Best Option for Most Travellers
Raja car ferry for budget travel or if bringing a vehicle. Catamaran if connecting to onward trains or buses.
All Transport Options
| Method | Duration | Cost | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raja Ferry (Car Ferry) | 2.5–3 hours | ฿150–200 | Hourly throughout the day |
| Seatran/Lomprayah Catamaran | 1.5 hours | ฿300–450 | Several daily |
| Flight (Bangkok Airways) | 30 minutes | ฿1,500–4,000 | Several daily |
Raja Ferry (Car Ferry)
฿150–200Large car ferry from Don Sak Pier on Samui's south coast to Don Sak Pier in Surat Thani province. Cheapest option. Can bring a motorbike or car.
Seatran/Lomprayah Catamaran
฿300–450Fast catamaran to Surat Thani Town or Donsak. Connects with buses or trains onward. Book as combined ferry + bus or ferry + train ticket.
Flight (Bangkok Airways)
฿1,500–4,000Samui Airport is privately operated by Bangkok Airways; fares are relatively high. Only useful if connecting to a long-distance flight from Surat Thani Airport.
Tips & Things to Know
- 1
If connecting to an overnight train from Surat Thani, book a combined ferry + train ticket — operators coordinate departure times to ensure you make the connection.
- 2
Surat Thani is mainly a transit hub — unless stopping there, head straight to the train station or onward bus.
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