Rome2Rio

How to get fromChangsha to Ko Samuiby plane, ferry, train, taxi, or bus

Find Transport to Ko Samui

See all options
QR code to download the Rome2Rio app

Download the Rome2Rio travel app

Scan QR code with your phone to download the app

Download on the App StoreGet it on Google Play

There are 10 ways to get from Changsha to Ko Samui by plane, ferry, train, taxi, or bus

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

  1. Fly to Surat Thani, ferry

    best
    1. Fly from Changsha Huanghua Airport (CSX) to Surat Thani (URT)plane plane CSX - URT
    2. Take the ferry from Surat Thani Airport to Boonsiri Ferry Nathon Pier Koh Samuiferry ferry
    13h 30m
    ฿6,631–15,131

  2. Train, bus

    cheapest
    1. Take the train from Changsha South to Kunming Southtrain train
    2. Take the bus from Kunming South to Laos Vientianebus bus
    3. Take the train from Nong Khai to Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminaltrain train 26
    4. Take the train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Lomprayah Nathon Piertrain train
    47h 27m
    ฿5,791–8,892

  3. Train, taxi, bus

    1. Take the train from Changsha South to Kunming Southtrain train
    2. Take the train from Kunming South to Vientiane stationtrain train
    3. Take the taxi from Vientiane station to Phon Phisai District Bus Stop, Nong Khaitaxi taxi
    4. Take the bus from Phon Phisai District Bus Stop, Nong Khai to Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminalbus bus
    5. Take the train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Lomprayah Nathon Piertrain train
    44h 3m
    ฿7,401–10,404

  4. Train, bus via Guiyang

    1. Take the train from Changsha South to Guiyang Northtrain train
    2. Take the train from Guiyang North to Kunming Southtrain train
    3. Take the train from Kunming South to Vientiane stationtrain train
    4. Take the bus from Vientiane Any Hotels to Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminalbus bus
    5. Take the bus from Mochit 2 Bus Terminal to Nathon Pier Koh Samuibus bus
    44h 43m
    ฿7,088–10,961

  5. Fly to Nakhon Si Thammarat, ferry

    1. Fly from Changsha Huanghua Airport (CSX) to Nakhon Si Thammarat (NST)plane plane CSX - NST
    2. Take the ferry from Nakhon Si Thammarat Airport to Lomprayah Nathon Pierferry ferry
    13h 20m
    ฿6,907–15,407

  6. Fly to Koh Samui Airport

    1. Fly from Changsha Huanghua Airport (CSX) to Koh Samui Airport (USM)plane plane CSX - USM
    10h 45m
    ฿6,263–16,313

  7. Fly to Krabi Airport, ferry

    1. Fly from Changsha Huanghua Airport (CSX) to Krabi Airport (KBV)plane plane CSX - KBV
    2. Take the ferry from Krabi Town Hotel Transfer to Na Thon Seatran Ferry Pierferry ferry
    15h 28m
    ฿6,088–14,643

  8. Fly to Ranong Airport, Minivan, bus

    1. Fly from Changsha Huanghua Airport (CSX) to Ranong Airport (UNN)plane plane CSX - UNN
    2. Take the bus from Ranong Bus Station to Surat Thanibus bus
    3. Take the bus from Pattana tour Travel And transport to Na Thon Koh Samuibus bus
    22h 41m
    ฿7,723–20,723

  9. Train

    1. Take the train from Changsha South to Kunming Southtrain train
    2. Take the train from Kunming South to Vientiane stationtrain train
    3. Take the train from Khamsavath station to Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminaltrain train 134
    4. Take the train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Na Thon Seatran Ferry Piertrain train
    47h 43m
    ฿5,848–10,011

  10. Train, bus #2

    1. Take the train from Changsha to Hanoi Gia Lam Stationtrain train
    2. Take the bus from Hanoi to Savannakhet Bus Stationbus bus
    3. Take the bus from Mukdahan to Hua Hinbus bus
    4. Take the train from Hua Hin to Na Thon Seatran Ferry Piertrain train
    2d 19h
    ฿8,970–11,718

Changsha Huanghua Airport (CSX) to Surat Thani (URT) flights

Calendar10Weekly Planes
Duration7h 55mAverage Duration
Ticket฿3,844Cheapest Price
See schedules

Comparing Your Travel Options

Map of how to get from Changsha to Ko Samui.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 2,707.2 km
  • Duration: 13h 30m

What companies run services between Changsha, China and Ko Samui, Thailand?

Scoot Tigerair, Air Travel, and three other airlines fly from Changsha Huanghua Airport (CSX) to Koh Samui Airport (USM) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Wuyi Plaza to Na Thon Seatran Ferry Pier via Changsha South station, Changsha South, Kunming South, Vientiane station, Khamsavath station, and Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal in around 47h 43m.

Airlines
Train operators
Bus operators
Ferry operators
Other operators

Want to know more about travelling around the world?

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including Why you should take the train in the US, Travelling to the UK: What do I need to know?, and How to get from JFK to New York City - to help you get the most out of your next trip.

Booking & Getting There