Koh Samui to Big Buddha

Q: How do I get from Koh Samui to Big Buddha?

The most popular way to travel from Koh Samui to Big Buddha is by ferry or speedboat. There are 58 routes operated by 10 operators: Call Me Taxi, Glassflower, Lanta Super Concord Tour, Lomprayah, Nara Travel, Phantip 1970, PP service, Raja Ferry, Seatran Discovery, Zest Go. The journey takes approximately 6 hours to 11 hours 30 minutes. Ferries depart from Na Thon Seatran Ferry Pier and Na Thon Pier and Na Thon and Town Transfer and Lomprayah Nathon Pier and Lomprayah Nathon Pier and Na Thon Seatran Ferry Pier and Phantip Travel and Koh Samui and Transfer and Lipa Noi and Chaweng Walking Street and arrive at Kata Karon Transfer and Town Hotel Transfer and Bus Terminal 2 and Bus Terminal 2 and Surin Transfer and Kamala Beach and Patong Hotel Transfer and Bangtao Transfer and Lomprayah and Lomprayah and Karon Beach Hotel Transfer and Patong Kata Karon Transfer and Airport and Patong Hotel Transfer and Lomprayah Office and Kata Beach Hotel Transfer and Airport and Airport and Surin Beach and Bus Terminal 1 and Town Transfer and Bangtao Beach and Kamala Beach Transfer and Naiyang Transfer. Chat & Get Ticket on WhatsApp, LINE, Facebook Messenger, or Telegram.

Q: Which operators run from Koh Samui to Big Buddha?

There are 10 ferry operators running between Koh Samui and Big Buddha: Call Me Taxi, Glassflower, Lanta Super Concord Tour, Lomprayah, Nara Travel, Phantip 1970, PP service, Raja Ferry, Seatran Discovery, Zest Go. Each operator may offer different schedules, vessel types, and service levels — so it's worth comparing before you book. Chat & Get Ticket on WhatsApp, LINE, Facebook Messenger, or Telegram.

Q: How long does it take to travel from Koh Samui to Big Buddha?

The journey from Koh Samui to Big Buddha takes approximately 6 hours to 11 hours 30 minutes, depending on the operator and vessel type. Chat & Get Ticket on WhatsApp, LINE, Facebook Messenger, or Telegram.

Q: How much is a ferry ticket from Koh Samui to Big Buddha?

Ferry tickets from Koh Samui to Big Buddha start from 730 THB and go up to 10120 THB, depending on the operator, vessel type, and availability on your travel date. Chat & Get Ticket on WhatsApp, LINE, Facebook Messenger, or Telegram.

Q: What is the cheapest ferry from Koh Samui to Big Buddha?

The cheapest option from Koh Samui to Big Buddha starts from 730 THB with PP service. Prices can vary by date and availability, so booking early often secures the best rate. Chat & Get Ticket on WhatsApp, LINE, Facebook Messenger, or Telegram.

Q: What are the first and last ferries from Koh Samui to Big Buddha?

The first ferry from Koh Samui to Big Buddha departs at 00:00 and the last departs at 12:00. There are approximately 12 departures available across the schedule. Chat & Get Ticket on WhatsApp, LINE, Facebook Messenger, or Telegram.

Q: Where do ferries to Big Buddha depart from in Koh Samui?

Ferries from Koh Samui to Big Buddha depart from Na Thon Seatran Ferry Pier and Na Thon Pier and Na Thon and Town Transfer and Lomprayah Nathon Pier and Lomprayah Nathon Pier and Na Thon Seatran Ferry Pier and Phantip Travel and Koh Samui and Transfer and Lipa Noi and Chaweng Walking Street and arrive at Kata Karon Transfer and Town Hotel Transfer and Bus Terminal 2 and Bus Terminal 2 and Surin Transfer and Kamala Beach and Patong Hotel Transfer and Bangtao Transfer and Lomprayah and Lomprayah and Karon Beach Hotel Transfer and Patong Kata Karon Transfer and Airport and Patong Hotel Transfer and Lomprayah Office and Kata Beach Hotel Transfer and Airport and Airport and Surin Beach and Bus Terminal 1 and Town Transfer and Bangtao Beach and Kamala Beach Transfer and Naiyang Transfer. We recommend arriving at the pier at least 30–45 minutes before your scheduled departure. Chat & Get Ticket on WhatsApp, LINE, Facebook Messenger, or Telegram.

Q: Which days does the ferry from Koh Samui to Big Buddha run?

Ferries between Koh Samui and Big Buddha run every day with approximately 12 departures per day. Schedules can vary by season, so always confirm before travel. Chat & Get Ticket on WhatsApp, LINE, Facebook Messenger, or Telegram.

