Vans from Koh Lanta to Koh Samui

Vans from Koh Lanta to Koh Samui

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Koh Lanta to Koh Samui Destination Reviews

GD
Just to be more pickup with the pick up times
Koh Lanta to Koh Samui, Van Minibus + ferry, 12Go Transport (12Go Transport), Aug 19, 2025
C
We had to change vehicules a few times which was kind of ennoying. But everything was well-organised.
Koh Lanta to Koh Samui, Van Minibus + ferry, 12Go Transport (12Go Transport), Aug 17, 2025
MC
The only bad experience was the support. I want to change my pick up address, unfortunately it’s not possible, and when I contact the support, only messages that i recive was some chatbot. Also the pick up time wasn’t explaind well
Koh Lanta to Koh Samui, Van Minibus + ferry, 12Go Transport (12Go Transport), Aug 11, 2025
BO
Everything went great! Had to pay for bigger luggage, but that was stated in the ticket.
Koh Lanta to Koh Samui, Van Minibus + ferry, 12Go Transport (12Go Transport), Aug 1, 2025
AB
Little bit late picking up but other than that, everything went smoothly. Easy to navigate as a solo traveller.
Koh Lanta to Koh Samui, Van Minibus + ferry, 12Go Transport (12Go Transport), Jul 12, 2025
JK
Easy journey and friendly driver. Not much room in van, but easy journey!
Koh Lanta to Koh Samui, Van Minibus + ferry, 12Go Transport (12Go Transport), May 7, 2025
JD
Bus was not really good,
Koh Lanta to Koh Samui, Van Minibus + ferry, 12Go Transport (12Go Transport), Feb 11, 2025
JB
We were probably last minute put into a trip so we were crammed up in a minivan for about 1.5 hours. Then we were last in a bus and of course the worst seats are left for those who are last in. Ferry was fine but that is no surprise. It is good to call once you are on the pickup spot. Just to make sure all is well.
Koh Lanta to Koh Samui, Van Minivan, Krabi Sea Pearl, Mar 8, 2023
BM
Advertised arrival time was never planned to make. It was obvious, that this was just said to lure people to book with this company. Luckily we didn’t book a pick-up at the pier in advance, it would have waited for over an hour… The mini van was really small, so we feeled like sardines in a can on that 4 hour drive. „Luxury mini van“ is definety something else!
Koh Lanta to Koh Samui, Van Minivan, Krabi Sea Pearl, Feb 27, 2023
SC
When booking it says pick up but once you confirm then you may be told you won't be collected from your hotel and you have to make your own way to another hotel. This happened to me. Then they picked up from the hotel opposite mine. Which meant I wasted money and time. This was stressful.
Koh Lanta to Koh Samui, Van Minivan, Krabi Sea Pearl, Feb 11, 2023
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Koh Lanta to Koh Samui Van Schedule

OperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel
Van + Sleeper Boat
07:00
15:30
€20.20
Krabi Transport and Travel
Van + Ferry
07:00
15:30
€21.55
Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel
Van + Speedboat
07:00
15:45
€26.94
Seatran Discovery
Van + Ferry
07:00
15:00
€22.36
Thrive Travel
Van + Ferry
07:00
15:30
€25.59
12Go Transport
Minibus + ferry
07:30
15:30
€19.40
  4.1
Krabi Sea Pearl
Minivan
07:30
15:30
€19.88
  3.5
12Go Transport
Minibus + ferry
07:30
16:30
€21.55
  4.0
At Lanta Vacation
Taxi + Minibus + Ferry
08:00
15:30
€24.25
  3.0
At Lanta Vacation
Van + Speedboat
08:00
15:15
€35.02

Transportation from Koh Lanta to Koh Samui

Facts about the van from Koh Lanta to Koh Samui

Cheapest Van€9
Fastest Van3h 20m
Earliest Van6:30 AM
Latest Van3:00 PM
Daily Van Routes11
Distance142 kilometers
Van Companies12Go Transport, At Lanta Vacation, Bangkok Airways, Good Luck Lanta Tour, Jijie Tour and Travel, Krabi Sea Pearl, Krabi Transport and Travel, Phantip 1970, Raja Ferry, Sapthaweephol Tour and Travel, Thrive Travel

How to get from Koh Lanta to Koh Samui by Van

Van is a convenient option to get from Koh Lanta to Koh Samui. Van tickets are affordable, vans are generally do a faster job than buses, vans offer a good choice of departures.

