The cheapest and fastest ferries from Ko Samui to Surat Thani
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$23
Fastest journey
1 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 5 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
79 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Ko Samui to Surat Thani 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 Surat Thani will cost around $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Ko Samui for Surat Thani on Wed, Feb 04, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Feb 04 the direct ferries cover the 79 km distance in an average of 2 h 5 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 30 m .
On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest ferries will take 2 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.
Lomprayah High Speed Ferries
Lomprayah High Speed Ferries
Lomlahkkhirin
Lomlahkkhirin
Lomprayah High Speed Ferries
Lomprayah High Speed FerriesTravel Information
Compare bus and ferry for Ko Samui to Surat Thani
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Ko Samui to Surat Thani among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 2h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a ferry costs an average of €16.
Distance: 42 nautical miles (79 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Bus |
|---|---|
€17 Average price | €10 Average price Cheapest |
3h 35m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Ko Samui to Surat Thani Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Lomprayah High Speed Ferries | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 2h15 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator Lomprayah High Speed Ferries | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days Wed |
Operator DF_478 | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Wed |
Live departures
Ko Samui to Surat Thani ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Ko Samui to Surat Thani ferries for tomorrow, Wednesday, February 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Lomprayah High Speed Ferries | 1:30 AM Koh Samui (Nathon Pier) | 2h30 | 4:00 AM Surat Thani - Tapee Pier (ท่าเรือตาปี - สุราษฎร์ธานี) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Lomlahkkhirin | 1:30 AM Koh Samui (Mae Nam Pier) | 1h30 | 3:00 AM Surat Thani - Tapee Pier (ท่าเรือตาปี - สุราษฎร์ธานี) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Lomprayah High Speed Ferries | 4:45 AM Koh Samui (Nathon Pier) | 2h15 | 7:00 AM Surat Thani - Tapee Pier (ท่าเรือตาปี - สุราษฎร์ธานี) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Ko Samui to Surat Thani
Ferries from Ko Samui to Surat Thani run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
There are 11 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 05:00, the last at 19:00. The fastest ferry covers the 42 nautical miles (79 km) distance in 2h 30m. There are 59 sailings per week.




Distance 42 nautical miles (79 km) |
Average sailing duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Ferries per day 11 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 59 |
Fastest ferry 2h 30m |
First ferry 05:00 |
Last ferry 19:00 |
Ferry operators: DF_478, Lomprayah High Speed Ferries, Seatran Ferry, Raja Ferry from Ko Samui to Surat ThaniYou can travel by ferry between Ko Samui to Surat Thani with DF_478, Lomprayah High Speed Ferries, Seatran Ferry, Raja Ferry for as low as $12 (€10). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Lomprayah High Speed Ferries
DF_478
Seatran Ferry
Raja Ferry
FAQs: Ferry from Ko Samui to Surat Thani
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ko Samui to Surat Thani 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 Surat Thani, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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