The cheapest and fastest coaches from Koh Samui to Nakhon Si Thammarat
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$11
Fastest journey
4 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h 40 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
121 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Koh Samui to Nakhon Si Thammarat 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 Nakhon Si Thammarat will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $11.
Of the 2 buses that leave Koh Samui for Nakhon Si Thammarat every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 121 km distance in an average of 4 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 40 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 coach and ferry for Koh Samui to Nakhon Si Thammarat
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Koh Samui to Nakhon Si Thammarat among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $8. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $8, and a coach costs an average of $11.
Distance: 121 km
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Most popular Coach | Ferry |
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$11 Average Price | $10 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 10m Average total duration 4h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Koh Samui to Nakhon Si Thammarat bus times
The table below shows live departures for Koh Samui to Nakhon Si Thammarat coaches for tomorrow, Monday, 16 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:20 am Ko Samui, Koh Samui | 4h40 | 5:00 am Nakhon Si Thammarat, Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 2:20 am Ko Samui, Koh Samui | 4h40 | 7:00 am Nakhon Si Thammarat, Bus Terminal | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Nakhon Borrikarn?
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Koh Samui to Nakhon Si Thammarat
Buses from Koh Samui to Nakhon Si Thammarat run on average 2 times per day, taking around 4h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 but you can travel from only $8 by ferry.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:45, the last at 14:00. The fastest coach covers the 121 km distance in 4h 40m.
Distance 121 km |
Average bus duration 4h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 4h 40m |
First bus 04:45 |
Last bus 14:00 |
Bus providers: Nakhon Borrikarn from Koh Samui to Nakhon Si ThammaratYou can travel by bus between Koh Samui to Nakhon Si Thammarat with Nakhon Borrikarn for as low as $8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Koh Samui to Nakhon Si Thammarat coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Koh Samui to Nakhon Si Thammarat by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Nakhon Si Thammarat, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Nakhon Borrikarn
- One piece of luggage per passenger
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Koh Samui and Nakhon Si Thammarat
- 06:00-19:00
- Free Wi-Fi available
- Free parking available at the terminal
- Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
- Available at the pier entrance
- Basic ramps available
- Public toilets available
- Songthaew: Local routes
- Bus: Local routes
- 04:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in terminal
- Free parking available for passengers
- Local food stalls and small restaurants inside and around terminal
- Available at designated taxi stand outside terminal
- Basic wheelchair access
- Public toilets available
- Local Bus: Routes serving city center
- Songthaew: Various routes
