The cheapest and fastest coaches from Koh Samui to Surat Thani
- Cheapest price on 12 Nov
- ฿ 393
- Average ticket price on 12 Nov
- ฿ 520
- Fastest journey on 12 Nov
- 3 h
- Average journey duration on 12 Nov
- 3 h 18 m
- Buses on 12 Nov
- 10
- Distance
- 86 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Koh Samui to Surat Thani is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Koh Samui to Surat Thani will cost around ฿ 520 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only ฿ 393.
On Thu, 12 Nov, we found 10 buses from Koh Samui to Surat Thani, including 10 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 86 km distance in an average of 3 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
The slowest buses will take 3 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.

3:00 PM 3h30 Ko Samui, Nathon Pier 6:30 PM Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2 ฿ 393 1 One-way 0 changes
10:00 AM 3h30 Ko Samui, Nathon Pier 1:30 PM Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2 ฿ 393 1 One-way 0 changes
8:00 AM 3h00 Ko Samui, Nathon Pier 11:00 AM Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2 ฿ 393 1 One-way 0 changes
2:00 PM 3h00 Ko Samui, Nathon Pier 5:00 PM Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2 ฿ 393 1 One-way 0 changes
6:00 AM 3h30 Ko Samui, Nathon Pier 9:30 AM Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2 ฿ 393 1 One-way 0 changes

8:00 AM 3h00 Ko Samui, Nathon Pier 11:00 AM Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2 ฿ 393 1 One-way 0 changes
2:00 PM 3h00 Ko Samui, Nathon Pier 5:00 PM Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2 ฿ 393 1 One-way 0 changes
3:00 PM 3h30 Ko Samui, Nathon Pier 6:30 PM Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2 ฿ 393 1 One-way 0 changes
10:00 AM 3h30 Ko Samui, Nathon Pier 1:30 PM Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2 ฿ 393 1 One-way 0 changes
6:00 AM 3h30 Ko Samui, Nathon Pier 9:30 AM Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2 ฿ 393 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Koh Samui to Surat Thani
Buses from Koh Samui to Surat Thani run on average 19 times per day, taking around 4h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at ฿ 354 if you book in advance.
There are 19 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:00, the last at 17:00. The fastest coach covers the 86 km distance in 3h 0m.
Distance 86 km |
Average bus duration 4h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price ฿ 354 |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 19 |
Fastest bus 3h 0m |
First bus 5:00 AM |
Last bus 5:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
Frequently asked questions about your Koh Samui to Surat Thani trip
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Live departures
Koh Samui to Surat Thani bus times
The table below shows live departures for Koh Samui to Surat Thani coaches for tomorrow, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:00 AM Ko Samui, Nathon Pier | 6h00 | 12:00 PM Surat Thani | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:00 AM Ko Samui, Nathon Pier | 3h30 | 9:30 AM Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Ko Samui, Nathon Pier | 6h00 | 2:00 PM Surat Thani | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:00 AM Ko Samui, Nathon Pier | 3h00 | 11:00 AM Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Ko Samui, Nathon Pier | 6h00 | 4:00 PM Surat Thani | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Ko Samui, Nathon Pier | 3h30 | 1:30 PM Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Ko Samui, Nathon Pier | 6h00 | 6:00 PM Surat Thani | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Ko Samui, Nathon Pier | 3h45 | 3:45 PM Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 2:00 PM Ko Samui, Nathon Pier | 3h00 | 5:00 PM Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 3:00 PM Ko Samui, Nathon Pier | 3h30 | 6:30 PM Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
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Bus providers: Raja Ferry Port Public Company Limited, Phantip Travel from Koh Samui to Surat ThaniYou can travel by bus between Koh Samui to Surat Thani with Raja Ferry Port Public Company Limited, Phantip Travel for as low as ฿ 354. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Raja Ferry Port Public Company Limited
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FAQs: Koh Samui to Surat Thani coach
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Koh Samui and Surat Thani
Most Koh Samui to Surat Thani buses use the Ko Samui, Nathon Pier to Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2 station pair, with some services arriving at Surat Thani (สุราษฎร์ธานี). Use this guide to compare Koh Samui and Surat Thani bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Ko Samui, Nathon Pier from Koh Samui city centre
Ko Samui, Nathon Pier bus station facilities and services
Ko Samui, Nathon Pier has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Local food stalls and small restaurants near the pier
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are several ATMs near pier entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Ko Samui, Nathon Pier.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ko Samui, Nathon Pier: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ko Samui, Nathon Pier: Basic ramp access.
Which Surat Thani station do buses from Koh Samui arrive at?
Getting to Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2 from Surat Thani city centre
Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2 bus station facilities and services
Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2 has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are several ATMs from Thai banks.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Surat Thani, Agriculture Market 2: Basic wheelchair access.
Getting to Surat Thani (สุราษฎร์ธานี) from Surat Thani city centre
Surat Thani (สุราษฎร์ธานี) bus station facilities and services
Surat Thani (สุราษฎร์ธานี) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several local eateries nearby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Surat Thani (สุราษฎร์ธานี). ATMs are available at Surat Thani (สุราษฎร์ธานี).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Surat Thani (สุราษฎร์ธานี).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Surat Thani (สุราษฎร์ธานี): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Surat Thani (สุราษฎร์ธานี): Accessible paths for wheelchairs.
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