Koh Samui, Koh Phangan and Koh Tao Ferries by Operator
Lomprayah runs Pralarn Pier on Koh Samui to Koh Phangan at THB 350 by catamaran or THB 250 by ferry. Samui to Koh Tao is THB 700 by catamaran. From Donsak, Raja Ferry charges THB 200 to Samui and THB 270 to Phangan.
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From Bangkok to the ferry
Surat Thani is the rail gateway for Samui, Phangan and Tao. These SRT trains run from Krung Thep Aphiwat to Surat Thani, with fares the booking system showed for 18 November 2026 departures:
| Train | Leaves Bangkok | Reaches Surat Thani | Fare |
|---|---|---|---|
| 43 (day, diesel railcar) | 07:30 | 16:20 | THB 524, air-conditioned seat |
| 171 (rapid) | 15:10 | 01:11 next day | Sleeper THB 654 upper, THB 724 lower |
| 37 (special express) | 16:10 | 01:49 next day | Sleeper THB 734 upper, THB 804 lower |
The overnight trains arrive in the small hours, so most travellers pick the day train or sleep in town before the morning boat. The bus from Khao San Road to Donsak pier takes about 10 hours.
Chumphon is the other mainland gateway.
A Lomprayah bus leaves its Bangkok office on Khao San Road and stops at Chumphon Pier, where you check in again with the same ticket before boarding the ferry. The whole trip to Samui is around 14 hours, with another 4 hours or so by boat to Maenam Pier. The Lomprayah bus and catamaran joint ticket from Bangkok to Koh Samui starts at THB 1,200.
From Surat Thani town, see the Surat Thani to Koh Samui ferry guide and the Bangkok to Koh Samui guide.
Lomprayah fares and times
Lomprayah publishes a 2026 timetable. Boat type is shown beside each departure: catamaran, speed boat or ferry. Times below are departures and arrivals; the fare is per adult.
Koh Samui to Koh Phangan and Koh Tao
| From Pralarn Pier | Boat | Leaves | Arrives | Fare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| To Koh Phangan | Catamaran | 08:00 | 08:30 | THB 350 |
| To Koh Phangan | Ferry | 11:00 | 11:30 | THB 250 |
| To Koh Tao | Catamaran | 08:00 | 09:30 | THB 700 |
| To Koh Tao | Ferry | 11:00 | 13:30 | THB 550 |
Pier to pier, the catamaran sails 08:00 to 08:30 and the ferry 11:00 to 11:30.
The 08:00 catamaran with a van to any hotel on Koh Phangan arrives 09:30 for THB 550: that gap is the van transfer, not a slower boat.
Raja Ferry’s car ferry from Lipa Noi on Samui to Thong Sala on Phangan takes about 1 hour 30 minutes. Some Samui to Tao departures change onto a catamaran at Koh Phangan.
Koh Phangan and Koh Tao
| Route | Boat | Leaves | Arrives | Fare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Phangan to Tao | Catamaran | 08:30 | 09:30 | THB 600 |
| Phangan to Tao | Ferry | 12:00 | 13:30 | THB 450 |
| Tao to Phangan | Ferry | 16:30 | 18:10 | THB 450 |
| Phangan to Samui, Pralarn Pier | Ferry | 18:30 | 19:30 | THB 250 |
Donsak to the islands
| Route | Boat | Leaves | Arrives | Fare |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Donsak to Nathon Pier, Samui | Catamaran | 11:00 | 11:45 | THB 450 |
| Nathon Pier to Donsak | Catamaran | 08:30 | 09:15 | THB 450 |
| Donsak to Koh Phangan | Catamaran | 11:00 | 12:45 | THB 550 |
| Donsak to Koh Tao | Catamaran | 11:00 | 14:45 | THB 750 |
Raja Ferry from Donsak
An adult on Raja Ferry pays THB 200 from Donsak to Koh Samui and THB 270 to Koh Phangan.
The crossing to Samui (Lipa Noi pier) takes about 1 hour 30 minutes. Donsak to Phangan (Thong Sala pier) takes about 2 hours 30 minutes. Samui (Lipa Noi) to Phangan takes about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Donsak to Samui
The first trip leaves at 05:00 and arrives 06:30, and the next leaves at 06:00.
The last scheduled trip leaves at 19:00 and arrives 20:30. A ferry is added at 05:00-06:00 and 12:00-16:00 when the vessel is full. Raja’s timetable page is headed “from 11 October 2021” and carries no newer date. It is the operator’s standing schedule, not a 2026 revision.
Extra sailings run from 30 December to 30 April when many vehicles are waiting.
Donsak to Phangan
Trips leave at 05:00, 08.00, 11:00 and 14:00. A fifth leaves at 18:00 and arrives 20:30.
