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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Koh Phangan to Surat Thani

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 13

Cheapest price on Sep 13

$14

Average ticket price on Sep 13

$20

Fastest journey on Sep 13

1 h 15 m

Average journey duration on Sep 13

2 h 3 m

Ferries on Sep 13

14

Distance

103 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Koh Phangan 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 Koh Phangan to Surat Thani will cost around $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.

Fast ferries

On Sun, Sep 13, we found 14 ferries from Koh Phangan to Surat Thani, including 14 direct services.

On Sun, Sep 13 the direct ferries cover the 103 km distance in an average of 2 h 3 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .

On Sun, Sep 13 the slowest ferries will take 2 h 15 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.

  • Seatran FerrySeatran Ferry
    5:30 PM2h15
    Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier)
    7:45 PMDonsak (Seatran Donsak Pier)
    $141One-way
    0 transfers
  • Seatran FerrySeatran Ferry
    5:30 AM2h15
    Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier)
    7:45 AMDonsak (Seatran Donsak Pier)
    $141One-way
    0 transfers
  • Seatran FerrySeatran Ferry
    11:30 AM2h15
    Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier)
    1:45 PMDonsak (Seatran Donsak Pier)
    $141One-way
    0 transfers
  • Seatran FerrySeatran Ferry
    8:30 AM2h15
    Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier)
    10:45 AMDonsak (Seatran Donsak Pier)
    $141One-way
    0 transfers
  • Seatran FerrySeatran Ferry
    2:30 PM2h15
    Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier)
    4:45 PMDonsak (Seatran Donsak Pier)
    $141One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare ferry and bus for Koh Phangan to Surat Thani

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Koh Phangan to Surat Thani among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $20 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 4h 34m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, while a ferry costs an average of $20.

Distance: 55 nautical miles (103 km)

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Bus

$20

Average price

$20

Average price

Cheapest

4h 39m

Average total duration

3h 39m

Onboard

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1h 0m

Additional time*

4h 34m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 4m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

Seatran Ferry

Most popular ferry company

Raja Ferry Port Public Company Limited

Most popular bus company

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Koh Phangan to Surat Thani is a bus with an average price of $20.

This is compared to other travel options from Koh Phangan to Surat Thani:

A bus is $0.64 less than a ferry for this route with tickets for a ferry from Koh Phangan to Surat Thani costing on average $20.

The fastest way to travel from Koh Phangan to Surat Thani is by ferry with an average journey time of 3h 39m.

Other travel options to Surat Thani take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 4m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Koh Phangan and Surat Thani including taking a ferry and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Koh Phangan to Surat Thani among Omio's users.

Koh Phangan to Surat Thani Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Seatran Ferry
Departure Time
05:30PM
Arrival Time
09:30PM
Duration
11h00
Sailing Days
Mon, Sat, Sun
Operator
Seatran Ferry
Departure Time
05:30AM
Arrival Time
09:30AM
Duration
11h00
Sailing Days
Mon, Sat, Sun
Operator
Seatran Ferry
Departure Time
11:30AM
Arrival Time
04:30PM
Duration
5h00
Sailing Days
Mon, Sat, Sun
Operator
Seatran Ferry
Departure Time
08:30AM
Arrival Time
12:30PM
Duration
11h00
Sailing Days
Mon, Sat, Sun
Operator
Raja Ferry
Departure Time
11:00AM
Arrival Time
04:00PM
Duration
5h00
Sailing Days
Mon
Operator
Raja Ferry
Departure Time
02:00PM
Arrival Time
06:45PM
Duration
4h45
Sailing Days
Mon
Operator
Songserm
Departure Time
12:40PM
Arrival Time
01:55PM
Duration
1h15
Sailing Days
Mon, Sun
Operator
Raja Ferry
Departure Time
05:30PM
Arrival Time
09:00PM
Duration
3h30
Sailing Days
Mon
Operator
Lomprayah High Speed Ferries
Departure Time
04:00AM
Arrival Time
07:00AM
Duration
3h00
Sailing Days
Wed, Thu
Operator
Seatran Ferry
Departure Time
10:30PM
Arrival Time
12:45AM
Duration
2h15
Sailing Days
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri
Operator
Seatran Ferry
Departure Time
02:30PM
Arrival Time
07:00PM
Duration
11h30
Sailing Days
Mon, Sat, Sun
Operator
Raja Ferry
Departure Time
08:00AM
Arrival Time
12:45PM
Duration
4h45
Sailing Days
Mon