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Common questions about travelling from Koh Samui to Big Buddha

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Which operators run from Koh Samui to Big Buddha?

There are 10 ferry operators running between Koh Samui and Big Buddha: Call Me Taxi, Glassflower, Lanta Super Concord Tour, Lomprayah, Nara Travel, Phantip 1970, PP service, Raja Ferry, Seatran Discovery, Zest Go. Each operator may offer different schedules, vessel types, and service levels — so it's worth comparing before you book.

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How do I get from Koh Samui to Big Buddha?

The most popular way to travel from Koh Samui to Big Buddha is by ferry or speedboat. There are 58 routes operated by 10 operators: Call Me Taxi, Glassflower, Lanta Super Concord Tour, Lomprayah, Nara Travel, Phantip 1970, PP service, Raja Ferry, Seatran Discovery, Zest Go. The journey takes approximately 6 hours to 11 hours 30 minutes. Ferries depart from Na Thon Seatran Ferry Pier and Na Thon Pier and Na Thon and Town Transfer and Lomprayah Nathon Pier and Lomprayah Nathon Pier and Na Thon Seatran Ferry Pier and Phantip Travel and Koh Samui and Transfer and Lipa Noi and Chaweng Walking Street and arrive at Kata Karon Transfer and Town Hotel Transfer and Bus Terminal 2 and Bus Terminal 2 and Surin Transfer and Kamala Beach and Patong Hotel Transfer and Bangtao Transfer and Lomprayah and Lomprayah and Karon Beach Hotel Transfer and Patong Kata Karon Transfer and Airport and Patong Hotel Transfer and Lomprayah Office and Kata Beach Hotel Transfer and Airport and Airport and Surin Beach and Bus Terminal 1 and Town Transfer and Bangtao Beach and Kamala Beach Transfer and Naiyang Transfer.

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Where do ferries to Big Buddha depart from in Koh Samui?

Ferries from Koh Samui to Big Buddha depart from Na Thon Seatran Ferry Pier and Na Thon Pier and Na Thon and Town Transfer and Lomprayah Nathon Pier and Lomprayah Nathon Pier and Na Thon Seatran Ferry Pier and Phantip Travel and Koh Samui and Transfer and Lipa Noi and Chaweng Walking Street and arrive at Kata Karon Transfer and Town Hotel Transfer and Bus Terminal 2 and Bus Terminal 2 and Surin Transfer and Kamala Beach and Patong Hotel Transfer and Bangtao Transfer and Lomprayah and Lomprayah and Karon Beach Hotel Transfer and Patong Kata Karon Transfer and Airport and Patong Hotel Transfer and Lomprayah Office and Kata Beach Hotel Transfer and Airport and Airport and Surin Beach and Bus Terminal 1 and Town Transfer and Bangtao Beach and Kamala Beach Transfer and Naiyang Transfer. We recommend arriving at the pier at least 30–45 minutes before your scheduled departure.

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Facts about the ferry from Koh Samui to Big Buddha

Cheapest Ferry: 730 THB
Fastest Ferry: 6h
Earliest Ferry: 12:00 AM
Latest Ferry: 12:00 PM
Daily Ferry Routes: 79
Distance: 261 kilometers
Ferry Companies: Call Me Taxi, Glassflower, Lanta Super Concord Tour, Lomprayah, Nara Travel, Phantip 1970, PP service, Raja Ferry, Seatran Discovery, Zest Go

Cheapest ferry from Koh Samui to Big Buddha

The cheapest ferry from Koh Samui to Big Buddha costs around 730 THB, with PP service offering the lowest fare.

Fastest ferry from Koh Samui to Big Buddha

Ferry crossings from Koh Samui to Big Buddha take between 6h and 11h 30m, depending on the operator and vessel.

Earliest ferry from Koh Samui to Big Buddha

The first ferry from Koh Samui to Big Buddha departs at 12:00 AM.

Latest ferry from Koh Samui to Big Buddha

The last ferry from Koh Samui to Big Buddha departs at 12:00 PM.

Daily ferries from Koh Samui to Big Buddha

There are 79 daily ferry departures from Koh Samui to Big Buddha, operated by 10 companies across 58 routes.

Distance from Koh Samui to Big Buddha

The distance between Koh Samui and Big Buddha is approximately 261 kilometers by sea.

Ferry companies from Koh Samui to Big Buddha

Ferry companies serving the route from Koh Samui to Big Buddha include Call Me Taxi, Glassflower, Lanta Super Concord Tour, Lomprayah, Nara Travel, Phantip 1970, PP service, Raja Ferry, Seatran Discovery, Zest Go.