Koh Yao Yai to Koh Samui

Koh Yao Yai to Koh Samui

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Koh Yao Yai to Koh Samui Destination Reviews

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Lisa S
Very seamless
Koh Yao Yai to Koh Samui, Van Standard, Krabi Sea Pearl, Jan 5, 2026
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Phillip P
Everything was on time. Only 3 stars because 1. the van was packed with way to much luggage - our kids (3/5) sat on the backseat and the luggage was stapled to the roof directly besides them, that we where scared all the time that it might can fall down on them. 2. the driver has been on the smartphone several times...
Koh Yao Yai to Koh Samui, Van Standard, Krabi Sea Pearl, Dec 31, 2025
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Koh Yao Yai to Koh Samui Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Ferry
Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel
Van + Ferry
09:00
15:30
$31.74
  3.5
Van
Krabi Sea Pearl
Standard
09:00
15:30
$34.28
Ferry
Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel
Van + Ferry
11:00
17:30
$31.74
  3.5

How to get from Koh Yao Yai to Koh Samui

When you want to get from Koh Yao Yai 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 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 347.85. 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 Koh Yao Yai from Koh Samui?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Koh Yao Yai 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 Koh Yao Yai to Koh Samui?

The travel time from Koh Yao Yai 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 Koh Yao Yai to Koh Samui?

The cost of the trip from Koh Yao Yai 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 347.85.

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

  • Bus+Ferry price: USD 20.63. From Koh Yao Yai to Koh Samui starting from 08:00 Phuket Bus Terminal 2 until 08:00 Phuket Bus Terminal 2
  • Bus+taxi+Ferry price: USD 25.07. From Koh Yao Yai to Koh Samui starting from 08:00 Phuket Bus Terminal 2 until 08:00 Phuket Bus Terminal 2
  • taxi+Ferry price: USD 31.74 - USD 46.02. From Koh Yao Yai to Koh Samui starting from 08:00 Phuket Town Transfer until 08:00 Phuket Town Transfer
  • Ferry+Van price: USD 37.71. From Koh Yao Yai to Koh Samui starting from 09:00 Chong Lard Pier until 09:00 Chong Lard Pier
  • Ferry tickets - USD 38.09 to USD 38.09.

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 220.53 to USD 347.87.

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

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

  • 2 by taxi+Ferry from Koh Yao Yai to Koh Samui starting from 08:00 Phuket Town Transfer until 08:00 Phuket Town Transfer
  • Ferries leave from Koh Yao Yai for Koh Samui 2 times a day.
  • 1 by Bus+taxi+Ferry from Koh Yao Yai to Koh Samui starting from 08:00 Phuket Bus Terminal 2 until 08:00 Phuket Bus Terminal 2
  • 1 by Bus+Ferry from Koh Yao Yai to Koh Samui starting from 08:00 Phuket Bus Terminal 2 until 08:00 Phuket Bus Terminal 2
  • 1 by Ferry+Van from Koh Yao Yai to Koh Samui starting from 09:00 Chong Lard Pier until 09:00 Chong Lard Pier
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Koh Yao Yai 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 Koh Yao Yai 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 220.53.

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 Yao Yai 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..

The most popular transport from Koh Yao Yai to Koh Samui

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Koh Yao Yai 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:

  • 45% chosen Bus+Ferry
  • 44% chosen Bus+taxi+Ferry
  • 8% chosen taxi+Ferry
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Koh Yao Yai to Koh Samui

Facts about the transport from Koh Yao Yai to Koh Samui

Cheapest Transport$21
Fastest Transport6h
Earliest Departure8:00 AM
Latest Departure11:00 AM
Departures per day12
Distance300 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAEC 168 Transport and Travel, Call Me Taxi, Krabi Sea Pearl, Phantip 1970, Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel, Than Car Service, Van2Travel