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Art Samui Museum
Contemporary 3D trick-art museum with interactive painted scenes for playful photos. A light indoor option for families and mixed-weather days.
Cheapest price on Oct 22
$14
Average ticket price on Oct 22
$14
Fastest journey on Oct 22
4 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Oct 22
4 h 30 m
Buses on Oct 22
1
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tha Kham to Koh Samui is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tha Kham to Koh Samui will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
On Thu, Oct 22, we found 1 buses from Tha Kham to Koh Samui, including 1 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 22 the direct buses cover the 97 km distance in an average of 4 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 30 m .
On Thu, Oct 22 the slowest buses will take 4 h 30 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.


Buses from Tha Kham to Koh Samui run on average 9 times per day, taking around 4h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $16 (€14) if you book in advance.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:00, the last at 17:00. The fastest bus covers the 60 miles (97 km) distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 60 miles (97 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $16 (€14) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 5:00 AM |
Last bus 5:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Tha Kham to Koh Samui.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Phantip Travel | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Phantip Travel | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Phantip Travel | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Phantip Travel | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Phantip Travel | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Phantip Travel | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
The table below shows live departures for Tha Kham to Koh Samui buses for today, Wednesday, October 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:30 PM Tha Kham | 6h00 | 6:30 PM Ko Samui, Nathon Pier | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, October 22 | |||||
![]() | 1:00 AM Tha Kham | 4h30 | 5:30 AM Koh Samui | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Contemporary 3D trick-art museum with interactive painted scenes for playful photos. A light indoor option for families and mixed-weather days.
Small private shell museum displaying marine shells and fossils collected over decades. Good for a quick niche stop with local character near Lamai.
Boutique gallery space at Tamarind Springs presenting curated art in a tranquil garden setting. Suitable for visitors seeking local creative work.
Lively coastal district with beach access, shops, nightlife, and an easy walking strip. A central base for first-time visitors who want convenience.
Historic Bophut walking area with wooden shophouses, boutique stores, and seafront views. Best for a relaxed stroll with old-village character.
Popular scenic viewpoint above Chaweng Noi with sweeping bay vistas. Ideal for sunrise or sunset photos and a short stop while touring the island.
Southern Thai sour curry with turmeric and seasonal vegetables or fish. It is a staple in the south and known for bright heat and no coconut milk.
Turmeric-rich southern curry, often cooked with fish or pork and a fiery curry paste. It is a signature island and peninsula flavor.
Stir-fried squid or shrimp with salted egg yolk sauce. Popular in seaside restaurants, it highlights Samui's fresh seafood and rich Thai-Chinese flavors.
Refined southern Thai dining in an elegant resort setting, known for regional flavors, seafood, and polished service.
Casual local favorite for southern Thai food and fresh seafood, popular for authentic flavors and reasonable prices.
Long-established fine dining venue focusing on traditional Thai cuisine in a romantic garden setting near Chaweng.
Moderate for Thai islands: rooms, dining, and taxis cost more than mainland Thailand, but street food and local eateries remain good value.
Tipping is not mandatory. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants if no service charge. Round up for taxis. Small change is appreciated at cafes.
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Most Tha Kham to Koh Samui buses use the Tha Kham, Suratthani Train Station to Ko Samui, Lipa Noi Pier station pair, with some services arriving at Ko Samui, Nathon Pier. Use this guide to compare Tha Kham and Koh Samui bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Tha Kham, Suratthani Train Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Small food stalls and local vendors
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are aTM machines inside station.
Ticket office support is available at Tha Kham, Suratthani Train Station .
Available at Tha Kham, Suratthani Train Station : Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tha Kham, Suratthani Train Station : Basic wheelchair access.
Ko Samui, Nathon Pier has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Local food stalls and small restaurants near the pier
ATMs are several ATMs near pier entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Ko Samui, Nathon Pier.
Available at Ko Samui, Nathon Pier: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ko Samui, Nathon Pier: Basic ramp access.