Koh Samui to Pattaya by bus, ferry, van, flight, taxi from THB 1,380

Koh Samui to Pattaya Destination Reviews

Joanne M

Samui-Pattaya Trip Punctuality was great. No problem with the stops. Dinner place had so many options. On the bus, they give you a chocobar and water. Overall service was great and their helpline is very responsive. Only thing is the bus is a little cramped. If the person in front of you reclines their chair, you can barely move, and the handrests are fixed. Also, there will be no blankets provided, so better to bring your own 😊

Koh Samui to Pattaya, Ferry Ferry + Bus, KST Travel (KST Travel), Feb 23, 2026

John J

Well organized good food at rest area was included. Koh Samui all the way to pattaya 1 price!

Koh Samui to Pattaya, Bus VIP, TravelBusAsia, Feb 18, 2026

Leah B

Ferry and bus rides were fine, but having to wait three hours from 5-8 am to get our hotel transfers was unpleasant.

Koh Samui to Pattaya, Bus VIP, TravelBusAsia, Jan 26, 2026

Sumit S

Wonderful and most beautiful airport ever

Koh Samui to Pattaya, flight Economy, Bangkok Airways (บางกอกแอร์เวย์ส), Jul 18, 2022

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Koh Samui to Pattaya Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Taxi	Van2Travel	Van 10pax	Any time	+18h	€436.14
Flight	Bangkok Airways	Economy	06:05	16:50	€430.26
Flight	Bangkok Airways	Economy	06:45	16:50	€201.86
Flight	Bangkok Airways	Economy	07:15	16:50	€338.87
Flight	Bangkok Airways	Economy	07:45	16:50	€410.58
Flight	Bangkok Airways	Economy	08:05	16:50	€406.15
Flight	Bangkok Airways	Economy	08:30	16:50	€220.15
Flight	Bangkok Airways	Economy	08:50	14:20	€177.11
Flight	Bangkok Airways	Economy	09:15	16:50	€323.04
Flight	Bangkok Airways	Economy	10:00	16:50	€219.12
Flight	Bangkok Airways	Economy	11:00	16:50	€223.59
Bus	Faiz Travel and Tour	Bus + Van + Ferry	11:20	06:50	€34.89
Bus	Faiz Travel and Tour	Bus + Van + Ferry	11:45	06:50	€31.35
Flight	Bangkok Airways	Economy	12:05	16:50	€347.26
Flight	Bangkok Airways	Economy	12:30	16:50	€158.10	4.6
Flight	Bangkok Airways	Economy	12:50	16:50	€266.05	4.6
Flight	Bangkok Airways	Economy	13:20	16:50	€291.28
Flight	Bangkok Airways	Economy	13:45	16:50	€220.15
Flight	Bangkok Airways	Economy	14:05	16:50	€218.69
Flight	Bangkok Airways	Economy	14:25	16:50	€380.33

How to get from Koh Samui to Pattaya

When you want to get from Koh Samui to Pattaya, 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. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus+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 EUR 628.18. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a ferry+van as a ferry+van ticket costs as low as EUR 37.62.

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

The cost of the trip from Koh Samui to Pattaya varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is TravelBusAsia: travelling by ferry+van expect to pay as low as EUR 37.62 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 EUR 628.18.

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

Ferry+Van price: EUR 37.62. From Koh Samui to Pattaya starting from 15:00 Na Thon Seatran Ferry Pier until 15:00 Na Thon Seatran Ferry Pier
Bus tickets - EUR 44.16 to EUR 44.16;
Bus+Ferry+Van price: EUR 51.11. From Koh Samui to Pattaya starting from 14:30 Na Thon Pier until 14:30 Na Thon Pier
flight+Bus price: EUR 141.31 - EUR 276.13. From Koh Samui to Pattaya starting from 10:05 Koh Samui Airport until 10:05 Koh Samui Airport
Plane tickets - EUR 173.61 to EUR 230.88;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from EUR 461.03 to EUR 628.18.

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

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

Buses start plying the route from 13:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 13:00. There are 1 available bus trips every day.
1 by Ferry+Van from Koh Samui to Pattaya starting from 15:00 Na Thon Seatran Ferry Pier until 15:00 Na Thon Seatran Ferry Pier
Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Koh Samui to Pattaya any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Koh Samui to Pattaya. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is EUR 173.61.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Koh Samui to Pattaya

Bangkok Airways (บางกอกแอร์เวย์ส)

Buses

Taking a bus from Koh Samui to Pattaya 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 Pattaya. 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 EUR 461.03.

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

The most popular transport from Koh Samui to Pattaya

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

42% users took a plane.
42% chosen flight+Bus
9% chosen Ferry+Van
4% decided to go for a bus.
2% chosen Bus+Ferry+Van
1% Other

Transportation from Koh Samui to Pattaya

Facts about the transport from Koh Samui to Pattaya

Cheapest Transport	€38
Fastest Transport	1h 10m
Earliest Departure	8:15 ص
Latest Departure	3:00 م
Departures per day	6
Distance	1000 kilometers
Transport Companies	Bangkok Airways, Glassflower, Holiday Travel Agency, KST Travel, Roong Reuang Coach, TravelBusAsia, Van2Travel

Popular Routes

Koh Samui to Pattaya