Depending on the van type, each vehicle can accommodate between 12 and 15 passengers. Yet an evident drawback of travelling by van is limited space for the luggage. In most cases you will need to keep your bags, backpacks or suitcases under your seat or in the aisle. Thus van is not the best choice if you travel with huge luggage. F this is the case, consider buying a separate ticket for your bags or choose bus instead.

On certain routes, vans are your only choice of transportation as no buses, trains or flights are available between those destinations.

It is a popular question whether it is necessary to book van tickets in advance. Though some routes feature a lot of departures, we still highly recommend booking your seat especially if you are going to take one of the last vans of the day; travelling during weekends, public holidays or busy tourist seasons; are in a group of two or more and want to travel on the same van.

Here is the list of companies that run regular vans between Koh Lanta and Koh Samui and offer tickets for online booking.

How far is from Koh Lanta to Koh Samui?

Vans follow the same routes as buses do. Thus the driving distance between Koh Lanta and Koh Samui will be about 142 km. Some vans do not take the shortest route to Koh Samui and make detours to pick up and drop off passengers en route. If this is the case, it will result in a longer travel time – you can see it when choosing your ticket.

How long does it take to get from Koh Lanta to Koh Samui by Van?

Most vans need from 9h to 9h hours to get from Koh Lanta to Koh Samui Note though that travel time depends greatly on traffic conditions. Traffic can be dense around the rush hour at both your departure point and destination. Weather conditions – e.g. heavy rain – often result in longer travel time, too.

Before booking your van tickets, check how long the trip with each operator takes as some vans follow longer routes to Koh Samui or make detours.

Also, it is important to know that van companies that accept online booking offer scheduled van departures; yet there are also some vans which depart only when full, and in certain cases the waiting period can be long. Thus choosing an operator that runs vans on a set schedule is always a better idea.

How much does it cost to get from Koh Lanta to Koh Samui by Van?

When using a van, the fare or ticket price for travelling from Koh Lanta to Koh Samui is pre-computed. This usually includes toll fees, gas and other overheads. But, it is recommended to read the details and ask for clarifications when this is not clear at the onset.

Pre-computed fares for vans can be expensive but unlike buses and trains; you would not need to buy a ticket for each passenger. For a big group of 12 or more people, this translates to huge savings compared to getting multiple taxis.

This makes it a cheap option for travelling when in groups. The van service will also not charge extra for bags and luggage, as long as it fits inside the van.

Koh Lanta to Koh Samui timetable

If you are a group, you can consolidate your schedules and use just one van. Check out above Koh Lanta to Koh Samui timetable for van services.

Best Rated Companies for this Route

Getting a van service for your group can offer extra space, comfort and convenience not found in other transport options. Unlike taxis or buses which have numerous trips per day, a van service is usually scheduled. But some van services do follow a scheduled departure time. Please check our listings for such services.

Having your entire group together for a long trip can add to the enjoyment. This can allow your group to discuss and even sing to your heart's content without fear of bothering others.

Just like taxis, the advantage of travelling by van is that you can ask the driver to stop by stores, supermarkets and other establishments. You can stop anywhere at any time since you are basically renting the van and not just paying for taxi fare. You can use this opportunity to take epic groupie pics at local landmarks and tourist spots.

Vans are especially useful when travelling with large and sensitive equipment like photography setups and large computers. Trunks and compartments might not be a safe holding area for fragile packages. Placing them inside the roomy and well-padded interior of van will make it more secure and safe.