The cheapest and fastest ferries from Koh Samui to Koh Tao (Island)
Cheapest price
23S$
Average price
23S$
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 15 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
67 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Koh Samui to Koh Tao (Island) 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 Koh Tao (Island) will cost around 23S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only 23S$.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Koh Samui for Koh Tao (Island) every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, 30 Jun the direct ferries cover the 67 km distance in an average of 3 h 15 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 3 h 15 m .
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.
Songserm10:30 AM3h15Koh Samui (Nathon Pier)1:45 PMKoh Tao (Mae Haad Pier)23 S$1One-way0 changes
Songserm10:30 AM3h15Koh Samui (Nathon Pier)1:45 PMKoh Tao (Mae Haad Pier)23 S$1One-way0 changes
Koh Samui to Koh Tao (Island) Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Songserm | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 3h15 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Lomlahkkhirin | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Lomprayah High Speed Ferries | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Lomlahkkhirin | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 1h30 | Sailing Days Fri |
Operator Songserm | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 3h15 | Sailing Days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun |
Live departures
Koh Samui to Koh Tao (Island) ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Koh Samui to Koh Tao (Island) ferries for tomorrow, Tuesday, 30 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Songserm | 10:30 AM Koh Samui (Nathon Pier) | 3h15 | 1:45 PM Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Koh Samui to Koh Tao (Island) by ferry
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Koh Samui to Koh Tao (Island)
Ferries from Koh Samui to Koh Tao (Island) run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 57m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at 16S$ if you book in advance.
There are 6 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 07:05, the last at 16:30. The fastest ferry covers the 36 nautical miles (67 km) distance in 1h 30m. There are 39 sailings per week.




Distance 36 nautical miles (67 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price 16S$ |
Ferries per day 6 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 39 |
Fastest ferry 1h 30m |
First ferry 7:05 AM |
Last ferry 4:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Ferry operators: Lomprayah High Speed Ferries, Songserm, Lomlahkkhirin, Seatran Discovery from Koh Samui to Koh Tao (Island)You can travel by ferry between Koh Samui to Koh Tao (Island) with Lomprayah High Speed Ferries, Songserm, Lomlahkkhirin, Seatran Discovery for as low as 16S$. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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FAQs: Koh Samui to Koh Tao (Island) ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Koh Samui 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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