What is the cheapest way to get from Ipoh to Ko Samui?

The cheapest way to get from Ipoh to Ko Samui is to tram and train and ferry which costs ฿500 - ฿1900 and takes 14h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ipoh to Ko Samui?

The fastest way to get from Ipoh to Ko Samui is to fly which takes 5h 2m and costs ฿6000 - ฿13000.

Is there a direct bus between Ipoh and Ko Samui?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipoh to Ko Samui. However, there are services departing from Terminal Meru Raya and arriving at Boonsiri Ferry Nathon Pier Koh Samui via Hat Yai, Khao Sok and Surat Thani Train Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 19m.

How far is it from Ipoh to Ko Samui?

The distance between Ipoh and Ko Samui is 589 km.

How do I travel from Ipoh to Ko Samui without a car?

The best way to get from Ipoh to Ko Samui without a car is to tram and train and ferry which takes 14h 52m and costs ฿500 - ฿1900.

How long does it take to get from Ipoh to Ko Samui?

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Ipoh to Ko Samui, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ipoh to Ko Samui bus from?

Ipoh to Ko Samui bus services, operated by Express Kesatuan, depart from Terminal Meru Raya station.

Bus or fly from Ipoh to Ko Samui?

The best way to get from Ipoh to Ko Samui is to fly which takes 5h 2m and costs ฿6000 - ฿13000. Alternatively, you can bus and Mini Van, which costs ฿2000 - ฿2400 and takes 22h 19m.

Where does the Ipoh to Ko Samui bus arrive?

Ipoh to Ko Samui bus services, operated by Express Kesatuan, arrive at Hat Yai Station.

What is the time difference between Ipoh and Ko Samui?

Ko Samui is 1h behind Ipoh. It is currently 10:03 PM in Ipoh and 9:03 PM in Ko Samui.

Where can I stay near Ko Samui?

There are 3173+ hotels available in Ko Samui.

Ipoh to Ko Samui - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, tram, ferry, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Ipoh to Ko Samui by plane, tram, train, ferry, bus, car ferry, or car

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

Fly
best
1. Fly from Ipoh (IPH) to Koh Samui Airport (USM)plane IPH - USM
5h 2m
฿6,381–13,050
Tram, train, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the tram from Ipoh to Bukit Mertajamtram
2. Take the train from Bukit Mertajam to Padang Besartrain
3. Take the train from Padang Besar to Surat Thani Train Stationtrain 46
4. Take the ferry from Surat Thani Train Station to Boonsiri Ferry Nathon Pier Koh Samuiferry
14h 52m
฿540–1,880
Bus, Minivan, car ferry
1. Take the bus from Terminal Meru Raya to Terminal Sungai Nibongbus
2. Take the bus from Terminal Bas Sungai Nibong to Hat Yaibus
3. Take the bus from Hat Yai Bus Terminal to Donsak Rajabus
4. Take the car ferry from Raja Ferry Donsak Pier to Lipa Noi Piercarferry
15h 32m
฿1,208–2,403
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Ipoh to Raja Ferry Donsak Piercar
2. Take the car ferry from Raja Ferry Donsak Pier to Lipa Noi Piercarferry
10h 3m
฿2,558–3,724
Bus, Mini Van
1. Take the bus from Terminal Meru Raya to Hat Yai Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Hat Yai to Khao Sokbus
3. Take the bus from Khao Sok to Surat Thani stationbus
4. Take the bus from Surat Thani Train Station to Boonsiri Ferry Nathon Pier Koh Samuibus
22h 19m
฿2,015–2,387

Ipoh to Ko Samui by tram, train, foot, and ferry

7Weekly Services

14h 52mAverage Duration

฿540Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ipoh to Ko Samui.

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Distance: 588.9 km
Duration: 5h 2m

What companies run services between Ipoh, Malaysia and Ko Samui, Thailand?

Scoot Tigerair and Bangkok Airways fly from Ipoh (IPH) to Koh Samui Airport (USM) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terminal Meru Raya to Boonsiri Ferry Nathon Pier Koh Samui via Hat Yai Station, Hat Yai, Khao Sok, and Surat Thani Train Station in around 22h 19m.

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