The cheapest and fastest ferries from Surat Thani to Koh Tao (Island)
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$30
Fastest journey
2 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h
Ferries per day
2
Distance
120 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Surat Thani to Koh Tao (Island) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Surat Thani to Koh Tao (Island) will cost around $30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $28.
Of the 2 ferries that leave Surat Thani for Koh Tao (Island) on Tue, Mar 10, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Mar 10 the direct ferries cover the 120 km distance in an average of 3 h but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
On Tue, Mar 10 the slowest ferries will take 3 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.




Travel Information
Compare ferry and bus for Surat Thani to Koh Tao (Island)
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Surat Thani to Koh Tao (Island) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $27, and a bus costs an average of $30.
Distance: 64 nautical miles (120 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Bus |
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$30 Average price Cheapest | $31 Average price |
4h 7m Average total duration 3h 7m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Surat Thani to Koh Tao (Island) ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Surat Thani to Koh Tao (Island) ferries for tomorrow, Tuesday, March 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:00 AM Surat Thani | 3h15 | 7:15 AM Koh Tao (Island) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Surat Thani | 2h45 | 10:45 AM Koh Tao (Island) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Surat Thani to Koh Tao (Island)
Ferries from Surat Thani to Koh Tao (Island) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 7m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) if you book in advance.
There are 8 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 07:05, the last at 15:30. The fastest ferry covers the 64 nautical miles (120 km) distance in 2h 45m. There are 36 sailings per week.

Distance 64 nautical miles (120 km) |
Average sailing duration 3h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Ferries per day 8 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 36 |
Fastest ferry 2h 45m |
First ferry 07:05 |
Last ferry 15:30 |
Ferry operators: Lomprayah High Speed Ferries from Surat Thani to Koh Tao (Island)You can travel by ferry between Surat Thani to Koh Tao (Island) with Lomprayah High Speed Ferries for as low as $27 (€22). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Ferry from Surat Thani to Koh Tao (Island)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Surat Thani to Koh Tao (Island) 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 Koh Tao (Island), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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