The cheapest and fastest ferries from Koh Samui to Don Sak
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$10
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
1 h 30 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
42 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Koh Samui to Don Sak is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Koh Samui to Don Sak will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Koh Samui for Don Sak on Fri, May 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 15 the direct ferries cover the 42 km distance in an average of 1 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Fri, May 15 the slowest ferries will take 1 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.
5:00 AM1h30Koh Samui6:30 AMDon Sak$101One-way0 transfers
5:00 AM1h30Koh Samui6:30 AMDon Sak$101One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare ferry for Koh Samui to Don Sak
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Koh Samui to Don Sak 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 1h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $8, and a ferry costs an average of $8.
Distance: 22 nautical miles (42 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Driving |
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$11 Average price Cheapest | $5 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 8m Average total duration Fastest 1h 8m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Koh Samui to Don Sak Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Seatran Ferry | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Seatran Ferry | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Seatran Ferry | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Seatran Ferry | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Seatran Ferry | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Seatran Ferry | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Seatran Ferry | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Seatran Ferry | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Seatran Ferry | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Seatran Ferry | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Seatran Ferry | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Seatran Ferry | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Seatran Ferry | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Seatran Ferry | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Operator Seatran Ferry | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Thu |
Live departures
Koh Samui to Don Sak ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Koh Samui to Don Sak ferries for today, Thursday, May 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Seatran Ferry | 6:00 PM Koh Samui (Nathon Pier) | 3h30 | 9:30 PM Surat Thani (Tapee Pier) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Seatran Ferry | 6:00 PM Koh Samui (Nathon Pier) | 1h30 | 7:30 PM Donsak (Seatran Donsak Pier) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Seatran Ferry | 7:00 PM Koh Samui (Nathon Pier) | 1h30 | 8:30 PM Donsak (Seatran Donsak Pier) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 15 | |||||
![]() | 5:00 AM Koh Samui | 1h30 | 6:30 AM Don Sak | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Koh Samui to Don Sak
Ferries from Koh Samui to Don Sak run on average 21 times per day, taking around 1h 8m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $8 (€7) if you book in advance.
There are 21 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 05:00, the last at 19:00. The fastest ferry covers the 22 nautical miles (42 km) distance in 1h 30m. There are 86 sailings per week.


Distance 22 nautical miles (42 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $8 (€7) |
Ferries per day 21 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 86 |
Fastest ferry 1h 30m |
First ferry 5:00 AM |
Last ferry 7:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Ferry operators: Seatran Ferry, Lomprayah High Speed Ferries from Koh Samui to Don SakYou can travel by ferry between Koh Samui to Don Sak with Seatran Ferry, Lomprayah High Speed Ferries for as low as $8 (€7). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Koh Samui to Don Sak
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Koh Samui to Don Sak by ferry. 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 ferry, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Don Sak, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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