Live departures

Koh Phangan to Surat Thani ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Koh Phangan to Surat Thani ferries for today, Saturday, September 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Seatran FerrySeatran Ferry5:30 PM Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier)
11h00
9:30 PM Surat Thani0 transfersDirect
Seatran FerrySeatran Ferry5:30 PM Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier)
2h15
7:45 PM Donsak (Seatran Donsak Pier)0 transfersDirect
Sunday, September 13
Seatran FerrySeatran Ferry5:30 AM Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier)
5h30
11:00 AM Surat Thani Airport0 transfersDirect
Seatran FerrySeatran Ferry5:30 AM Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier)
2h15
7:45 AM Donsak (Seatran Donsak Pier)0 transfersDirect
Seatran FerrySeatran Ferry5:30 AM Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier)
11h00
9:30 AM Surat Thani0 transfersDirect
Seatran FerrySeatran Ferry8:30 AM Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier)
5h00
1:30 PM Surat Thani Airport0 transfersDirect
Seatran FerrySeatran Ferry8:30 AM Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier)
2h15
10:45 AM Donsak (Seatran Donsak Pier)0 transfersDirect
Seatran FerrySeatran Ferry8:30 AM Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier)
11h00
12:30 PM Surat Thani0 transfersDirect
Seatran FerrySeatran Ferry11:30 AM Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier)
2h15
1:45 PM Donsak (Seatran Donsak Pier)0 transfersDirect
Seatran FerrySeatran Ferry11:30 AM Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier)
11h00
3:30 PM Surat Thani0 transfersDirect
Seatran FerrySeatran Ferry11:30 AM Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier)
5h00
4:30 PM Surat Thani Airport0 transfersDirect
SongsermSongserm12:40 PM Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier)
1h15
1:55 PM Donsak (Laem Thuat Donsak Pier)0 transfersDirect
Seatran FerrySeatran Ferry2:30 PM Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier)
11h30
7:00 PM Surat Thani0 transfersDirect
Seatran FerrySeatran Ferry2:30 PM Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier)
2h15
4:45 PM Donsak (Seatran Donsak Pier)0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Koh Phangan to Surat Thani

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Ferries from Koh Phangan to Surat Thani run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 39m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $12 if you book in advance.

There are 14 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 05:30, the last at 18:00. The fastest ferry covers the 55 nautical miles (103 km) distance in 1h 15m. There are 4 sailings per week.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Official Omio partners on this route
Seatran Ferry
Raja Ferry
Songserm
Lomprayah High Speed Ferries
Distance
55 nautical miles (103 km)
Average sailing duration
3h 39m
Cheapest ticket price
$12
Ferries per day
14
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
4
Fastest ferry
1h 15m
First ferry
5:30 AM
Last ferry
6:00 PM
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Wed
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Sat
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Ferry operators: Seatran Ferry, Raja Ferry, Songserm, Lomprayah High Speed Ferries from Koh Phangan to Surat ThaniYou can travel by ferry between Koh Phangan to Surat Thani with Seatran Ferry, Raja Ferry, Songserm, Lomprayah High Speed Ferries for as low as $12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Lomprayah High Speed Ferries

About
Lomprayah High Speed Ferries Co., Ltd., established in 1996, is Thailand's premier high-speed ferry operator, offering swift and stylish travel across the Gulf of Thailand. With a fleet of seven high-speed catamarans—Pralarn, Namuang, Maenam, Koh Prab, Thongsala, Maehaad, and Thapdaorai—Lomprayah provides the fastest sea crossings in the region. The company offers services from Koh Samui to Koh Phangan, Koh Tao, Chumphon, and from Chumphon to Bangkok via air-conditioned bus. Lomprayah is renowned for its punctuality, boasting a 99.8% on-time performance, and offers additional services such as flight ticket booking, bus reservations, and tour packages.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Lomprayah High Speed Ferries Duration
3h 0m
Cheapest Lomprayah High Speed Ferries Price
$25
Lomprayah High Speed Ferries frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Each passenger is allowed to carry one large luggage item weighing up to 20 kilograms at no additional cost.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage exceeding 20 kilograms incurs a charge of 200 THB per item.
Luggage storage
Luggage storage is available on board for passenger convenience.
Cancellation Policy
Changes to bookings can be made up to two times without a fee; cancellations are not permitted, and the fare is non-refundable.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors are allowed to travel with parental consent and must adhere to safety guidelines.
Amenities on board the ferry
Food sold onboard
Light snacks and beverages are available for purchase during the journey.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Lomprayah High Speed Ferries provides accessible services for passengers with mobility needs.
Bikes
Foldable bicycles are allowed on board with a fee of 500 THB per bike; non-foldable bikes are not permitted.
Pets
Pets are permitted on board with a fee of 200 THB per pet; passengers must ensure pets are leashed and muzzled during the journey.
Entertaiment on board
Quiet zone
Learn more about Lomprayah High Speed Ferries

