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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Koh Samui to Surat Thani
- Cheapest price on 14 Nov
- S$17
- Average ticket price on 14 Nov
- S$24
- Fastest journey on 14 Nov
- 2 h 30 m
- Average journey duration on 14 Nov
- 3 h 10 m
- Ferries on 14 Nov
- 3
- Distance
- 86 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry 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 S$24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only S$17.
On Sat, 14 Nov, we found 3 ferries from Koh Samui to Surat Thani, including 3 direct services.
On Sat, 14 Nov the direct ferries cover the 86 km distance in an average of 3 h 10 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
The slowest ferries will take 4 h 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.
10:00 PM 4h00 Koh Samui 2:00 AM Surat Thani S$17 1 One-way 0 changes
1:30 AM 2h30 Koh Samui 4:00 AM Surat Thani S$27 1 One-way 0 changes
8:00 AM 3h00 Koh Samui 11:00 AM Surat Thani S$29 1 One-way 0 changes
1:30 AM 2h30 Koh Samui 4:00 AM Surat Thani S$27 1 One-way 0 changes8:00 AM 3h00 Koh Samui 11:00 AM Surat Thani S$29 1 One-way 0 changes10:00 PM 4h00 Koh Samui 2:00 AM Surat Thani S$17 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Koh Samui to Surat Thani
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Ferries from Koh Samui to Surat Thani run on average 24 times per day, taking around 4h 38m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at S$21 but you can travel from only S$15 by coach.
There are 24 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 05:00, the last at 19:00. The fastest ferry covers the 46 nautical miles (86 km) distance in 2h 15m. There are 28 sailings per week.
Distance 46 nautical miles (86 km) |
Average sailing duration 4h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price S$21 |
Ferries per day 24 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 28 |
Fastest ferry 2h 15m |
First ferry 5:00 AM |
Last ferry 7:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sun |
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
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Koh Samui to Surat Thani.
Koh Samui to Surat Thani Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Seatran Ferry | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival time 10:00AM | Duration 4h00 | Sailing Days thu |
Operator Lomprayah High Speed Ferries | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival time 04:00AM | Duration 2h30 | Sailing Days mon, tue, wed, fri, sun |
Operator Seatran Ferry | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival time 11:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Sailing Days mon, tue, fri, sat, sun |
Operator Seatran Ferry | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival time 10:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Sailing Days tue, wed, thu, sun |
Operator Seatran Ferry | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival time 08:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Sailing Days thu |
Operator Raja Ferry | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival time 02:00AM | Duration 4h00 | Sailing Days mon, tue, wed, fri, sat, sun |
Operator Songserm | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival time 04:15PM | Duration 3h05 | Sailing Days thu |
Live departures
Koh Samui to Surat Thani ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Koh Samui to Surat Thani ferries for today, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Songserm | 1:10 PM Koh Samui (Nathon Pier) | 3h05 | 4:15 PM Surat Thani Airport | 0 changesdirect | |
| Songserm | 1:10 PM Koh Samui (Nathon Pier) | 2h20 | 3:30 PM Surat Thani (Tapee Pier) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday, 13 November | |||||
| 1:30 AM Koh Samui | 2h30 | 4:00 AM Surat Thani | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs Raja Ferry?
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Ferry operators: Seatran Ferry, Raja Ferry, Lomprayah High Speed Ferries, Songserm from Koh Samui to Surat ThaniYou can travel by ferry between Koh Samui to Surat Thani with Seatran Ferry, Raja Ferry, Lomprayah High Speed Ferries, Songserm for as low as S$15. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
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Raja Ferry
Songserm
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Koh Samui and Surat Thani
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
FAQs: Koh Samui to Surat Thani ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Koh 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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Important Stations and Airports in Koh Samui and Surat Thani
Most Koh Samui to Surat Thani ferries use the Koh Samui (Nathon Pier) to Surat Thani Airport port pair, with some services arriving at Surat Thani (Tapee Pier). Use this guide to compare Koh Samui and Surat Thani ports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like port facilities and services.
Koh Samui (Nathon Pier) port facilities and services
Koh Samui (Nathon Pier) has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Koh Samui (Nathon Pier): The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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