What is the best way to travel from Pattaya to Koh Samui?
Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses and Carpool for the journey to Koh Samui from Pattaya. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Koh Samui from Pattaya?
You can get to Koh Samui with just $36 by taking a Carpool from TravelBusAsia, 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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Boonsiri High Speed Ferries18h 30m05:00 PMPattayaBus Terminal11:30 AMKoh SamuiBig Buddha Pier0EconomyA Bus from Boonsiri High Speed Ferries goes from Bus Terminal, Pattaya (Thailand) at 12/7/2025 5:00:00 PM to Big Buddha Pier, Koh Samui (Thailand) arriving at 12/8/2025 11:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $45 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 30m
Cheapest Buses Sunday
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TravelBusAsia19h 0m01:30 PMPattayaGreen Hotel South Station8:30 AMKoh SamuiNathon Pier0BusinessA Car from TravelBusAsia goes from Green Hotel South Station, Pattaya (Thailand) at 12/9/2025 1:30:00 PM to Nathon Pier, Koh Samui (Thailand) arriving at 12/10/2025 8:30:00 AM. 50 Business ticket for $36 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 0m
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Boonsiri High Speed Ferries18h 30m05:00 PMPattayaBus Terminal11:30 AMKoh SamuiBig Buddha Pier0EconomyA Bus from Boonsiri High Speed Ferries goes from Bus Terminal, Pattaya (Thailand) at 12/9/2025 5:00:00 PM to Big Buddha Pier, Koh Samui (Thailand) arriving at 12/10/2025 11:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $45 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 30m
Cheapest Carpool Tuesday
Cheapest Buses Tuesday
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TravelBusAsia19h 0m01:30 PMPattayaGreen Hotel South Station8:30 AMKoh SamuiNathon Pier0BusinessA Car from TravelBusAsia goes from Green Hotel South Station, Pattaya (Thailand) at 12/10/2025 1:30:00 PM to Nathon Pier, Koh Samui (Thailand) arriving at 12/11/2025 8:30:00 AM. 50 Business ticket for $36 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 0m
Cheapest Carpool Wednesday
What are the fastest trips from Pattaya to Koh Samui?
You can get to Koh Samui from Pattaya in just 18h 30m with a Bus from Boonsiri High Speed Ferries. 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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Boonsiri High Speed Ferries18h 30m05:00 PMPattayaBus Terminal11:30 AMKoh SamuiBig Buddha Pier0EconomyA Bus from Boonsiri High Speed Ferries goes from Bus Terminal, Pattaya (Thailand) at 12/7/2025 5:00:00 PM to Big Buddha Pier, Koh Samui (Thailand) arriving at 12/8/2025 11:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $45 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 30m
Fastest Buses Sunday
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Boonsiri High Speed Ferries18h 30m05:00 PMPattayaBus Terminal11:30 AMKoh SamuiBig Buddha Pier0EconomyA Bus from Boonsiri High Speed Ferries goes from Bus Terminal, Pattaya (Thailand) at 12/9/2025 5:00:00 PM to Big Buddha Pier, Koh Samui (Thailand) arriving at 12/10/2025 11:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $45 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 30m
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TravelBusAsia19h 0m01:30 PMPattayaGreen Hotel South Station8:30 AMKoh SamuiNathon Pier0BusinessA Car from TravelBusAsia goes from Green Hotel South Station, Pattaya (Thailand) at 12/9/2025 1:30:00 PM to Nathon Pier, Koh Samui (Thailand) arriving at 12/10/2025 8:30:00 AM. 50 Business ticket for $36 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 0m
Fastest Buses Tuesday
Fastest Carpool Tuesday
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TravelBusAsia19h 0m01:30 PMPattayaGreen Hotel South Station8:30 AMKoh SamuiNathon Pier0BusinessA Car from TravelBusAsia goes from Green Hotel South Station, Pattaya (Thailand) at 12/10/2025 1:30:00 PM to Nathon Pier, Koh Samui (Thailand) arriving at 12/11/2025 8:30:00 AM. 50 Business ticket for $36 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 0m
Fastest Carpool Wednesday
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Bus from Pattaya to Koh Samui
What are the most popular stations in Pattaya and Koh Samui?
In Pattaya, you will usually depart from Sukhumvit Road, Bus Terminal or Pannipa, while in Koh Samui you will be arriving at Nathon Pier, Na Thon or Ferry Port, 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 Pattaya? With 1 connections between 2 Bus and 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 Pattaya and Koh Samui, you can pay as low as $36 with a Carpool from TravelBusAsia.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 Bus from Boonsiri High Speed Ferries: you will get to Koh Samui in just 18h 30m.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 Pattaya and Koh Samui are Boonsiri High Speed Ferries and TravelBusAsia, 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 Pattaya 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 Jomtien or to Maret, and look at flights from Pattaya U-Tapao 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 Pattaya to Koh Samui?
The most popular companies between Pattaya and Koh Samui, are Boonsiri High Speed Ferries and TravelBusAsia. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: Boonsiri High Speed Ferries
All you need to know when you travel from Pattaya to Koh Samui
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Pattaya 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 Pattaya to Koh Samui
How can I reach Koh Samui from Pattaya?
Every day, there are on average 1 connections between Bus and Carpool, with which you can get to Koh Samui from Pattaya.
How far is Koh Samui from Pattaya?
The distance between Pattaya and Koh Samui is 243.2 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Pattaya 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 11 kgs of CO2, a train 14 kgs, a car 67 kgs, and a flight 96 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Pattaya to Koh Samui?
You can get to Koh Samui with just $36 by taking a Carpool from TravelBusAsia.
What is the fastest way to get from Pattaya 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 18h 30m with a Bus from Boonsiri High Speed Ferries.
More routes to Pattaya and to Koh Samui
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Pattaya and to Koh Samui. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
