How to get to Koh Samui? Choosing the best way for the price and time

How to get to Koh Samui by plane, train, car and other transport? Consider all the ways to get to the island from Phuket, Bangkok. We will find out the prices for flights from Moscow to Koh Samui with transfers.

Koh Samui is an island in the east of Thailand. Travelers from all over the world travel to this piece of paradise in search of white beaches and a variety of entertainment. The island has magnificent landscapes untouched by civilization.

All conditions for family recreation are created here. Most of the hotels have everything you need for families with small children. Each tourist complex has a playground and a children's pool. Most hotels offer babysitting services.

Once you get to the island, you will need to find out the cost of food and food in stores, find hotels by the sea that are better suited for your vacation, or book private accommodation. All about holidays on the island and prices ⇒

All tourists, when planning a trip, think about how to get there cheaply. The easiest way is by air. Airliners usually fly to Bangkok, and from there there is already a direct flight to Koh Samui. But there are other options as well.

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How to get to Koh Samui from Bangkok?

There are several options to get to the island from Bangkok. You can choose the option that suits you best. Each method can be convenient or, on the contrary, bring some inconvenience. The main difference between these modes of transportation is the price and duration of the trip.

Flight by plane

The flight is operated by two airlines Bangkok Airways and Thai Airways. The flight time is approximately one hour. The cost of the flight ranges from $ 125 to $ 200. Flights are operated several times a day.

The first flight leaves Bangkok in the early morning. The last plane leaves late in the evening. Flights are not available at night. It should be noted right away that the airport on this Thai island is very small and can only accept the planes of local airlines flying within the country.

When deciding how to get to Koh Samui from Bangkok, you can use the services of local airlines that fly to Surat Thani. Then you will have to use the ferry service.

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Take the bus

Another way to get to Koh Samui from Bangkok is by bus. The Bangkok - Samui bus leaves from the southern bus station daily from 9.00 to 22.00. The journey by this type of transport will take approximately 13 hours. The ticket price is $ 40. The bus only reaches Chumphon. Next, you need to transfer to a catamaran, the price of which is included in the cost of the paid ticket.

The bus is equipped with the latest technology. All conditions have been created here for traveling long distances. The main advantage of this vehicle is the presence of an air conditioner. In addition, there is a bathroom, comfortable armchairs, and a spacious salon. The carrier company provides its passengers with free water and food during the trip.

• You can view the schedule and buy a ticket at 12GoAsia ⇒

Get to Koh Samui by train

Trains to Koh Samui leave from Bangkok Railway Station. Many tourists prefer to travel by train. It only reaches Surat Thani Station. From there you will have to change to a fixed-route taxi. It will take you to the pier where the ferry leaves. As a result, the trip will take 15 hours. The cost of the entire trip is $ 14.5. This is a fairly economical option.

The carriages on the train are quite spacious and comfortable. All trains are air conditioned to make the journey more comfortable. This type of transport is suitable for budget travelers trying to save money on the road.

This method is chosen by the majority of tourists, since it is comfortable, and from the windows of the train you can see many beautiful places, nature, sunset, mountains. Tourists write that it is better to take tickets for first and second class carriages. Their difference lies in the fact that in the first class there are air conditioners, and in the second - fans.

Car rental

Many tourists prefer to book a taxi or rent a car. Finding a taxi is not easy. The fact is that few taxi drivers are ready to transport passengers over such a long distance.

In order not to have any problems with finding a transfer, you can book a car in advance on the website kiwitaxi.ru. In this case, the driver will meet you right at the exit from the plane, help you carry your luggage and take you directly to the hotel.

Taking a taxi is not suitable for budget travelers. The cost of such a trip is $ 420. Travel time - 12 hours. At the same time, you can get there without unnecessary stops in comfortable conditions. This method of transportation is suitable for those with a lot of luggage or small children.

You can also rent a car in Bangkok. Renting a car will cost about $ 130 per day. In order not to get lost in a foreign country, you can purchase a road map from a car rental company, which shows the route in detail.

