Ferries from
Koh Samui Island to Koh Tao Island
Ferries from
Koh Samui Island to Koh Tao Island
Ferries from Koh Samui Island to Koh Tao Island are available with 2 operators. There are 4 ferry routes. Ferries from Koh Samui (Mae Nam Pier) to Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) and Koh Samui (Bangrak Pier) to Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) are popular ferry trips from Koh Samui Island to Koh Tao Island. Sailing frequency can change throughout the year and often sailings increase during peak season.
Ferries from Koh Samui Island to Koh Tao Island sail approximately 26 times per week with Lomprayah High Speed Ferries & Lomlahkkhirin.
The ferry crossing from Koh Samui Island to Koh Tao Island takes between 1 hour 30 minutes and 2 hours 30 minutes, depending on the route, operator and ship.
The fastest ferry from Koh Samui Island to Koh Tao Island takes 1 hour 30 minutes on the Koh Samui (Mae Nam Pier) to Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) ferry with Lomprayah High Speed Ferries.
No, you currently cannot take your car on the ferry from Koh Samui Island to Koh Tao Island.
The distance between Koh Samui Island and Koh Tao Island is approximately 12 miles, 20km or 11 nautical miles.
Koh Samui Island to Koh Tao Island ferry prices can vary by route, operator, season, vehicle type and whether you are sailing on a high-speed or conventional ferry.
The Koh Samui (Mae Nam Pier) to Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) ferry sails approximately 24 times per week, with a crossing time of 1 hour 30 minutes.
Koh Samui (Bangrak Pier) to Koh Tao (Mae Haad Pier) ferry ferries sail approximately 35 times per week, with a sailing time of 2 hours.
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Koh Samui, Thailand's second-largest island, offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and modern amenities. The island is known for its palm-fringed beaches, crystal-clear waters, and lush mountainous rainforest. Visitors can explore the iconic 12-metre tall Big Buddha statue at Wat Phra Yai or visit the stunning Na Muang waterfalls. Chaweng Beach attracts tourists with its vibrant nightlife and shopping, while Lamai Beach offers a more relaxed atmosphere. Every April, the island celebrates Songkran (Thai New Year) with water fights and traditional ceremonies, and in October, hosts the colourful Loy Krathong festival. Koh Samui is mainly accessible by ferry from the mainland port of Donsak. Once on the island, travellers can easily take boats to nearby destinations like Koh Phangan, famous for its Full Moon Parties, or Koh Tao, known for its excellent diving spots. The island serves as a great base for exploring Thailand's beautiful Gulf islands.
Koh Tao, a small island in the Gulf of Thailand, is renowned worldwide as a diving paradise. With crystal-clear waters and vibrant coral reefs, it's one of the most popular places to get PADI certified. Beyond diving, the island offers stunning beaches like Sairee Beach and Tanote Bay, perfect for relaxation and snorkelling. Visitors can hike to picturesque viewpoints such as John-Suwan or explore the unique granite boulders at Laem Thian. The island hosts the annual Koh Tao Festival in June, celebrating local culture with music, food and environmental awareness activities. Accessible by ferry from the mainland, Koh Tao also serves as a convenient jumping-off point for island-hopping to nearby Koh Phangan and Koh Samui, with regular ferry connections available year-round.
