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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Koh Samui to Surat Thani
Cheapest price
10S$
Average price
10S$
Fastest journey
3 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 30 m
Buses per day
2
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 10S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 10S$.
Of the 2 buses that leave Koh Samui for Surat Thani 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 86 km distance in an average of 3 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 30 m .
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.
5:00 AM3h30Koh Samui8:30 AMSurat Thani10 S$1One-way0 changes- 8:00 AM3h30Koh Samui11:30 AMSurat Thani10 S$1One-way0 changes
- 5:00 AM3h30Koh Samui8:30 AMSurat Thani10 S$1One-way0 changes
- 8:00 AM3h30Koh Samui11:30 AMSurat Thani10 S$1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and ferry for Koh Samui to Surat Thani
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Koh Samui to Surat Thani among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 10S$. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 2h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 10S$, and a ferry costs an average of 11S$.
Distance: 86 km
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| Coach | Most popular Ferry |
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10S$ Average Price Cheapest | 16S$ Average Price |
4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Koh Samui to Surat Thani bus times
The table below shows live departures for Koh Samui to Surat Thani coaches for tomorrow, Monday, 22 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5:00 AM Koh Samui | 3h30 | 8:30 AM Surat Thani | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:00 AM Koh Samui | 3h30 | 11:30 AM Surat Thani | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Koh Samui to Surat Thani
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Buses from Koh Samui to Surat Thani run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 10S$ if you book in advance.
There are 13 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 30m.
Distance 86 km |
Average bus duration 3h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price 10S$ |
Buses per day 13 |
Direct buses 13 |
Fastest bus 3h 30m |
First bus 5:00 AM |
Last bus 5:00 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Bus providers: Phantip Travel from Koh Samui to Surat ThaniYou can travel by bus between Koh Samui to Surat Thani with Phantip Travel for as low as 10S$. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Koh Samui to Surat Thani coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Koh Samui to Surat Thani 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 Surat Thani, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Koh Samui and Surat Thani
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket 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
ParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 05:00-20:00
- Free parking available for passengers
- Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
- Available at the terminal entrance
- Basic wheelchair access
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Local songthaews and public buses
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