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The cheapest and fastest ferries from Ko Samui to Surat Thani

Showing times and prices for 21 Dec

Cheapest price

$20

Average price

$21

Fastest journey

2 h 30 m

Average duration

3 h 15 m

Ferries per day

2

Distance

79 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Ko 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 Ko Samui to Surat Thani will cost around $21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap ferry tickets today for only $20.

Fast ferries

Of the 2 ferries that leave Ko 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.

On Sun, 21 Dec the direct ferries cover the 79 km distance in an average of 3 h 15 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.

Seatran Ferry
06:004h00
Ko Samui
10:00Surat Thani
$201One-way
0 changes
Lomprayah High Speed Ferries
01:302h30
Ko Samui
04:00Surat Thani
$221One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare ferry and coach for Ko Samui to Surat Thani

Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Ko Samui to Surat Thani among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a ferry which can get you there in 3h 8m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $12, and a ferry costs an average of $20.

Distance: 42 nautical miles (79 km)

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Ferry
Coach

$21

Average Price

$12

Average Price

Cheapest

4h 8m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 8m

Onboard

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1h 0m

Additional time*

4h 0m

Average total duration

3h 30m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

Direct Options

Direct Options

Ko Samui to Surat Thani Ferry Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationSailing Days
Operator
Raja Ferry
Departure Time
10:00
Arrival Time
13:30
Duration
3h30
Sailing Days
Wed
Operator
Raja Ferry
Departure Time
12:00
Arrival Time
16:30
Duration
4h30
Sailing Days
Wed
Operator
Raja Ferry
Departure Time
11:00
Arrival Time
15:00
Duration
4h00
Sailing Days
Wed
Operator
Lomprayah High Speed Ferries
Departure Time
08:30
Arrival Time
11:00
Duration
2h30
Sailing Days
Mon, Wed, Sat
Operator
DF_478
Departure Time
08:30
Arrival Time
10:00
Duration
1h30
Sailing Days
Mon
Operator
Lomprayah High Speed Ferries
Departure Time
11:45
Arrival Time
14:00
Duration
2h15
Sailing Days
Mon, Wed, Sat
Operator
Raja Ferry
Departure Time
17:00
Arrival Time
21:00
Duration
4h00
Sailing Days
Wed
Operator
Raja Ferry
Departure Time
14:00
Arrival Time
18:00
Duration
4h00
Sailing Days
Wed
Operator
Raja Ferry
Departure Time
15:00
Arrival Time
21:30
Duration
6h30
Sailing Days
Wed
Operator
Raja Ferry
Departure Time
05:00
Arrival Time
09:00
Duration
4h00
Sailing Days
Wed
Operator
Raja Ferry
Departure Time
09:00
Arrival Time
12:00
Duration
3h00
Sailing Days
Wed
Operator
Raja Ferry
Departure Time
07:30
Arrival Time
10:45
Duration
3h15
Sailing Days
Wed
Operator
Raja Ferry
Departure Time
07:00
Arrival Time
10:30
Duration
3h30
Sailing Days
Wed

Live departures

Ko Samui to Surat Thani ferry times

The table below shows live departures for Ko Samui to Surat Thani ferries for tomorrow, Sunday, 21 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.

Last updated at 2:19 pm
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
DF_2871:30 am Ko Samui
2h30
4:00 am Surat Thani0 changesdirect
DF_4136:00 am Ko Samui
4h00
10:00 am Surat Thani0 changesdirect

This is the last ferry of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Ferry from Ko Samui to Surat Thani

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Ferries from Ko Samui to Surat Thani run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at $20 but you can travel from only $12 by coach.

There are 10 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 05:00, the last at 19:00. The fastest ferry covers the 42 nautical miles (79 km) distance in 2h 30m. There are 51 sailings per week.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from $12
Official Omio partners on this route
Seatran Ferry
Lomprayah High Speed Ferries
Distance
42 nautical miles (79 km)
Average sailing duration
3h 8m
Cheapest ticket price
$20
Ferries per day
10
Direct ferries
Available
Average weekly sailings
51
Fastest ferry
2h 30m
First ferry
05:00
Last ferry
19:00
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from $12

Ferry operators: Seatran Ferry, Lomprayah High Speed Ferries from Ko Samui to Surat ThaniYou can travel by ferry between Ko Samui to Surat Thani with Seatran Ferry, Lomprayah High Speed Ferries for as low as $12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.

Lomprayah High Speed Ferries

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 30m
Cheapest Price
$21
Lomprayah High Speed Ferries frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
Each passenger is allowed to carry one large luggage item weighing up to 20 kilograms at no additional cost.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage exceeding 20 kilograms incurs a charge of 200 THB per item.
Luggage storage
Luggage storage is available on board for passenger convenience.
Cancellation Policy
Changes to bookings can be made up to two times without a fee; cancellations are not permitted, and the fare is non-refundable.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors are allowed to travel with parental consent and must adhere to safety guidelines.
Amenities on board the ferry
Food sold onboard
Light snacks and beverages are available for purchase during the journey.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Lomprayah High Speed Ferries provides accessible services for passengers with mobility needs.
Bikes
Foldable bicycles are allowed on board with a fee of 500 THB per bike; non-foldable bikes are not permitted.
Pets
Pets are permitted on board with a fee of 200 THB per pet; passengers must ensure pets are leashed and muzzled during the journey.
Entertaiment on board
Quiet zone

Seatran Ferry

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 0m
Cheapest Price
$20
Seatran Ferry frequency
13 a day

FAQs: Ko Samui to Surat Thani ferries

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ko 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.

FAQs
Cheap ferry tickets from Ko Samui to Surat Thani can start from as little as $24 when you book in advance. The average ferry ticket price for Ko Samui to Surat Thani is $26; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by ferry from Ko Samui to Surat Thani is 2 h 30 min   to travel the 79 km long journey, with around there are 10 ferries per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first ferry from Ko Samui to Surat Thani leaves at 5: 00am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last ferry from Ko Samui to Surat Thani leaves at 7: 00pm.
Yes, there are 10 direct ferries a day from Ko Samui to Surat Thani with Seatran Ferry or Lomprayah High Speed Ferries. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct ferries.
No, there are no cabins on ferries from Ko Samui to Surat Thani.
No, there are no vehicle options on ferries from Ko Samui to Surat Thani.
No, there are no foot passengers allowed on ferries from Ko Samui to Surat Thani as it is a vehicle-only route.
Take the Ko Samui to Surat Thani ferry with Seatran Ferry or Lomprayah High Speed Ferries. However, it's always good to check out all possible ferry operators for the trip between Ko Samui and Surat Thani as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A trip to Surat Thani from Ko Samui is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 30 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Ko Samui to Surat Thani by ferry is November.
You have options as you can travel between Ko Samui and Surat Thani 2 different ways: ferry or coach.

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