Koh Phi Phi to Koh Samui by Ferry & Bus: Travel Guide
- Crossing time 5h 45m–8h
- Operators 3
- Departures a day 3
1,110+ THB
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How to get from Koh Phi Phi to Samui Island
Phi Phi to Koh Samui Ferry: Route Overview
There is no single boat that sails directly between the two islands, so a trip from Koh Phi Phi to Samui Island means connecting through the mainland. The standard routing links Koh Phi Phi to Krabi or Phuket on the Andaman side, then transfers overland to Surat Thani for the Gulf of Thailand crossing to Koh Samui. Booked as one connection, total journey time runs to the scheduled journey time, with fares starting from ฿1,090 per person one way. If you're heading the other direction, see the Koh Samui to Koh Phi Phi ferry schedule for matching departures.
Which Operators Cover This Route
Lomprayah High Speed Ferries Co., Ltd. and Phantip 1970 Co., Ltd runs alongside Lomprayah, Songserm, and Raja Ferry on the various legs of this journey, with each company typically responsible for either the Andaman-side hop out of Phi Phi or the Gulf-side sailing into Samui. Because the route is split across operators and a road transfer, it's worth booking the full connection as a single ticket where possible rather than timing two separate legs yourself — a missed coach connection in Surat Thani or Krabi is the most common way travelers lose a day on this route.
Boarding Points and Travel Modes
Departures from Phi Phi leave from the island's main pier by several transport options, arriving at the mainland ferry terminal before the road transfer to Surat Thani. From there, boats to Koh Samui dock at the island's main pier, from which taxis and hotel transfers are readily available. Exact pier names and pickup points vary by operator and by which mainland gateway (Krabi or Phuket) your ticket routes through, so always check the confirmation details attached to your booking. On board, expect onboard facilities on the ferry legs; the road transfer between piers runs in an air-conditioned coach or minivan.
Schedule and Frequency
Boats run 2, and the route operates all year round. Because this is a multi-leg journey, the departure time you choose for the first Phi Phi boat determines which onward Koh Samui sailing you can realistically make — build in some buffer at the Krabi or Surat Thani connection point rather than booking the tightest possible transfer, since road traffic and loading times can vary.
Alternative Ways to Connect
Travelers who prioritize flexibility over the lowest fare sometimes route via Phuket instead of Krabi, since Phuket has more frequent onward transport options; see the Phi Phi to Phuket ferry transfers page for that leg. Koh Samui is also a natural jumping-off point for the two islands most commonly searched alongside it: Koh Phangan and Koh Tao. If your trip continues north after Samui, the Phi Phi to Koh Phangan ferry connections and onward links to Koh Tao can be booked as a continuation of the same itinerary rather than as a separate search.
Booking Your Phi Phi to Koh Samui Ferry
Because this route involves a pier transfer and multiple operators, booking in advance secures your seat on both legs and locks in the connection rather than leaving it to chance on the day. Reserve your Phi Phi to Koh Samui ferry tickets now to confirm your preferred departure, transfer point, and operator combination before seats sell out in peak periods.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to print my ferry ticket or is mobile ok?
You don't need to print your ticket. Your boarding voucher is in your account: open Bookings, then View trip details, and click Download PDF. On the day of travel, show the QR code on it — on your phone is fine — to the ferry operator staff at the pier named on your ticket, and they will direct you to your boat.
If you'd prefer paper, print the PDF yourself.
What happens if my ferry is cancelled due to weather?
We are sorry when weather stops a sailing. Ferries usually run in rain; speedboats are more often stopped by rough seas.
If your trip is cancelled because of weather, your booking in Bookings shows a message once our team has confirmed the cancellation. You can then either move to the next available service with Change this booking, or cancel with Cancel & refund for a full refund.
If the sailing is running but you choose not to travel, the normal cancellation policy applies.
Why is my account locked?
We lock an account for a short time after several failed sign-in attempts in a row. It is an automatic safety measure: it stops someone else guessing your password, and it happens whether or not the person typing was you.
You do not need to contact us. The lock lifts on its own — see How long am I locked out for?
What is the difference between a locked and a blocked account?
Locked is automatic and temporary. It happens after repeated failed sign-in attempts and it lifts by itself — within a minute in most cases.
Blocked is a decision made by our team, and it does not lift on its own. If your account is blocked you will need to contact us; waiting will not change it, and neither will resetting your password.
If you are not sure which applies to you, get in touch and we will tell you.
How do I unlock my account now?
Wait, and try again. Every lock lifts on its own — a minute the first time, and never more than an hour however many attempts have failed. There is nothing to click and nobody to contact.
If you have forgotten your password, do not keep guessing: each wrong attempt makes the next wait longer. Use Forgot password instead. Resetting your password gets you straight back in.
My account locked but I never tried to sign in
Then someone else was trying to sign in as you, and the lock did its job — it stopped them.
Your account is safe: a lock means the attempts failed. Nobody got in. You do not have to do anything, and the lock will lift on its own.
We would still recommend two things:
- Change your password, especially if you use the same one on another website.
- Add an authenticator app in your account security settings, so a password alone is never enough to sign in as you.
If you get these repeatedly, contact us and we will look into it.
