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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
$20
Average ticket price on Oct 22
$20
Fastest journey on Oct 22
5 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Oct 22
5 h 30 m
Buses on Oct 22
1
Distance
91 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Wat Pradu 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 Wat Pradu to Koh Samui will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $20.
On Thu, Oct 22, we found 1 buses from Wat Pradu to Koh Samui, including 1 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 22 the direct buses cover the 91 km distance in an average of 5 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
On Thu, Oct 22 the slowest buses will take 5 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 Wat Pradu to Koh Samui run on average 3 times per day, taking around 5h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:00, the last at 17:00. The fastest bus covers the 56 miles (91 km) distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 56 miles (91 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 5h 30m |
First bus 6:00 AM |
Last bus 5:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Thu |
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 Wat Pradu to Koh Samui.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Phantip Travel | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Phantip Travel | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Phantip Travel | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $24 |
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 Wat Pradu 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 Wat Pradu | 6h00 | 6:30 PM Ko Samui, Nathon Pier | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, October 22 | |||||
![]() | 12:00 AM Wat Pradu | 5h30 | 5:30 AM Koh Samui | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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.
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Refined southern Thai dining in an elegant resort setting, known for regional flavors, seafood, and polished service.
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Moderate for Thai islands: rooms, dining, and taxis cost more than mainland Thailand, but street food and local eateries remain good value.
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Most Wat Pradu to Koh Samui buses use the Wat Pradu, Surat Thani Bus Terminal to Ko Samui, Lipa Noi Pier station pair, with some services arriving at Ko Samui, Nathon Pier. Use this guide to compare Wat Pradu and Koh Samui bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Wat Pradu, Surat Thani Bus Terminal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are several ATMs from major Thai banks.
Ticket office support is available at Wat Pradu, Surat Thani Bus Terminal.
Available at Wat Pradu, Surat Thani Bus Terminal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wat Pradu, Surat Thani Bus Terminal: Wheelchair accessible.
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.
Koh Samui is 3 km from Koh Samui city centre. Public transport options include:
Koh Samui has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Multiple food stalls available.
Free Wi-Fi in waiting areas. ATMs are aTM located near the ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Koh Samui.
Available at Koh Samui: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Koh Samui: Wheelchair ramps available.