The cheapest and fastest ferries from Ko Samui to Surat Thani
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
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.
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.




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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Most popular Ferry | Coach |
|---|---|
$21 Average Price | $12 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Ko Samui to Surat Thani Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing 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.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:30 am Ko Samui | 2h30 | 4:00 am Surat Thani | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:00 am Ko Samui | 4h00 | 10:00 am Surat Thani | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Ko Samui to Surat Thani
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.


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 |
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
Seatran Ferry
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.

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