If you want to use the service, you must book a car in advance on one of the websites on the Internet. We recommend using the Economybookings service, it looks for the best options among all rental companies.

The route from Bangkok to Koh Samui on the map

All information about renting a car in Thailand and prices can be found on a separate page (the booking form can be found at the end of the material).

How to get to Koh Samui from Phuket?

The distance from Phuket to Koh Samui is about 300 kilometers. When choosing a way to get there, you should first find out all the possible options. You can use the services of airlines, take the bus, take a taxi, or rent a bike or car.

You will find a more complete answer about a trip from Phuket in a separate article devoted to this topic in detail.

Fly by plane

The fastest way to cover this distance is by air. Airfare is approximately $ 175. It is important to remember that it is better to book flights in advance, as this flight is very popular. Travelers can use Bangkok Airways, which operates these flights four times a day every day. The flight time is less than an hour.

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The airline may also offer other connecting flights. This option will take much longer, and you will not be able to save on such a flight.

You can use this option if you have decided to fly by plane, but you could not buy tickets for a direct flight.

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Bus trip from Phuket

If the air travel offer does not suit you, then it is worth inquiring about the bus trip. This is the most budgetary option. The ticket costs approximately $ 19. This price also includes a ferry ride to the island. In this case, the journey will take much longer. Travel time by bus is 4.5 hours. The ferry needs to sail for another 1.5 hours.

Buses are necessarily equipped with air conditioning, so the trip will be quite comfortable. The only drawback of such a trip is the lack of a toilet on the bus. However, this issue is completely resolvable. The bus stops in a small village where you can take a break, warm up and buy food or drinks at the store.

According to tourists' reviews, bus tickets must be purchased in advance.This type of transport is used by the bulk of tourists vacationing in Phuket to get to Koh Samui. This is especially true at New Year's or Christmas. Tickets can be purchased directly at the bus station.

• Bus tickets can be picked up directly from 12GoAsia ⇒

Rent a car or bike?

In order to get to Koh Samui from Phuket, you can use a taxi service. This is a very simple and comfortable way. This option is perfect for passengers with small children or tourists with a lot of suitcases. You will have to pay at least $ 400 for such a trip. Travel time is approximately 6 hours.

Another option is to rent a car. However, in this case, you need to know exactly, how to get to Koh Samui on your own. The cost of a rented car is at least $ 17. The price largely depends on the class of the car.

The lowest prices for car rental can be found at the airport. This journey will take an average of 5 hours. To get to Koh Samui, you need to take a ferry. A ferry ride with a vehicle will cost you $ 20.

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You can also rent a bike. Travel time will, of course, increase by a couple of hours, but riding a bike is a very exciting journey. Daily rent will cost about $ 15. However, all companies require you to leave a passport or $ 100 as a deposit, the ideal solution would be to agree to leave a photocopy of your passport.

When using the services of car rental companies, you must remember that traffic on the roads of Thailand differs from the traffic rules in our country. The main difference is left-hand traffic. It is quite difficult for Russian motorists to get used to this rule. Therefore, do not exceed the speed in order not to create accidents.

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How to get to Koh Samui from Moscow?

Direct flight Moscow-Samui is not possible. In any case, tourists will have to fly with a transfer in Bangkok or Phuket.

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The average price of a flight from Moscow to Bangkok is $ 460. If you transfer from Bangkok to a plane to Koh Samui, the total cost of the trip will cost about $ 650.

The cost of a plane ticket from Moscow to Phuket is $ 615. If we add to this the cost of the flight from Phuket to the final point, then a rather large amount will come out. The total cost of a flight from Moscow to Koh Samui with a stopover in Phuket is $ 800.

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The easiest way to get to Samui from Moscow is to order a tour with a travel agency. This destination is considered to be quite popular among Russian tourists. The cost of such a tour is approximately $ 750.

When paying for a voucher, you pay not only the cost of the air ticket, but also book a hotel room and pay for insurance. In any case, buying a tour is a more economical trip, which will allow you not to waste extra time looking for a convenient and cheap way of transportation, especially when traveling with children.