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Bangkok to/from Samui, Koh Phangan and Koh Tao
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Bangkok Information
It is now so easy to travel via Bus/Ferry package from Bangkok to Koh Samui, Koh Phangan and Koh Tao with us at FerrySamui.com. The trip involves a bus transfer from Bangkok to one of the piers in either Surat Thani (Samui or Koh Phangan) or Chumphon (for Koh Tao) where you will then be guided to your ferry by the ferry company staff. Each bus is going to be safe and comfortable with air conditioning and probably nice Thai music overhead! Seats are fairly large and reclinable (though not in every bus). Simply sit back, relax with a snack or two and enjoy the scenery because it will be an enjoyable ride.
Once you have boarded the ferry, you have choices of seating - up on deck in the fresh air and sun or down below in a comfortable inside chair where you can look out of the window to see amazing seascapes complete with all the rock structures jutting out of the Gulf of Thailand sea.
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Departures from Bangkok
The first 8 of 31 departures leaving Bangkok today — pick one to choose your date and book.
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Arrivals in Bangkok
The first 8 of 25 services arriving in Bangkok today — pick one to choose your date and book.
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Bangkok Information
Bangkok: Thailand's capital and gateway to the islands
The big city of Bangkok is a world favorite tourist destination that's been voted "World's Best City" for three years running by Travel & Leisure Magazine. Bangkok is cited as the world's third most visited city after London and New York, and its third in terms of international tourist spending. Those right there are some statistics!
There's loads to see and do in Bangkok, and the culture is so unique that the city long lives in the memory. From the grand royal palaces and golden temples, to the busy morning floating markets, to the elegant Chao Phrayah river cruises, there is just so much that is different to "life back home" for many folks. Yes, Bangkok is truly worth a visit - again and again!
For most travellers, Bangkok is also the starting point of a longer trip. It is where international flights land, where the rail and road networks meet, and where onward journeys to Thailand's islands begin. We currently list 37 routes bookable routes connecting Bangkok with island destinations on both the Gulf coast and the eastern seaboard.
Popular routes from Bangkok
Bangkok connects to six island destinations through our booking system, split between two very different parts of the country:
- Eastern seaboard (Trat province): Bangkok to Koh Chang, Bangkok to Koh Kood and Bangkok to Koh Mak.
- Gulf of Thailand (Chumphon and Surat Thani): Bangkok to Koh Samui, Bangkok to Koh Phangan and Bangkok to Koh Tao.
Each of these journeys combines a land leg out of the city with a sea crossing. Live departure times, journey durations and fares — including the current ฿850 — are shown on each route page once you enter your travel date.
Heading east to Koh Chang, Koh Kood and Koh Mak
The islands of the Koh Chang archipelago sit closest to Bangkok. Travel is via Trat province, where piers serve the three islands. Koh Chang is the largest and busiest of the three, Koh Mak is quieter and flatter, and Koh Kood lies furthest out with the most undeveloped feel. If you are choosing between them, the Koh Chang travel guide and Koh Kood travel guide set out what each island offers.
Heading south to Koh Samui, Koh Phangan and Koh Tao
The Gulf islands lie much further south. These journeys are longer and typically involve an overnight or early-morning start, with the sea crossing made from a Gulf coast pier. Koh Samui is the largest and best connected, Koh Phangan is known for its beaches and Full Moon events, and Koh Tao is a diving hub. Compare them on the Koh Samui page, Koh Phangan page and Koh Tao page.
Operators serving Bangkok
Routes from Bangkok are run by established Thai transport companies, including Boonsiri High Speed Ferries, Lomprayah High Speed Ferries Co., Ltd. and Seudamgo. Several sell combined tickets that cover both the land transfer and the ferry crossing on a single booking, so you do not need to arrange each leg separately.
Available operators vary by route and by date. The search results page shows several operators and every other company running on your chosen day, alongside the times and prices in force at the moment you search.
Departure points and transport connections
Bangkok is a large city, and pick-up points are spread across it rather than concentrated in one terminal. Departure locations commonly include city-centre offices, the Khao San Road area, major bus terminals and hotel pick-up points. The exact meeting point is confirmed on your ticket after booking, so check it carefully — journeys from Bangkok often leave very early, and getting to the wrong side of the city at 5am is a trip-ruining mistake.
The city's Skytrain (BTS), underground (MRT) and Airport Rail Link make it straightforward to reach most departure points, and both Suvarnabhumi and Don Mueang airports are linked to the centre by rail, bus and taxi. Bangkok's traffic is heavy at almost any hour, so allow more time than a map suggests.
Practical travel information
- Book ahead in high season. December to March and the July–August period are busiest, and popular services can sell out days in advance.
- Travel light where you can. Luggage moves between vehicles and boats on combined tickets, and allowances differ by operator.
- Build in a buffer. If you have an onward flight or an island connection, avoid tight same-day timings.
- Check the season. Sea conditions on both coasts vary through the year, and schedules can be adjusted at short notice by the operator.
What to see and do in Bangkok
If you have a day or two before heading to the coast, the Grand Palace and Wat Phra Kaew, Wat Pho and Wat Arun are the classic temple circuit and sit close together on or near the river. The Chao Phraya express boats double as sightseeing and transport, the weekend Chatuchak market covers thousands of stalls, and the street food scene in Chinatown and Bang Rak is reason enough on its own to build in an extra night.
Book your journey from Bangkok
Enter your date and destination to see live times, fares and seat availability across all 37 routes routes from Bangkok. Search availability to compare operators and book your ticket.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the tourist seasons ?
Phuket
Phuket really just has two seasons, which are known as "high season" and "low season" (or "green season"). During the low season months (May–September), boat numbers are reduced. During the high season (October–April), boats to the surrounding islands are increased so you will have some more options.
Koh Samui
There are three distinct weather seasons on the tropical island of Koh Samui: the dry season (December until February), the hot season (March until August) and the rainy season (September until November).
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