The cheapest and fastest ferries from Koh Tao (Island) to Koh Samui
Cheapest price
€15
Average price
€15
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 30 m
Ferries per day
1
Distance
67 km
The best way to find a cheap ferry ticket from Koh Tao (Island) to Koh Samui is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Koh Tao (Island) to Koh Samui 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 Tao (Island) for Koh Samui 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 2 h 30 m but if you time it right, some ferries will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Tue, Mar 10 the slowest ferries will take 2 h 30 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.


Travel Information
Compare ferry and bus for Koh Tao (Island) to Koh Samui
Omio recommends booking the ferry as it is the most popular option from Koh Tao (Island) to Koh Samui among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the ferry with prices starting from €15. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a ferry costs an average of €15, and a bus costs an average of €22.
Distance: 36 nautical miles (67 km)
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Most popular Ferry | Bus |
|---|---|
€16 Average price Cheapest | €23 Average price |
2h 59m Average total duration 1h 59m Onboard + 1h 0m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Koh Tao (Island) to Koh Samui Ferry Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Sailing Days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Songserm | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Sailing Days Mon, Wed, Fri |
Live departures
Koh Tao (Island) to Koh Samui ferry times
The table below shows live departures for Koh Tao (Island) to Koh Samui 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:30 AM Koh Tao (Island) | 2h30 | 12:00 PM Koh Samui | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last ferry of the day. | |||||
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Why should you book Koh Tao (Island) to Koh Samui ferries with Omio?
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 Songserm, DF_478, Boonsiri Ferry or Lomprayah to find the best option for your trip from Koh Tao (Island) to Koh Samui.
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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 Tao (Island) to Koh Samui.
Journey information
Overview: Ferry from Koh Tao (Island) to Koh Samui
Ferries from Koh Tao (Island) to Koh Samui run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap ferry tickets for this journey start at €15 if you book in advance.
There are 5 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 26 sailings per week.





Distance 36 nautical miles (67 km) |
Average sailing duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Ferries per day 5 |
Direct ferries Available |
Average weekly sailings 26 |
Fastest ferry 1h 30m |
First ferry 07:05 |
Last ferry 16:30 |
Ferry operators: Lomprayah High Speed Ferries, Songserm, DF_478, Boonsiri Ferry, Lomprayah from Koh Tao (Island) to Koh SamuiYou can travel by ferry between Koh Tao (Island) to Koh Samui with Lomprayah High Speed Ferries, Songserm, DF_478, Boonsiri Ferry, Lomprayah for as low as €15. 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 Tao (Island) to Koh Samui
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Koh Tao (Island) to Koh Samui 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 Samui, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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