The cheapest and fastest buses from Ko Samui to Nakhon Si Thammarat
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
4 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h 40 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
123 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ko Samui to Nakhon Si Thammarat is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ko Samui to Nakhon Si Thammarat will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 1 buses that leave Ko Samui for Nakhon Si Thammarat on Fri, Nov 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Nov 07 the direct buses cover the 123 km distance in an average of 4 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 40 m .
On Fri, Nov 07 the slowest buses will take 4 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare ferry and bus for Ko Samui to Nakhon Si Thammarat
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ko Samui to Nakhon Si Thammarat among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 2h 9m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €8, and a bus costs an average of €9.
Distance: 76 miles (123 km)
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Most popular Bus | Ferry |
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€9 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest |
5h 10m Average total duration 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 9m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Ko Samui to Nakhon Si Thammarat bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ko Samui to Nakhon Si Thammarat buses for tomorrow, Friday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:20 AM Ko Samui | 4h40 | 5:00 AM Nakhon Si Thammarat | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ko Samui to Nakhon Si Thammarat
Buses from Ko Samui to Nakhon Si Thammarat run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) but you can travel from only $9 (€8) by ferry.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 11:45, the last at 14:00. The fastest bus covers the 76 miles (123 km) distance in 4h 40m.
Distance 76 miles (123 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 4h 40m |
First bus 11:45 |
Last bus 14:00 |
FAQs: Bus from Ko Samui to Nakhon Si Thammarat
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ko Samui to Nakhon Si Thammarat by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Nakhon Si Thammarat, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Nakhon Borrikarn
- One piece of luggage per passenger
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Ko Samui to Nakhon Si Thammarat
- 06:00-19:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Free parking available at the terminal
- Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
- Available at the pier entrance
- Basic ramps available
- Public toilets available
- Songthaew: Local routes
- Bus: Local routes
- 04:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in terminal
- Free parking available for passengers
- Local food stalls and small restaurants inside and around terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
- Basic wheelchair access
- Public toilets available
- Local Bus: Routes serving city center
- Songthaew: Various routes
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