How to reach Koh Samui, Flights, Buses and Taxi to Koh Samui

How to Reach Koh Samui

Koh Samui is an island so the only way to reach is by boat or flight.

How to Reach Koh Samui from India

Major cities in India are connected to Koh Samui although the flights are very expensive. It is a better option to go to Bangkok and then take a bus to SuratThani and a ferry from there to Koh Samui. If budget is not a constraint you can consider one of many flights flying to and from Kho Samui connecting to different Indian cities.

Most frequently searched routes to Koh Samui

Route Name	Distance	Time	More Information
Bangkok to Koh Samui	763.1 km	11 hr 42 min	View Details
Phuket to Koh Samui	344.6 km	6 hr 32 min	View Details
Krabi to Koh Samui	263.2 km	4 hr 44 min	View Details
Surat Thani to Koh Samui	120 Kms	3 Hours 20 Mins	View Details
Chiang-mai to Koh Samui	1,454.7 km		View Details
Pattaya to Koh Samui	888.6 km	13 hr 33 min	View Details
Phi-phi-islands to Koh Samui	239 km	5-10 hrs	View Details
Surat-thani to Koh Samui	120 km	3 hours 15 mins	View Details

How to reach Koh Samui by flight

Koh Samui has the Samui International Airport with direct flights from Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Pattaya, Phuket, Singapore, and Kuala Lumpur.

How to reach Koh Samui by Waterways

Ferries to Kho Samui generally operate from Surat Thani or Donsak Pier where multiple service providers are there. Depending on your budget choose a ferry service provider at your leisure. Ferries usually leave and arrive on time and the ferries take around 2-3 hours one way. Donsak Pier is closer to Koh Samui and cheaper and the ferries take around 1.5 hours one way.

Local transport in Koh Samui

Koh Samui doesn't have a very well-developed public transportation system, so motorbikes and cars on rent are the preferred option for tourists. It costs around TBH 150-200 to rent a motorbike or TBH 600-800 for a jeep per day. You can also get around the island in a yellow and red taxi or songthaews which are open shared taxis. Songthaews are easy to spot, and the prices start from TBH 40. Alternatively, download the NaviGo App which is the equivalent of Ola or Uber in Koh Samui.