Vans from Surat Thani to Koh Samui

Vans from Surat Thani to Koh Samui

Surat Thani
Koh Samui
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Surat Thani to Koh Samui Destination Reviews

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Celeste D
Drive from Khao Sok Cheow lan lake pier to Seatran ferry Koh Samui. Friendly driver, good communication beforehand, nice driving and short rest stop for drinks or toilet. I recommend!
Surat Thani to Koh Samui, Van Van + Ferry, PL Travel, Aug 10, 2026
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Michael W
Fast ride, caught the ferry 1 hour earlier!
Surat Thani to Koh Samui, Van Ferry + Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Mar 27, 2026
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Jessica
I'd like to give a 5-star review. The organisation and communication were excellent, and every staff member we interacted with spoke great English. We genuinely could not fault the service we received today. The whole journey was seamless, even though we were initially unsure about our pickup point. When I sent my location, the team came straight to us. They were extremely helpful, polite, and clearly wanted to work with us to make everything easy. It was honestly the best experience we've had during our time in Thailand.
Surat Thani to Koh Samui, Van Ferry + Van, Nor Phuangphet Transport (Nor Phuangphet Transport), Mar 15, 2026
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Katty C
Super easy, someone was waiting for us at the exit of the trainstation. While waiting for the van we had the possibility to eat and drink something and go to the toilet. Drop off right in front of the ferry terminal and at arrival on the pier in Koh Samui again a van waiting for us. It was a nice and worry-free experience.
Surat Thani to Koh Samui, Van Minibus + ferry, 12Go Transport (12Go Transport), Sep 9, 2025
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Sarina L
We had to be at the desk of pangang tours 2000 at 8:30 but only left 1 hout later. At the pier there was no information given about which ferry we needed to take. We stepped on the wrong ferryboat. Luckily a woman came to get us to switch to the right ferry. The ferry was also one hour delayed... Long trip...
Surat Thani to Koh Samui, Van Van + Ferry, Phangan Tour 2000, Jun 29, 2025
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Surat Thani to Koh Samui Van Schedule

OperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
12Go Transport
Minibus + ferry
05:30
09:30
$11.92
12Go Transport
Minibus + ferry
05:30
10:30
$17.03
  5.0
Phangan Tour 2000
Van + Ferry
06:30
09:30
$8.21
  4.3
12Go Transport
Minibus + ferry
08:00
13:30
$17.03
  4.0
12Go Transport
Minibus + ferry
08:00
12:30
$11.92
Phangan Tour 2000
Van + Ferry
09:00
12:00
$8.21
  4.3
Udomrat Tour
Van + Ferry
09:30
15:30
$13.07
Lomlahkkhirin
Van + Speedboat
11:00
14:00
$21.28
Phangan Tour 2000
Van + Ferry
12:30
15:30
$8.21
  4.3
Phangan Tour 2000
Van + Ferry
13:00
16:00
$8.21
  4.3
Phangan Tour 2000
Van + Ferry
15:45
18:45
$8.21
  4.3

How to get from Surat Thani to Koh Samui by Van

Van is a convenient option to get from Surat Thani 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 Surat Thani and Koh Samui and offer tickets for online booking.

How far is from Surat Thani to Koh Samui?

Vans follow the same routes as buses do. Thus the driving distance between Surat Thani and Koh Samui will be about 88 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 Surat Thani to Koh Samui by Van?

Most vans need from 4h 30m to 6h 30m hours to get from Surat Thani 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 Surat Thani to Koh Samui by Van?

When using a van, the fare or ticket price for travelling from Surat Thani 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.

Surat Thani to Koh Samui timetable

If you are a group, you can consolidate your schedules and use just one van. Check out above Surat Thani 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.

Facts about the van from Surat Thani to Koh Samui

Cheapest Van$12
Fastest Van3h
Earliest Van5:30 AM
Latest Van5:30 PM
Daily Van Routes61
Distance88 kilometers
Van Companies12Go Transport, A and T Travel, Boonsiri High Speed Ferries, Call Me Taxi, Future Travel and Service, Holiday Travel Agency, Jarinthon Tour, Khaosok Evergreen House, Nor Phuangphet Transport, Phantip 1970, PL Travel, PP Service, Raja Ferry, Seatran Ferry, Siamese Trans, Songserm, Songserm Express, Udomrat Tour, Van2Travel