Koh Samui to Hat Yai

Koh Samui to Hat Yai

Koh Samui
Hat Yai
Thu, Aug 1
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Koh Samui to Hat Yai Schedule

Koh Samui to Hat Yai Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
BangkokTaxi24 VIP Van 9pax Any time฿ 9,900
Raja Ferry Express 05:00 - 15:00฿ 684
Faiz Travel and Tour Bus + Ferry 06:20 - 14:20฿ 804
12Go Transport Minivan + Ferry 08:00 - 15:00฿ 690
Bangkok Air Economy 20:55 - 08:30฿ 6,520

Transportation from Koh Samui to Hat Yai

Facts about the transport from Koh Samui to Hat Yai

Cheapest Transport$16
Fastest Transport7h
Earliest Departure4:00 AM
Latest Departure8:55 PM
Departures per day14
Distance350 kilometers
Transport Companies12Go Transport, Bangkok Air, BangkokTaxi24, Faiz Travel and Tour, Firstplan Transport Services, Nakhonborrikarn, Phantip 1970, Raja Ferry, Songserm

Koh Samui to Hat Yai Destination Reviews

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On time and trouble free departure. A few stops underway caused some delays arriving Hat Yai an hour after schedule. All in all a very good and efficient way getting from Koh Samui down south.
Ferry Express, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Feb 23, 2023
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How to get from Koh Samui to Hat Yai

When you want to get from Koh Samui to Hat Yai, 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 Taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight 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 395.15. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 15.15.

How far is Koh Samui from Hat Yai?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Koh Samui to Hat Yai. Your trip will be a total of 218 miles (350 km). The flying distance is 218 miles (350 km).

How long does it take to get from Koh Samui to Hat Yai?

The travel time from Koh Samui to Hat Yai can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 7 to 12 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Koh Samui to Hat Yai?

The cost of the trip from Koh Samui to Hat Yai varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Nakhonborrikarn (นครบริการขนส่ง): travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 15.15 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 395.15.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 15.15 to USD 15.15;
  • Ferry+Bus price: USD 16.85 - USD 19.99. From Koh Samui to Hat Yai starting from 07:00 Lipa Noi Koh Samui until 18:00 Lipa Noi Koh Samui
  • Ferry+Van price: USD 18.05 - USD 19.21. From Koh Samui to Hat Yai starting from 08:00 Phantip Travel Koh Samui until 08:00 Phantip Travel Koh Samui
  • Van price : USD 18.38 - USD 22.39;
  • Bus+Ferry price: USD 19.05. From Koh Samui to Hat Yai starting from 05:00 Lipa Noi Koh Samui until 05:30 Nathon Raja office
  • taxi+Ferry+Van price: USD 23.06. From Koh Samui to Hat Yai starting from 06:15 Koh Samui Transfer until 06:15 Koh Samui Transfer
  • Bus+Ferry+Van price: USD 23.17. From Koh Samui to Hat Yai starting from 07:00 Koh Samui Transfer until 09:00 Koh Samui Transfer
  • Van+Ferry+Bus price: USD 23.17. From Koh Samui to Hat Yai starting from 07:00 Koh Samui Transfer until 09:00 Koh Samui Transfer
  • Bus+taxi+Ferry price: USD 24.51. From Koh Samui to Hat Yai starting from 04:00 Koh Samui Transfer until 04:00 Koh Samui Transfer
  • Bus+Van price: USD 25.73. From Koh Samui to Hat Yai starting from 04:00 Koh Samui Transfer until 04:00 Koh Samui Transfer
  • flight price: USD 181.56. From Koh Samui to Hat Yai starting from 20:55 Koh Samui Airport until 20:55 Koh Samui Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 260.37 to USD 395.15.

How many trips per day are there between Koh Samui and Hat Yai?

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

  • Vans from Koh Samui to Hat Yai depart during the day - there are approximately 3 departures a day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 07:20 - you can also take a bus as late as 09:20. There are 2 available bus trips every day.
  • 2 by Bus+Ferry from Koh Samui to Hat Yai starting from 05:00 Lipa Noi Koh Samui until 05:30 Nathon Raja office
  • 2 by Ferry+Van from Koh Samui to Hat Yai starting from 08:00 Phantip Travel Koh Samui until 08:00 Phantip Travel Koh Samui
  • 1 by taxi+Ferry+Van from Koh Samui to Hat Yai starting from 06:15 Koh Samui Transfer until 06:15 Koh Samui Transfer
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Koh Samui to Hat Yai any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Koh Samui to Hat Yai 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 Koh Samui to Hat Yai. 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 260.37.

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 Koh Samui to Hat Yai. 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 Koh Samui to Hat Yai.

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 Koh Samui to Hat Yai

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Koh Samui to Hat Yai? 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 taxi+Ferry+Van
  • 40% chosen Ferry+Van
  • 3% chosen Bus+taxi+Ferry
  • 3% chosen Bus+Ferry
  • 3% chosen Bus+Ferry+Van
  • 3% chosen Bus+Van
  • 3% chosen Ferry+Bus
  • 3% chosen Van+Ferry+Bus
  • 1% Other