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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bangkok to Ko Samui
Cheapest price
$19
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
9 h
Average duration
9 h 48 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
473 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bangkok to Ko Samui is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bangkok to Ko Samui will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $19.
Of the 10 buses that leave Bangkok for Ko Samui every day 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 473 km distance in an average of 9 h 48 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h .
The slowest buses will take 10 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.
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Travel Information
Compare coach, flight and ferry for Bangkok to Ko Samui
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Bangkok to Ko Samui among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $19, and a flight costs an average of $142.
Distance: 473 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight | Ferry |
|---|---|---|
$37 Average Price Cheapest | $162 Average Price | $59 Average Price |
14h 57m Average total duration 14h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 13m Average total duration Fastest 1h 13m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 15h 57m Average total duration 14h 57m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Bangkok to Ko Samui bus times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10:30 am Bangkok, Bus Terminal (South) | 10h00 | 8:30 pm Surat Thani, Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:30 am Bangkok, Bus Terminal (South) | 10h10 | 9:40 pm Surat Thani, Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:50 am Bangkok, Bus Terminal (South) | 10h10 | 10:00 pm Surat Thani, Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 12:00 pm Bangkok, Bus Terminal (South) | 11h00 | 11:00 pm Surat Thani, Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:30 pm Bangkok, Bus Terminal (South) | 9h00 | 9:30 pm Surat Thani, Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:30 pm Bangkok, Bus Terminal (South) | 10h00 | 10:30 pm Surat Thani, Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday, 6 November | |||||
| 12:30 am Bangkok, Bus Terminal (South) | 10h00 | 10:30 am Surat Thani, Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:30 am Bangkok, Bus Terminal (South) | 10h00 | 10:30 am Surat Thani, Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Bangkok to Ko Samui
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Distance 473 km |
Average bus duration 14h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 |
Buses per day 1 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 9h 0m |
First bus 14:00 |
Last bus 19:00 |
Bus providers: Montanatip from Bangkok to Ko SamuiYou can travel by bus between Bangkok to Ko Samui with Montanatip for as low as $19. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bangkok to Ko Samui coach
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bangkok, Chakrabongse Rd - Khao San Road, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Ko Samui, Nathon Pier, located away from the city centre.
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Important Stations and Airports in Bangkok and Ko Samui
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 06:00-22:00
- Free public Wi-Fi
- Limited street parking available
- Street food vendors and local restaurants nearby
- Available on Chakrabongse Road
- Basic ramps available
- Available at nearby restaurants and shops
- Bus: 2, 15, 44, 511
- Boat: Phra Arthit Pier
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 04:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout terminal
- Large parking area available for both short and long-term parking
- Food court and various food stalls available inside terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
- Wheelchair ramps, elevators
- Public restrooms available with fee
- Bus: 84, 91, 123, 124, 127, 146, 149, 170, 177, 183, 189, 515, 539
- Metro: NA
- Train: NA
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-18:00
- Free parking available at pier
- Local food stalls and small restaurants near the pier
- Available at pier entrance
- Basic ramp access
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Local songthaews
- Ferry services to mainland
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