Koh Samui – Koh Tao

Ferry to Koh Tao Island

Koh Samui – Koh Tao

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Ferry from Koh Samui to Koh Tao

Lomlahkkhirin provides the ferry from Koh Samui to Koh Tao. Koh Samui Koh Tao ferries cost between £17 and £67, depending on ticket details. Prices exclude any service fees. Ferry timetables change seasonally, use our Deal Finder to get live pricing and availability for Koh Samui Koh Tao ferries.

Koh Samui Koh Tao Ferry Times

The first Koh Samui Koh Tao ferry typically departs from Koh Samui at around 11:30. The last ferry usually departs at 15:30.

How long is the ferry from Koh Samui to Koh Tao?

The Koh Samui Koh Tao ferry trip can take around 2 hours 37 minutes. The fastest sailings are approximately 2 hours 30 minutes with Lomlahkkhirin. Sailing times can vary between ferry operators and can be impacted by weather conditions.

Koh Samui Koh Tao Ferry Operator Schedules

There are 14 weekly sailings from Koh Samui to Koh Tao provided by Lomlahkkhirin. Timetables can change from season to season.

Koh Samui Koh Tao Ferry Prices

Koh Samui Koh Tao ferry prices typically range between £17* and £67*. The average price is typically £34*. The cheapest Koh Samui Koh Tao ferry prices start from £17*. The average price for a foot passenger is £34*.

Pricing will vary depending on number of passengers, vehicle type, route and sailing times. Pricing is taken from searches over last 30 days and exclusive of service fees, last updated April 25.

How far is it from Koh Samui to Koh Tao?

The distance between Koh Samui to Koh Tao is approximately 17.6 miles (28.3km) or 15 nautical miles.

Can I travel by car on the Koh Samui Koh Tao ferry?

No, ferry operators currently do not allow cars to travel on sailings between Koh Samui and Koh Tao.

Can I travel as a foot passenger from Koh Samui to Koh Tao?

Yes, foot passengers can travel with Lomlahkkhirin ferries between Koh Samui and Koh Tao.

Can I take my pet on the ferry from Koh Samui to Koh Tao?

Pets are currently not allowed on board the ferries from Koh Samui to Koh Tao.

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Koh Samui - Koh Tao Ferry Route summary
Departure DestinationKoh Samui Island
DestinationKoh Tao Island
No. of Operators1
OperatorsLomlahkkhirin
Average Price£34
Average Daily Sailings2
Average Weekly Sailings14
Average Sailing Duration2 h 37 m
Fastest Sailing Duration2 h 30 m
First Ferry11:30
Last Ferry15:30
Distance15 Nautical Miles

* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 1 April 2025.

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Ferry Timetables

Ferry Timetables between 31/03/2025 and 06/04/2025

Operator Departure Time Arrival Time Duration Sailing Days
Lomlahkkhirin 11:30 14:15 2 hours 45 minutes Everyday
Lomlahkkhirin 15:30 18:00 2 hours 30 minutes Everyday

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