What is the best way to travel from George Town to Koh Samui?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Carpool for the journey to Koh Samui from George Town. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 3 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Koh Samui from George Town?
You can get to Koh Samui with just $63 by taking a Carpool from Trans Baan Ton, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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Trans Baan Ton19h 0m04:30 AMGeorge TownKomtar Bus Terminal10:30 PMKoh SamuiBus Stop0EconomyA Car from Trans Baan Ton goes from Komtar Bus Terminal, George Town (Malaysia) at 9/27/2026 4:30:00 AM to Bus Stop, Koh Samui (Thailand) arriving at 9/27/2026 10:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $63 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 0m
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What are the fastest trips from George Town to Koh Samui?
You can get to Koh Samui from George Town in just 19h 0m with a Carpool from Trans Baan Ton. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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Trans Baan Ton19h 0m04:30 AMGeorge TownKomtar Bus Terminal10:30 PMKoh SamuiBus Stop0EconomyA Car from Trans Baan Ton goes from Komtar Bus Terminal, George Town (Malaysia) at 9/27/2026 4:30:00 AM to Bus Stop, Koh Samui (Thailand) arriving at 9/27/2026 10:30:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $63 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 0m
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Bus from George Town to Koh Samui
What are the most popular stations in George Town and Koh Samui?
In George Town, you will usually depart from Komtar Bus Terminal, USM or Prangin Mall - Komtar Timur Bus Stop, while in Koh Samui you will be arriving at Na Thon, Ferry Port or Nathon Pier, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Koh Samui from George Town? With 1 connections between 3 Carpool operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between George Town and Koh Samui, you can pay as low as $63 with a Carpool from Trans Baan Ton.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Carpool from Trans Baan Ton: you will get to Koh Samui in just 19h 0m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting George Town and Koh Samui are Trans Baan Ton, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in George Town and Koh Samui is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Butterworth or to Maret, and look at flights from Penang Airport, and landing at Samui Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from George Town to Koh Samui?
The most popular companies between George Town and Koh Samui, are Trans Baan Ton. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
All you need to know when you travel from George Town to Koh Samui
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from George Town to Koh Samui. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from George Town to Koh Samui
How can I reach Koh Samui from George Town?
Every day, there are on average 1 connections between Carpool, with which you can get to Koh Samui from George Town.
How far is Koh Samui from George Town?
The distance between George Town and Koh Samui is 284.3 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between George Town and Koh Samui?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 12 kgs of CO2, a train 16 kgs, a car 78 kgs, and a flight 113 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from George Town to Koh Samui?
You can get to Koh Samui with just $63 by taking a Carpool from Trans Baan Ton.
What is the fastest way to get from George Town to Koh Samui?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Koh Samui in just 19h 0m with a Carpool from Trans Baan Ton.
More routes to George Town and to Koh Samui
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to George Town and to Koh Samui. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
