The cheapest and fastest ferries from Koh Samui to Koh Tao (Island)
Cheapest price
€15
Average price
€15
Fastest journey
3 h 45 m
Average duration
3 h 45 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
67 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Koh Samui to Koh Tao (Island) is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Koh Samui to Koh Tao (Island) will cost around €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
Of the 1 ferries that leave Koh Samui for Koh Tao (Island) on Tue, Mar 10, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Mar 10 the direct ferries cover the 67 km distance in an average of 3 h 45 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 3 h 45 m .
On Tue, Mar 10 the slowest ferries will take 3 h 45 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.
Songserm
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Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Koh Samui to Koh Tao (Island) among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €10, and a bus costs an average of €23.
Distance: 36 nautical miles (67 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Bus |
|---|---|
€16 Average price Cheapest | €24 Average price |
3h 17m Average total duration 2h 17m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Koh Samui to Koh Tao (Island) Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Songserm | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:15PM | Duration 3h45 | Sailing Days Tue, Wed |
Live departures
Koh Samui to Koh Tao (Island) ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Koh Samui to Koh Tao (Island) ferries for tomorrow, Tuesday, March 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated ferry journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Songserm | 3:30 AM Koh Samui (Nathon Pier) | 3h45 | 7:15 AM Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Why book with Omio vs Lomprayah High Speed Ferries?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Lomprayah High Speed Ferries, but also compare tickets for the likes of DF_478, Songserm, Boonsiri Ferry or Lomprayah to find the best option for your trip from Koh Samui to Koh Tao (Island).
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- Official reseller: Lomprayah High Speed Ferries tickets can only be bought on Omio or Lomprayah High Speed Ferries's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Lomprayah High Speed Ferries tickets. Ferryhopper do not sell Lomprayah High Speed Ferries tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including ferry and bus to find the ideal travel option from Koh Samui to Koh Tao (Island).
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Koh Samui to Koh Tao (Island)
Ferries from Koh Samui to Koh Tao (Island) run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 17m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 8 ferries per day. The earliest ferry runs at 07:05, the last at 16:30. The fastest ferry covers the 36 nautical miles (67 km) distance in 1h 30m. There are 51 sailings per week.






Distance 36 nautical miles (67 km) |
Average sailing duration 2h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Ferries per day 8 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 51 |
Fastest ferry 1h 30m |
First ferry 07:05 |
Last ferry 16:30 |
Ferry operators: Lomprayah High Speed Ferries, DF_478, Songserm, Boonsiri Ferry, Lomprayah from Koh Samui to Koh Tao (Island)You can travel by ferry between Koh Samui to Koh Tao (Island) with Lomprayah High Speed Ferries, DF_478, Songserm, Boonsiri Ferry, Lomprayah for as low as €10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey.
Lomprayah High Speed Ferries
DF_478
Songserm
Boonsiri Ferry
Lomprayah
FAQs: Ferry from Koh Samui to Koh Tao (Island)
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Koh Samui to Koh Tao (Island) 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 Koh Tao (Island), this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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