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4.6The cheapest and fastest ferries from Ko Samui to Phuket
Cheapest price
$28
Average price
$35
Fastest journey
6 h 45 m
Average duration
7 h 25 m
Ferries per day
3
Distance
249 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Ko Samui to Phuket is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ko Samui to Phuket will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only $28.
Of the 3 ferries that leave Ko Samui for Phuket every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, 24 Jan the direct ferries cover the 249 km distance in an average of 7 h 25 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 6 h 45 m .
The slowest ferries will take 8 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 flight for Ko Samui to Phuket
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Ko Samui to Phuket among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from $45. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of $45, and a flight costs an average of $115.
Distance: 134 nautical miles (249 km)
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| Ferry | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
$46 Average Price Cheapest | $140 Average Price |
7h 45m Average total duration 6h 45m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Ko Samui to Phuket Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Raja Ferry | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 7h30 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Raja Ferry | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 8h00 | Sailing Days Sat |
Operator Lomprayah High Speed Ferries | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 6h45 | Sailing Days Mon, Sat |
Live departures
Ko Samui to Phuket ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Ko Samui to Phuket ferries for tomorrow, Saturday, 24 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raja Ferry | 2:00 am Koh Samui (Raja Ferry Lipa Noi Port) | 8h00 | 10:00 am Phuket | 0 changesdirect | |
| Raja Ferry | 4:00 am Koh Samui (Raja Ferry Lipa Noi Port) | 7h30 | 11:30 am Phuket | 0 changesdirect | |
| Lomprayah High Speed Ferries | 4:45 am Koh Samui (Nathon Pier) | 6h45 | 11:30 am Rassada Pier | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Ko Samui to Phuket
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Ferries from Ko Samui to Phuket run on average 1 times per day, taking around 6h 45m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $45 if you book in advance.
There are 1 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 09:30, the last at 11:45. The fastest ferry covers the 134 nautical miles (249 km) distance in 6h 45m. There are 1 sailings per week.
Distance 134 nautical miles (249 km) |
Average sailing duration 6h 45m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 |
Ferries per day 1 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 1 |
Fastest ferry 6h 45m |
First ferry 09:30 |
Last ferry 11:45 |
FAQs: Ko Samui to Phuket ferries
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ko Samui to Phuket 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 Phuket, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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