Koh Samui to Thong Sala Koh Phangan

Koh Samui to Thong Sala Koh Phangan

Koh Samui
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Koh Samui to Thong Sala Koh Phangan Destination Reviews

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Lisa
All round trip was great & on time 😁
Koh Samui to Thong Sala Koh Phangan, Ferry Catamaran, Boonsiri High Speed Ferries (บุญศิริเรือเร็ว), Aug 31, 2026
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Margrit D
Good organization and a nice drive.
Koh Samui to Thong Sala Koh Phangan, Ferry Express, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Aug 31, 2026
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Monica
We have booked ferry but we becane speed boat
Koh Samui to Thong Sala Koh Phangan, Ferry Express, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Aug 30, 2026
EJ
Edith J
Booking my ferry for my round trip from Koh Phangan to Koh Samui was very easy and convenient. Echo Travel was fantastic. The staff is very helpful and friendly. At both destinations the departure was on time. Highly recommend it.
Koh Samui to Thong Sala Koh Phangan, Ferry Speedboat, Echo Travel (เอคโค่ ทราเวล), Aug 28, 2026
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Jocelyn T
We were put on a smaller open air speed boat instead of the larger air conditioned ferry in their listing pictures. Which would have been fine, except that it was overbooked so there was a crowd of us left squashed and standing at the back of the ferry for the entire 30+min journey. Comfort aside, it would probably have been a safety lapse too since the overbooking means there would have been a shortage of life jackets had we required them.
Koh Samui to Thong Sala Koh Phangan, Ferry Express, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Aug 28, 2026
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Paulina W
The speedboat broke down halfway through the journey, which made me really anxious because we were just drifting in the middle of the sea.
Koh Samui to Thong Sala Koh Phangan, Ferry Speedboat, Lomlahkkhirin (ลมหลักคิรินทร์), Aug 26, 2026
SH
Stefan H
More Tickets Sold then seating. Im really annoyed
Koh Samui to Thong Sala Koh Phangan, Ferry Speedboat, Lomlahkkhirin (ลมหลักคิรินทร์), Aug 26, 2026
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Kathy O
I was charged with a Covid insurance as it was automatically checked and did not need it Waiting to hear back for credit of this extra expense
Koh Samui to Thong Sala Koh Phangan, Ferry Speedboat, Echo Travel (เอคโค่ ทราเวล), Aug 25, 2026
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Amit A
alot of wind and rain but is ok , fun
Koh Samui to Thong Sala Koh Phangan, Ferry Speedboat, Koh Tao Booking Center (Koh Tao Booking Center), Aug 25, 2026
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Guenter H
Quit fully , almost no place to seat
Koh Samui to Thong Sala Koh Phangan, Ferry Express, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Aug 24, 2026
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How to get from Koh Samui to Thong Sala Koh Phangan

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

  • Ferry
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Ferry. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a 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 627.03. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a ferry as a ferry ticket costs as low as USD 7.54.

How far is Koh Samui from Thong Sala Koh Phangan?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Koh Samui to Thong Sala Koh Phangan. Your trip will be a total of 11 miles (17 km). The flying distance is 11 miles (17 km).

How long does it take to get from Koh Samui to Thong Sala Koh Phangan?

The travel time from Koh Samui to Thong Sala Koh Phangan can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 4 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Koh Samui to Thong Sala Koh Phangan?

The cost of the trip from Koh Samui to Thong Sala Koh Phangan varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Songserm (ส่งเสริม): travelling by ferry expect to pay as low as USD 7.54 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 627.03.

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

  • taxi+Van price: USD 4.61. From Koh Samui to Koh Phangan starting from 10:00 Na Thon Pier until 15:00 Na Thon Pier
  • Ferry tickets - USD 7.54 to USD 21.10.
  • Van+Ferry price: USD 11.55 - USD 17.30. From Koh Samui to Koh Phangan starting from 09:30 Koh Samui Transfer until 15:00 Na Thon hotel transfer
  • Ferry+Van price: USD 14.77. From Koh Samui to Koh Phangan starting from 09:00 Samui Airport until 14:00 Samui Airport
  • taxi+Ferry price: USD 15.07 - USD 15.68. From Koh Samui to Koh Phangan starting from 06:45 Koh Samui Town Transfer until 15:00 Koh Samui Town Transfer
  • Van price : USD 18.30;
  • Ferry+taxi price: USD 19.62. From Koh Samui to Koh Phangan starting from 08:00 Bangrak Seatran Pier until 13:00 Bangrak Seatran Pier
  • Van+Ferry+taxi price: USD 24.24. From Koh Samui to Koh Phangan starting from 07:50 Samui Airport until 16:20 Samui Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 21.10 to USD 627.03.

How many trips per day are there between Koh Samui and Thong Sala Koh Phangan?

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

  • Ferries leave from Koh Samui for Koh Phangan 15 times a day.
  • 5 by taxi+Ferry from Koh Samui to Koh Phangan starting from 06:45 Koh Samui Town Transfer until 15:00 Koh Samui Town Transfer
  • 2 by Ferry+Van from Koh Samui to Koh Phangan starting from 09:00 Samui Airport until 14:00 Samui Airport
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Koh Samui to Koh Phangan 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 Koh Samui to Koh Phangan. 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 21.10.

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 Koh Samui to Koh Phangan 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 Koh Samui to Koh Phangan. 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 Koh Phangan.

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 Thong Sala Koh Phangan

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Koh Samui to Thong Sala Koh Phangan? 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:

  • 23% users voted for a ferry ticket.
  • 19% chosen Van+Ferry
  • 17% chosen taxi+Ferry
  • 9% chosen Ferry+taxi
  • 9% chosen Ferry+Van
  • 9% chosen Van+Ferry+taxi
  • 8% chosen taxi+Van
  • 4% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 2% opted for a van.

Transportation from Koh Samui to Thong Sala Koh Phangan

Facts about the transport from Koh Samui to Thong Sala Koh Phangan

Cheapest Transport$5
Fastest Transport20m
Earliest Departure6:45 AM
Latest Departure5:00 PM
Departures per day31
Distance17 kilometers
Transport CompaniesKoh Tao Booking Center, Lomlahkkhirin, Seatran Discovery, Songserm