What is the cheapest way to get from Ko Samui to Ko Similan?

The cheapest way to get from Ko Samui to Ko Similan is to ferry and bus which costs ฿3900 - ฿4100 and takes 8h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ko Samui to Ko Similan?

The fastest way to get from Ko Samui to Ko Similan is to fly and bus and ferry which takes 7h 31m and costs ฿6000 - ฿11000.

Is there a direct bus between Ko Samui and Ko Similan?

No, there is no direct bus from Ko Samui to Ko Similan. However, there are services departing from Boonsiri Ferry Nathon Pier Koh Samui and arriving at Similan Island via Khao Lak Hotel Transfer. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 15m.

How far is it from Ko Samui to Ko Similan?

The distance between Ko Samui and Ko Similan is 313 km.

How do I travel from Ko Samui to Ko Similan without a car?

The best way to get from Ko Samui to Ko Similan without a car is to ferry and bus which takes 8h 21m and costs ฿3900 - ฿4100.

How long does it take to get from Ko Samui to Ko Similan?

It takes approximately 8h 21m to get from Ko Samui to Ko Similan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ko Samui to Ko Similan bus from?

Ko Samui to Ko Similan bus services, operated by Boonsiri Ferry, depart from Boonsiri Ferry Nathon Pier Koh Samui station.

Where does the Ko Samui to Ko Similan bus arrive?

Ko Samui to Ko Similan bus services, operated by Boonsiri Ferry, arrive at Khao Lak Call Me Taxi Office station.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ko Samui to Ko Similan?

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Ko Samui to Ko Similan - 6 ways to travel via ferry, bus, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Ko Samui to Ko Similan by ferry, bus, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Ferry, bus
best
1. Take the ferry from Boonsiri Ferry Nathon Pier Koh Samui to Khao Sok Hotel Transferferry
2. Take the bus from Khao Sok Transfer to Khao Lak Nang Thong Centerbus
3. Take the ferry from Khao Lak to Ko Similanferry
8h 21m
฿3,950–4,100
Ferry, bus via Don Sak
1. Take the ferry from Na Thon Koh Samui Songserm to Donsak Pierferry
2. Take the bus from Donsak Pier to Khao Sok Transferbus
3. Take the bus from Khao Sok Transfer to Khao Lak Nang Thong Centerbus
4. Take the ferry from Khao Lak to Ko Similanferry
8h 26m
฿4,078–4,499
Fly, bus, ferry
1. Fly from Koh Samui Airport (USM) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)plane USM - HKT
2. Take the bus from Phuket Airport to Khaolak Nang Thong Center Infront of Mcdonald Khao Lakbus
3. Take the ferry from Khao Lak to Ko Similanferry
7h 31m
฿6,058–10,238
Ferry, bus #2
1. Take the ferry from Lomprayah Nathon Pier to Khao Sok van stationferry
2. Take the bus from Khao Sok to Khao Lakbus
3. Take the bus from Khao Lak Hotel Transfer to Similan Islandbus
17h 45m
฿6,620
Bus
1. Take the bus from Boonsiri Ferry Nathon Pier Koh Samui to Khao Lak Call Me Taxi Officebus Boonsiri Ferry Nathon Pier Koh Samui - Khao Lak Call Me Taxi Office
2. Take the bus from Khao Lak Hotel Transfer to Similan Islandbus Khao Lak Hotel Transfer - Similan Island
18h 15m
฿4,280
Bus via Ao Nang
1. Take the bus from Na Thon Koh Samui to Ao Nangbus Na Thon Koh Samui - Ao Nang
2. Take the bus from Ao Nang Hotel Transfer to Similan Islandbus Ao Nang Hotel Transfer - Similan Island
18h 38m
฿7,674

Ko Samui to Ko Similan by bus and foot

7Weekly Services

18h 15mAverage Duration

฿4,280Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Ko Samui to Ko Similan.

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Distance: 312.6 km
Duration: 8h 21m

What companies run services between Ko Samui, Thailand and Ko Similan, Thailand?

You can take a bus from Boonsiri Ferry Nathon Pier Koh Samui to Similan Island via Khao Lak Call Me Taxi Office and Khao Lak Hotel Transfer in around 18h 15m.

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