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

The cheapest way to get from Ko Samui to Butterworth is to car ferry and bus and Minivan and tram which costs RM 140 - RM 190 and takes 12h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ko Samui to Butterworth is to fly and car ferry which takes 5h 29m and costs RM 700 - RM 1400.

Is there a direct bus between Ko Samui and Butterworth?

No, there is no direct bus from Ko Samui to Butterworth. However, there are services departing from Koh Samui Nathon Pier and arriving at Butterworth via Donsak Piers, Hat Yai Airport, Hat Yai and Bukit Kayu Hitam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 42m.

How far is it from Ko Samui to Butterworth?

The distance between Ko Samui and Butterworth is 525 km.

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

The best way to get from Ko Samui to Butterworth without a car is to bus and ferry and train which takes 12h 13m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 29m to get from Ko Samui to Butterworth, including transfers.

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

Ko Samui to Butterworth bus services, operated by Smart En Plus, depart from Donsak Piers station.

Where does the Ko Samui to Butterworth bus arrive?

Ko Samui to Butterworth bus services, operated by Smart En Plus, arrive at Hat Yai Airport station.

What is the time difference between Ko Samui and Butterworth?

Butterworth is 1h ahead of Ko Samui. It is currently 3:26 AM in Ko Samui and 4:26 AM in Butterworth.

Where can I stay near Butterworth?

There are 2620+ hotels available in Butterworth.

Ko Samui to Butterworth - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, and car ferry

There are 6 ways to get from Ko Samui to Butterworth by plane, car ferry, busferry, train, bus, tram, 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, car ferry
best
1. Fly from Koh Samui Airport (USM) to Penang International Airport (PEN)USM - PEN
2. Take the car ferry from Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal
5h 29m
RM 723–1,346
Car ferry, bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the car ferry from Lipa Noi Pier to Raja Ferry Donsak Pier
2. Take the bus from Raja Ferry Donsak Pier to Surat Thani Train Station
3. Take the train from Surat Thani Train Station to Padang Besar Malaysia45
4. Take the train from Padang Besar to Butterworth
13h 47m
RM 118–267
Bus and ferry, train
1. Take the busferry from Koh Samui Nathon Pier to Surat Thani Train station
2. Take the train from Surat Thani Train Station to Hat Yai983
3. Take the train from Hat Yai to Padang Besar45
4. Take the train from Padang Besar to Butterworth
12h 13m
Car ferry, bus, Minivan, tram
1. Take the car ferry from Lipa Noi Pier to Raja Ferry Donsak Pier
2. Take the bus from Donsak Raja to Hat Yai Bus Terminal
3. Take the bus from Hat Yai Bus Terminal to Padang Besar
4. Take the tram from Padang Besar to Butterworth
12h 37m
RM 144–188
Car ferry, drive
1. Take the car ferry from Lipa Noi Pier to Raja Ferry Donsak Pier
2. Drive from Raja Ferry Donsak Pier to Butterworth
8h 31m
RM 295–406
Bus, Minivan
1. Take the bus from Donsak Piers to Hat Yai Airport
2. Take the bus from Hat Yai to Danok
3. Take the bus from Bukit Kayu Hitam to Butterworth
13h 42m
RM 524–861

Koh Samui Airport (USM) to Penang International Airport (PEN) flights

43Weekly Planes

5h 12mAverage Duration

RM 471Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ko Samui to Butterworth.

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Distance: 525.4 km
Duration: 5h 29m

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

You can take a vehicle from Koh Samui Nathon Pier to Butterworth via Donsak Pier, Donsak Piers, Hat Yai Airport, Kim Yong Market, Hat Yai, Danok, and Bukit Kayu Hitam in around 13h 42m.

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