 Surat Thani Town Transfer
  • taxi+Ferry price: USD 93.60 - USD 148.29. From Khao Sok to Koh Samui starting from 00:00 Donsak Piers until 00:00 Donsak Piers
  • flight+taxi price: USD 325.73 - USD 557.91. From Khao Sok to Koh Samui starting from 00:00 Phuket Airport until 00:00 Phuket Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 181.18 to USD 329.08.

How many trips per day are there between Khao Sok and Koh Samui?

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

  • 19 by Ferry+Van from Khao Sok to Koh Samui starting from 06:30 Khao Sok van station until 17:00 Khao Sok Bus Stop
  • 7 by Bus+Ferry from Khao Sok to Koh Samui starting from 09:00 Khao Sok van station until 13:00 Khao Sok van station
  • 1 by Bus+Van from Khao Sok to Koh Samui starting from 09:00 Khao Sok van station until 09:00 Khao Sok van station
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Khao Sok to Koh Samui any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Khao Sok to Koh Samui is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Khao Sok 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 181.18.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Khao Sok 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 Khao Sok 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 Khao Sok to Koh Samui

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Khao Sok 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:

  • 40% chosen Ferry+Van
  • 35% chosen taxi+Ferry+Van
  • 12% chosen Bus+Ferry
  • 2% chosen Bus+taxi+Ferry
  • 2% chosen Bus+Ferry+Van
  • 2% chosen Bus+Van
  • 2% chosen taxi+Ferry
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Khao Sok to Koh Samui

Facts about the transport from Khao Sok to Koh Samui

Cheapest Transport$19
Fastest Transport3h 25m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure5:00 PM
Departures per day35
Distance171 kilometers
Transport Companies12Go Transport, 465 Surat Thani Phuket Transport, Bangkok Airways, BangkokTaxi24, Call Me Taxi, Easyride Services, Future Travel and Service, Holiday Travel Agency, Jarinthon Tour, Phantip 1970, Phuket Transfer Travel Andaman, Raja Ferry, Ramon Transport, Siamese Trans, Songserm, Thai Airways, Udomrat Tour, Van2Travel