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

The cheapest way to get from Ko Samui to Patong is to bus and ferry which costs ฿600 - ฿850 and takes 8h.

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

The fastest way to get from Ko Samui to Patong is to fly which takes 3h 17m and costs ฿3900 - ฿9000.

Is there a direct bus between Ko Samui and Patong?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Koh Samui Nathon Pier and arriving at Patong Kata Karon Transfer, Phuket. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h.

How far is it from Ko Samui to Patong?

The distance between Ko Samui and Patong is 312 km.

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

The best way to get from Ko Samui to Patong without a car is to bus and ferry and taxi which takes 6h 17m and costs ฿4400 - ฿5500.

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

It takes approximately 3h 17m to get from Ko Samui to Patong, including transfers.

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

Ko Samui to Patong bus services, operated by Phantip Travel, depart from Koh Samui Nathon Pier station.

Where does the Ko Samui to Patong bus arrive?

Ko Samui to Patong bus services, operated by Phantip Travel, arrive at Patong Kata Karon Transfer, Phuket station.

Where can I stay near Patong?

There are 6959+ hotels available in Patong.

Ko Samui to Patong - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus and ferry, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Ko Samui to Patong by plane, busferry, taxi, 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 Koh Samui Airport (USM) to Phuket International Airport (HKT)USM - HKT
3h 17m
฿3,925–8,773
Bus and ferry
cheapest
1. Take the busferry from Koh Samui Nathon Pier to Patong Kata Karon Transfer, Phuket
8h
฿600–850
Bus and ferry, taxi
1. Take the busferry from Koh Samui Nathon Pier to Krabi Lomprayah Bus Terminal
2. Take the taxi from Krabi Lomprayah Bus Terminal to Patong
6h 17m
฿4,449–5,149
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 Patong
6h 9m
฿1,496–2,008

Ko Samui to Patong by busferry

28Weekly Busferry

8hAverage Duration

฿600Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ko Samui to Patong.

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Distance: 312.3 km
Duration: 3h 17m

What companies run services between Ko Samui, Thailand and Patong, Phuket province, Thailand?

Bangkok Airways flies from Koh Samui Airport (USM) to Phuket International Airport (HKT) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Phantip Travel operates a vehicle from Koh Samui Nathon Pier to Patong Kata Karon Transfer, Phuket 4 times a day. Tickets cost ฿600–850 and the journey takes 8h.

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