Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui (USM)

Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui (USM)

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Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui Destination Reviews

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I had a transfer booked, bus + ferry + taxi around the island right after arriving at the airport. I was not met at the airport. No one helped with my luggage. When I was transferring from the bus to the ferry, there was no help or information again. As a result, when boarding the ferry through a narrow passage, the wheel of my suitcase broke because I was dragging all the suitcases alone. I was supposed to be met by a taxi at the ferry pier, and again no one met me or helped me. I waited at the pier for half an hour, then took another taxi and left. Only forty minutes after the ferry arrived, they started writing to me on WhatsApp with questions about where I was and that they wanted to meet me. In the end, I was tired, with a broken suitcase, very angry and completely disappointed. I will not use this anymore, it's disgusting.
Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui, Ferry Express, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Sep 8, 2025
GF
We waited too much time after the bus drive.
Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui, Ferry Express, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Sep 3, 2025
AK
When I went to the pier at Surat Thani, I wasn’t sure which was the right boat, but just asked. The workers helped me. If you ask the people very nice they will always help you!! The lady at the ticket Check in Even scant my QR-Code for the Ferry ticket, because I was fully packed😂 One thing when I arrived at the pier, coming from the Airport, I only had 15 min. till my ferry would have left. So you should definitely check your leaving time!
Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui, Bus Bus + Ferry, 12Go Transport (12Go Transport), Aug 30, 2025
HL
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Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui, Ferry Ferry, Seatran Ferry (บริษัท ซีทราน เฟอร์รี่ จำกัด), Aug 27, 2025
TR
Very nice. Food was tasty, views beautiful, guides very nice.
Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui, Ferry Ferry, Seatran Ferry (บริษัท ซีทราน เฟอร์รี่ จำกัด), Aug 24, 2025
CM
Very smooth transition from airport to samui. Staff were really efficient and assisted with most direct connection for my arrival time.
Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui, Ferry Ferry, Seatran Ferry (บริษัท ซีทราน เฟอร์รี่ จำกัด), Aug 24, 2025
RG
Easy to find the bus
Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui, Ferry Express, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Aug 22, 2025
AL
Very organized, on time. Really good service.
Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui, Ferry Express, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Aug 22, 2025
BS
Long waiting times at the airport and the ferry terminal. No/very little information on departure times. Boarding not well organized.
Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui, Ferry Express, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Aug 17, 2025
FG
Very good transport from airport Surat Thani to Koh Samui. - all in time - good prices - comfortable bus
Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui, Ferry Express, Phantip 1970 (พันทิพย์ 1970), Aug 14, 2025
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Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Ferry
Seatran Ferry
Ferry
07:30
12:30
$30.59
  5.0
Flight
Nok Air
Economy
08:00
19:45
$195.99
Ferry
Phantip 1970
Express
08:30
12:30
$12.87
  4.7
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
08:50
19:45
$199.51
Flight
Thai Lion Air
Economy
09:20
20:30
$115.01
Flight
Nok Air
Economy
10:00
14:55
$217.11
Ferry
Seatran Ferry
Ferry
10:30
15:30
$30.59
  5.0
Ferry
Phantip 1970
Express
11:00
14:30
$12.87
  4.7
Flight
Thai Vietjet
Economy
11:25
20:25
$261.67
Flight
Thai Vietjet
Economy
11:45
21:35
$214.76
Flight
Thai Vietjet
Economy
12:20
07:35
$187.77
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
12:55
20:30
$242.14
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
13:20
19:45
$154.91
Ferry
Seatran Ferry
Ferry
14:00
19:30
$30.59
  5.0
Flight
Thai Lion Air
Economy
14:20
10:35
$217.90
Flight
Thai Vietjet
Economy
14:50
08:55
$220.24
Ferry
Phantip 1970
Express
15:15
18:30
$12.87
  4.7
Ferry
Phantip 1970
Express
16:00
19:30
$12.87
  4.7
Ferry
Phantip 1970
Express
16:30
20:30
$12.87
  4.7
Flight
Nok Air
Economy
17:15
19:45
$179.56

Transportation from Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui

Facts about the transport from Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui

Cheapest Transport$11
Fastest Transport2h 15m
Earliest Departure5:30 AM
Latest Departure5:30 PM
Departures per day139
Distance113 kilometers
Transport Companies12Go Transport, Easyride Services, Lomlahkkhirin, Lomprayah, Phangan Tour 2000, Phantip 1970, Raja Ferry, Samui Tour, Seatran Ferry

How to get from Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui

When you want to get from Surat Thani Airport 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 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+Van ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 36.71. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 10.75.