Seatran Ferry

About
Seatran Ferry Co., Ltd. is a Thai ferry operator established in 2002, specializing in providing safe and efficient transportation services across the Gulf of Thailand. The company operates a fleet of high-speed ferries and speedboats, offering routes between Surat Thani, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Koh Phangan, and Koh Samui. Ferries are equipped with air-conditioning, comfortable seating, and onboard amenities, while speedboats feature open-air seating. Seatran Ferry is committed to enhancing the travel experience by reducing congestion and ensuring passenger safety, contributing significantly to the region's tourism development.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Seatran Ferry Duration
2h 15m
Cheapest Seatran Ferry Price
$13
Seatran Ferry frequency
13 a day
Luggage included
Two pieces of luggage not exceeding a total weight of 30kg are included.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage is not permitted.
Luggage storage
Luggage storage is available on the ferry.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations must be made 24 hours prior to departure with a 30% cancellation fee.
Refund
No refunds are provided for cancellations or delays.
Pregnant on board
Traveling while pregnant is permitted; caution is advised.
Unaccompagned minor
Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.
Amenities on board the ferry
Toilets
Learn more about Seatran Ferry

Raja Ferry

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Raja Ferry Duration
2h 30m
Cheapest Raja Ferry Price
$12
Raja Ferry frequency
10 a day

Songserm

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Songserm Duration
1h 15m
Cheapest Songserm Price
$22
Songserm frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Luggage included in fare; specific size/type not provided.
Additional luggage
Excess luggage and bulky luggage allowed for an additional fee

FAQs: Ferry from Koh Phangan to Surat Thani

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Koh Phangan 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.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Koh Phangan to Surat Thani can start from as little as $12 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Koh Phangan to Surat Thani is $20 ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by ferry from Koh Phangan to Surat Thani is 1h 15m to travel the 64 miles (103 km) long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest ferry from Koh Phangan to Surat Thani leaves at 5:30 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest ferry from Koh Phangan to Surat Thani leaves at 6:00 PM.
Yes, there are 14 direct ferries a day from Koh Phangan to Surat Thani with Boonsiri Ferry. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.
No, there are no cabins on ferries from Koh Phangan to Surat Thani.
No, there are no vehicle options on ferries from Koh Phangan to Surat Thani.
Yes, travelling as a foot passenger from Koh Phangan to Surat Thani is possible with . We recommend arriving at least one hour before the trip if you are travelling on foot, but please check specific times for each route. If you need to book your travel to the departure port, check our trains, buses and flight options on Omio.
When taking a ferry from Koh Phangan to Surat Thani, you can count on Seatran Ferry, Boonsiri Ferry for the best way to get you to Surat Thani. You can also check all possible ferry operators who offer a service between Koh Phangan and Surat Thani and compare the amenities they offer before buying a ferry ticket.
A day trip to Surat Thani from Koh Phangan is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 15m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a ferry from Koh Phangan to Surat Thani is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Koh Phangan and Surat Thani including taking a ferry and bus.
Since neither Koh Phangan nor Surat Thani are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of Thailand and Thailand. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Koh Phangan to Surat Thani among Omio's users.
Thailand uses the Thai Baht (THB) as its currency. Travelers often find it convenient to use cash for small purchases, markets, and transportation, while cards are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, and larger stores. Carrying some cash is advisable, but using cards can offer better security and exchange rates in urban areas.
In Surat Thani, travelers should be cautious of common scams such as overpriced taxi fares, tuk-tuk drivers taking longer routes, and unofficial tour operators offering subpar services. Petty theft can occur in crowded areas, so keeping belongings secure is important. Always agree on transportation prices beforehand and use reputable providers to ensure safety and avoid scams.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular ferry ports

Popular ports from Koh Phangan to Surat Thani

Most Koh Phangan to Surat Thani ferries use the Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier) to Donsak (Seatran Donsak Pier) port pair, with some services arriving at Surat Thani Airport. Use this guide to compare Koh Phangan and Surat Thani ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.

Departure ports in Koh Phangan
Arrival ports in Surat Thani
Koh Phangan (Thong Sala Pier)Thailand

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