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

The cheapest way to get from Kedah to Ko Samui is to train and bus and ferry via Donsak Pier which costs ฿550 - ฿1800 and takes 13h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kedah to Ko Samui is to drive and car ferry which takes 8h 10m and costs ฿2100 - ฿2900.

Is there a direct bus between Kedah and Ko Samui?

No, there is no direct bus from Kedah to Ko Samui. However, there are services departing from Sungai Petani and arriving at Koh Samui Nathon Pier via Kangar, Padang Besar, Hat Yai Bus Terminal, Surathani Talad Kaset and Surat Thani Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 42m.

How far is it from Kedah to Ko Samui?

The distance between Kedah and Ko Samui is 605 km.

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

The best way to get from Kedah to Ko Samui without a car is to train and bus and ferry which takes 12h 37m and costs ฿1300 - ฿2500.

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

It takes approximately 12h 37m to get from Kedah to Ko Samui, including transfers.

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

Kedah to Ko Samui bus services, operated by Express Kesatuan, depart from Sungai Petani station.

Where does the Kedah to Ko Samui bus arrive?

Kedah to Ko Samui bus services, operated by Express Kesatuan, arrive at Kangar station.

What is the time difference between Kedah and Ko Samui?

Ko Samui is 1h behind Kedah. It is currently 3:48 AM in Kedah and 2:48 AM in Ko Samui.

Where can I stay near Ko Samui?

There are 2978+ hotels available in Ko Samui.

Kedah to Ko Samui - 8 ways to travel via train, bus and ferry, tram

There are 8 ways to get from Kedah to Ko Samui by train, busferry, tram, bus, ferry, car, car ferry, or plane

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

Train, bus and ferry
best
1. Take the train from Sungai Petani to Padang Besartrain
2. Take the train from Padang Besar to Surat Thani Train Stationtrain 46
3. Take the busferry from Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui Nathon Pierbusferry
12h 37m
฿1,297–2,406
Train, bus, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sungai Petani to Padang Besartrain
2. Take the train from Padang Besar to Surat Thani Train Stationtrain 46
3. Take the bus from Surathani Talad Kaset Station to Donsak Pierbus
4. Take the ferry from Donsak Pier to Lipa Noi Pierferry
13h 33m
฿593–1,802
Tram, Minivan, bus, ferry
1. Take the tram from Sungai Petani to Padang Besartram
2. Take the bus from Padang Besar to Hat Yai Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Hat Yai Airport to Donsak Piersbus
4. Take the ferry from Donsak Pier to Lipa Noi Pierferry
14h 4m
฿4,233–7,179
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Sungai Petani to Raja Ferry Donsak Piercar
2. Take the car ferry from Raja Ferry Donsak Pier to Lipa Noi Piercarferry
8h 10m
฿2,129–2,871
Train, train to Hat Yai, fly
1. Take the train from Alor Setar to Padang Besartrain
2. Take the train from Padang Besar to Hat Yaitrain
3. Fly from Hat Yai (HDY) to Koh Samui Airport (USM)plane HDY - USM
8h 38m
฿5,765–13,182
Bus, Minivan, bus and ferry
1. Take the bus from Sungai Petani to Kangarbus
2. Take the bus from Kangar to Padang Besarbus T11
3. Take the bus from Padang Besar to Hat Yai Bus Terminalbus
4. Take the bus from Hat Yai Bus Terminal to Surathani Talad Kaset Stationbus
5. Take the busferry from Surat Thani Airport to Koh Samui Nathon Pierbusferry
16h 42m
฿1,613–1,783
Ferry, ferry to Krabi Airport, fly
1. Take the ferry from Kuah Ferry Terminal to Koh Lipe Pattaya Beachferry
2. Take the ferry from Koh Lipe to Krabi Airportferry
3. Fly from Krabi Airport (KBV) to Koh Samui Airport (USM)plane KBV - USM
12h 12m
฿7,055–16,224
Ferry, Speedboat to Phuket International Airport, fly
1. Take the ferry from Kuah Ferry Terminal to Koh Lipe Pattaya Beachferry
2. Take the ferry from Koh Lipe to Rassada Pier Phuketferry
3. Fly from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Koh Samui Airport (USM)plane HKT - USM
14h 22m
฿7,735–18,624

Kedah to Ko Samui by train, foot, bus, and busferry

7Weekly Services

12h 37mAverage Duration

฿1,297Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Kedah to Ko Samui.

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Distance: 605 km
Duration: 12h 37m

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

There is no direct connection from Kedah to Ko Samui. However, you can take the train to Padang Besar, walk to Padang Besar, take the train to Surat Thani Train Station, walk to Surat Thani Train Station, take the bus to Surat Thani Airport, walk to Surat Thani Airport, then take the vehicle to Koh Samui Nathon Pier. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Sungai Petani to Lipa Noi Pier via Padang Besar, Padang Besar, Hat Yai Bus Terminal, Hat Yai Van Terminal, Hat Yai Airport, Donsak Piers, and Donsak Pier in around 14h 4m.

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