How far is Surat Thani Airport from Koh Samui?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui. Your trip will be a total of 71 miles (113 km). The flying distance is 71 miles (113 km).

How long does it take to get from Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui?

The travel time from Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 7 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui?

The cost of the trip from Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Samui Tour: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 10.75 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi+Van - a one-way taxi+Van ticket can cost as much as USD 36.71.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 10.75 to USD 14.57;
  • Ferry+Van price: USD 11.67 - USD 29.99. From Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui starting from 05:30 Surat Thani Train Station until 16:15 Surat Thani Airport
  • Bus+Ferry price: USD 12.87 - USD 16.65. From Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui starting from 06:30 Suratthani Town Seatran office until 17:30 Suratthani Town Seatran office
  • Van+Ferry price: USD 14.32. From Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui starting from 09:30 Surat Thani Airport until 17:30 Surat Thani Airport
  • Bus+Ferry+Van price: USD 16.65. From Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui starting from 06:30 Suratthani Town Seatran office until 15:30 Suratthani Town Seatran office
  • Bus+Van price: USD 20.12. From Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui starting from 08:30 Surat Thani Airport until 13:30 Surat Thani Airport
  • Bus+taxi+Ferry price: USD 20.50. From Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui starting from 08:00 Surat Thani Airport until 15:15 Surat Thani Airport
  • Van price : USD 23.84;
  • Ferry tickets - USD 26.84 to USD 26.84.
  • Bus+taxi price: USD 32.54. From Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui starting from 05:30 Suratthani Town Seatran office until 14:30 Suratthani Town Seatran office
  • taxi+Van price: USD 36.71. From Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui starting from 07:30 Surat Thani Airport until 14:00 Surat Thani Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 177.70 to USD 359.03.

How many trips per day are there between Surat Thani Airport and Koh Samui?

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

  • 44 by Bus+Ferry from Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui starting from 06:30 Suratthani Town Seatran office until 17:30 Suratthani Town Seatran office
  • 32 by Ferry+Van from Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui starting from 05:30 Surat Thani Train Station until 16:15 Surat Thani Airport
  • Buses start plying the route from 06:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 17:30. There are 20 available bus trips every day.
  • 10 by Bus+taxi from Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui starting from 05:30 Suratthani Town Seatran office until 14:30 Suratthani Town Seatran office
  • 10 by Bus+Ferry+Van from Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui starting from 06:30 Suratthani Town Seatran office until 15:30 Suratthani Town Seatran office
  • 8 by Bus+taxi+Ferry from Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui starting from 08:00 Surat Thani Airport until 15:15 Surat Thani Airport
  • 5 by Bus+Van from Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui starting from 08:30 Surat Thani Airport until 13:30 Surat Thani Airport
  • 5 by taxi+Van from Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui starting from 07:30 Surat Thani Airport until 14:00 Surat Thani Airport
  • Vans from Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui depart during the day - there are approximately 3 departures a day.
  • Ferries leave from Surat Thani Airport for Koh Samui 2 times a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Surat Thani Airport 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 Surat Thani Airport 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 177.70.

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 Surat Thani Airport 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.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Surat Thani Airport 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 Surat Thani Airport 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 Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Surat Thani Airport 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:

  • 30% chosen Bus+Ferry
  • 21% chosen Bus+taxi+Ferry
  • 17% chosen Ferry+Van
  • 10% chosen Bus+taxi
  • 10% chosen taxi+Van
  • 3% users voted for a ferry ticket.
  • 3% opted for a van.
  • 3% chosen Van+Ferry
  • 1% Other