Cars, motorbikes and children on Raja Ferry
Raja Ferry takes vehicles as well as foot passengers, and each has its own fare.
| Item | Donsak to Samui | Donsak to Phangan |
|---|---|---|
| Adult | THB 200 | THB 270 |
| Child over 100 cm, up to 120 cm | THB 100 | THB 135 |
| Bicycle | THB 240 | not read |
| Motorbike up to 250cc with rider | THB 260 | THB 415 |
| Motorbike 250cc or more, or sidecar | THB 380 | not read |
| Car, jeep, van or pickup | THB 640 | THB 970 |
Tell the ticket seller the bike’s engine size, because the fare changes at 250cc.
Piers on Samui and Phangan
Lomprayah serves three Samui piers: Pralarn, Bangrak and Nathon. Raja Ferry lands at Lipa Noi on Samui and Thong Sala on Phangan.
Check which pier your ticket names before you book a taxi. A Lomprayah van from any hotel at Nathon Pier to Donsak leaves at 07:00 and arrives 09:15 for THB 600.
Surat Thani airport and train station
Lomprayah sells combined journeys from Nathon Pier to the mainland. The 08:30 departure reaches Surat Thani Airport at 11:30 for THB 850. It reaches the Surat Thani train station at 11:15 for THB 750.
Choosing a route
From Donsak, Raja Ferry at THB 200 is cheaper than the Lomprayah catamaran at THB 450 to Samui. Lomprayah is the one to use for Phangan and Tao, with times on its own timetable.
Lomprayah staff are reachable every day from 08:00 to 20:00.
Not confirmed: Seatran Discovery and Haad Rin Queen: fares and times for your date are set in their booking search, so check there. Raja Ferry's own Donsak to Samui timetable page is headed "from 11 October 2021" and shows no newer version: confirm at the pier.
Common questions
How much is the ferry from Koh Samui to Koh Phangan?
From Pralarn Pier the Lomprayah catamaran is THB 350 and the ferry THB 250. A van to any hotel on Phangan lifts it to THB 550.
How much is the ferry from Koh Samui to Koh Tao?
The Lomprayah catamaran from Pralarn Pier is THB 700. The ferry is THB 550.
How long does Raja Ferry take from Donsak to Samui?
About 1 hour 30 minutes, to Lipa Noi pier. Donsak to Phangan takes about 2 hours 30 minutes.
What is the cheapest way from Donsak to Koh Samui?
Raja Ferry charges THB 200 for an adult. The Lomprayah catamaran to Nathon Pier is THB 450.
Can I take a motorbike on the ferry from Donsak to Samui?
Yes on Raja Ferry: a motorbike up to 250cc costs THB 260 with its rider. A bigger bike or a sidecar costs THB 380.
Which Samui piers does Lomprayah use?
Pralarn Pier, Bangrak Pier and Nathon Pier.
How do I get from Surat Thani airport to Koh Samui?
Lomprayah sells the journey from Nathon Pier to Surat Thani Airport at THB 850, leaving 08:30 and arriving 11:30. Check the page for the reverse direction.
Do children pay full fare on Raja Ferry?
A child taller than 100 cm and up to 120 cm pays THB 100 to Samui and THB 135 to Phangan.
Can I phone Lomprayah to book?
Its staff are reachable every day from 08:00 to 20:00.
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Comments (8)
alfokloda
Any safe, big ferry to koh tao? I am coming with sensitive wife and two kids, what I hated 10 years ago - was lomprayah speedboat with a lot of vomiting. Looking for any better alternative from mailand. Please advise :)
CommissionerOfLunacy
We took the ferry to Koh Tao only a week ago. It was safe, calm, big, airconditioning, nobody vomiting. Most people were napping in their seats; you could buy beer and chips in there. I don't know if maybe things have changed, this was the first time I've ever gone to Koh Tao, but my experience tells me you don't have much to worry about.
platinum_healer
Okay but how bad is the Koh Tao Ferry really? Like really… I have never seen so many posts about sick people, I’m very curious.
cassowary-18
Could be bad if the seas are rough. But otherwise it's fine.
Ostpreussen
If you go from the Chumpoon pier it's a 45 minute trip. People seem to think they're crossing the 60th parallel south. They'd get sea sick walking through a puddle.
Jody_Bigfoot
We got on it the day after another sunk, storm was still raging. It was the craziest ride of my life, 10/10 would do again
Onlydadaji
Koh Phangan to Koh Samui Ferry early morning? Hey guys, I am thinking to attend full moon party in April in Koh phangan Haad rin but I will book hotel in koh samui. I can go with the ferry in evening from Koh samui to Haad rin but I want to return around 2-3am as I am not a wild party person. I want to have a good time for 3-4 hours maximum. So, are there ferries which runs at this time? as I can't find them on 12goasia website. First ferry it's showing around 7:30am.
jambo696969
I quickly searched and speedboat out between 4pm and 10pm Returning 1am to 5am..