Located in the Gulf of Thailand, Koh Phangan and Koh Samui are two of the most famous and popular islands in the country. The ferry service connects the islands in Surat Thani province and lets you travel from Koh Phangan to Koh Samui cheaply. Discover the Koh Phangan to Koh Samui ferry schedule, route, ticket price, and other tips.
When planning a trip by ferry from Koh Phangan to Koh Samui, consider that there are two ferry piers on the island of Koh Phangan. While most of the ferries depart from the island's main town, one ferry company uses another pier. When choosing the ferry, consider not only the schedule but also the ferry pier. It is also important to pay attention to the arrival pier on Koh Samui, as there are 4 piers in different parts of the island.
Koh Phangan Piers for Ferry to Koh Samui
In Koh Phangan, there are 2 piers where you can board a ferry to Koh Samui.
- Thong Sala Pier, the island's busiest pier, is located in Thong Sala, Koh Phangan's main town on the west side of the island (Google Maps). All ferry companies except Haadrin Queen use this pier in Koh Phangan.
- Haad Rin Pier is a small pier on Haad Rin Beach, where the legendary Full Moon Party takes place (Google Maps). Haadrin Queen is the only ferry company using this pier to travel from Koh Phangan to Koh Samui.
In Koh Samui, ferries from Koh Phangan use 4 piers to disembark passengers. You can choose from Nathon Pier in the northwest of the island, Pralarn Pier in the northern Maenam Beach area, and Bangrak Pier or Big Buddha Pier in the northeastern part of Koh Samui.
Koh Phangan to Koh Samui Ferry Companies
Several ferry companies operate on the route from Koh Phangan to Koh Samui. Ferries travel back and forth between Koh Phangan and Koh Samui throughout the day, and with 4 different ferry companies to choose from, you will always find plenty of options.
1. Seatran Ferry
Seatran Ferry is one of the most popular ferry services in Thailand. The company operates high-speed ferries with a good level of comfort, including indoor and outdoor decks, air conditioning, restrooms, plenty of seating, and a shop selling drinks and snacks. If you are seasick, taking the Seatran ferry is a better option than the catamaran. In rough waters, ferries tend to be more stable, so you should consider it when buying tickets. For value for money and for the number of daily ferries, Seatran remains one of the most popular ways to travel from Koh Phangan to Koh Samui.
Seatran Ferry is offering several daily ferries to Koh Samui that depart from Thong Sala Pier and arrive at Koh Samui's Bangrak Pier or Nathon Pier.
You can conveniently book ferry tickets here: Seatran Ferry between Koh Phangan and Koh Samui.
Another place where you can get tickets for the Seatran ferry: Seatran Ferry Ticket to Koh Samui.
2. Lomprayah Ferry
Lomprayah is the first and the only high-speed catamaran operator in Thailand, offering travel between the islands in the Gulf of Thailand. The high-speed catamaran is usually the fastest ferry option that can take you from Koh Phangan to Koh Samui in 30 minutes. Although Lomprayah ferry fares may not be the lowest that you can find, the price is really worth it for the comfortable and reliable journey. This high-speed ferry from Koh Samui to Koh Phangan has comfortable seats both inside and outside. There is a shop where you can buy snacks and drinks. There are also toilets on board and even TVs that play movies.
Lomprayah is offering several daily ferries to Koh Samui that depart from Thong Sala Pier and arrive at Koh Samui's Pralarn Pier or Nathon Pier.
Smaller ferries departing from Thong Sala to Bangrak Pier are operated by the company Lomlahkkhirin, which is part of Lomprayah.
You can book ferry tickets of this company here: Lomprayah Ferry to Koh Samui (you can also add hotel pick-up or drop-off as an add-on).
3. Songserm Ferry
Songserm is another ferry company that offers trips from Koh Phangan to Koh Samui. Their tickets are slightly cheaper than other companies charge. However, the ferries are slightly older and slower, and the facilities on board are not that good. On this route, they also operate speedboats that are slightly more expensive but much faster.
Songserm is offering several daily ferries to Koh Samui that depart from Thong Sala Pier and arrive at Koh Samui's Bangrak Pier or Nathon Pier.
You can book ferry tickets here: Songserm Ferry between Koh Phangan and Koh Samui.
Another place where you can get tickets for this ferry: Songserm Ferry to Koh Samui.
4. Haadrin Queen Ferry
The Haadrin Queen Ferry is the choice for most budget tourists, as it serves backpackers and travelers going to Koh Samui from Haad Rin directly. It's the most affordable option for getting back to Koh Samui after the Full Moon Party. The boat is slow, taking around an hour, but the tickets are cheap, and you board the ferry directly at Haad Rin. You can expect the boat to be too crowded and with insufficient seats on board. The seats on these boats are uncomfortable wooden benches.
The Haadrin Queen Ferry goes regularly from Haad Rin Pier to Big Buddha Pier on Koh Samui.
You can book ferry tickets online here: Haadrin Queen Ferry to Koh Samui.
Ferry Schedule
To plan your trip, explore the timetable of all the main ferry companies operating ferries, catamarans, and speedboats from Koh Phangan to Koh Samui.
| Ferry Koh Phangan - Koh Samui ฿ 250–20,800 30m – 2h 30m | |
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Ferry Tickets
We would recommend booking your ferry tickets for the trip from Koh Phangan to Koh Samui in advance, especially during the high season or after the Full Moon Party. The number of ferries is limited, so it is best to have a booking before arriving at the pier. It will guarantee your place on the desired ferry. You can also buy a combo ticket that includes a taxi or minibus transfer from your hotel in Koh Phangan to the ferry pier. It can save you time and effort as you receive door-to-door service.
Explore different transportation options for the trip from Koh Phangan to Koh Samui, and book tickets by using this search form.
Speedboat from Koh Phangan to Koh Samui
Another alternative to travel between Koh Phangan and Koh Samui is by speedboat. Speedboats are fast and flexible, so they are especially recommended when your arrival time doesn’t coincide with the ferry timetables. There are many companies offering private speedboats for a trip between the islands. They can pick you up from all over Koh Phangan and drop you exactly where you want to go on Koh Samui. The speedboat ride between the islands takes only 15 minutes.
There are also a number of scheduled speedboat departures throughout the day. You can book speedboat tickets online here: Speedboats between Koh Phangan and Koh Samui.