Koh Samui to Koh Tao Tickets, Schedules & Prices

Q: How do I get from Koh Samui to Koh Tao?

The most popular way to travel from Koh Samui to Koh Tao is by ferry or speedboat. There are 33 routes operated by 8 operators: Boonsiri Sealine, Echo Travel, Lomlahk, Lomlahkkhirin, Lomprayah, Phantip 1970, Seatran Discovery, Songserm. The journey takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes to 6 hours 15 minutes. Ferries depart from Na Thon Songserm and Boonsiri Ferry and Petcherat Marina Bangrak and Lomprayah Bangrak Pier and Bangrak Seatran Pier and Samui Airport and Bangrak pier - (near Big Buddah) and Town Transfer and Maenam Pier and Hotel Transfer Shuttle Service Exclude Mountain Hotel and Nathon Pier and Maenam Samui and Samui Airport and Koh Samui and Maenam/Pralarn Pier and Transfer and Lomprayah Nathon Pier and arrive at Songserm and Boonsiri Pier and Mae Haad and Mae Haad Pier - Lomprayah and Boonsiri Pier and Mae Haad Pier - Songserm and Food Ville and Boonsiri Sealine Ferry Pier. Chat with our Virtual Ticket Assistant on WhatsApp or Instagram DM for real-time availability and instant booking — we're online 24/7.

Q: Which operators run from Koh Samui to Koh Tao?

There are 8 ferry operators running between Koh Samui and Koh Tao: Boonsiri Sealine, Echo Travel, Lomlahk, Lomlahkkhirin, Lomprayah, Phantip 1970, Seatran Discovery, Songserm. Each operator may offer different schedules, vessel types, and service levels — so it's worth comparing before you book. Chat with our Virtual Ticket Assistant on WhatsApp or Instagram DM for real-time availability and instant booking — we're online 24/7.

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

The journey from Koh Samui to Koh Tao takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes to 6 hours 15 minutes, depending on the operator and vessel type. Chat with our Virtual Ticket Assistant on WhatsApp or Instagram DM for real-time availability and instant booking — we're online 24/7.

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

Ferry tickets from Koh Samui to Koh Tao start from 325 THB and go up to 870 THB, depending on the operator, vessel type, and availability on your travel date. Chat with our Virtual Ticket Assistant on WhatsApp or Instagram DM for real-time availability and instant booking — we're online 24/7.

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

The cheapest option from Koh Samui to Koh Tao starts from 325 THB with Lomlahkkhirin. Prices can vary by date and availability, so booking early often secures the best rate. Chat with our Virtual Ticket Assistant on WhatsApp or Instagram DM for real-time availability and instant booking — we're online 24/7.

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

The first ferry from Koh Samui to Koh Tao departs at 06:30 and the last departs at 16:00. There are approximately 21 departures available across the schedule. Chat with our Virtual Ticket Assistant on WhatsApp or Instagram DM for real-time availability and instant booking — we're online 24/7.

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

Ferries from Koh Samui to Koh Tao depart from Na Thon Songserm and Boonsiri Ferry and Petcherat Marina Bangrak and Lomprayah Bangrak Pier and Bangrak Seatran Pier and Samui Airport and Bangrak pier - (near Big Buddah) and Town Transfer and Maenam Pier and Hotel Transfer Shuttle Service Exclude Mountain Hotel and Nathon Pier and Maenam Samui and Samui Airport and Koh Samui and Maenam/Pralarn Pier and Transfer and Lomprayah Nathon Pier and arrive at Songserm and Boonsiri Pier and Mae Haad and Mae Haad Pier - Lomprayah and Boonsiri Pier and Mae Haad Pier - Songserm and Food Ville and Boonsiri Sealine Ferry Pier. We recommend arriving at the pier at least 30–45 minutes before your scheduled departure. Chat with our Virtual Ticket Assistant on WhatsApp or Instagram DM for real-time availability and instant booking — we're online 24/7.

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

Ferries between Koh Samui and Koh Tao run every day with approximately 21 departures per day. Schedules can vary by season, so always confirm before travel. Chat with our Virtual Ticket Assistant on WhatsApp or Instagram DM for real-time availability and instant booking — we're online 24/7.

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Which operators run from Koh Samui to Koh Tao?

There are 8 ferry operators running between Koh Samui and Koh Tao: Boonsiri Sealine, Echo Travel, Lomlahk, Lomlahkkhirin, Lomprayah, Phantip 1970, Seatran Discovery, Songserm. Each operator may offer different schedules, vessel types, and service levels — so it's worth comparing before you book.

Chat with our Virtual Ticket Assistant on WhatsApp or Instagram DM for real-time availability and instant booking — we're online 24/7.

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How do I get from Koh Samui to Koh Tao?

The most popular way to travel from Koh Samui to Koh Tao is by ferry or speedboat. There are 33 routes operated by 8 operators: Boonsiri Sealine, Echo Travel, Lomlahk, Lomlahkkhirin, Lomprayah, Phantip 1970, Seatran Discovery, Songserm. The journey takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes to 6 hours 15 minutes. Ferries depart from Na Thon Songserm and Boonsiri Ferry and Petcherat Marina Bangrak and Lomprayah Bangrak Pier and Bangrak Seatran Pier and Samui Airport and Bangrak pier - (near Big Buddah) and Town Transfer and Maenam Pier and Hotel Transfer Shuttle Service Exclude Mountain Hotel and Nathon Pier and Maenam Samui and Samui Airport and Koh Samui and Maenam/Pralarn Pier and Transfer and Lomprayah Nathon Pier and arrive at Songserm and Boonsiri Pier and Mae Haad and Mae Haad Pier - Lomprayah and Boonsiri Pier and Mae Haad Pier - Songserm and Food Ville and Boonsiri Sealine Ferry Pier.

Chat with our Virtual Ticket Assistant on WhatsApp or Instagram DM for real-time availability and instant booking — we're online 24/7.

Where do ferries to Koh Tao depart from in Koh Samui?

Ferries from Koh Samui to Koh Tao depart from Na Thon Songserm and Boonsiri Ferry and Petcherat Marina Bangrak and Lomprayah Bangrak Pier and Bangrak Seatran Pier and Samui Airport and Bangrak pier - (near Big Buddah) and Town Transfer and Maenam Pier and Hotel Transfer Shuttle Service Exclude Mountain Hotel and Nathon Pier and Maenam Samui and Samui Airport and Koh Samui and Maenam/Pralarn Pier and Transfer and Lomprayah Nathon Pier and arrive at Songserm and Boonsiri Pier and Mae Haad and Mae Haad Pier - Lomprayah and Boonsiri Pier and Mae Haad Pier - Songserm and Food Ville and Boonsiri Sealine Ferry Pier. We recommend arriving at the pier at least 30–45 minutes before your scheduled departure.

Chat with our Virtual Ticket Assistant on WhatsApp or Instagram DM for real-time availability and instant booking — we're online 24/7.