Vans from Pattaya to Koh Samet from THB 508 Sep 2026 ✅

Pattaya to Koh Samet Destination Reviews

Frans

The trip was very well organized

Pattaya to Koh Samet, Van Standard, Andaman Shuttle, Sep 13, 2026

Patrick P

Info about Pick Up time was coming a bit late (0800 Info for 1130 Pickup) so WE we're a little worried. Van was there way ahead of time but offered to wait. Driver was superfriendly. Speedboat Service left noch wishes Open. Everything well organized and luggage was even carried for us. 10/10

Pattaya to Koh Samet, Van Standard, Andaman Shuttle, Jul 23, 2026

Paul R

The driver arrived late, I expected this as he had multiple pickups but checked on the morning to get a more accurate time and was told 1145, he arrived sometime after 1200. Then we went to Pattaya, he got lost! Finally picked up some more people there and left. Van was old and not in good condition, very bad gearbox, and he was a bad driver, at one stage he virtually stopped in the middle of the highway to make a call, presumably he wasn’t sure which exit to take, this is very dangerous. We finally arrived at the pier in Rayong after we were supposed to be in Ko Samet. He just waved us in the direction of the check in counter, very unprofessional. There we had a nearly 45 minute wait for our speedboat arriving well over an hour outside the advertised arrival time. As this is a service you do daily I would have thought your timings were accurate, sadly not. I hope the performance is better in the way back and this was just a one off.

Pattaya to Koh Samet, Van Standard, Andaman Shuttle, Jul 23, 2026

Fabian B

The driver came later because of traffic issues, though I reached out by using What’s app and they kept me informed about the status.

Pattaya to Koh Samet, Van Standard, Andaman Shuttle, Jul 19, 2026

Darcy W

I had an 11.30am pickup, messaged providers, the got back to me advising that transportation was minutes away, I thought it was a van, but turned out to be an aircon sedan with only one other customer.

Pattaya to Koh Samet, Van Standard, Andaman Shuttle, Jun 14, 2026

Konstantinos K

Smooth, fast and on time.

Pattaya to Koh Samet, Van Standard, Andaman Shuttle, Jun 8, 2026

Bogyó G

Punctual, well organized and quick.

Pattaya to Koh Samet, Van Standard, Andaman Shuttle, May 18, 2026

Ma F

Better communication when exactly the pick up would have been more helpful, but overall, pleasant trip, no delays and arrived time as expected.

Pattaya to Koh Samet, Van Standard, Andaman Shuttle, Apr 24, 2026

Tindra A

Private driver and speed boat, 10/10

Pattaya to Koh Samet, Van Standard, Andaman Shuttle, Apr 19, 2026

Gael Q

Globally, it was great. 15 minutes delay to start and a car not in so good conditions but the driver was very efficient

Pattaya to Koh Samet, Van Standard, Andaman Shuttle, Apr 1, 2026

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Pattaya to Koh Samet Van Schedule

Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Andaman Shuttle	Standard	07:15	09:30	$21.56	4.9
Andaman Shuttle	Standard	07:30	09:45	$19.60	4.9
Andaman Shuttle	Standard	07:45	09:45	$19.60	4.8
Andaman Shuttle	Standard	08:45	11:00	$19.00	4.9
Andaman Shuttle	Standard	09:00	11:00	$19.60	4.8
Andaman Shuttle	Standard	11:15	13:30	$21.56	4.9
Andaman Shuttle	Standard	11:30	13:45	$19.60	4.9
Andaman Shuttle	Standard	11:45	13:45	$19.60	4.8
Andaman Shuttle	Standard	12:15	14:30	$21.56	4.9
Andaman Shuttle	Standard	12:30	14:45	$19.60	4.9
Andaman Shuttle	Standard	12:45	14:45	$19.60	4.8
Andaman Shuttle	Standard	13:15	15:30	$19.00	4.9
Andaman Shuttle	Standard	13:30	15:30	$19.60	4.8
Andaman Shuttle	Standard	13:30	15:45	$19.60	4.9
Andaman Shuttle	Standard	13:45	15:45	$19.60	4.8
Andaman Shuttle	Standard	14:15	16:30	$21.56	4.9

How to get from Pattaya to Koh Samet by Van

Van is a convenient option to get from Pattaya to Koh Samet. 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 Pattaya and Koh Samet and offer tickets for online booking.

How far is from Pattaya to Koh Samet?

Vans follow the same routes as buses do. Thus the driving distance between Pattaya and Koh Samet will be about 55 km. Some vans do not take the shortest route to Koh Samet 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 Pattaya to Koh Samet by Van?

Most vans need from 1h 5m to 2h 30m hours to get from Pattaya to Koh Samet 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 Samet 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 Pattaya to Koh Samet by Van?

When using a van, the fare or ticket price for travelling from Pattaya to Koh Samet 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.

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.

Transportation from Pattaya to Koh Samet

Facts about the van from Pattaya to Koh Samet

Cheapest Van	$14
Fastest Van	1h 5m
Earliest Van	7:50 早上
Latest Van	9:00 上午
Daily Van Routes	0
Distance	55 kilometers
Van Companies	35 Group Pattaya, Andaman Shuttle, Koh Kaew Phitsadan

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