Khao San to Koh Samui

Khao San to Koh Samui

Khao San
Koh Samui
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Khao San to Koh Samui Destination Reviews

RD
On time, comfortable seats
Khao San to Koh Samui, Bus VIP, Bangkok Booking Center, Feb 2, 2026
MG
All went good as far as the transportation is concerned. We arrived 1h30 late but that's alright given the length of the trip. HOWEVER, in the night bus I saw a guy (who I suppose was one of the drivers or a member of the staff) crawling in the aisle in the middle of the night (the bus lights were off), and trying to steal from people's bags... Thankfully, nothing was stolen as I reacted when I saw him, but that is not acceptable... WATCH OUT!
Khao San to Koh Samui, Bus VIP Bus, Montanatip (Montanatip), Feb 2, 2026
JM
Very easy, everyone along the way was helpful. Seats recline enough to get some sleep. They provide a pillow, blanket and some snacks, the bus stops at services to allow people to go to the toilet and get a quick bit of food. The boat is also just as easy. Taxi’s and Tuk Tuk’s are waiting the other side for a lift to your hotel.
Khao San to Koh Samui, Bus VIP 32, Krungsiam Tour (กรุงสยามทัวร์), Feb 1, 2026
AD
Missed the bus no way to contact 12go, I paid for nothing only to have to book with someone else local so 12go was a waste of my money and no customer support number to call I sent an email and no response also
Khao San to Koh Samui, Ferry VIP, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Jan 31, 2026
SH
Absolute nightmare. I didn’t sleep for one minute, the usb charger in the bus was not working, the seat was broken and we missed the ferry, despite stopping and waiting for one hour at least two times on the trip. I would never do this again.
Khao San to Koh Samui, Bus VIP Bus, Montanatip (Montanatip), Jan 31, 2026
NB
I took the vip bus, and it was great! AC, very comfy seats with allot of space for the legs and to lean back!
Khao San to Koh Samui, Ferry VIP, Lomprayah (ลมพระยา), Jan 25, 2026
DV
Good ride. Only thing to look out for is to go to the right location, which is not directly at Khao San Road, but 7 minutes walking away. Airco, food and a blanket were included!
Khao San to Koh Samui, Bus VIP, TravelBusAsia, Jan 24, 2026
L
After reading the reviews I knew exactly what to expect, the language barrier/lack of communication sometimes isn't easy but as long as you have some common sense you'll be fine. It was overall a very good way of getting to koh samui from Bangkok, each seat on the bus was a recliner, had plenty of foot room and was comfortable the whole journey. They do stop halfway at a place the sells snacks and drinks but they are a little more expensive than in Bangkok, so just buy some at the shop before getting on the coach and you'll be fine. They can also offer bus rides to your hotel when you get off the ferry (they'll offer this near the end of the journey), which was 300 baht, taxi to my particular hotel would have been 550-700 baht. No complaints about the whole experience
Khao San to Koh Samui, Bus VIP Bus, Montanatip (Montanatip), Jan 24, 2026
K
Bus trip was very uncomfortable
Khao San to Koh Samui, Bus Bus + Ferry, Bangkok Booking Center, Jan 17, 2026
JG
Bus was pretty cramped and smelly wish the seats were more comfortable. They did a stop that seamed kinda like a scam where everyone was let off at a bus stop and they basically forced people to buy these expensive bus passes basically the same price as a taxi from the ferry to your hotel I recommend for the price to just get rental motercycle for the day and drive around. Also it won't let you motorbike taxi out of the Ferry terminal you gotta walk like 100meters to the 711 and they will pick you up there.
Khao San to Koh Samui, Bus Express 44, Jarinthon Tour, Jan 13, 2026
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How to get from Khao San to Koh Samui

When you want to get from Khao San to Koh Samui, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Bus
  • Ferry
  • Train
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Bus+ferry. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Ferry+train+van 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 589.10. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus+ferry+van as a bus+ferry+van ticket costs as low as USD 39.80.

How far is Khao San from Koh Samui?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Khao San to Koh Samui. Your trip will be a total of 327 miles (525 km). The flying distance is 327 miles (525 km).

How long does it take to get from Khao San to Koh Samui?

The travel time from Khao San to Koh Samui can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 11 to 17 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Khao San to Koh Samui?

The cost of the trip from Khao San to Koh Samui varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Montanatip: travelling by bus+ferry+van expect to pay as low as USD 39.80 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 589.10.

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

  • Ferry+Van price: USD 33.18 - USD 45.35. From Bangkok to Koh Samui starting from 18:00 Lipa Noi Koh Samui until 21:00 Khao San Lomprayah
  • Bus+Ferry+Van price: USD 39.80. From Bangkok to Koh Samui starting from 19:00 Khao San Montanatip until 19:00 Khao San Montanatip
  • Bus+Ferry price: USD 43.31 - USD 55.73. From Bangkok to Koh Samui starting from 06:00 Southern Bus Terminal Pinklao until 21:00 Southern Bus Terminal Pinklao
  • Bus+Van price: USD 44.20. From Bangkok to Koh Samui starting from 19:30 Koh Samui Transfer until 19:30 Koh Samui Transfer
  • Ferry+Train price: USD 48.59. From Bangkok to Koh Samui starting from 05:00 Surat Thani Train Station until 05:00 Surat Thani Train Station
  • Ferry+Train+Van price: USD 56.17. From Bangkok to Koh Samui starting from 18:50 Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station until 18:50 Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 395.81 to USD 589.10.

How many trips per day are there between Khao San and Koh Samui?

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

  • 6 by Bus+Ferry from Bangkok to Koh Samui starting from 06:00 Southern Bus Terminal Pinklao until 21:00 Southern Bus Terminal Pinklao
  • 1 by Bus+Ferry+Van from Bangkok to Koh Samui starting from 19:00 Khao San Montanatip until 19:00 Khao San Montanatip
  • 1 by Ferry+Train+Van from Bangkok to Koh Samui starting from 18:50 Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station until 18:50 Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Bangkok 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 Bangkok 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 395.81.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator..

The most popular transport from Khao San to Koh Samui

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Khao San 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:

  • 23% chosen Bus+Ferry
  • 19% chosen Ferry+Train+Van
  • 16% chosen Bus+Van
  • 16% chosen Ferry+Van
  • 14% chosen Bus+Ferry+Van
  • 11% chosen Ferry+Train
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Khao San to Koh Samui

Facts about the transport from Khao San to Koh Samui

Cheapest Transport$34
Fastest Transport10h 30m
Earliest Departure5:00 AM
Latest Departure9:00 PM
Departures per day15
Distance525 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBangkokTaxi24, Firstplan Transport Services, Glassflower, Krungsiam Tour, Montanatip, Raja Ferry, Seatran Ferry, Thai Railways